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Navi

2026-07-05T00:35:09Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pre-series */

{{Translated title}}
{{Character Infobox
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|bordercolor={{Pokopia color dark}}
|name=Navi
|jname=ナヴィ
|tmname=Navi
|image=Navi anime 2.png
|size=150px
|caption=Navi
|gender=Female
|age=Unconfirmed{{#tag:ref|According to a statement by her Japanese voice actor, Navi is the youngest of the Rising Volt Tacklers.<ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/2070416782733791700</ref>|group=note}}
|hair=Light pink with light purple highlights
|eyes=Light purple and pink
|hometown=[[Lumiose City]]<ref>[https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2047624090375323704 アニメ「ポケットモンスター」公式 (@anipoke_PR) on X/ Twitter, April 24, 2026]</ref>
|region=[[Kalos]]
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{white color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=[[HZ142]]
|enva=Unknown
|jpva=Yū Serizawa
}}
|}

(Japanese: '''ナヴィ''' ''Navi'') is a major supporting character in {{aniseries|HZ}}, introduced in the ''[[Wonder Voyage]]'' arc. 

==In the animation==
===History===

==== Pre-series ====
Early on in her life, Navi was orphaned through unknown means and ended up being forced to live alone on the streets. At some point after [[Ult]] and [[Roy]] departed from [[Lumiose City]], [[Emma]] found her and took her in, where she became her assistant at the [[Looker Bureau]]. Emma also taught Navi certain necessities, such as reading, writing, and how to study, as well as gifting her an empty [[Dream Ball]]. Navi grew to idolize Emma, aspiring to one day use the Dream Ball to catch her future partner.

====''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''====
Navi debuted in [[HZ142]]. She was first seen looking around for Pokémon on the Looker Bureau's roof, where she spotted the [[Brave Olivine]] until she was asked by [[Emma]] to run an errand for her. Later, Navi met Ult, Roy, [[Liko]], and [[Dot]], as she and Emma teamed up with them to find a lost {{p|Carbink}}. Navi joined Roy and Ult in finding Carbink, even suggesting to look for it from the air. Ult realized that Navi wanted to go on the Brave Olivine, which she said yes and the group were okay with it. After getting on the Brave Olivine, Navi met the rest of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] and befriended a wild {{p|Ditto}} that lives on the ship. However, Navi dropped her [[Dream Ball]] when she ran into [[Murdock]]. They found Carbink with [[Ivor]] with Roy battling him and winning. After Ivor gave Carbink to the group, they brought the Jewel Pokémon back to its Trainer. Navi then finds out that she lost her Dream Ball and wanted to find it.

===Character===
Navi is a girl who loves Pokémon and has very strong compassion for them. She also gets very excited to meet any Pokémon she comes into contact with, especially ones she has never seen before. Navi has an adventurous spirit and is never afraid to face the world head on. She has a very curious mind, and is always eager to help those in need. Similar to her mentor [[Emma]], she also can be quite clumsy and absent minded, and also tends to refer to herself in third-person, although she does not restrict herself to it. In addition, Navi hates being left out, becoming upset when Emma refused to let her drink coffee on account of being too small, but quickly cheered up when she made some coffee flavored milk to drink instead, and chasing after [[Ult]] and [[Roy]] when they tried to leave her to track down [[Ivor]].

As Emma's assistant, Navi is good at making coffee for any guests or client that comes to the [[Looker Bureau]]. Although she is more comfortable around Pokémon, she is usually very generous, kind and welcoming with other people, but can also possess a sassy streak, especially when it comes to Ult, who she clashes with frequently. She greatly admires and respects Emma, and aspires to use the Dream Ball that Emma gifted to her to catch her future partner as a token of gratitude, and became extremely devastated when she lost it, even when Emma herself offered to simply buy a new one.


===Voice actress===
{{vatable|color={{Pokopia color}}|bordercolor={{Pokopia color dark}}
|ja=芹澤優 ''Yū Serizawa''}}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
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====Eyecatch====
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|}




==Names==
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|-
! style="background:#{{white color}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{white color}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{white color}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ナヴィ ''Navi''
| From ''navigator''
|}
{{-}}

==Notes==
<references group="note" />

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==

* [[a:Category:Navi|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|white|pokopia}} 
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HZ144

2026-07-05T00:33:53Z

Gengarzilla: /* Major events */

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(Japanese: '''ナヴィの小さな大冒険！''' ''Navi's Little Big Adventure!'') is the 144th episode of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', and the 1,376th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It is scheduled to air in Japan on July 31, 2026.
{{spoilers}}



==Plot==



==Major events==





===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====


==Characters==
===Humans===
* [[Liko]]
* [[Roy]]


* [[Navi]]


















===Pokémon===































































==Trivia==



===Errors===
===Dub edits===

==In other languages==

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Tower of Mastery

2026-06-26T04:55:48Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pokémon the Series */

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{{Infobox location
|image=Tower of Mastery XY.png
|location_name=Tower of Mastery
|japanese_name=マスタータワー
|translated_name=Master Tower
|slogan=The tower of further awakenings.
|type=building
|location=[[Shalour City]]
|region=Kalos
|generation={{Gen|VI}}
|map=Kalos Shalour City Map.png
}}

The '''Tower of Mastery''' (Japanese: '''マスタータワー''' ''Master Tower'') is a landmark in [[Kalos]]. It is located in [[Shalour City]].

==In the games==
===History===
As revealed by a painting of the tower in the [[Lumiose Museum]] in {{g|Legends: Z-A}}, the Tower of Mastery was built in the distant past to safekeep a mysterious, shining stone. Some time later, a {{pkmn|Trainer}} and a {{p|Lucario}} arrived in the area, where they found the first known [[Mega Stone]] and [[Key Stone]] and [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] for the first time in the [[Kalos]] [[region]]—in {{g|X and Y}}, an NPC claims this was the ''world's'' first Mega Evolution, though this seems to have been disproven in the five-year gap between the games. In honor of this event, a huge statue featuring Mega Lucario was built within the Tower of Mastery.

====Pokémon X and Y====
The Tower of Mastery has a major role in the understanding of the concept of Mega Evolution. In it, the {{player}} learns about the mechanism of Mega Evolution from [[Korrina]]'s grandfather, [[Gurkinn]], said to be the descendant of the Trainer who Mega Evolved Lucario for the first time. After this, the player fights against {{ga|Serena}}/{{ga|Calem}} for the [[Mega Ring]] so that they can use Mega Evolution, but it is only obtained once Korrina is defeated at the [[Shalour Gym]].

After obtaining the {{Badge|Rumble}}, Korrina will be waiting at the top floor, where she will give the player the Mega Ring. She then challenges the player to a battle, which serves as a tutorial for Mega Evolution. The player is loaned one of [[Korrina's Lucario]] to use against Korrina and her other {{p|Lucario}} in a one-on-one battle. If the player does not Mega Evolve Lucario, Korrina will rebattle the player until they do. After the player has Mega Evolved Lucario in battle, the player can choose to take Lucario with them.

The player isn't allowed to access the tower's upper floors until they've beaten Korrina at her Gym.

==Items==
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{{Itemlist|TM Fighting VI|4F, from the {{tc|Ace Trainer}}|X=yes|y=yes|display={{TM|47|Low Sweep}}}}
{{Itemlist|Mega Ring|Top floor, from [[Korrina]] after defeating her at the Gym|X=yes|y=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Lucarionite|Top floor, held by {{p|Lucario}}|X=yes|y=yes}}
{{Itlistfoot|building}}

==Pokémon==
The Lucario gifted here is coded never to appear as {{Shiny}}.
{{catch/header|building|2}}
{{catch/div|building|Gift Pokémon}}
{{catch/entry6|448|Lucario|yes|yes|Gift|32|One|type1=Fighting|type2=Steel}}
{{catch/footer|building}}

==Trainers==
===1F===
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| level = 28
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| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = male
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0654
| pokemon = Braixen
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Blaze
| move1 = Psybeam | move1type = Psychic | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Fire Spin | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
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{{Party/end}}{{Party
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| border = {{Y color dark}}
| headcolor = {{Y color light}}
| sprite = VSSerena.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{pdollar}}3,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = {{color2|000|Serena (game)|Serena}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
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| pokemon = 3
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{{Pokémon
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| pokemon = Meowstic
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| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Psychic
| ability = Keen Eye
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| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Psybeam | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
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| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0654
| pokemon = Braixen
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Blaze
| move1 = Psybeam | move1type = Psychic | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Fire Spin | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
{{Party
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| border = {{X color dark}}
| headcolor = {{X color light}}
| sprite = VSCalem.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{pdollar}}3,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = {{color2|000|Calem (game)|Calem}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
| game = XY
| pokemon = 3
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0678
| pokemon = Meowstic
| form = -Male
| gender = male
| level = 28
| type1 = Psychic
| ability = Keen Eye
| move1 = Fake Out | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Psybeam | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = male
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0657
| pokemon = Frogadier
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Water
| ability = Torrent
| move1 = Quick Attack | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Water Pulse | move2type = Water | move2cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}{{Party
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| border = {{Y color dark}}
| headcolor = {{Y color light}}
| sprite = VSSerena.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{pdollar}}3,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = {{color2|000|Serena (game)|Serena}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
| game = XY
| pokemon = 3
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0678
| pokemon = Meowstic
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| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Psychic
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| move1 = Fake Out | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Psybeam | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0657
| pokemon = Frogadier
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Water
| ability = Torrent
| move1 = Quick Attack | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Water Pulse | move2type = Water | move2cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
{{Party
| caption = {{PlayerChoice|0656|Froakie}}
| background = {{X color}}
| border = {{X color dark}}
| headcolor = {{X color light}}
| sprite = VSCalem.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{pdollar}}3,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = {{color2|000|Calem (game)|Calem}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
| game = XY
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0678
| pokemon = Meowstic
| form = -Male
| gender = male
| level = 28
| type1 = Psychic
| ability = Keen Eye
| move1 = Fake Out | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Psybeam | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = male
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0651
| pokemon = Quilladin
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Grass
| ability = Overgrow
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Needle Arm | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}{{Party
| background = {{Y color}}
| border = {{Y color dark}}
| headcolor = {{Y color light}}
| sprite = VSSerena.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{pdollar}}3,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = {{color2|000|Serena (game)|Serena}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
| game = XY
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0678
| pokemon = Meowstic
| form = -Female
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Psychic
| ability = Keen Eye
| move1 = Fake Out | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Psybeam | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Disarming Voice | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0359
| pokemon = Absol
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Super Luck
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0651
| pokemon = Quilladin
| gender = male
| level = 30
| type1 = Grass
| ability = Overgrow
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Needle Arm | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}
===Top floor===
{{Party
| background = {{fighting color}}
| border = {{fighting color dark}}
| headcolor = {{fighting color light}}
| sprite = VSKorrina 2.png
| size = 150px
| prize = none
| class = Successor
| classlink = Korrina
| name = {{color2|000|Korrina}}
| location = Tower of Mastery
| game = XY
| pokemon = 1
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 6
| ndex = 0448
| pokemon = Lucario
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 32
| type1 = Fighting
| type2 = Steel
| ability = Steadfast
| held = Lucarionite
| move1 = Swords Dance | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Power-Up Punch | move2type = Fighting | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Metal Sound | move3type = Steel | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Bone Rush | move4type = Ground | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}

==Music==
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! Games
! Situation
! Song name (Japanese)
! Song name (English)
! Composition
! Arrangement
|- style="background:#FFF"
! rowspan=4 | {{GameIcon|X}}{{GameIcon|y}}
| Overworld
| マスタータワー
| [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|Tower of Mastery]]
| [[Shota Kageyama]]
| Shota Kageyama
|-
| When battling {{ga|Calem}}{{tt|*|If the player character is female}}/{{ga|Serena}}{{tt|*|If the player character is male}}
| 戦闘！ともだち
| [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|Battle! (Friend)]]
| Shota Kageyama
| Shota Kageyama
|-
| After defeating Calem{{tt|*|If the player character is female}}/Serena{{tt|*|If the player character is male}}
| ともだちのテーマ「ずっと友達！」
| [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|Friends Theme "Friends Forever"]]
| Shota Kageyama
| Shota Kageyama
|-
| When battling [[Korrina]]
| 戦闘！継承者コルニ
| [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|Battle! (Successor Korrina)]]
| [[Junichi Masuda]]
| Shota Kageyama
|}

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
Artwork depicting the Tower of Mastery is seen in {{mas|Korrina}}'s mindscape.
{| style="background: #{{masters color dark}}; {{roundy}}; border: #{{masters color dark}};"
|
{| style="background: #{{masters color light}}; {{roundy}}; border: #{{masters color light}};"
|- style="text-align:center"
|
{| style="background: #{{fighting color light}}; {{roundy}}; border: #{{fighting color light}}; padding: 0px 5px 5px 5px"
|-
|<big>'''{{color2|000|Korrina (Masters)#Lucario|Korrina & Lucario}}'''</big>
|-
| [[File:Korrina Mindscape.png|200px]]
|}
|}
|}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon the Series''===
[[File:Tower of Mastery anime.png|thumb|250px|The Tower of Mastery in {{aniseries|JN}}]]
According to [[Gurkinn]], the Tower of Mastery was built on this specific location due to it being the same place where his ancestor and his {{p|Lucario}} once found a [[Mega Stone]] and a [[Key Stone]], resulting in the first known [[Mega Evolution]].

===={{aniseries|XY}}====
The Tower of Mastery was first featured in a flashback in ''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]'', where it was shown how {{an|Korrina}} obtained her Key Stone from [[Gurkinn|her grandfather]] at the tower.

The tower made its present day debut in ''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]'', where it was also revealed that the [[Shalour Gym]] is located inside of it. After spending a night at the tower, {{Ash}} prepared to start his Gym battle with Korrina. The battle was conducted in ''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]'', with Ash eventually emerging victorious.

The tower and the Shalour Gym made a brief reappearance in ''[[XY123|A Diamond in the Rough!]]'', where [[Alain]] was shown defeating Korrina in a Gym battle.

In [[XYS06]], {{an|Cilan}} mentioned his intention to go see the Tower of Mastery as he left [[Lumiose City]].

===={{aniseries|JN}}====
The tower was briefly seen again in ''[[JN066|Under Color of Darkness!]]'' during Ash and [[Goh]]'s visit to [[Shalour City]].

The tower reappeared in ''[[JN084|An Adventure of Mega Proportions!]]'', where Ash and Goh visited it to meet Korrina and Gurkinn. After watching Korrina win a Gym battle, Ash told her that he wished to become able to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] his {{AP|Lucario}} for his upcoming [[World Coronation Series]] Ultra and Master Class battles. Korrina agreed to help, giving Ash a [[Key Stone|Mega Glove]] and accompanying him to [[Mega Island]] to find a [[Lucarionite]].

==In the manga==
[[File:Tower of Mastery Adventures.png|thumb|250px|The Tower of Mastery in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Pokémon Adventures===
===={{MangaArc|X & Y}}====
The Tower of Mastery first appeared in ''[[PS560|Trevenant Pokes]]'' and ''[[PS561|Heracross Transforms]]'', where it was attacked by [[Emma|Essentia]] and her {{p|Trevenant}} in an attempt to find out the secrets of Mega Evolution. [[Korrina]] and [[Gurkinn]] did their best to defend the tower, but eventually Gurkinn chose to activate the tower's self-destruct mechanism in order to protect its secrets. The tower was collapsed into ruins, allowing the secrets of Mega Evolution to remain hidden, although Gurkinn was sad that the secrets of {{p|Diancie|a certain Pokémon}} were also lost in the tower's destruction.

In ''[[PS587|Malamar Traps]]'', {{adv|Blaine}} was revealed to be one of the people whom Gurkinn had taught Mega Evolution to at the Tower of Mastery.

In ''[[PS595|Magearna Moves]]'', after peace had returned to [[Kalos]], {{adv|X}} revealed that the reconstruction of the Tower of Mastery was due to start in a month.

===={{MangaArc|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}====
The tower reappeared in a flashback in [[PS616]], where {{Steven}} revealed that he had obtained his [[Key Stone]] from Gurkinn there.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* According to the {{tc|Beauty}} on 4F, [[Professor Sycamore]] once trained here in his younger years to learn about Mega Evolution, but left fairly quickly after deciding he didn't have what it takes.

===Origin===
{{main|Pokémon world in relation to the real world#Kalos|Pokémon world in relation to the real world → Kalos}}
The Tower of Mastery is based on {{wp|Mont-Saint-Michel}},<ref name=MasterclassJE2016>Masuda, Junichi (July 7, 2016). "[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=09nZFy9woGE Masterclass Pokémon avec Junichi MASUDA]." The 17th {{wp|Japan Expo}} event, Paris, France.</ref> an island commune off the coast of {{wp|Normandy}} on which stands the {{wp|Mont-Saint-Michel Abbey}}.

==Names==
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! style="background:#{{Locationcolor/light|building}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{Locationcolor/light|building}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{Locationcolor/light|building}}" | Origin
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| Japanese
| マスタータワー ''Master Tower''
| From ''master''
|-
| English
| Tower of Mastery
| From ''mastery''
|-
| German
| Turm der Erkenntnis
| From ''Erkenntnis'' (realization, insight)
|-
| European Spanish, Italian
| Torre Maestra
| From ''maestra'' (master)
|-
| Latin American Spanish
| Torre de la Destreza
| From ''destreza'' (dexterity, skill)
|-
| French
| Tour Maîtrise
| From ''maîtrise'' (mastery)
|-
| Korean
| 마스터타워 ''Master Tower''
| From ''master''
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 精練之塔 ''Jīngliàn zhī Tǎ'' / ''Jīnglihn jī Taap''
| rowspan="2" | From 精練 / 精练 ''jīngliàn / jīnglihn'' (refinement)
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 精练之塔 ''Jīngliàn zhī Tǎ''
|-
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Torre Mestra
| From ''mestra'' (master)
|-
| Danish
| Mesterskabstårnet
| From ''mesterskab'' (mastery)
|-
| Finnish
| Mestaruuden torni
| From ''mestaruus'' (mastery)
|-
| Indonesian
| Menara Master
| From ''master''
|-
| Norwegian
| Mestringstårnet
| From ''mestring'' (mastery)
|-
| Polish
| Wieża Mistrzów
| From the plural {{wp|genitive case|genitive}} form of ''mistrz'' (master)
|-
| Swedish
| Skicklighetstornet
| From ''skicklighet'' (skill)
|-
| Vietnamese
| Tháp chuyên gia
| From ''chuyên gia'' (expert)
|}
{{-}}

==References==
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==Related articles==
{{Kalos}}
{{Project Locations notice}}

[[Category:X and Y locations]]
[[Category:Towers|Mastery]]

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[[zh:精練之塔]]

DP094

2026-06-26T01:06:05Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */

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'''Doc Brock!''' (Japanese: '''パチリスお熱です！２人でお留守番！？''' ''Pachirisu Has a Fever! Two People Taking Care!?'') is the 94th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and the 560th episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It first aired in Japan on September 25, 2008, with [[DP095]] and in the United States on February 14, 2009.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

On the way to Celestic Town, Ash and his friends are camped at a mountain cabin. While Dawn trains and Ash snoozes, Brock goes down the mountain to visit a pharmacy. That leaves Ash and Dawn in charge of the Pokémon, and their first task is to give the Pokémon a shower. Ash accidentally blasts Pachirisu with cold water, but everything seems to go smoothly. After that, it's lunchtime and a siesta! But naptime is cut short when Pachirisu comes down with a bad fever and there's no Pokémon Center in the area.

While Staravia goes out to find Brock, Ash has Buneary use Ice Beam to make an ice pack for Pachirisu's fever. The little Pokémon is still unwell, and Dawn and Ash argue over whose fault it was before they realize they need to find the berries that Brock uses for sick Pokémon. Meanwhile, Team Rocket sees a Zapdos fly by and try to hit it with a cannon full of sticky goo, but they hit Staravia instead. It manages to evade them, but now it can't fly. When Staravia fails to return, Ash sends Gliscor out to get Brock instead.

Alerted by Gliscor, Brock runs back to the cabin and realizes that Pachirisu may have a build-up of excess electricity. Once he drains the extra charge and treats Pachirisu with medicine and Oran Berries, it's on its way to a speedy recovery—just in time to be stolen by Team Rocket, who spotted the cabin! But Staravia found some friendly Wooper to clean the gunk off its wing, and it returns in time to free Pachirisu from Team Rocket's net. Then Buneary and a healthy Pachirisu team up to blast Team Rocket back where they came from. It looks like a happy ending all around, except that they forgot about one Pokémon: poor Gliscor, still struggling up the long road back to the cabin!

==Plot==
While {{an|Dawn}} practices {{pkmn|Contest}} [[move]]s, {{Ash}} begins thinking of a counter strategy to overcome [[Fantina's Drifblim]] and its {{m|Hypnosis}}. He ends up falling asleep trying to think, so {{AP|Pikachu}} wakes him up, slightly annoyed. {{an|Brock}} emerges from the cabin and prepares to head off to a nearby pharmacy to stock up on medicinal supplies. He leaves Ash and Dawn in charge of chores and all the Pokémon, before heading off.

Ash reads the list of chores, and first up are showers for the Pokémon. When it's {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}}'s turn, Ash accidentally sprays it with cool water. Dawn scolds him, and quickly turns on the warm water. With everyone showered, Dawn and Pikachu whip up a batch of pancakes to feed them all. Things become chaotic when Pachirisu comes down with a fever, and learn that there isn’t a [[Pokémon Center]] nearby. Ash suggests they get Brock back, and he sends {{AP|Staravia}} off, much to {{AP|Gliscor}}'s disappointment. Dawn is still worrying, and Ash takes {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} and {{TP|Brock|Happiny}} to make ice to bring Pachirisu's fever down. Dawn puts the ice on Pachirisu's head, then yells at Ash for spraying it with cold water earlier. Ash counters by saying it probably has an upset stomach because of those pancakes she fed it. The two argue until Dawn hears her sick Pokémon's voice, and they agree it's no time to fight. In the meantime, Ash and Dawn venture outside to find some [[Oran Berry|Oran Berries]] to aid Pachirisu's recovery. However they fail to find any berries in their search.

Flying in their [[Team Rocket's mechas|Meowth balloon]], {{TRT}} spots a {{p|Zapdos}} flying past, and they want it. [[James]] fires a Bazooka Gun, but Zapdos flies up. The wad instead hits Ash’s Staravia, and [[Jessie]] tells them they can change their sights to that one instead. Team Rocket scour the forest carefully for Staravia, who has since landed and trying to clean its stuck wing of the glue.

Returning to the cabin, Ash grows concerned about Staravia as it still hasn't returned, so {{AP|Gliscor}} offers to go get Brock instead. Ash sends it off, shouting for it to go to the right and calm down. Brock has since finished his shopping and on his return to the cabin he spots Gliscor flying directly for him. He tries to run out of the way, but Gliscor lands on him. Brock realizes something is amiss from Gliscor's frantic gestures and begins to run back to the cabin. He stops after realizing Gliscor needs wind to fly, otherwise it is forced to bounce along the ground causing it to often trip and fall. He offers to carry Gliscor, though Brock is forced to leave it behind and rush on ahead.

Dawn and Ash know they need to get Pachirisu to eat, and Dawn recalls when she was sick, [[Johanna|her mom]] fed her mashed fruit. Ash says they still have the fruit Pikachu found, and try feeding it but Pachirisu refuses. Brock runs in and checks over Pachirisu. Telling Ash and Dawn they need to establish what's wrong before trying to treat it, he diagnoses the problem as a fever caused by a build-up of electricity in Pachirisu's body, which Ash recalls [[EP274|happened to]] [[AG001|Pikachu once]]. He gets the electricity out with a device and gives Pachirisu some medicine to help it regulate its voltage back to normal. Brock tells Ash and Dawn that in a situation like this they need to remain calm instead of panicking like they did. Ash and Dawn both feel terrible, and Dawn begins to cry at the thought of how badly she acted when Pachirisu needed help, and Ash tries to comfort her. They tell Brock about the mashed fruit, but he says that doesn't come until later. Brock teaches Ash and Dawn that when they were looking for Oran Berries they'd looked in the wrong place, as the soil was too dry. He leads them to a damper area, where some bushes of Oran Berries growing. They rush back to cabin where they feed Pachirisu the Oran Berries, which it happily accepts. At the same time, Staravia gets help from some {{p|Wooper}} to get the gunk off its wings.

Pachirisu shows everyone it's better by running around, only to be grabbed by a net. Everyone runs outside, demanding an explanation. They look up to see Team Rocket, who recite their {{motto}}. They say they wanted Pikachu, but they'll take Pachirisu instead. This infuriates Dawn. Staravia finally returns. James fires off another Bazooka Wad at it, though Staravia flaps its wings to send it back at the Rocket trio. Staravia follows up with {{m|Aerial Ace}} to cut the net, releasing Pachirisu. {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} steps up and freezes Team Rocket with {{m|Ice Beam}} before pounding them with {{m|Dizzy Punch}}. Pachirisu is raring to go, so Dawn has it send Team Rocket blasting off with {{m|Discharge}}.

Brock warns Ash and Dawn that this situation could happen again, and suggests he teaches them first aid in case something happens and they can't find a Pokémon Center. They agree knowing that when things get tough, a Pokémon relies on its Trainer the most. Brock offers to make food, and Pachirisu confirms it's better by being hungry. With Ash and Dawn having learned somes valuable lessons, the group returns to the cabin to enjoy the rest of the evening. Ash suddenly remembers that they forgot about Gliscor. Far away and close to tears, Gliscor continues its slow and lumbering journey back to the cabin.

==Major events==
{{animeevents|DP}}

===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Johanna]] (flashback)

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Staravia}} ({{OP|Ash|Staravia}})
* {{p|Turtwig}} ({{OP|Ash|Turtwig}})
* {{p|Chimchar}} ({{OP|Ash|Chimchar}})
* {{p|Buizel}} ({{OP|Ash|Buizel}})
* {{p|Gliscor}} ({{OP|Ash|Gliscor}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Ambipom}} ({{OP|Dawn|Ambipom}})
* {{p|Swinub}} ({{OP|Dawn|Swinub}})
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} ({{OP|Brock|Sudowoodo}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Happiny}} ({{OP|Brock|Happiny}})
* {{p|Wooper}} (×3)
* {{p|Zapdos}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Zapdos DP094.png|thumb|220px|Zapdos roaming Sinnoh]]
* Music from ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'' and ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]'', and [[Pokémon Symphonic Medley]], are used as background music.
* [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]]: {{p|Glaceon}}.
* This is the first episode to air in Japan after the earliest releases of {{game|Platinum}} in Japan and {{pmin|Taiwan}}.
* {{TRT}} seeing a {{p|Zapdos}} from their balloon in this episode may be a [[List of cross-canon references|reference]] to Pokémon Platinum, in which all three [[legendary birds]] can be found {{pkmn2|roaming}} [[Sinnoh]]. This was also the first episode to air after the game's Japanese release.
* {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} becoming ill from having too much electricity is reminiscent of {{AP|Pikachu}}'s condition from ''[[EP274|Hoenn Alone!]]'', which is shown in this episode; ''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road!]]''; and ''[[AG040|Watt's With Wattson?]]'', which in turn are reminiscent of Pikachu's cold in ''[[EP030|Sparks Fly for Magnemite]]''.
* {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}}'s vest from ''[[DP070|The Bells are Singing!]]'' is shown again in this episode.
* {{an|Dawn}} reads the [[title card]] for this episode.
* Dawn says that {{TP|Dawn|Swinub}} does not like to take showers, but in ''[[DP085|Fighting Fear With Fear]]'', it was depicted swimming with all of the other Pokémon. It is possible that it is not opposed to water in general, but just showers.
* The dub version of the ending credits showed the former [[4Kids Entertainment|4Kids]] logo at the end. The reason for this is unknown, although it may have been an unintentional result of switching the show's credits to the system used for other {{DL|Pokémon in the United States|Cartoon Network}} shows.
** This became a running error that later recurred in most of the [[S12|following season]]. Only the televised versions are affected; {{DL|Pokémon in the United States|Cartoon Network Video}} presentations continue to use the original style of credits and are not affected by this.
* This episode features some similarities with the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''. In this episode, {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}' Pokémon take baths and eat pancakes. This also happens to {{OBP|Shaymin|M11}} in the movie. Shaymin also gets a mild fever, similar to Pachirisu. Coincidentally, both of these premiered during the same weekend in {{pmin|the United States}}.
* Many TV descriptions for this episode claim Pachirisu gets struck by lightning, possibly referring to the Zapdos seen in the episode.
* [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]] doesn't appear in this episode.
* This episode's English dub title may be a reference to {{wp|Doctor Octopus}}, a popular character in the ''{{wp|Spider-Man}}'' franchise who is also referred to as "Doc Ock".

===Errors===
[[File:DP094 Error.png|thumb|200px|Blue sparks instead of yellow]]
* During the flashback to ''[[AG001|Get the Show on the Road!]]'', the sparks coming off Pikachu's cheeks are colored blue instead of yellow.
* In the dub, while {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} is looking at himself in the mirror, his Japanese voice can be heard.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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Meteorite

2026-06-25T22:08:46Z

Gengarzilla: /* Non-item appearances */

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:''Not to be confused with [[Meteonite]].''
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The '''Meteorite''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|いんせき|Inseki}}''' ''Meteorite'') is a [[Key Item]] introduced in [[Generation III]].

It is used in a variety of contexts in the [[core series]] {{pkmn|games}}:
* In {{game5|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, it has no effect on its own, instead being an item that the player can deliver to an NPC for a reward.
* In {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, it is fed to {{p|Rayquaza}} during the [[Delta Episode]] to enable it to [[Mega Evolve]].
* In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, it allows {{p|Deoxys}} to change between its four forms.

==In the core series games==
===Effect===
====Generation III====
In {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}}, the {{player}} can return the Meteorite to [[Professor Cozmo]] in his house in [[Fallarbor Town]] in exchange for {{TM|27|Return}}.

In {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, the player can give the Meteorite to [[Lostelle]]'s father at the [[Joyful Game Corner]] on {{OBP|Two Island|town}} in exchange for a [[Moon Stone]] after rescuing Lostelle at the [[Berry Forest]].

====Generation VI====
In {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, the Meteorite changes in appearance and description as the player progresses through the game's story.
*It transforms from its default form to its second form after the player obtains the [[Devon Scope]] on {{rt|120|Hoenn}}.
*It transforms from its second form to its third form after the player defeats {{ga|Brendan}}/{{ga|May}} in [[Lilycove City]].
*It transforms from its third form to its final form after the player defeats [[Zinnia]] in [[Granite Cave]].

At the climax of the [[Delta Episode]], the player feeds it to {{p|Rayquaza}} to give it the necessary energy to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]]. In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, no Rayquaza can Mega Evolve until the Rayquaza in the story has consumed the Meteorite (there is no similar requirement in [[Generation VII]]).

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|-
| Default
| Second
| Third
| Final
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====Generation IX====
In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, when the Meteorite is used from the [[Bag]] on Deoxys, the player can switch between any of Deoxys's forms in the set order of: Normal Forme to Attack Forme, Attack Forme to Defense Forme, Defense Forme to Speed Forme, and Speed Forme back to Normal Forme.

===Description===
;Generation III item
{{movedesc|Key items}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|RSE}}|A meteorite found at <sc>Meteor Falls</sc>.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}|A meteorite that fell from space onto <sc>Mt. Moon</sc> long ago. It is very lumpy and hard.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}} {{gameabbrev7|SMUSUMPE}} {{gameabbrev8|SwShBDSPLA}}|'''Default form:''' A Meteorite originally found at Meteor Falls. You got it at Mt. Chimney. '''Second form:''' A Meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. It gives off a faint glow. '''Third form:''' A Meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. It continues to give off a faint glow and is slightly warm to the touch. '''Final form:''' A Meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. Some sort of pattern has risen to the surface, and it's shining with seven colors of light.}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev9|SVZA}}|'''Default form:''' A meteorite originally found at Meteor Falls. You got it at Mt. Chimney. '''Second form:''' A meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. It gives off a faint glow. '''Third form:''' A meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. It continues to give off a faint glow and is slightly warm to the touch. '''Final form:''' A meteorite that you got at Mt. Chimney. Some sort of pattern has risen to the surface, and it's shining with rainbow-colored light.}}
|}
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;Generation IX item
{{movedesc|Key items}}
{{movedescentry|{{gameabbrev9|SVZA}}|A rock that fell to earth from space. It’s slightly warm to the touch. It allows a certain species of Pokémon to change forms.}}
|}
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===Acquisition===
{{ItemAvailability/keyhead|Key items}}
|-
| {{gameabbrev3|RSE}}
| [[Mt. Chimney]] (inside the machine next to Maxie{{sup/3|R}}{{sup/3|E}}/Archie{{sup/3|S}} battle)
|-
| {{gameabbrev3|FRLG}}
| [[Pokémon Network Center]] (from [[Bill]] after arriving for the first time)
|-
| {{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}
| [[Mt. Chimney]] (from [[Maxie]]{{sup/6|OR}}/[[Archie]]{{sup/6|AS}} after defeating him)
|-
| {{gameabbrev9|SV}}Version 3.0.0+
| [[Porto Marinada Market|Porto Marinada auction]] (if the player owns a {{p|Deoxys}})
|}
|}
===Non-item appearances===
Since [[Generation IV]], Meteorites have appeared as interactive objects in certain locations, starting in {{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}. Interacting with these meteorites while {{p|Deoxys}} is in the player's [[party]] can change its form. Some meteorites allow Deoxys to change into one specific form, whereas others allow Deoxys to cycle between all four of its forms, in the same way as the Key Item.

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|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Sinnoh]] || [[Veilstone City]] || Four meteorites in the southeastern corner of the city, in three craters. Each meteorite can change all Deoxys in the player's party into one of its forms:
* The meteorite in the uppermost crater transforms Deoxys into its Speed Forme.
* The meteorite in the center crater transforms Deoxys into its Normal Forme.
* The upper-right meteorite in the lowermost crater transforms Deoxys into its Attack Forme.
* The lower-left meteorite in the lowermost crater transforms Deoxys into its Defense Forme.
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Kanto]]{{sup/4|HGSS}} || [[Kanto Route 3|Route 3]] || Four meteorites at the southwestern end of the route. Each meteorite can change all Deoxys in the player's party into one of its forms:
* The top-left meteorite transforms Deoxys into its Normal Forme.
* The bottom-left meteorite transforms Deoxys into its Defense Forme.
* The bottom-right meteorite transforms Deoxys into its Speed Forme.
* The top-right meteorite transforms Deoxys into its Attack Forme.
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Unova]] || [[Nacrene City#Nacrene Museum|Nacrene Museum]] || A singular meteorite on display in the upper-left corner of the ground floor. It allows a singular Deoxys to cycle between all of its forms.
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Kalos]] || [[Ambrette Town#Fossil Lab|Fossil Lab]] || Five meteorites on a shelf at the back of the lab. All five meteorites can allow a singular Deoxys to cycle between any of its forms.
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Hoenn]]{{sup/6|ORAS}} || [[Fallarbor Town]] || A singular meteorite on display at the back of [[Fallarbor Town#Professor Cozmo's house|Professor Cozmo's house]]. It allows a singular Deoxys to cycle between all of its forms.
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[Alola]] || [[Hokulani Observatory]] || A singular meteorite displayed besides [[Sophocles]] in the back room of the observatory. It allows a singular Deoxys to cycle between all of its forms.
|- style="background:#fff"
|}

====Appearance====
<gallery>
File:Veilstone City meteorites Pt.png|[[Veilstone City]] {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}
File:Kanto Route 3 meteorites HGSS.png|{{rt|3|Kanto}} {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}
File:Nacrene Museum meteorite B2W2.png|[[Nacrene Museum]] {{game4|BWB2W2}}
File:Fossil Lab meteorites XY.png|[[Fossil Lab]] {{g|X and Y}}
File:Prof Cosmo Fallarbor Meteorite ORAS.png|[[Fallarbor Town]] {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
File:Hokulani Observatory Meteorite USUM.png|[[Hokulani Observatory]] {{game4|SMUSUM}}
File:Veilstone City meteorites.png|[[Veilstone City]] {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}
</gallery>

==In the spin-off games==
===Pokémon Shuffle===
In [[Pokémon Shuffle]], the Meteorite allows the player to [[Mega Evolution (Shuffle)|Mega Evolve]] {{p|Rayquaza}} and {{Shiny}} Rayquaza.

The player can obtain the Meteorite by defeating Mega Rayquaza in Stage 300, the final stage of [[Roseus Center]].

The Meteorite was also available as a prize during the Shiny Mega Rayquaza [[competitive stage]]s during the game's [[Competitive stage/Live service period|live service period]]:
* February 21 to 28, 2017 (3DS and Mobile)
* July 11 to 18, 2017 (3DS and Mobile)

The Meteorite enables the following Mega Evolutions:

{{ShuffleMegaStone}}
{{ShuffleMegaStone/entry|stone=Meteorite|384|Rayquaza|Dragon|Erases one kind of Pokémon of a different type from Mega Rayquaza (max 10).|33|20}}
{{ShuffleMegaStone/entry|stone=Meteorite|384|form=S|formname=Shiny|Rayquaza|Flying|Erases Pokémon and disruptions around two spots you tap.|24|15|note=Erases five tiles in a + shape surrounding each spot. Does not activate if the foe is defeated. Only gives 3 seconds to tap. Can erase fewer than 2.}}
{{ShuffleMegaStone/foot}}

===Pokémon GO===
[[File:GO Meteorite.png|x160px|thumb|right|A Meteorite in Pokémon GO]]

In {{g|GO}}, the Meteorite is an item that is used to teach {{p|Rayquaza}} the Charged Attack {{m|Dragon Ascent}}. This is required for Rayquaza to undergo {{GO|Mega Evolution}}.

{{ItemAvailability/head|night}}
|-
| '''[[Pokémon GO|{{color|{{night color}}|GO}}]]'''
| [[Special Research]]
| Catch {{p|Rayquaza}} from a {{GO|Raid Battle|Mega Raid}} (random drop)
|}
|}

==In animation==
[[File:Meteorite anime.png|thumb|230px|The Meteorite in {{aniseries|RS}}]]
===''Pokémon the Series''===
===={{aniseries|RS}}====
The Meteorite appeared in ''[[AG054|Fight for the Meteorite!]]''. [[Professor Cozmo]] searched for it on [[Mt. Chimney]] and succeeded in finding it with the help of a scanner. As soon as he found it, however, [[Team Magma]] arrived and attempted to steal it, but [[Team Aqua]]'s arrival gave Professor Cozmo and {{Ash}} a chance to get away with the Meteorite. While hiding from Team Magma, Professor Cozmo explained to Ash that the Meteorite was a part of a large asteroid that had fallen from space.

The Meteorite was soon stolen by a {{p|Golbat}} belonging to Team Magma and placed inside of a machine meant to make Mt. Chimney erupt. As there was no time to get the Meteorite out of the machine in time to prevent the eruption, Professor Cozmo instead chose to push the machine into the volcano, destroying both it and the Meteorite.
{{-}}

[[File:Meteorite HZ.png|thumb|left|250px|The Meteorite in {{aniseries|HZ}}]]
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
In ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'', [[Friede]] handed [[Liko]] and [[Roy]] a briefcase containing something meant for the [[Black Rayquaza]] that he had found in space. In [[HZ129]], the briefcase turned out to contain a Meteorite, which the junior [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] fed to Rayquaza at the [[Dragon's Den|Dragon Shrine]], where it had been resting ever since the [[HZ089|battle]] in [[Laqua]], restoring it to full power.

In [[HZ136]], the Meteorite was revealed to have also granted Rayquaza the ability to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]].
{{-}}

===Pokémon Evolutions===
[[File:Meteorite Evolutions.png|thumb|250px|The Meteorite in [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
The Meteorite appeared in its final form in ''[[PE06|The Wish]]'', under the ownership of {{ga|May}}. When [[Zinnia]] failed to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] {{p|Rayquaza}}, May allowed the [[Legendary Pokémon]] to devour the Meteorite, restoring its ability to Mega Evolve.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Meteorite AP.png|thumb|left|200px|The Meteorite in [[Ash & Pikachu]]]]
===Ash & Pikachu===
The Meteorite appeared in ''[[SP23|Two Groups Attacking! Magma VS. Aqua]]'', where it served the same role as in {{aniseries|RS}}.

[[File:Meteorite Adventures.png|thumb|200px|The Meteorite in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Pokémon Adventures===
In this {{pkmn|manga}}, the Meteorite is known as the '''Grand Meteor''' (Japanese: '''グランメテオ''' ''Grand Meteor''). It is a stone from space that has the ability to stop natural energy. It was originally discovered by [[Professor Cozmo]] at [[Meteor Falls]].

===={{MangaArc|Ruby & Sapphire}}====
In ''[[PS213|Bubble Bubble Toil and Azumarill II]]'', [[Team Aqua]] tricked Professor Cozmo into letting them use the Grand Meteor to stop the volcanic activity of [[Mt. Chimney]], which would allow [[Hoenn]]'s sea level to rise, aiding in their schemes. Though {{adv|Sapphire}} fought to stop them, she was unable to prevent the machine powered by the Grand Meteor from making Mt. Chimney dormant. After Team Aqua escaped, Sapphire tried pursuing them, but was only able to find a broken-off Grand Meteor fragment.

In ''[[PS252|The Beginning of the End with Kyogre & Groudon XIV]]'', {{adv|Ruby}} and Sapphire had [[Mumu]] and [[Chic]] fire their attacks at the Grand Meteor fragment, creating a blast of energy that removed the [[Red Orb|Red]] and [[Blue Orb]]s from [[Maxie]] and [[Archie]]'s bodies.

===={{MangaArc|FireRed & LeafGreen}}====
In ''[[PS296|It's Starting to Make Sense Now]]'', [[Sird]] revealed that the Grand Meteor was the source where the two {{adv|Deoxys}} controlled by [[Team Rocket]] originated from. They were born when the Grand Meteor was exposed to a laser from a space shuttle launched by the [[Mossdeep Space Center]], mutating a space virus into two separate Pokémon.

===={{MangaArc|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}====
In [[PS616]], Professor Cozmo discovered that the meteoroid threatening to destroy the world was actually the Grand Meteor, which had somehow returned to space and increased in mass. Not wanting to make things confusing by calling them the same name, [[Professor Cozmo's assistants|Nonkichi]] suggested naming the meteoroid [[Grand Meteor Delta]].

==In other languages==
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''Grand Meteor''
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==Related articles==
* [[List of Key Items in Generation III]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation VI]]
* [[List of Key Items in Generation IX]]
* [[Mega Stone]]

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[[Category:Exchangeable items]]
[[Category:Form-changing items]]

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Murdock's Lycanroc

2026-06-25T21:23:10Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */

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|jpokemonname=ルガルガン
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|caption=Murdock's Lycanroc
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|gender=Unknown
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|firstevoname=Reunion in Cortondo
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|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|current=[[Party|With Murdock]]
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|enva1=[[Haven Paschall]]
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'''Murdock's Lycanroc''' (Japanese: '''マードックのルガルガン''' ''Murdoch's Lugarugan'') is [[Murdock]]'s partner and his first known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. It helps Murdock in finding various people or lost objects for the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]. It is often seen [[Walking Pokémon|outside]] its {{i|Poké Ball}}.

==In animation==
===History===

[[File:Liko Rockruff.png|thumb|left|250px|Rockruff and [[Liko]]]]
{{p|Lycanroc}} first appeared as a {{p|Rockruff}} in ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'', when it greeted [[Liko]] and her {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} when they arrived onboard the [[Brave Olivine]]. After greeting the {{pkmn|category|Grass Cat Pokémon}}, Rockruff joined in a game with Sprigatito, {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}}, and {{p|Pawmi}}.

In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Rockruff joined in the search for Liko's Sprigatito after it had been taken as a hostage by the [[Explorers]]. By using its great sense of smell, Rockruff spotted [[Onia]] when she was out shopping and alerted the other members of the Rising Volt Tacklers who gave chase. Whilst [[Friede]] distracted [[Amethio]] by battling his {{TP|Amethio|Ceruledge}} with [[Captain Pikachu]], Rockruff helped Liko find and free Sprigatito.
[[File:Chansey and Rockruff.png|thumb|250px|Rockruff and [[Mollie's Chansey]] ready to battle]]
In ''[[HZ005|Found You, Fuecoco!]]'', Murdock used Rockruff to battle the Explorers when they confronted the Rising Volt Tacklers. It battled against [[Zirc]] and his {{p|Rhydon}}. However, despite holding its own, Rockruff couldn't beat Zirc's Rhydon and was carried back to the ship by Murdock.

In ''[[HZ019|The Bittersweet Truth]]'', Rockruff stayed on the airship to get groomed by [[Mollie]] when Murdock, Liko, and [[Roy]] went to [[Motostoke]] to get supplies.
[[File:Terapagos and Murdock Rockruff.png|thumb|250px|left|Rockruff and [[Pagogo|Terapagos]]]]
In ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'', Rockruff heard a noise as it got Liko and her Sprigatito attention, but the three didn't know where the noise was coming from. However, after Captain Pikachu and the Pokémon living on the Brave Olivine found out that a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Polteageist}} was behind the purple goo and the noise, Rockruff joined them and [[Pagogo|Terapagos]] in watching a battle between the Black Tea Pokémon and {{p|Shuckle}}. Although the battled was called off, Rockruff joined its friends in welcoming Polteageist to the group with Liko's Sprigatito, Roy's Fuecoco, and [[Dot's Quaxly]] joining them.

In ''[[HZ032|Lapras's Feelings for its Friends]]'', Rockruff and [[Mollie's Chansey]] joined forces to fend off the attacking Pokémon sent by [[Lucius's Lapras]] who were trying to steal their supplies. While intimidated at first, Rockruff and Chansey nevertheless pushed through to defend their airship, with Chansey focusing on {{p|Octillery}} while Rockruff battled {{p|Barbaracle}}.
[[File:Murdock Lycanroc overweight.png|thumb|250px|Lycanroc overweight]]
In ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]'', Rockruff and Terapagos got together to hold a meeting with the other Pokémon inside Brave Olivine. The party continued until the group was interrupted by {{p|Quaxly}} and soon after by [[Dot]], who caught all the mess the Pokémon made in Murdock's kitchen.

In ''[[HZ098|Reunion in Cortondo]]'', Liko, Roy, and Dot arrived in [[Cortondo]] to find Murdock, discovering that Rockruff had [[Evolution|evolved]] into Lycanroc during the one year timeskip. Murdock stated that after working for Katy, he began experimenting recipes, with Rockruff being his taste tester. Eventually, during one of these taste tests, Rockruff inexplicably evolved into Lycanroc. Due to the heavy consumption of sweets, Lycanroc became obese. Lycanroc played with the group and their Pokémon before seeing them off.

In ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', Lycanroc appeared alongside Murdock when he returned to the Rising Volt Tacklers. By this point, Lycanroc has slimmed down, making it appear more in-line with its species' general appearance.
{{-}}

===Personality and characteristics===
[[File:Murdock and Lycanroc.png|thumb|250px|left|Lycanroc and Murdock]]
[[File:Murdock Rockruff medical profile.png|thumb|250px|Rockruff's medical profile]]
Lycanroc, while it was a Rockruff, is shown to be a playful Pokémon, as seen in ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'' when it played with [[Liko's Sprigatito]] and a few of the other Pokémon seen on the [[Brave Olivine]]. Despite its playful personality, Lycanroc is a serious Pokémon, as seen in ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', when it joined in the search for Sprigatito. It is very eager and cannot help but restrain itself without command. Rockruff also likes to get groomed, as shown in ''[[HZ019|The Bittersweet Truth]]'', when it stayed on the Brave Olivine to get brushed by [[Mollie]].

Lycanroc has a great relationship with [[Murdock]] as it enjoys hanging out with him. It is also shown to be gluttonous and has a sweet tooth. Due to its heavy consumption of sweets following Murdock's employment with [[Katy]], Lycanroc was larger and more obese than others of its kind, having a chubby face, large stomach and legs. However, prior to ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', Lycanroc was able to lose all the weight that it gained from eating all the sweets Murdock made. Lycanroc has become able to help Murdock carry his supplies for the Brave Olivine, as seen in ''[[HZ109|Tinkatuff's Hammer Wasn't Made in a Year!]]''. Although, despite its enjoyment of eating, Lycanroc doesn't like [[Tamato Berry|Tamato Berries]], as shown in [[HZ139]], when Murdock had it eat the berry to help with its weight gain from taste testing his food.

Whenever Murdock was cooking something or someone was snooping around the kitchen, Lycanroc would make sure its Trainer wasn't disturbed and get them to leave, as seen in ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', as well has protecting the food supply, that would usually be sneakly eaten by [[Roy's Fuecoco]]. Like its {{p|Rockruff|spe}}{{p|Lycanroc|cies}}, Lycanroc has a great sense of smell and has use it to help its Trainer and friends find something or someone. Despite being a {{type|Rock}}, Lycanroc isn't bothered by water, as seen in ''[[HZ105|Riding the Waves]]'', when it went surfing with Murdock.

===Appearance===
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|-
! style="background:#{{rock color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | As a {{pcolor|Rockruff|000}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Murdock Rockruff.png|250px]]
|}

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|rock||Murdock Rockruff Rock Tomb.png|Using Rock Tomb as a Rockruff}}
{{anmov|rock|Rock Tomb|HZ005|Found You, Fuecoco!}}
{{anmov/f|rock}}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
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|-
| {{color2|000|After the Story|July 2023 Calendar}} by mojacookie<ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1674945918456696833</ref>
| {{color2|000|After the Story|June 2025 Calendar}} by mojacookie
|}

====Eyecatch====
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|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{rock color dark}}; background: #{{rock color light}}; width:auto"| [[File:HZ eyecatch Murdock Lycanroc Alcremie.png|x150px]]
|}

==In the manga==
===Pocket Monsters ~Pucchigumi SP~===
[[File:Liko Sprigatito Murdock Rockruff PGSP.png|200px|thumb|Rockruff in Pocket Monsters ~Pucchigumi SP~]]
Rockruff appeared in [[PGSP01]] playing with {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}}.

===Pocket Monsters ~The Detouring Volt Tacklers!!~===
[[File:Murdock Party DVT.png|thumb|left|200px|Murdock and his Pokémon in the [[Pocket Monsters ~The Detouring Volt Tacklers!!~]] manga]]
Rockruff appeared in a cameo alongside {{TP|Murdock|Alcremie}} and [[Murdock]] in [[Pocket Monsters ~The Detouring Volt Tacklers!!~]].
{{-}}

==In the games==
===[[Pokémon GO]]===
On March 5, 2024, as part of Pokémon GO's [https://pokemongolive.com/post/pokemon-horizons-anime-celebration Pokémon Horizons: The Series Celebration Event], which was based on {{aniseries|HZ}}, several Pokémon based on those encountered in the animated series appeared more frequently in the wild, in {{GO|Raid Battle|raids}}, from [[List of Eggs in Pokémon GO|Eggs]], from [[Field Research]] tasks, and during [[Photography#Pokémon GO|surprise encounters]], with Rockruff appearing in level 1 raids and from Field Research tasks. The event ran from March 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., to March 11, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Lycanroc is currently the only Pokémon owned by the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] to:
** Be a {{type|Rock}}.
** Be a [[Generation VII]] Pokémon.
** Have evolved inbetween the time skip.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==
{{Animespeciesevo1|Rockruff|Lycanroc}}

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{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Murdock's Pokémon|Lycanroc]]

[[es:Lycanroc de Murdock]]
[[it:Lycanroc di Murdock]]
[[ja:マードックのイワンコ]]

Black Rayquaza

2026-06-25T20:50:07Z

Gengarzilla: /* Personality and characteristics */

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{{spoilers}}
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|type2=flying
|ball=None
|shiny=yes
|nickname=Black Rayquaza
|jnickname=黒いレックウザ
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|pokemonname=Rayquaza
|image=[[File:Black Rayquaza.png|250px]]
|caption=The Black Rayquaza {{shinystar}}
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|releaseep=HZ136
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The '''Black Rayquaza''' (Japanese: '''黒いレックウザ''' ''Black Rayquaza''), formerly known as '''Lucius's Rayquaza''' (Japanese: '''ルシアス‎のレックウザ''' ''Lucius's Rayquaza'') and '''Roy's Rayquaza''' (Japanese: '''ロイのレックウザ''' ''Roy's Rayquaza''), is a {{Shiny}}, [[Legendary Pokémon]] featured prominently in {{aniseries|HZ}}. It is [[Lucius]]'s [[List of characters' first Pokémon|first]] {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and the first Pokémon that [[Roy]] {{pkmn2|caught}} in the [[Johto]] [[region]], as well as his fourth overall. It was the first of the [[Six Heroes]] encountered by the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] on their journey, and the last one to join them, being placed under Roy's care. It was mostly seen outside of its {{i|Poké Ball}}.

==In animation==
===History===
====Pre-series====
[[File:Lucius and Rayquaza.png|250px|thumb|left|Rayquaza ridden by [[Lucius]] and [[Rystal]]]]
100 years prior to the events of {{Aniseries|HZ}}, the Black Rayquaza traveled alongside its {{pkmn|Trainer}}, [[Lucius]], on his journey to find the Pokémon paradise [[Laqua]]. One day, they scared away a group of thieves who were trying to steal [[Rystal]]'s {{p|Terapagos}}, [[Pagogo]]. Since then, Lucius and Rystal, as well as the later addition of [[Gibeon]], journeyed together towards Laqua. On their journey, Rayquaza helped Lucius catch {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} and {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}}, two of the [[Six Heroes]].

Finally having reached Laqua, the [[Explorers]] found themselves in trouble after Gibeon meddled with the [[Laquium]] crystals found in the paradise. The Six Heroes released themselves from their [[Ancient Poké Ball]]s and tried to contain the crystals, but to no avail. Afterwards, Pagogo transformed into its {{form|Terapagos|Stellar Form}} and gave some of its [[Terastal energy|energy]] to the Six Heroes, allowing them to seal the Laquium away. As a result of this, Lucius was trapped in Laqua, Pagogo reverted into a dormant state, and the Six Heroes got scattered around the {{pkmn|world}}. After the Laquium was sealed, a large explosion happened in Laqua, which was heard from all the way in [[Pericarp Town]], where a [[Matriarch (HZ084)|little girl]] witnessed Rayquaza ascend to the skies.

At some point later, for some reason, Rayquaza returned to its Ancient Poké Ball, which ended up somewhere in the ocean, eventually washing up on the shoreline of [[Roy's hometown|an island]] in [[Kanto]]. Not long after, it was found by [[Roy's grandfather]], who was unable to open it and eventually gave it to [[Roy]].

===={{aniseries|HZ}}====
[[File:Rayquaza staring at Liko.png|thumb|250px|right|Rayquaza meeting Lucius and Rystal's descendant, [[Liko]]]]
The Black Rayquaza debuted in ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'', where its Ancient Poké Ball finally opened after [[Liko]]'s pendant resonated with it during a battle between the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] and the modern-day Explorers. It unleashed an indiscriminate {{m|Draco Meteor}} over the beach, forcing the Explorers to retreat. Roy tried to get Rayquaza to return to its Poké Ball, but it ignored him and flew away after giving a brief glance at Liko, seemingly recognizing her as Lucius's descendant.

At some point after leaving its Poké Ball in ''The Ancient Poké Ball'', Rayquaza received a message from [[Gibeon]]'s [[White Zygarde]], who requested that it find a worthy Trainer capable of inheriting [[Pagogo]] and the [[Six Heroes]] so they could stop Gibeon and destroy the [[Laquium]] in the future. Rayquaza flew off to various parts of the world, searching for its teammates to pass the message.

Rayquaza arrived in [[Paldea]] sometime before the events of ''[[HZ010|Nemona and Brassius and…]]'', where it was spotted by [[Brassius]] in [[Arboliva's Forest|a forest]] near [[Artazon]], resonating with its teammate {{TP|Lucius|Arboliva}}, probably passing on Zygarde's message to it. When Liko, Roy, and [[Mollie]] arrived at the site in the [[HZ011|following episode]], they only found Arboliva, who was in possession of another Ancient Poké Ball, which led the Rising Volt Tacklers to learn more about the Ancient Adventurer and the Six Heroes.

Rayquaza arrived in [[Galar]] sometime before the events of ''[[HZ020|Kabu's Battle Training!]]'', where [[Kabu]] spotted it heading west of [[Motostoke]] towards the [[Galar Mine]], probably to find its teammate {{rf|Galarian}} {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} to pass on Zygarde's message to it too. When Liko, Roy, and [[Friede]] went there to investigate in ''[[HZ022|Clash! Galar Mine!]]'', they once again, however, did not find Rayquaza; instead, they found the enraged Moltres with an Ancient Poké Ball.
[[File:Terapagos and Rayquaza.png|250px|thumb|left|Rayquaza facing [[Pagogo]]]]
At some point before ''[[HZ032|Lapras's Feelings for its Friends]]'', Rayquaza found Lapras and passed on Zygarde's message to it as well.

At the very end of ''Lapras's Feelings for its Friends'', Rayquaza appeared before the Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Diana]] at [[Lapras Sea]] after {{TP|Lucius|Lapras}} chose to be taken under Liko's care. In the [[HZ033|following episode]], it was suddenly attacked by [[Amethio]]'s {{TP|Amethio|Ceruledge}} and {{p|Corviknight}}, but it easily defeated them without taking meaningful damage. Then, it turned its attention to the Rising Volt Tacklers, which forced {{TP|Liko|Terapagos}} to transform into its {{form|Terapagos|Terastal Form}} in order to protect its friends. Its power, however, was still incomplete, so it quickly reverted back to its Normal Form, and Rayquaza left.

At some point, Rayquaza also found {{TP|Lucius|Kleavor}} and {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}} and passed Zygarde's message to them too, finally passing the message to all of the heroes.
[[File:HZ044.png|250px|right|thumb|Rayquaza lured to a lighthouse by the [[Explorers]]]]
In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', Rayquaza was lured to the [[East Province (Area Two)|Levincia Lighthouse]] by a resonance generator that recreated Terapagos's energy output. Once it appeared, [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]] of the Explorers started attacking it from multiple directions, but Rayquaza's sheer power and Liko, Roy, and [[Dot]]'s meddling proved to be too much for them. As a last resort, Coral had her {{p|Glalie}} recklessly charge towards Rayquaza's {{m|Dragon Pulse}} and use {{m|Self-Destruct}}. The resulting explosion dealt notable damage to the Legendary Pokémon, who was sent crashing into the [[Brave Olivine]].

In ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'', the Explorers retreated aboard [[Spinel]]'s helicopter, and Liko and Roy challenged Rayquaza to a battle, which it accepted. Amethio later joined the fray and teamed up with Friede, with them {{Tera}}stallizing Ceruledge and {{TP|Friede|Charizard}}, respectively, but both were eventually defeated by a devastating {{m|Dragon Ascent}}. Liko and Roy confronted Rayquaza next, but despite {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} learning {{m|Flame Charge}} and {{p|Sprigatito}} evolving into {{TP|Liko|Floragato}}, they were unable to do much against the Legendary Pokémon. Before leaving, Rayquaza locked eyes with Liko again, seeming to take note of the resemblance she bears to its partner, Lucius.
[[File:OPJ32 Rotom Photo HZ083.png|thumb|left|170px|Rayquaza battling the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] again]]
In ''[[HZ081|The Pillar of Fire]]'', Pagogo and the five reunited members of the Six Heroes summoned Rayquaza to [[Area Zero]]. In [[HZ082|the following episode]], Rayquaza challenged the Rising Volt Tacklers to another battle. Despite being exhausted from their battle with Gouging Fire, Liko and the others were able to use effective strategies to deal damage to Rayquaza, though not without most of their Pokémon fainting in the process, leaving only Pagogo and Crocalor. After a final showdown where both Pagogo and Rayquaza dealt massive damage to each other, Pagogo used the last of its strength to Terastallize Crocalor, giving it the strength to weaken Rayquaza enough for Roy to recapture it into its Ancient Poké Ball. Rayquaza emerged from its Poké Ball and properly reunited with Pagogo and the Six Heroes before flying into the sky to guide the Rising Volt Tacklers towards Laqua.

In ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]'', Rayquaza and the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived at [[Mount Pericarp]]. As Laqua was located too high up for the Brave Olivine to ascend, Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede had to traverse the mountain on foot while Rayquaza went ahead and waited for them at the summit. In [[HZ085|the following episode]], once Liko and the others reached the summit, Rayquaza appeared and blew away the clouds covering the area, revealing Laqua hidden beneath them. Rayquaza then laid down to rest and had Roy return it to its Poké Ball.
[[File:Black Rayquaza protecting.png|250px|thumb|right|Rayquaza protecting the Rising Volt Tacklers from the other Heroes]]
In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', at the center of Laqua, Liko's group, the Six Heroes, and the Explorers witnessed Gibeon's Zygarde free a still-living Lucius from a cluster of Laquium crystals. Lucius revealed that while he was sealed away, he received a message from Zygarde, who informed him that it asked Rayquaza to find someone capable of restoring Pagogo to its full strength in order to completely destroy the Laquium. While Liko, Roy, Dot, and Amethio confronted Gibeon and Zygarde, the Six Heroes began gathering their power into Pagogo. After Gibeon was defeated, Pagogo transformed into its Stellar Form and began circling the Laquium core along with the Six Heroes.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', once the Laquium was purified, Lucius and Gibeon faded away, causing the Six Heroes to all become {{pkmn2|released}}. With the exception of Rayquaza, who appears to be capable of resisting Laquium, the Six Heroes were infected by Laquium mist fired from Spinel's [[Strong Sphere|Laquium Spheres]]. The infected Heroes went berserk and began attacking both friend and foe, causing the earth below everyone to become unstable and collapse. Rayquaza shielded Liko and the others with its body before urging them to flee the area.
[[File:Black Rayquaza HZ096.png|thumb|250px|left|Rayquaza resting at the Dragon Shrine within the [[Dragon's Den]] ]]
In the following year, while Spinel captured the other members of the Six Heroes, Rayquaza retreated to a [[Dragon's Den|cave]] near [[Blackthorn City]] to rest in a shrine dedicated to restoring {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon's energy. It was eventually discovered by [[Team Dragon Rampage]], who resolved to protect it due to their mission to protect Dragon-types. They did so by spreading misinformation to divert attention away from it. During his training in [[Kalos]], Roy met a young Trainer named [[Ult]] who wished to catch the Black Rayquaza as well.
[[File:Roy and Rayquaza.png|thumb|250px|Rayquaza and Roy]]
In ''[[HZ096|Crash! Team Dragon Rampage]]'', Liko and Roy ran into Team Dragon Rampage, who initially tried to chase them off due to believing they were from their rival gang, [[Snake|Team Wriggle]]. However, after they saved several {{p|Dratini}} Eggs from being attacked, they gained their trust and the gang brought them to Rayquaza, where Pagogo was delighted to see it again. Roy told Rayquaza that the Laquium that it and its friends initially purged returned, but promised it that they would handle the situation for it. Ult then arrived and realized that it was not as strong as he had anticipated, and told it to recover soon so they could have a worthy battle.

In [[HZ129]], Liko, Roy, and Ult returned to Rayquaza to bring it an item that [[HZ122|Friede had asked them to bring to it]]. The item in question turned out to be a [[meteorite]], which Rayquaza consumed, restoring it to full power. Pagogo then Terastallized Rayquaza, and Roy and Ult challenged Rayquaza to a battle to see which of them would get to be its partner. Although Rayquaza managed to defeat most of their Pokémon, it was eventually defeated by [[Roy's Skeledirge]], after which it gave Roy its approval and allowed itself to be {{pkmn2|caught}} by him, fulfilling Roy's dream of doing so. Afterwards, Rayquaza left to regather the Six Heroes in preparation for erasing the Laquium Core.

In [[HZ134]], Rayquaza arrived in Laqua alongside the rest of the Six Heroes to erase the Laquium Core once and for all. In the [[HZ135|next episode]], Rayquaza and the rest of the Tera Type Pokémon made an attempt to purify the Laquium Core, but the Explorers interfered, losing [[Penny]]'s {{p|Sylveon}} in the process, until Coral sent out her {{p|Scream Tail}}, nicknamed Screamypuff, to take the {{pkmn|category|Intertwining Pokémon}}'s place. However, Rayquaza and the rest of the Tera Type Pokémon couldn't erase the Laquium Core before Spinel merged with it, awakening it. Rayquaza subsequently teamed up with its friends to take down the Laquium Core. In the [[HZ136|following episode]], Rayquaza [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] and weakened the Laquium Core before Pagogo purified the Core for good. With the Laquium threat neutralized, Rayquaza chose to remain at Laqua with the Six Heroes, Pagogo, and Zygarde to restore the paradise to its previous state. Rayquaza flies back into the sky to watch over Laqua.
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===Personality and characteristics===
[[File:Black Rayquaza and Pagogo.png|thumb|left|250px|Rayquaza with [[Pagogo]]]]
The {{Shiny|Black}} Rayquaza is the first and most powerful member of [[Lucius]]'s [[Six Heroes]]. It appears to be very aggressive, though it is often elusive, preferring to fly away from the ones seeking it, including its former teammates and [[Pagogo]], {{pkmn2|roaming}} the world instead. It has also shown to be able to recognize [[Liko]] as its {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s descendant.
[[File:Meteorite HZ.png|thumb|250px|The [[meteorite]] Rayquaza ate that allowed it to Mega Evolve]]
Rayquaza shares a close bond with Pagogo, talking and playing together the first time that they met. Pagogo also enjoyed lying on its head as Rayquaza flew. Lucius says Pagogo was the only Pokémon that did not fear Rayquaza. [[Diana]] theorizes that it wants to see Terapagos's true power, as it voluntarily appeared before the Rising Volt Tacklers after {{TP|Lucius|Lapras}} returned Pagogo's energy, which possibly enabled its {{a|Tera Shift}} [[Ability]]. [[Gibeon]] also claims that both Terapagos and Rayquaza are the keys to [[Laqua]], however this was not elaborated on. It's later revealed that Rayquaza was the only one to know how to reach Laqua.

Rayquaza has proven to be an incredibly strong and powerful battler, able to singlehandedly defeat almost every single one of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]' Pokémon through brute force alone, despite being at a severe disadvantage and taking several supereffective hits, and was even able to outmatch Pagogo's Terastal Form, though not before taking massive damage from its {{m|Tera Starstorm}}. Although it initially overlooked [[Roy]] in favor of Liko during their first encounter, Rayquaza has since shown some respect towards Roy after they battled each other in [[Area Zero]], allowing him to call it back into its Ancient Poké Ball to rest after flying for so long, and ultimately accepted Roy as its new trainer in [[HZ129]] following another battle. Much like Lucius, Rayquaza was also shown to be selfless and protective of others when it urged the Rising Volt Tacklers to flee while it fought the other five heroes that were rampaging due to [[Spinel]]'s Laquium Sphere.

===Appearance===
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! style="background:#{{flying color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" | With {{color2|000|Pagogo}}'s power
! style="background:#{{dragon color light}}"; | As a {{color2|000|Terastal phenomenon|Terastallized}} Rayquaza ({{color2|000|Dragon (type)|Dragon}})
! style="background:#{{flying color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" | As a {{color2|000|Mega Evolution|Mega}} Rayquaza
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Black Rayquaza crystallized form.png|250px]]
| [[File:Black Rayquaza Terastal.png|250px]]
| [[File:Mega Black Rayquaza.png|250px]]
|}

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|Dragon|Flying|{{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 5}}|0=Black Rayquaza Draco Meteor|1=Black Rayquaza Dragon Pulse|2=Black Rayquaza Dragon Ascent|3=Black Rayquaza Dragon Tail|4=Mega Black Rayquaza Dragon Ascent}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 5}}|0=Draco Meteor|1=Dragon Pulse|2=Dragon Ascent|3=Dragon Tail|4=Dragon Ascent as Mega Rayquaza}}}}
{{anmov|dragon|Draco Meteor|HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball}}
{{anmov|dragon|Dragon Pulse|HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza}}
{{anmov|flying|Dragon Ascent|HZ045|From So Far Away}}
{{anmov|dragon|Dragon Tail|HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow}}
{{anmov/f|Flying}}

====Moves improvised====
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! {{color|FFF|Partnered With}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | [[File:Dragon Ascent Torch Song combination.png|150px]]
|[[HZ136]]
|{{m|Dragon Ascent}} and {{m|Torch Song}}
|[[Roy's Skeledirge]]
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description:''' A combination of Dragon Ascent and Torch Song, used against the [[Laquium]] Core. While Mega Rayquaza charges with Dragon Ascent, Skeledirge uses Torch Song on it, causing the fiery bird to combine with Rayquaza.
|}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
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|{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Pocket Monsters}}: {{color2|000|Liko and Roy's Departure}} Poster
| colspan="2" |{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Pocket Monsters}}: {{color2|000|The Sparkling of Terapagos}} Posters
|{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Pocket Monsters}}: {{color2|000|Rayquaza Rising}} Poster
|{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Pocket Monsters}}: {{color2|000|Rising Again}} Poster
| colspan="2" |Artwork from "{{color2|000|After the Story}}" by {{color2|000|mojacookie}}
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{flying color}}; background:#{{flying color light}}; overflow:hidden;" |[[File:0384Rayquaza-Shiny_HZ_anime.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{flying color}}; background:#{{flying color light}}; overflow:hidden;" |[[File:0384Rayquaza-Shiny HZ anime 2.png|150px]]
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| {{color2|000|After the Story|February 2025 calendar}} by {{color2|000|mojacookie}}
| March 2026 calendar by {{color2|000|mojacookie}}
| colspan="5" |Official artwork from ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
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====Eyecatch====
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|}

==In the manga==
[[File:Black Rayquaza HZM.png|220px|thumb|Black Rayquaza in Pocket Monsters]]
===Pocket Monsters===
Rayquaza appeared in the {{OBP|Anime Pocket Monsters: Liko and Roy's Adventure|manga}} manga, playing the same role it does in the animated series.

====Moves used====
{{anmov/h|Dragon|Flying|Black Rayquaza {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Dragon Pulse|1=Draco Meteor|2=Dragon Ascent}} HZM.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Dragon Pulse|1=Draco Meteor|2=Dragon Ascent}}}}
{{anmov|dragon|Dragon Pulse|HZM03}}
{{anmov|dragon|Draco Meteor|HZM03}}
{{anmov|flying|Dragon Ascent|HZM03}}
{{anmov/f|Flying}}
{{-}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Black Rayquaza sparkling.png|thumb|250px|Like Shiny Pokémon in the games, Rayquaza sparkles as it exits its Poké Ball]]
[[File:Black Rayquaza Mega Evolution.png|thumb|250px|Rayquaza's unique Mega Evolution sequence]]
* The Black Rayquaza is the first {{Shiny}} [[Legendary Pokémon]] to be owned by a {{pkmn|Trainer}} in the {{pkmn|animated series}}.
* The Black Rayquaza is the first Shiny Pokémon to {{Tera}}stallize in the animated series.
* Out of all the [[Six Heroes]], Rayquaza is the only one:
** That is Shiny.
** To have a [[nickname]].
** To have been found inside its [[Ancient Poké Ball]].
** Who was not taken under [[Liko]]'s care.
** To not have been captured by the [[Explorers]].
** Whose {{Tera|Tera Type}} was not revealed in ''[[HZ125|Battle for the Six Heroes!]]''.
** To have been caught by a new Trainer after its [[Lucius|original Trainer]] passed away.
** To have [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]].
* Rayquaza is currently the only Pokémon owned by Roy that:
** Is not part of an evolutionary line.
** Is a Legendary Pokémon.
** Is a [[gender unknown]] Pokémon.
** Was previously owned by a different Trainer.
** Was caught post-time skip.
** Has been seen using two battle techniques (Terastallization and Mega Evolution).
** Has been released.
* Rayquaza's [[HZ129|capture]] took place 123 episodes after its [[HZ006|debut]], marking the longest time between the debut and the capture of a main character's Pokémon in the animated series.
* During most of the series, Rayquaza had a distinct crystallized glow coating its body, which looked extremely similar to a Terastallized state, but without a Tera Jewel on its head. In ''[[HZ075|The Wonders of the World!]]'', a flashback revealed that this was due to it receiving some of [[Pagogo]]'s power 100 years prior to the events of the series. This distinction disappeared when Rayquaza returned that power to Pagogo in ''[[HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow]]''.
** Despite all of the Six Heroes having being given some of Pagogo's power, Rayquaza was the only one to gain this trait. The reason for this is currently unknown.
* Like the [[White Zygarde]], the Black Rayquaza only began to sparkle as it exited its Poké Ball once it was recaught in a standard {{i|Poké Ball}}, in this case by Roy in [[HZ129]].
* Rayquaza is the first Legendary Pokémon to have Mega Evolved in the animated series, outside of {{pkmn|movie}}s and [[Mega Evolution Specials]].
** If other animated media are taken into account, it is also the first one to have required a {{pkmn|Trainer}} with a [[Key Stone]] to do so.
** As its {{p|Rayquaza|species}} does not have an associated [[Mega Stone]], Rayquaza had a unique animation sequence while Mega Evolving, in which the strands of light connected directly to its body instead of the held Mega Stone.

==References==
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==Related articles==
{{Animespecies|Rayquaza}}
* [[Six Heroes]]
* [[Pagogo]]
* [[White Zygarde]]

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Ivor/Quotes

2026-06-25T09:18:27Z

Gengarzilla:

These are [[Ivor]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series games==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
{{spoilers}}
'''[[Rouge Plaza]]'''
:''"My name is Ivor. I speak to you today on behalf of the [[Fist of Justice]]. Thank you for your time and attention."''
:''"Now, let me ask you—if the people of [[Lumiose City|Lumiose]] truly wish to coexist with wild Pokémon, why not get rid of [[Wild zone|wild zones]] and let Pokémon run free?"''
:''"Some of you might wonder why I would suggest such a “dangerous” thing. Your concern is understandable. After all, wild Pokémon are strong. They can be scary."''
:''"But please! Put your worried minds at ease! Simply join the Fist of Justice and watch your Pokémon battle prowess skyrocket! Once you reach our upper ranks, you’ll even be able to take on Pokémon in hand-to-hand combat!"''
:''"The Fist of Justice is here to help all the good citizens of Lumiose train and grow strong! Once we are joined in strength, then we can finally make wild zones a thing of the past!"''
*After battling [[Josée]]
:''"If I may be so bold as to ask, are you participating in the [[Z-A Royale]]?”''
:''”Unbelievable!”''
:''”I feel there must be some secret to the strength you displayed just now…and I can think of but one explanation. You must have mastered having your Pokémon learn moves!”''
:''”You mean you are unfamiliar with the concept…? No, no—I must have misunderstood you.”''
:''”My knowledge on the matter is that Pokémon can remember four moves at a time. Cultivating a set of four moves rich in power and variety is what leads a Pokémon to grow stronger!”''
:''”Oh! But perhaps I should not be speaking too freely about tactics. We may face each other in battle before long, after all.”''
:''”Out of respect for your display of strength, I will take my leave for today. But should we meet again in the Z-A Royale… I’ll hit you with the full force of my justice. Victory WILL be mine! I will reach the highest rank, spread my influence far and wide, and abolish ALL wild zones!”''

'''[[Justice Dojo]]'''
:''”[[Gwynn|Gwyyyyyynnnn]]!!!”''
:''”Gwyyyyyynnnn!!!”''
:''”Where are yooouuu?!”''
:''”So she's not here either, then?”''
:''”Oh? You're the Trainer who defeated Josée outside [[Wild Zone 3]], no? Wait, don't tell me! You're here to join the Fist of Justice, aren't you?”''
:''”Ah, I see. Well, I don't have a [[Rotom Phone]], so I’m afraid I cannot verify any of that right now.”''
:''”I’ve tried using Rotom Phones in the past… But for some reason they always break as soon as I so much as press a finger to them. So I rely on my younger sister, Gwynn, to handle everything smartphone related. But I haven't seen Gwynn since yesterday!”''
:''”My apologies, <{{player}}>... I’m just so worried about my poor sister, I can't think of anything else. I’m heading out again to search for her. I’d be honored if you would face me in battle…after my sister and I are reunited!”''
:''”Now, if you'll excuse me.”''

'''[[Looker Bureau]]'''
:''”Well met once again, <{{player}}>. As I mentioned before, I’m searching for my sister, Gwynn… But [[Emma|this detective]] says she cannot help me.”''
:''”Ah, I understand. Ask me anything! I'll answer to the best of my ability!”''
:''”That would be city hall.”''
:''”Understood! I'm on it!”''

'''[[Jaune Sector 9]]'''
:''”Emma, <{{player}}>... I looked all over, but Gwynn's not here either!”''
:''”I climbed this ladder to see if I could spot Gwynn from above, but no such luck…”''
:''”Understood! I'm on it!”''

'''[[Nouveau Café]]'''
:''”Emma, <{{player}}>... There's no sign of Gwynn here, either!”''
:''”The name isn't ringing any bells… Where can I go to meet this [[Canari]]?”''
:''”[[Racine Construction]], eh? I’m on it!”''

'''[[Racine Construction]]'''
:''”Where’s Gwynn?”''
:''”It would seem there's no sign of Gwynn here, either…”''
:''”Please! You simply must tell me where she is.”''
:''”I hope you'll take my refusal to back down as proof of how worried I am about Gwynn.”''
:''”Of course! That would be {{p|Chandelure}}, the Luring Pokémon. Its types are Ghost and Fire!”''
:''”Great! So we should look for a {{p|Clawitzer}}, yes? I'm on it!”''

'''[[Bleu Sector 7]]'''
:''”Emma! <{{player}}>! I only see a fountain here. There's no sign of Gwynn anywhere!”''
:''”You mean we should go down? Into [[The Sewers|the sewers]]? But there's all this water in the way.”''
:''”I don't think anything could vaporize this much water. Even after extensive training.”''
:''”The skills I've honed in the Fist of Justice can surely help us solve this problem…”''
:''”Aha! I have it! I'll just smash the fountain! That would cause the water to shoot upward, yes? Then the water pooling below will drain away! Yes, a perfect solution! Go, {{p|Falinks}}! Use—”''
:''”Then I shall use my martial arts after all, and—”''
:''”Marvelously done, <{{player}}>.”''
:''”Look! All the water’s draining through the sewers!”''
:''”As long as the fountain stays frozen, we won't need to worry about getting flooded. Quick, then! Let's search the sewers! I shall go on ahead!”''

'''[[The Sewers]]'''
:''”Wild Pokémon, you say? But…will Gwynn be safe down here, then?”''
:''”Understood! I'm on it!”''
:''”Then let us power through with pure strength! Shall I smash through this barrier so we may proceed?”''
:''”Well, that Pokémon had some keys.”''
:''”Then I shall go ahead and catch it! The Poké Balls I throw reach speeds of over 100 miles per hour. This does, unfortunately, mean there is a chance of {{p|Klefki}} being knocked out as it's caught, but that's just a risk we'll have to take.”''
:''”I feel I have witnessed the very essence of a masterful capture.”''
:''”We’re counting on you, Klefki!”''
:''”How about this, then, Madam Detective. If we are truly stuck, perhaps we might try out my plan?”''
:''”If there is no gimmick or mechanism to open this lock, then it must be opened by a key! But there is no guarantee that said key can even be found in these sewers.”''
:''”Since we cannot obtain the key we need, we must let my honed fist BECOME the key! Our path will be opened, thanks to my power!”''
:''”JUSTICE PUUUNCH!”''
:''”With that, our way is clear. Let's press on!”''
:''”It may be the very same Chandelure that Gwynn has as her partner!”''
:''”And no sign of that Chandelure, either.”''
:''”If it is indeed Gwynn's partner, then maybe it vanished to wherever Gwynn is?”''
:''”In that case, the only course of action is to act!”''
:''”Strength is power! Strength is justice!”''
:''”JUSTICE PUUUNCH!”''
:''”Hm? That's odd…”''
:''”I have smashed countless walls in my life… This is the first time I've punched a wall and had my fist go straight through without breaking it. It felt like my hand went inside the wall itself!”''
:''”I see… Clearly I must undergo even more diligent training if I wish to smash illusory walls. But for now, let us proceed! I am sure Gwynn is waiting for us on the other side.”''
:''”So you're saying that a Ghost-type Pokémon is attempting to deceive us?”''
:''”I need to be able to smash walls of any kind… Then I can finally tear down the barriers that separate the people and Pokémon of Lumiose! Yes! The wild zones will separate us no more, and everyone will be the happier for it!”''
:''”I do believe that Chandelure must be Gwynn’s partner.”''
:''”Wait, Chandelure! Please help us find Gwynn!”''
:''”Gwynn!”''
:''”Where’s the villain who trapped you down here?”''
:''”What are you saying, Madam Detective? Gwynn was trapped here—we saw it with our own eyes!”''
:''”Do you know these two, Gwynn?”''
:''”I see… And what did you mean when you said “well deduced”?”''
:''”I had no idea I was causing the Fist of Justice and my own sister so much trouble…”''
:''”It's true, then? <{{player}}> is my opponent for my next promotion match?”''
:''”There it is, plain as day! Well, it seems I must prepare for our bout! I hope you will all excuse me…”''

'''[[Justice Dojo]]'''
:''”At last you've arrived!”''
:''”Gwynn has made her feelings on the matter clear, but even so, I must grow stronger.”''
:''”As I said before, if we are to live in harmony with Pokémon in this city, then Pokémon must be afforded the same freedoms that humans enjoy. And for both sides to enjoy those freedoms, what we will need is incredible strength. Strength cannot solve everything for us. But it will at least allow us to protect what we hold dear. I will prove the truth of my words by rising to the very top of the Z-A Royale. Rank A will be mine.”''
:''”Now, <{{player}}>... Shall we begin our match?”''
:''”Gwynn, please lend me your phone. I promise I will do my utmost not to break it.”''
:''”There are places in life you cannot reach without climbing over strong opponents to get there.”''
:''”Strength is power! Strength is justice!”''
*During battle
:''”Time to [[Mega Evolve]], Falinks! Justice WILL win the day!”''
*Upon defeat
:''”Defeat… How incredibly unjust!”''
:''”My justice…didn't prevail. It is clear I must train even harder.”''
:''”*sniffle* Understood…”''
:''”It's true that I act before I think, and that I’m terrible at controlling my own strength. I don't even know how many smartphones I’ve broken at this point… Perhaps if you assisted me as my coach, we could work on fixing these things together?”''
:''”Uh—please, one moment, Gwynn. I want to give <player> my thanks.”''
:''”As a token of gratitude for our fine battle, please accept this small gift from me.”''
:''”It was a good match, <{{player}}>. I would be honored if would face me again! Next time, my power will surely open my path forward! Now, if you will excuse me…”''

'''[[Hotel Richissime]]'''
:''”A quick word, please, <{{player}}>. I feel you should know that [[Lebanne]] here was the reason I started my strict training regimen. She beat me in a fight when we were children, and after that, I…”''
:''”Hm. On second thought, never mind all that. I should focus on our match. Let's have a fair fight, yes?”''
*During battle
:''”Falinks! Let us break through the bounds of justice with Mega Evolution!”''
*Upon defeat
:''”Defeat… How incredibly unjust!”''
:''”Your power was too great for my justice to crush. Now that I am stronger, I thought I could defeat Lebanne and thus heal from my past trauma… But it seems I still have more training to do. On the plus side, though, that means I have room to grow! I have high hopes for my future self.”''
:''”I wish you all the best in your upcoming battles, <{{player}}>.”''
:''”Is [[Lysandre|that man]] a fan of <{{player}}>’s, perhaps?”''

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Andi/Quotes

2026-06-25T09:09:07Z

Gengarzilla:

These are [[Andi]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series games==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
{{spoilers}}
'''[[Vert District]]'''
:''"Come on, {{p|Pancham}}! Even a [[backpacker]] like me wouldn’t be caught dead with a bag this tacky!"''
:''"Hey, you’re [[Taunie]]/[[Urbain]]!”''
:''"It’s me, Andi! From the [[Z-A Royale]]! How could you forget already?!”''
:''"That stings. But I guess…fair.”''
:''"Whatever. Just hurry up or it’ll be night anyway!”''
*If interacted with before choosing a starter
:''"Just pick one already. None of ‘em have a prayer against my Pancham.”''
*After choosing a starter
:''"How much longer are you gonna drag your feet?”''
:''"All that waiting drained my momentum. Time to get back into gear! No way am I gonna get beat by a Pokémon first-timer!"''
:''"You’re going down! Pancham gave us a shot at revenge, and we won’t miss!”''
:''"That’s good advice. Too bad I’ll beat you before you can use it!”''
*Upon defeat
:''"You really held your own…but this was supposed to make US feel better, not you!”''
:''"We… We lost…”''
:''"And to a newbie, at that. I’m more disappointed in myself than in Pancham.”''
:''"Please tell me you won, Andre!”''
:''"This is why you and I get along so well. We even lose together.”''
:''"No way! We’re not dealing with you again—not even if we meet during the Royale! You can have your bag back. Pancham says sorry. Now au revoir!”''

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Zach/Quotes

2026-06-25T09:03:57Z

Gengarzilla:

These are [[Zach]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series games==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
{{spoilers}}
'''[[South Boulevard]]'''
:''"I take it you’re <{{player}}>."''
:''"One more kid searching for glory in the wild, raucous [[Z-A Royale]] battlegrounds, huh? Sounds simple, doesn’t it? You start at Rank Z, you climb to Rank A?"''
:''"You’ll learn, kid. You’ll learn how much easier it is said than done. It’s you against every other Pokémon Trainer who wants to be the strongest in [[Lumiose City|Lumiose]]!"''
:''"Now, let’s get our promotion match started, shall we?"''
:''"I suppose you think you’re going to win? Climb over me to reach the next rank?"''
:''"Well, I won’t make it easy for you, because this taxi driver has a taxi dream! I’m going to reach Rank A and abolish all forms of transit in Lumiose—except taxis!"''
*During battle
:''"If this last one loses, I’ll be stuck at Rank Z…but I believe in my Pokémon!"''
*Upon defeat
:''"This is my hundredth time watching an opponent get promoted instead of me…"''
*After battle
:''"I lose again. That makes…a hundred times I’ve lost my promotion match."''
:''"This is why they call me Le Z Éternel…"''

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Zach

2026-06-25T09:02:11Z

Gengarzilla:

{{Search|[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]] character|other uses|Zachary}}
{{Character Infobox
|color={{lumiose color}}
|corecolor={{lumiose color light}}
|bordercolor={{lumiose color dark}}
|name=Zach
|jname=ザック
|tmname=Zach
|jtranslit=Zakku
|image=Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png
|size=300px
|caption=Asset from [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]
|gender=Male
|hometown=[[Lumiose City]]
|region=[[Kalos]]
|eyes=Blue
|hair=Brown
}}
{{Character Infobox/Game
|color={{lumiose color light}}
|gen={{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|Legends: Z-A}}
|trainer={{tc|Driver}}
}}
|}

'''Zach''' (Japanese: '''ザック''' ''Zach'') is a character from {{g|Legends: Z-A}}. He is a {{tc|Driver|taxi driver}} with [[Lumi Cab]].

His partner Pokémon is {{p|Pikachu}}.

==In the core series games==
Zach is the player's opponent in their [[Z-A Royale]] promotion match to Rank Y. His wish upon reaching Rank A in the Z-A Royale is to abolish all forms of transportation in [[Lumiose City]], except for taxis. Despite this, Zach is infamous for having suffered many promotion match losses in Rank Z, earning him the nickname '''Le Z Éternel''' (Japanese: '''{{ruby|永遠|えいえん}}のＺ''' ''Eternal Z''), with his loss to the player being his 100th recorded loss.

While his skill as a {{pkmn|Trainer}} is dubious, Zach prides himself as a safe and effective driver, boasting no accidents or violations in his tenure with Lumi Cab,<ref>'''Zach''': Well, you’re in luck, friend. I’ve had zero accidents or violations in my entire time as a cabbie!</ref> and used to race in {{wp|Endurance racing (motorsport)|endurance races}} before changing careers.<ref>'''Zach''': Say, did I ever tell you I used to be a racer? It’s true! I used to participate in those 24-hour races. You know what those are?</ref>

===Pokémon===
Zach keeps his Pokémon in [[Great Ball]]s.

====First battle====
{{Party
| background = {{lumiose color}}
| border = {{lumiose color dark}}
| headcolor = {{lumiose color light}}
| name = Zach
| sprite = Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = the Driver
| classlink2 = Driver (Trainer class)
| location = South Boulevard
| prize = {{PDollar}}540
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0079
| pokemon = Slowpoke
| gender = male
| level = 8
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Water Gun
| move1type = Water
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Tackle
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Confusion
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0016
| pokemon = Pidgey
| gender = male
| level = 9
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Tackle
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Gust
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0025
| pokemon = Pikachu
| gender = male
| level = 9
| type1 = Electric
| move1 = Quick Attack
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Thunder Wave
| move3type = Electric
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Thunder Shock
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====Second battle====
{{Party
| background = {{lumiose color}}
| border = {{lumiose color dark}}
| headcolor = {{lumiose color light}}
| name = Zach
| sprite = Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = the Driver
| classlink2 = Driver (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| locationlink = Quasartico Inc. (Magenta District)
| prize = {{PDollar}}600
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0079
| pokemon = Slowpoke
| gender = male
| level = 9
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Water Gun
| move1type = Water
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Tackle
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Confusion
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0016
| pokemon = Pidgey
| gender = male
| level = 10
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Tackle
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Gust
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0025
| pokemon = Pikachu
| gender = male
| level = 10
| type1 = Electric
| move1 = Quick Attack
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Thunder Wave
| move3type = Electric
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Thunder Shock
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Rematch]]====
{{Party
| background = {{lumiose color}}
| border = {{lumiose color dark}}
| headcolor = {{lumiose color light}}
| name = Zach
| sprite = Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = the Driver
| classlink2 = Driver (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| locationlink = Quasartico Inc. (Magenta District)
| prize = {{PDollar}}660
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0079
| pokemon = Slowpoke
| gender = male
| level = 10
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Water Gun
| move1type = Water
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Tackle
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Confusion
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0016
| pokemon = Pidgey
| gender = male
| level = 11
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Tackle
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Gust
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Aerial Ace
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0025
| pokemon = Pikachu
| gender = male
| level = 11
| type1 = Electric
| move1 = Quick Attack
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Swift
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Thunder Wave
| move3type = Electric
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Thunder Shock
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Rematch]] (after completing [[Mega Dimension]])====
{{Party
| background = {{lumiose color}}
| border = {{lumiose color dark}}
| headcolor = {{lumiose color light}}
| name = Zach
| sprite = Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = the Driver
| classlink2 = Driver (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| locationlink = Quasartico Inc. (Magenta District)
| prize = {{PDollar}}1,680
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0079
| pokemon = Slowpoke
| gender = male
| level = 11
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Water Gun
| move1type = Water
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Tackle
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Confusion
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0016
| pokemon = Pidgey
| gender = male
| level = 12
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Tackle
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Growl
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Gust
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Aerial Ace
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0025
| pokemon = Pikachu
| gender = male
| level = 14
| type1 = Electric
| move1 = Quick Attack
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Swift
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Thunder Wave
| move3type = Electric
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Thunder Shock
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

==Gallery==
===Game assets===
====Sprites and models====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{lumiose color dark}}; background:#{{lumiose color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-

| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{lumiose color dark}}; background:#{{lumiose color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{lumiose color dark}}; background:#{{lumiose color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Infinite Z-A Royale Profile Zach.png|250px]]
|-

| Profile picture in the {{color2|000|Z-A Royale}} app from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
| Profile picture in the {{color2|000|Z-A Royale|Infinite Z-A Royale}} app from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Zach/Quotes}}

==Trivia==
* Zach is the only [[Z-A Royale]] promotional match opponent who does not add any new Pokémon to his team in rematches.
** This also makes him the only opponent in Infinite Z-A Royale reward matches to have neither five or six Pokémon on his team.
* Zach's character is very similar to Glass Joe from [[Nintendo]]'s ''Punch-Out!!'' series. Both characters have unfounded self-confidence and an initial 99-loss streak, and end up acquiring a 100th loss after the player defeats them. Additionally, Glass Joe is from Paris, France, while Zach lives in [[Lumiose City]], which is based on Paris.
* In the Legends: Z-A trailer [[My Friend Malamar#End of campaign|SPECIAL REPORT: The Truth About Malamar]], a taxi driver resembling Zach appears, even wearing the same clothes.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{Lumiose color}}; border:3px solid #{{Lumiose color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{Lumiose color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{Lumiose color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{Lumiose color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ザック ''Zach''
| Begins with the {{wp|Latin alphabet|Latin letter}} ''{{wp|Z}}''
|-
| English
| Zach
| Same as Japanese name
|-
| German, Italian
| Zack
| Same as Japanese name
|-
| European Spanish, Latin American Spanish
| Zacarías
| Similar to his Japanese name
|-
| French
| Zachary
| Similar to his Japanese name
|-
| Korean
| 잭 ''Zach''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 札克 ''Zhákè'' / ''Jaathāk''
| rowspan="2" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 札克 ''Zhákè''
|}
{{-}}

;Le Z Éternel
{{langtable
|color={{lumiose color light}}|bordercolor={{lumiose color dark}}
|ja={{ruby|永遠|えいえん}}のＺ ''{{tt|Eien no Z|Eternal Z}}''
|zh_cmn=萬年阿Z ''{{tt|Wànnián Ā Z|Eternal Z}}'' {{tt|*|Traditional}} 万年老Z '''{{tt|Wànnián Lǎo Z|Eternal Z}}'' {{tt|*|Simplified}}
|zh_yue=萬年阿Z ''{{tt|Maahnnìhn A Z|Eternal Z}}''
|fr=Z Absolu
|de=Das Ewige Z
|ko=영원의 Z ''{{tt|Yeong-won-ui Z|Eternal Z}}''
|it=L’eterna Z
|es=El Eterno Z
}}
{{-}}

==References==
<references />

==Related articles==
* [[Lumi Cab]]

{{Z-A Royale|lumiose}}
{{NPC|lumiose|kalos=yes}}
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Lida/Quotes

2026-06-25T08:59:16Z

Gengarzilla:

These are [[Lida]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series games==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
{{spoilers}}
'''[[Hotel Z]]'''
:''"[[Taunie]]/[[Urbain]], could you turn it down, like, two notches?"''
:''"Can’t you shush ‘em, [[AZ]]? Yell at ‘em a little?"''
:''"New member?!"''
:''"Fair! Sorry!"''
:''"Is this the new member?"''
:''"Nice to meet you too! I’m Lida. I’m a dancer, and I came to [[Lumiose City|Lumiose]] chasing my dreams of going pro! Plus, my [[Tierno|big brother]]—"''

'''Battle Zone'''
:''"We wouldn’t have brought him/her on as a team member if he/she wasn’t gonna compete, [[Naveen]]."''
:''"Good luck! Come find me further in."''
:''"Want a tip?"''
:''"Listen, <{{player}}>! If someone sees you first, they’ll get the jump on you in battle! If that happens, you may not be able to do anything at first ‘cause of the shock. So try to sneak up, nice and quiet…then BOOM, get the first hit off! You’ll have a big upper hand!"''
:''"Here’s a [[Potion]] in case you need it! In return, I wanna see you really cookin’!"''
:''"Oooh, look, look—see that Trainer down there with their back turned? Now’s your chance! Sneak up behind ‘em and get off the first attack!"''

'''[[Hotel Z]]'''
:''"We’re back!"''
:''"How was your first taste of competing in the [[Z-A Royale]], <{{player}}>?"''
:''"Oh my gosh, that’s amazing! You’re a natural!"''
:''"Yeah, for real! He’s/She’s basically a brand-new Pokémon Trainer and still won a promotion right away. That’s big!"''
:''"[[Team MZ]] is headed straight for the top! Oh, do you know what the initials “MZ” in our team name mean, <{{player}}>?"''
:''"Whoa, Taunie/Urbain. You’re that confident?"''
:''"Can I say something? Doing the Z-A Royale takes a lot of energy, so… I’m hungry!"''
:''"I’m good with literally anything, as long as it’s ready soon."''
:''"That scent sends my appetite into overdrive. I could eat your cooking forever, Taunie/Urbain."''
:''"You can be so particular, Naveen. Maybe it’s ‘cause you’re Lumiose born and raised."''
:''"Yes! Big same! Having you around makes me feel like things might work out OK for us."''

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Taunie/Quotes

2026-06-25T08:57:03Z

Gengarzilla:

These are [[Taunie]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series games==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
{{spoilers}}
'''[[Station Front]]'''
:''"OK, we’re good to go! Get ready for the spotlight again, you three!”''
:''"Today’s mission is to add to our ranks! We’ll spread the word about how great [[Hotel Z]] is, and once there's a guest who looks like they've got what it takes, we'll recruit ‘em to the cause!”''
:''"Now we need a tourist who really looks the part.”''
:''"Bingo!"''
:''"’Scuse me! Yeah, hi! You just arrived at the [[Gare de Lumiose]], right? And judging by that big old travel bag… I've got a hunch you're a tourist!”''
:''"Phew! If you'd turned out to be a local, I would've thought I was losing my grip on reality.”''
:''"And you're about my height. We'll look nice standing side by side.”''
:''"Listen, before you get to tourist-ing, would you mind helping me out with something? I just need to film you saying “Hotel Z’s a hidden gem of [[Lumiose City|Lumiose]]!” Easy, right? No worries if you're staying somewhere else! I just need a hand advertising the hotel."''
:''"Sound good? Good! OK, lights, camera…”''
:''"Actually, let's wait a minute. The sound from that ad is gonna drown everything out.”''
:''"I like how [[Jett|that CEO]] thinks. Even if her ad did keep us from filming.”''
:''"This city and its Pokémon are a wonder. I know you’ll love them both!”''
:''"And on that note, let’s get to filming!”''
:''"Hang on—where’d your bag go?”''
:''"So you hired a Pokémon to carry your stuff? Not a bad idea.”''
:''"Wait, so it snagged your bag?!”''
:''"Sorry I distracted you with the video stuff. I’ll make up for it, though! We’ll catch that Pokémon!”''

'''[[Vert District]]'''
:''"Come on! We’ve gotta chase after that Pokémon!”''
:''"It went into that alley there!”''
:''"Geez, that’s one fast Pokémon!”''
:''"Left! Go left before this dead end!”''
:''"I guess this wasn’t just a wild Pokémon randomly messing with you. Seems like the {{p|Pancham}} that scooted off with your stuff belonged to [[Andi|somebody]] after all.”''
:''"Hey—what’s your name?”''
:''"<{{player}}>? Got it. My name’s Taunie. We’ll figure this out together—don’t you worry!”''
:''"That nice bag happens to belong to my tourist friend here!”''
:''"I…can’t say I know you. Did you see one of the ads I filmed, maybe?”''
:''"Ohhh, now I remember. You two weren’t much of a challenge.”''
:''"That makes no sense. If you want a rematch, all you have to do is wait till nightfall.”''
:''"I’m glad you care about what Pancham wants, but I’m not about to let you battle me two-on-one!”''
:''"Listen. How about I guide you through this mess? I’m just a helpful kind of gal, really. Your bag got stolen, right? So what’s your next step here?”''
:''"That’s right! And you’ve got three Pokémon right here ready to help!”''
:''"Hear that? They’re down! Now choose which Pokémon you’ll battle with!”''
*Upon interacting with {{p|Chikorita}}
:''"That’s Chikorita, the Leaf Pokémon! It can shoot out supersharp leaves! You want to battle together with Chikorita?”''
*Upon interacting with {{p|Totodile}}
:''"That’s Totodile, the Big Jaw Pokémon! It can blast out might jets of water and bite like a champ! You want to battle together with Totodile?”''
*Upon interacting with {{p|Tepig}}
:''"That’s Tepig, the Fire Pig Pokémon! It breathes fantastic flames from its nose! You want to battle together with Tepig?”''
*If choosing “Let me think” after asked about each starter
:''"So, which Pokémon is it gonna be?"''
*After choosing a starter
:''"All right! I know all this is a lot, but enjoy your first-ever Pokémon battle here in Lumiose City!”''
:''"Real quick, I’ll tell you the very basics of Pokémon battles! You gotta order your new buddy Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig to use its moves to attack the other Pokémon! If the opposing Pokémon’s HP—hit points—fall to zero, you win!”''
:''"I respect that spirit. But you’re gonna have egg on your face for real if you lose to a newbie!”''
:''"Oh, I know. Hope you’ll put up a little more of a fight than you did last time!”''
:''"I know it’s your first match, but you can do this! Have faith in your Pokémon’s strength! You can always use moves that lower your opponent’s Defense, too!”''
:''"Well, it was good to get some practice! Come battle us again sometime.”''
:''"C’mon!”''
:''"Yeah, a fist bump! Put them knuckles out!”''
:''"That’s huge, winning your first battle! You and your new buddy must’ve been meant to meet.”''
:''"Why don’t you keep Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig as your partner? Something tells me you two are gonna be great together! Here, have Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig’s Poké Ball, too. We keep Pokémon in these to bring ‘em around with us.”''
:''"Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig looks as happy as you are!”''
:''"You’ve got the makings of a terrific duo! Don’t worry, <{{player}}>. You’re gonna love being a Pokémon Trainer!”''
:''"Oh no. We chatted too long. It’s night already… And here we are in a [[battle zone]]. Rotten luck.”''
:''"We don’t have time for a full explanation right now, but here’s the gist… Battle zones are intense! Anyone who finds you in here can challenge you to a battle on the spot!”''
:''"But I know a safe place we can go! We’ll have these two Pokémon take care of your bag. Totodile and Tepig/Chikorita and Tepig/Chikorita and Totodile, you got this!”''
:''"They’ll be fine! Other Pokémon will leave ‘em alone. Plus, those two can climb fences and get into places where people can’t follow ‘em. Unfortunately, that won’t work for us. So we gotta get out of this battle zone. Follow me!”''
:''"Stay right behind me!”''
:''"Over here!”''
:''"We’re almost there!”''
:''"No, wait! My friend here isn’t part of—”''
:''"Sounds like you gotta beat her, <{{player}}>! Don’t worry, you and your partner can win this!”''
:''"I tried to tell you!”''
:''"Okay, wow, <{{player}}>. You’re something! You and Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig have some serious teamwork going!”''
:''"Anyway, that was a good lesson in how intense battle zones can be. So here’s my advice as your kind new friend who loves helping people… Let’s get the heck out of here before someone else comes after us looking to battle!”''
:''"Look, I’m trying to get our hotel guest to safety. Would you please let us through?”''
:''"If that’s how you wanna play it, then take me on!”''
:''"Don’t hit them!”''
:''"Nicely done, {{p|Floette}}! But maybe you should save that {{m|Light of Ruin}} move for when it really counts, huh?”''
:''"<{{player}}>, let me introduce you to Floette. She’s a very special Pokémon, She’s apparently three thousand years old! And thanks to Floette, those troublemakers cleared off! Let’s hurry to our safe spot—Hotel Z!”''
:''"You can relax now—we’re out of the battle zone. Hotel Z’s just through here!”''
*Upon going in the wrong direction
:''"Not that way!”''

'''[[Hotel Z]]'''
:''"Welcome to our humble establishment—Hotel Z!"''
:''"We pride ourselves in offering the most tranquil, relaxing stays around…to all the guests we don’t have. C’mon in.”''
:''"I’m back, [[AZ]]!”''
:''"Good news! We’ve got a guest!”''
:''"That’s right! This is <{{player}}>. He stepped off the train at the Gare de Lumiose and right into a world of trouble. But he battled his way out! Clicked with my Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig perfectly! So I entrusted him with Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig as a partner!”''
:''"Yeah! It felt like they were meant to be a team. But then night fell and we got caught up in [[Z-A Royale]] stuff, so I brought ‘em here.”''
:''"No, I’m glad you did! Floette saved our skins with her Light of Ruin—it’s a heck of a move. You’re so wise, AZ, I can almost believe you really ARE three thousand years old like you always say!”''
:''"You can take the elevator to the second floor. Rest up for tonight, then come meet me down here in the lobby tomorrow morning!”''
:''"Hey. Sorry, I know I said you should sleep, but can we talk for a sec?”''
:''"Begging your pardon, dear guest! I neglected to show you our hotel’s true gem—a stunning panorama.”''
:''"That means “C’mon, you gotta see the roof!”"''
:''"Bit late now, but welcome to Lumiose City! It’s got its weird parts, but it’s a good place. I like it here.”''
:''"Listen… I owe AZ big-time for all the help he’s given me since I got here. I want to do right by him in return. Not to put you on the spot, but…think you could give me a hand?”''
:''"Thanks—that means a lot!"''
*The next day
:''"Mornin’!"''
:''"Yesterday was pretty hectic, huh? Your bag gets stolen, then you get dragged into the Z-A Royale… It must’ve been a lot to handle."''
:''"The Z-A Royale’s a big Pokémon battle tournament that’s taking Lumiose by storm! I’m competing in it too, actually!"''
:''"I’m trying to become the strongest Trainer around so I can help protect Lumiose. This is actually what I wanted your help with. Remember? Our talk last night on the roof? I know this is sudden, but can you join the Z-A Royale too, <{{player}}>?"''
:''"Was that your invite? Great timing! I figured [[Quasartico Inc.|they’d]] invite you, since you held your own when you weren’t even signed up. They want you to join ‘cause they figure you’ll liven up the competition."''
:''"I also got that message out of the blue after I did some battling here in Lumiose. The bigwigs around here really want to find a crop of strong Trainers!"''
:''"Lemme see your [[Rotom Phone]] for a sec, and I’ll set up the app for you! I can put in my contact info while I’m at it. There’s the install button… Voilà!"''
:''"OK, the app’s ready. But are you?"''
:''"I can’t force you, but I’m kinda begging here! Please, join me and the rest of [[Team MZ]] to try and win the Z-A Royale! You’ve got the makings of a really good Trainer, and I’d love if you could use your skills to help me—to help all of Lumiose, really!"''
:''"Seriously? Oh, I’m so relieved, I could almost cry!"''
:''"Thank you. This means a ton! Welcome to Team MZ. I can’t wait to see what you’ll do!"''
:''"Let’s get you all signed up in the Z-A app. And we gotta make sure you’ve got the Team MZ look in your profile pic! Here you go—your official Team MZ gear. Proof that you’re one of us!"''
:''"No way can you battle carrying your huge travel bag, right? This satchel won’t get in your way."''
:''"Well, what are you waiting for? Try it on along with the jacket!"''
:''"Hey, looking good! Let’s take a pic for your profile."''
:''"I’ll send it over so you can finish signing up!"''
:''"There you go—all set! Like it shows, you start out at Rank Z. And your goal is to climb from the bottom all the way to Rank A at the top."''
:''"Don’t worry. I’ll teach you everything you’ll need! First of all, a “Pokémon Trainer” is what we call someone who battles with Pokémon! And the number-one thing a Trainer in Lumiose should know is…how to roll!"''
:''"Well, when a wild Pokémon’s attacking you, you gotta dodge it! Here, I’ll show you…"''
:''"And that’s how you roll out of the way of a move!"''
:''"Weren’t you just complaining about me being loud, [[Lida]]?"''
:''"Yup. Meet <{{player}}>!"''
:''"You can tell the whole long story later, OK? Right now I’ve gotta get our newbie up to speed!"''
:''"OK, <{{player}}. Next up after rolling is Pokémon battling! Meet me out in front of Hotel Z!"''
:''"Ready for a Pokémon battle with me?"''
:''"Good! In the Z-A Royale, how well you battle is everything—so let’s see how you do!"''
*After knocking out her first Pokémon
:''"I didn’t think you’d knock out Totodile/Tepig/Chikorita! But we’re not done just yet!"''
*Upon defeat
:''"You’re even better than I thought you’d be!"''
*After battle
:''"That match taught me one thing for sure: You’re gonna make an amazing Trainer! I think Lumiose’s future will be a lot more secure with you in it."''
:''"Yeah. We’ll talk more about it later."''
:''"Before that, we’ve gotta get you ready to take part in the Z-A Royale! The more Pokémon you’ve got, the better your odds of winning. So we gotta get you to a [[wild zone]] to catch some Pokémon!"''
:''"But there’s somewhere else we need to go first. A Pokémon Center! They’re oases of calm for weary Trainers! Your Rotom Phone’s map will tell you where Pokémon Centers are located."''
:''"If you ever get lost, you can always come back here to reorient yourself. Now let’s move, shall we?"''

'''[[Vert Sector 8]]'''
:''"Well, this sucks…"''
:''"What do you think is the deal here, <{{player}}>?"''
:''"However they got here, they’re definitely boulders. Did a wild Pokémon use a move around here? As if we’re not short on customers already. We won’t see any business at all with these here."''
:''"Oh well. I know a special route we can use as a detour. Follow me!"''
:''"Hey! Come on up!"''
:''"Nice weather up here, huh?"''
:''"We just gotta drop down over there, then we’ll be near the Pokémon Center."''
:''"Obviously, that’s sort of a one-way route, so we’ll get back to the hotel another way. But now you’ve gotten a glimpse of the city’s back ways!"''
:''"Anyway, detour complete. I’ll show you the rest of the way to the Pokémon Center!"''
:''"Try bringing out your new buddy for a sec, <{{player}}>."''
:''"Nice of them to offer a prize. Let’s head to that wild zone and start catching some Pokémon!"''

'''[[South Boulevard]]'''
:''"Wherever you see that green light, it’s marking the boundaries of a wild zone! They’re areas where you can battle and catch the city’s wild Pokémon. We keep getting more wild Pokémon in Lumiose, so wild zones were set up for them to hang out in."''
:''"The different wild zones have different Pokémon living in ‘em. Now let’s get you catching some Pokémon. You’ll feel better with a bigger team!"''
:''"Into the wild zone we go! Don’t forget—if a wild Pokémon comes at you, be ready to roll and dodge its moves."''

'''[[Wild Zone 1]]'''
:''"See that little Pokémon that popped out from behind the taxi? That’s a {{p|Fletchling}}—you should try and catch it! It’s pretty relaxed, so it won’t run away unless you attack it. Perfect for catching practice."''
:''"Here you go—some Poké Balls!"''
:''"Press and hold Z-Right to aim a Poké Ball, then let go to throw it. You can also focus on a target by pressing and holding Z-Left. That makes it easier to aim.''"
*After failing to catch the Fletchling
:''"So close! Like you saw, hitting a Pokémon with a Poké Ball doesn’t guarantee you’ll catch it. But don’t worry! One more good donk with a Poké Ball, and I bet you’ll get it."''
*After catching Fletchling
:''"Congrats! You caught a Fletchling!"''
:''"Pokémon you catch will join your team and battle alongside you! Gathering more Pokémon to battle with will help make you a better Trainer! Next, let’s see if you can handle a stronger Pokémon."''
:''"That Pokémon’s called {{p|Bunnelby}}. It’s more aggressive, so if it spots you, it’ll attack."''
:''"But it’s OK—all you gotta do is have your trusty Pokémon attack the wild one and lower its HP!"''
:''"You need to bring out your partner Pokémon so you can catch this wild Bunnelby!"''
*During battle
:''"Use your Pokémon’s moves to weaken Bunnelby!"''
*After catching Bunnelby
:''"Niiice!"''
:''"That right there is how you catch wild Pokémon!"''
:''"One more thing—crouching helps when you want to sneak up and catch Pokémon. It’s harder for Pokémon to spot you if you’re crouched and hiding in tall grass or something!"''
:''"You’re itching to throw some more Poké Balls, huh? Here you go!"''
:''"If you need more, you can buy some at the Pokémon Center."''
:''"You just need five Pokémon species to get that prize, right? Let’s catch ‘em and head to that [[Pokémon Research Lab (Kalos)|research lab]]!"''

'''[[South Boulevard]]'''
:''"Did you already catch five species of Pokémon?"''
:''"You did! Nice! Now just go on into the lab and claim that prize! I’ve got an errand to run, so I’ll catch up with you after! I’ll get in touch if anything comes up."''
*On a phone call
:''"Hey hey—you get your prize?"''
:''"The first [[TM]] you got from [[Mable]] was the one for {{m|Rock Smash}}, right? You oughta teach the move to Bunnelby so it can break those boulders lying around!"''
:''"Once you’ve had enough boulder smashing, come on back to Hotel Z."''

'''[[Hotel Z]]'''
:''"Welcome back! I got us some good food. Let’s have a bite!"''
:''"Have you ever dipped fresh-baked croissants in café au lait? Sheer perfection. Get ready."''
:''"Starting to get used to Lumiose? It can be kinda bewildering at first."''
:''"The wild zones must’ve been a shock, right? I don’t think they’re the ideal model for how we humans and Pokémon can coexist or anything, but it’s good we have ‘em."''
:''"Was that a notification from your Z-A app?"''
:''"Guess it’s time for your first promotion match."''
:''"A promotion match is exactly what it sounds like. If you win the battle, you’re promoted to the next rank in the Z-A Royale."''
:''"A Challenger’s Ticket is what lets you compete in a promotion match. Once you’ve earned enough Ticket Points, your Challenger’s Ticket shows up in your Z-A app."''
:''"To earn Ticket Points, you gotta beat other Trainers competing in the Royale! The types who hang out in battle zones! I’m sure you remember getting a taste of that battle zone last night."''
:''"And it’s nearly sundown… When night falls, a battle zone appears and the Z-A Royale starts up."''
:''"I’m gonna go wait outside. When you’re ready to head out into the night, come find me."''
:''"Feeling ready to brave the Z-A Royale?"''
:''"Great! You can do this!"''
:''"Here’s a Z-A Royale tip: Once night falls, check your map!"''
:''"The glowing red space on your map is the battle zone! Looks like it’s in the same spot as last night’s. Glad it’s somewhere familiar, anyway!"''
:''"Let’s make our way there now!"''

'''Battle Zone'''
:''"That’s right. He’s gonna need some support from you two as well."''
:''"Now, about that Challenger’s Ticket you need…"''
:''"Since you’re Rank Z, <{{player}}>, you need 1,000 Ticket Points to earn a Challenger’s Ticket. You should be able to earn that much by beating the Trainers here in this battle zone! Inside battle zones, if a Pokémon Trainer spots you, it’s battle time."''
:''"Trust your Pokémon and do your best! Victory can be yours! And if anything happens to your Pokémon, come back to me for some healing!"''
:''"Need healing? Come by whenever!"''
*After first victory
:''"Your first win, on the books! Keep that same energy and crush some more Trainers!"''
*After second victory
:''"Looks like you’re doing well! One more W should get you up to 1,000 points."''
*After third and final victory
:''"YES! You and Chikorita/Totodile/Tepig are incredible!"
:''"Now you’ve got your Challenger’s Ticket. Nice! Meet me at the Pokémon Center!"

'''[[Vert Sector 8]]'''
:''"Hey! Did you check out your Challenger’s Ticket? You can see it in the Z-A Royale app."''
:''"Now you can take on another Trainer of your rank in a promotion match if they’ve got a ticket too."''
:''"I’m impressed how smoothly you’re handling this! Let’s see if we can get your promotion match in before morning comes!"''
:''"Your opponent [[Zach]] oughta be in the taxi lot just down the street."''
:''"You should heal your team at the Pokémon Center before important battles like this! Maybe even buy a [[Potion]] for safety’s sake."''
:''"I’ll meet you at the taxi lot."''

'''[[South Boulevard]]'''
:''"Zach’s a taxi driver. Far as I know, he should be here waiting for fares."''
:''"There! That’s him!"''
:''"Zach’s fought in a LOT of promotion matches. He has a lot of experience, but not in winning."''
:''"You can do this! You bring out the best in your Pokémon—and that’s how you win!"''
*After battle
:''"Yes!!!"''
:''"[[Emma]]! Hi!"''
:''"This is <{{player}}>, Team MZ’s newest member!"''
:''"Emma’s the top detective in Lumiose City—and a super-talented Pokémon Trainer! If she says you’re good, you know you must be special, <{{player}}>!"''
:''"Anyway, now that you’ve got your promotion and everything, I think it’s time we call it a night too!"''

'''[[Hotel Z]]'''
:''"Ahhh. Hotel, sweet hotel."''
:''"You don’t get it, [[Naveen]]—you didn’t see the match! <{{player}}> has serious potential! I can tell he’s gonna shoot straight up the ranks."''
:''"The M is for [[Mega Evolution]], and the Z is from Hotel Z!"''
:''"Hey, AZ! I think we’ll be able to protect the future of Lumiose with <{{player}}> around."''
:''"Well, even Emma had good things to say about him!"''
:''"Sounds like it’s time to show off my chef skills!"''
:''"Bon appétit!"''
:''"I don’t get what you don’t get about this!"''
:''"It’s my original creation: croissant curry! I made it to be the hotel’s sought-after signature dish. It pairs Lumiose’s delectable croissants with the [[Galar]] region’s legendary curry to bring out the best in both!"''
:''"You say that every time, but you seem to polish off anything I cook."''
:''"Sorry this got so heated, <{{player}}>. But for real, I’m glad you showed up here."''
:''"I can’t wait to see everything you’re capable of!"''
:''"Now let’s eat!"''

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(Japanese: '''READY GO！ユナイトバトル！！''' ''READY GO! Unite Battle!!'') is the 141st episode of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', and the 1,373rd episode of the [[Pokémon animated series]]. It first aired in Japan on June 19, 2026.
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==Plot==
The young [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] and [[Friede]] have traveled to [[Aeos Island]], the children having accepted an invitation from Friede to participate in a [[Unite Battle]]–a unique type of battle where five pairs of {{pkmn|Trainer}}s and Pokémon work as teams to score points–after Friede's colleague, [[Professor Phorus]], had told him that one of the teams of an upcoming special match ran into some trouble and had to unexpectedly drop out just three days before the event, with Friede having signed up the Rising Volt Tacklers to take their place. The entire [[Remoat Stadium]] is buzzing with excitement as the young newcomers prepare to face the experienced and highly popular [[Shining Oceans]].

At the end of a countdown, the Unite Battle starts, with both Pokémon teams rushing into the stadium and splitting up. Their first objective is to gather [[Aeos energy]] by defeating [[wild Pokémon]] around the stadium, which the Rising Volt Tacklers do by defeating a group of {{p|Aipom}} and {{p|Corphish}}. Next, [[Liko]] has {{TP|Liko|Meowscarada}} target a pair of {{p|Combee}} and a {{p|Vespiquen}}. Meowscarada easily defeats the two {{pkmn|category|Tiny Bee Pokémon}} with {{m|Acrobatics}} and collects their Aeos energy, but her attempt at attacking Vespiquen is disrupted when the {{p|Sirfetch'd}} used by the leader of the Shining Oceans uses {{m|Brutal Swing}}, forcing Meowscarada to dodge and let Vespiquen take the hit instead. A {{p|Clefable}} also joins the confrontation, resulting in the first clash between teams during the battle. Since the one who gets the Aeos energy is decided by who lands the last hit on the wild Pokémon, Liko presses the attack and has Meowscarada use {{m|Flower Trick}}, but Sirfetch'd uses its shield to block the attack. Friede tells [[Captain Pikachu]] to support Meowscarada, but the opposing team's {{p|Zoroark}} gets in Cap's way and starts exchanging swings of {{m|Shadow Claw}} and {{m|Thunder Punch}} with him. Meanwhile, Meowscarada lands a strong hit on Sirfetch'd with Acrobatics, but Clefable is quick to heal Sirfetch'd using {{m|Moonlight}}, allowing the Wild Duck Pokémon to attack with {{m|Fury Cutter}}. Meowscarada is forced to retreat to avoid being hit, allowing Clefable and Sirfetch'd to collect the Aeos energy from the {{t|Bug}} types. Seeing their objective has been achieved, Zoroark starts retreating as well, though Friede, noticing that the opposing team's [[goal zone]] is completely undefended, has Cap go for it instead. Zoroark tries to block Cap, but the slippery {{t|Electric}} type manages to slip past Zoroark and score a goal, giving the Rising Volt Tacklers an early lead.

Eager to keep the advantage going, [[Ult]] tries to have {{p|Sableye}} go for the goal as well, but is caught by surprise by {{p|Vaporeon}}'s {{m|Flip Turn}}, which defeats Sableye, causes it to lose the Aeos energy it had collected, and sends it back to the base. The Shining Oceans, meanwhile, are aiming for the Rising Volt Tacklers' goal zone, which is being defended by {{TP|Dot|Quaquaval}} and {{TP|Roy|Skeledirge}}. Deciding to give the audience what they want, the Shining Oceans have Zoroark and {{p|Toxtricity}} use {{DL|Zoroark (UNITE)|Unite Move|Nightfall Daze}} and Venom Distortion, respectively, which send both of the Rising Volt Tacklers' Pokémon back to the base with Sableye. The children are amazed by the powerful [[move]]s, which Friede explains to be {{DL|Move (UNITE)|Unite Move}}s, powerful attacks enabled by accumulating enough Aeos energy. With the Rising Volt Tacklers' goal zone left undefended, the Shining Oceans score a number of goals in a quick succession, bringing them to a massive lead. The Rising Volt Tacklers resolve to work as a team to gather energy as well and achieve their own power-ups.

The match resumes, with the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers' Pokémon keeping the Shining Oceans team busy while Meowscarada goes around defeating wild Pokémon. The leader of the Shining Oceans quickly recognizes Captain Pikachu as the opposing team's leader and orders his team to focus on him. While Cap is getting surrounded by the opposing team, Meowscarada gathers enough Aeos energy to achieve her own power-up after defeating a pair of {{p|Ludicolo}} and rushes to Cap's aid. At Liko's command, Meowscarada unleashes her Unite Move, {{DL|Meowscarada (UNITE)|Unite Move|Floral Flourish}}, which forces the Shining Oceans to fall back and allows the Rising Volt Tacklers to defeat a bunch of Pokémon to gather their energy. The team is feeling luck finally being on their side, but become slightly alarmed by the announcement that only five minutes remain before the battle ends. Ult wants to use Unite Moves to catch up while they can, but to everyone's surprise, Friede tells his teammates to hold off on using their Unite Moves for now, knowing that they require some time to recharge and that a big chance is coming up. The Shining Oceans are quick to notice that the Rising Volt Tacklers aren't using their Unite Moves and immediately figure out what they're after, their response being to increase their lead by scoring as many goals as possible.

Just when the young Rising Volt Tacklers start wondering how they're going to catch up to the opposing team's massive lead, the big chance that Friede had been waiting for makes its presence known in the form of the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Zapdos}}, which flies in the middle of the field. Knowing that Zapdos has far more Aeos energy than any other wild Pokémon in the stadium, Friede has the Rising Volt Tacklers charge at the Legendary Pokémon. With only two minutes left, the battle enters the Final Stretch, during which all goals will have their score value doubled, giving the Rising Volt Tacklers the chance to score big if they manage to claim Zapdos's Aeos energy for themselves. The Shining Oceans also enter the center of the field, so Friede finally decides it's time to unleash their Unite Moves, having Cap use {{DL|Pikachu (UNITE)|Unite Move|Thunderstorm}} on the opposing team while the others pummel Zapdos with {{DL|Skeledirge (UNITE)|Unite Move|Rousing Symphony}}, {{DL|Quaquaval (UNITE)|Unite Move|Carnival Splash}}, and Floral Flourish. They soon notice that the Shining Oceans aren't going after Zapdos, seeming to prioritize maintaining their big lead by attempting to obscure their opponents. Ult suddenly notices something and tells Sableye to hide in the grass instead of going after Zapdos, confusing his teammates.

Just as the Rising Volt Tacklers start preparing on landing the last hit on Zapdos, the opposing team's Sirfetch'd suddenly appears behind the Legendary Pokémon and starts using {{DL|Sirfetch'd (UNITE)|Unite Move|Lunging Leek Nova Blast}}, intending to be the one to deal the last hit. Before the attack can land, however, Sableye emerges from the grass and uses {{DL|Sableye (UNITE)|Unite Move|Chaos Glower}}, its effect sending Sirfetch'd scurrying back for the base. The rest of the team is surprised that Ult actually noticed Sirfetch'd, but they quickly refocus their attention on Zapdos. They pummel Zapdos with a rapid barrage of attacks, claiming its Aeos energy for themselves before making a rush for the goal. The Shining Oceans try to stop them, but the Rising Volt Tacklers manage to keep the opposing Pokémon at bay long enough to reach the goal zone. Cap, Sableye, Quaquaval, and Meowscarada each score a goal on a quick succession, evening the score. Just when Skeledirge is about to score as well, he's struck by Toxtricity's {{m|Overdrive}}, causing him to lose grip on his ball. Zoroark grabs the ball, but its possession of the ball is short-lived as Cap knocks it away and grabs it himself, scoring one more goal just seconds before the battle comes to an end, stunning the audience and teams alike as the young newcomers claim a victory over the idol team. The Rising Volt Tacklers celebrate and the Shining Oceans take the loss with dignity, resolving to train hard to avoid losing next time. The victorious Rising Volt Tacklers enter the field, with their Pokémon clad in [[Holowear]] to celebrate their win, the team having thoroughly enjoyed their first-ever Unite Battle.

==Major events==
[[File:RVT Unite Battle Victory.png|thumb|220px|The [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] celebrating their victory in a [[Unite Battle]]]]

* [[Friede]] is revealed to have gotten his [[Rotom Phone]] back from [[Yanga]].
* [[Liko]], [[Roy]], [[Dot]], [[Ult]], and Friede visit [[Aeos Island]].
* Liko, Roy, Dot, and Ult learn about [[Unite Battle]]s, have their first battle of that kind, and win.
{{animeevents|HZ}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Professor Phorus]]
* [[Erbie]]

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* [[Liko]]
* [[Roy]]
* [[Dot]]
* [[Ult]]
* [[Friede]]
* [[Professor Phorus]]
* [[Erbie]]
* [[Shining Oceans]]
** Leader
** Members
* Announcer
* Crowd

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Meowscarada}} ({{OP|Liko|Meowscarada}})
* {{p|Skeledirge}} ({{OP|Roy|Skeledirge}})
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Roy]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]]; flashback)
* {{p|Pikachu}} ([[Friede]]'s; [[Captain Pikachu]])
* {{p|Quaquaval}} ({{OP|Dot|Quaquaval}})
* {{p|Sableye}} ([[Ult]]'s)
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Friede]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]]; flashback)
* {{p|Sirfetch'd}} ([[Shining Oceans]] leader's)
* {{p|Zoroark}} ([[Shining Oceans]] member's)
* {{p|Vaporeon}} ([[Shining Oceans]] member's)
* {{p|Clefable}} ([[Shining Oceans]] member's)
* {{p|Toxtricity}} ([[Shining Oceans]] member's; {{form|Toxtricity|Amped Form}})
* {{p|Psyduck}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Munchlax}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Gabite}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Machop}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Espeon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Raboot}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Haunter}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Audino}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Larvitar}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Bellossom}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Farfetch'd}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sudowoodo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Drone Rotom]]; ×2)
* {{p|Corphish}} (multiple)
* {{p|Aipom}} (multiple)
* {{p|Combee}} (multiple)
* {{p|Vespiquen}} (multiple)
* {{p|Ludicolo}} (multiple)
* {{p|Audino}}
* {{p|Zapdos}}
* {{p|Trevenant}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Cinderace}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Ceruledge}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Dodrio}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Psyduck}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Blissey}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Gardevoir}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Charizard}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Buzzwole}} (silhouette; fantasy)
* {{p|Snorlax}} (silhouette; fantasy)

==Trivia==
{{Bulbagarden|forum|310674|Pokémon UNITE × Pokémon Horizons collaboration begins June 4}}
[[File:HZ141 Title card.png|thumb|220px|The title card]]
* [[Mega Study with Instructor Starmie]]: What instrument does {{p|Toxtricity}}'s electricity release sound similar to?
** Choices: Guitar, bass, drums
** Answer: Guitar
* The [[title card]] for this episode features {{DL|Rising Volt Tacklers|Ditto}} {{m|transform}}ing into a mini-version of {{TP|Dot|Quaquaval}} and taking his place at the right of the screen, while Quaquaval stands at the right edge of the screen.
* The first [[List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series eyecatches|eyecatch]] features [[Roy]] with his {{TP|Roy|Skeledirge}}, {{TP|Roy|Kilowattrel}}, [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] {{TP|Roy|Lucario}}, and [[Captain Pikachu]], and the second features [[Friede]] with Captain Pikachu, {{TP|Friede|Charizard}}, and {{p|Starmie|Instructor Starmie}}.
* This episode is based on {{g|UNITE}}, which held a collaboration with {{aniseries|HZ}} throughout June 2026.
** As part of the collaboration, this episode acted as confirmation that {{UNITE|Toxtricity}} would be added to the game.
* For the initial airing of this episode, the Mega Study with Instructor Starmie segment and the next episode preview were skipped and replaced with announcements about the collaboration between Pokémon UNITE and ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series'', which included a bonus scene featuring [[Zirco]]. This scene was cut from the VOD versions, but was [https://youtu.be/9CgcCGPQVDM uploaded separately] to the official Pokémon [[YouTube]] channel.
* The {{pmin|Taiwan}}ese Mandarin, {{pmin|Hong Kong}} Cantonese, {{pmin|Thailand|Thai}}, and {{pmin|Indonesia}}n dubs of this episode were released on their respective Pokémon YouTube channels at 6:30 PM (UTC+8)/5:30 PM (UTC+7), at the same time the Japanese version was released on the Japanese YouTube channel after its television airing. In the regular episode order:
** The Indonesian dub was midway through [[Pokémon Horizons: Season 3—Rising Hope|the third season]].
** The Taiwanese Mandarin and Hong Kong Cantonese dubs were between the [[Pokémon Horizons: Season 2—The Search for Laqua|second]] and third seasons.
** The Thai dub was midway through the second season.
* This marks the first time a location from a {{spin-off games|spin-off game}} has appeared in a main series episode.
** Not counting the bonus segments, this is the first episode of ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series'' to feature a [[Pokémon Professor]] introduced in the games.
* [[Ult]], {{p|Sableye}}, [[Liko]], Roy, {{TP|Liko|Meowscarada}}, Skeledirge, and [[Dot]] narrate the preview for the [[HZ142|next episode]].

===Errors===
* {{p|Clefable}}'s {{m|Moonlight}} healed {{p|Sirfetch'd}} when Moonlight only heals the user, not the target. Healing the target instead of the user is {{m|Heal Pulse}}'s effect, not Moonlight's effect.
* Captain Pikachu took damage from {{form|Toxtricity|Amped Form}} {{p|Toxtricity}}'s {{m|Overdrive}} despite having {{a|Lightning Rod}} as his [[Ability]], which should have made Captain Pikachu immune to the {{type|Electric}} move.

===Dub edits===
* In the Taiwanese Mandarin, Hong Kong Cantonese, Thai, and Indonesian releases:
** The Zirco bonus scene was included after the ending theme.
** The on-screen text of Unite Move name was changed into the respective local scripts.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn={{tt|預備開始！集結對戰！！|Ready, Go! Unite Battle!!}}
|id={{tt|Ready, Go! Pertarungan UNITE|Ready, Go! UNITE Battle}}
|th={{tt|พร้อม...ไปเลย! ยูไนต์แบตเทิล!!|Ready...Go! Unite Battle!!}}
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Pokémon as transport

2026-06-21T23:40:19Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pokémon Adventures */

Many {{pkmn|Trainers}} and other people living in the [[Pokémon world]] use {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} as a form of [[Transportation in the Pokémon world|transportation]]. The mechanisms and methods used to ride Pokémon differ across [[region]]s, often requiring a certain [[Badge|Gym Badge]] or other form of certification. Additionally, the mechanics of riding Pokémon often differ between {{pkmn|games}}.

==In the core series games==
===Hidden Machines===
{{main|Hidden Machine}}
[[Hidden Machine]]s are machines that can be used to teach Pokémon useful moves. HMs are often used to progress within the story, helping carry the [[player character]] over certain obstacles. {{m|Surf}}, {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Rock Climb}}, {{m|Waterfall}}, and {{m|Whirlpool}} are some HM moves used that directly require carrying the player.

<gallery heights="150" widths="150">
HM Fly artwork.png|{{ga|Leaf}} using {{m|Fly}}
HM Surf artwork.png|{{ga|Hilda}} using {{m|Surf}}
HM Whirlpool artwork.png|{{ga|Ethan}} using {{m|Whirlpool}}
HM Waterfall artwork.png|{{ga|Nate}} using {{m|Waterfall}}
HM Dive artwork.png|{{ga|Brendan}} using {{m|Dive}}
HM Rock Climb artwork.png|{{ga|Dawn}} using {{m|Rock Climb}}
</gallery>

===Kanto===
====Walking Pokémon====
[[File:PE Walking Pokémon.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Chase}} [[Walking Pokémon|riding]] a {{p|Charizard}} in {{LGPE}}]]
{{main|Walking Pokémon#Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}

In {{LGPE}}, certain Pokémon can be ridden by the player. Some, such as Arcanine, replace the bicycle item and allow the player to move faster. Some, such as Lapras, allow the player to ride on their back while using Sea Skim to travel across water. Others, such as Snorlax, can be ridden but offer no additional benefits. After defeating the Elite Four, riding Charizard, Aerodactyl, and Dragonite allows the player to fly up in the sky allowing for more wild Pokémon encounters as well as allowing them to bypass trainers and obstacles, though the gates between routes and areas cannot be flown over. In {{LGPE}}, [[Secret Technique|Secret techniques]] also replace HMs.

The following Pokémon can be ridden in {{LGPE}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:PE Walking Pokémon Charizard.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Persian.png| {{p|Persian}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Arcanine.png| {{p|Arcanine}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Machamp.png| {{p|Machamp}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rapidash.png| {{p|Rapidash}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dodrio.png| {{p|Dodrio}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Haunter.png| {{p|Haunter}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Onix.png| {{p|Onix}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhyhorn.png| {{p|Rhyhorn}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhydon.png| {{p|Rhydon}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Kangaskhan.png| {{p|Kangaskhan}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Starmie.png| {{p|Starmie}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Tauros.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Gyarados.png| {{p|Gyarados}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Lapras.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Aerodactyl.png| {{p|Aerodactyl}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Snorlax.png| {{p|Snorlax}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dragonite.png| {{p|Dragonite}}
</gallery>

===Hoenn===
====[[Soaring in the sky]]====
{{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} introduced soaring in the sky, where the player can use the [[Eon Flute]] to summon {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}}/ {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}} and [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] it to soar around over [[Hoenn]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Soaring artwork.png|{{ga|May}} and {{ga|Brendan}} [[Soaring in the sky|soaring]] on [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] {{p|Latias}} and Mega {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}====
The player rides on Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} as it makes its way to the [[Cave of Origin]].

===={{p|Rayquaza}}====
The player rides on [[Mega]] Rayquaza during the [[Delta Episode]] in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} to fly into space and stop a [[Grand Meteor Delta|meteorite]].

===Sinnoh/Hisui===
====Ride Pokémon of Hisui====
{{main|Ride Pokémon (Hisui)}}
In [[Hisui]], Ride Pokémon are a select group of Pokémon that are dedicated to assisting humans that they have deemed worthy. The Ride Pokémon are descendants of five of the ten companions of the [[ancient hero]] of legend, who have received their blessing from {{ga|Arceus}}. After proving themselves worthy, the player can summon them by playing a [[Celestica Flute]].

The following Ride Pokémon can be ridden in {{ga|Arceus}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:LA Ride Wyrdeer.png| {{p|Wyrdeer}}
File:LA Ride Ursaluna.png| {{p|Ursaluna}}
File:LA Ride Basculegion.png| {{p|Basculegion}}
File:LA Ride Sneasler.png| {{p|Sneasler}}
File:LA Ride Braviary.png| {{p|Braviary}}
</gallery>

===Unova===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have flying carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. At Unova's [[Blueberry Academy]], every carriage is pulled by a pair of {{p|Skarmory}} and piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Skarmory.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi at the Blueberry Academy
</gallery>

===Kalos===
===={{p|Rhyhorn}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, Rhyhorn racing was introduced as a competitive sport. Although the player cannot participate in an actual Rhyhorn race, the {{player}}'s [[mother]], {{kal|Grace}}, is a retired Rhyhorn racer. The player can ride her Rhyhorn, which lounges outside of [[Player's house|their house]], but it cannot be taken outside of the small front lawn. The player rides a Rhyhorn on {{rt|9|Kalos}}, as it is the only way to cross the jagged, rocky terrain to [[Glittering Cave]]. Large boulders block various parts of the route, but they can be easily smashed apart by Rhyhorn.

<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
XY Riding Rhyhorn.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Rhyhorn}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Mamoswine}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, the player rides a rental Mamoswine in order to traverse {{rt|17|Kalos}}, which is mostly covered in snow so thick that it is completely inaccessible by foot. With the Mamoswine, the {{player}} can plow through the snow with ease, and crush big boulders blocking certain parts of the route.

Rental Mamoswine also appeared in the ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' episode ''[[XY083|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]'', where two Mamoswine were hired by {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} to travel through the steep and snow-laden {{rt|17|Kalos}}.

===={{p|Skiddo}} and {{p|Gogoat}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, a {{DL|Lumiose City|Gogoat Shuttle}} service in [[Lumiose City]] allows the player to ride a Gogoat around the city. Signposts are located all around the boulevards where the shuttle service can be used. The fare is flat at {{Pdollar}}200. Similarly, on {{rt|12|Kalos}}, Skiddo can be ridden at [[Baa de Mer Ranch]]. These Skiddo can be used to explore parts of the route that cannot be accessed by foot alone.

Prior to the events of [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]], this service ceased operations. The main reason is the presence of [[wild Pokémon]] in the [[wild zone]]s, which makes Gogoat scared. Currently, a man named Lugo is working to restart the Gogoat Shuttle business.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
XY Riding Gogoat.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Gogoat}} in [[Lumiose City]]
</gallery>

===Alola===
====Poké Ride====
[[File:Sun Moon Poké Ride artwork.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Elio}} using the [[Poké Ride]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}}]]
{{main|Poké Ride}}
In Alola, the player can summon a Pokémon through the Ride Pager, allowing the player to ride on them. Each Pokémon allows the player to use a special ability.

The following Poké Ride Pokémon can be ridden in [[Alola]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:Poké Ride Tauros Charge.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:Poké Ride Stoutland Search.png| {{p|Stoutland}}
File:Poké Ride Lapras Paddle.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:Poké Ride Charizard Glide.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:Poké Ride Mudsdale Gallop.png| {{p|Mudsdale}}
File:Poké Ride Sharpedo Jet.png| {{p|Sharpedo}}
File:Poké Ride Machamp Shove.png| {{p|Machamp}}
</gallery>

====[[Mantine Surf]]====
{{p|Mantine}} Surf is introduced as a minigame and in-universe sport in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}. The player can use it to travel between Mantine Surf Spots on the beaches of [[Alola]]'s Islands.

<gallery heights="200" widths="200">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Mantine Surf.png|{{ga|Elio}} [[Mantine Surf|surfing]] a {{p|Mantine}} in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
</gallery>

====[[Ultra Warp Ride]]====
In {{g|Sun and Moon}}, [[Nebby]] creates an [[Ultra Wormhole]] and brings [[Lillie]] and the player into the [[Ultra Deep Sea]] to save Lillie's [[Lusamine|mother]].

In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, the player can summon either the [[Ultra Recon Squad]]'s {{p|Solgaleo}}{{Sup/7|UM}}/{{p|Lunala}}{{Sup/7|US}} or Nebby to travel through [[Ultra Space]] by creating Ultra Wormholes and passing through them to get to alternate [[dimension]]s to catch [[Ultra Beasts]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Ultra Wormhole artwork.png|{{ga|Selene}} and {{ga|Elio}} [[Ultra Warp Ride|riding]] {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}} in [[Ultra Space]]
</gallery>

===Galar===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a {{p|Corviknight}} in [[Galar]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Flying Taxi Twilight Wings.png|[[Galar]]'s [[Flying Taxi]] in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]
</gallery>

====[[Rotom Bike]]====
In [[Galar]], similar to how it does to a [[Pokédex]], {{p|Rotom}} can connect itself to a [[Bicycle]] through a [[Rotom Phone]], greatly enhancing it.

===Paldea===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Squawkabilly}} in [[Paldea]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Squawkabilly.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Paldea
</gallery>

===={{ga|Koraidon}} and {{ga|Miraidon}}====
In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, a {{p|Koraidon}}{{sup/9|S}}/{{p|Miraidon}}{{sup/9|V}} are ride Pokémon that the player befriends early on in the game and travels with them throughout the story. It allows the player to sprint on land, climb on walls, swim on water, and even fly in the air. The Pokémon replaces typical functions from previous games such as the bicycle and surfing.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Riding Legendaries artwork.png|{{ga|Florian}} and {{ga|Juliana}} riding Sprinting Build {{ga|Koraidon}} and Drive Mode {{ga|Miraidon}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Cyclizar}}====
In [[Paldea]], Cyclizar are mount Pokémon that were ridden by humans since ancient times and are seen being used as rides by many people in the region.

====[[Starmobile]]====
Starmobiles are vehicles used in battle by the squad bosses of [[Team Star]]. Each Starmobile is powered by Pokémon: a {{p|Revavroom}} sits in the hood and controls the vehicle, while two {{p|Varoom}} are located on the back, acting as rear wheels. All five Starmobiles were built by [[Ortega]]. Additionally, they're fueled by the evolved forms of [[Mela]]'s {{p|Charcadet}}. Starmobiles are most likely based on {{wp|dekotora}}, a Japanese style of modifying trucks with elaborate stainless steel parts, murals, and LED lights. {{-}}

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Starfall Street artwork.png|[[Mela]] riding the Schedar [[Starmobile]] in {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}
</gallery>

===Kitakami===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Noctowl}} in [[Kitakami]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Noctowl.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Kitakami
</gallery>

===Pokédex entries===
Certain [[Pokédex entry|Pokédex entries]] mention Pokémon being used as transport.

{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{Pokémon color}}; border:3px solid #{{Pokémon color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokédex entries
|-
| class="c" rowspan="17" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|R}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people across the water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can read the minds of people. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrevss|Stad}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Capable of understanding the language of humans, it enjoys ferrying people on its back. It is on the verge of extinction.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|C}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | This gentle Pokémon loves to give people rides and provides a very comfortable way to get around.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|FR}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|LG}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|DPPt}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|SS}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|BW}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|B2W2}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev6|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|US}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It likes swimming around with people on its back. In the Alola region, it's an important means of transportation over water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|PE}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can understand human speech. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|BDSP}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|V}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras-Gigantamax.png|50px]] [[Gigantamax]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sw}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Over 5,000 people can ride on its shell at once. And it's a very comfortable ride, without the slightest shaking or swaying.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0672Skiddo.png|50px]] {{p|Skiddo}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Until recently, people living in the mountains would ride on the back of these Pokémon to traverse the mountain paths.
|-
| class="c" rowspan="2" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0823Corviknight.png|50px]] {{p|Corviknight}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sh}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | With their great intellect and flying skills, these Pokémon very successfully act as the Galar region's airborne taxi service.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Corviknight can’t serve as a taxi service in Paldea because the Pokémon’s natural predators will attack it while it flies, endangering the customer.
|}

==In the spin-off games==
===Pokémon Ranger series===
In the {{g|Ranger series}}, {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s can command certain Pokémon with their [[Capture Styler]] to use them as transport.

===[[Fiore]]===
Pokémon Rangers in the Fiore region can use different Pokémon as transport.
*The {{p|Dragonite}} bus can be used to travel between the four [[Ranger Base]]s in the region.
*{{p|Lapras}} can be used to travel between [[Fall City]] and [[Summerland]]. It can also be ridden during the Marine Challenge.
*{{p|Dodrio}} is ridden on during the Grassland Challenge.
*The four Ranger Leaders are seen using their [[Partner Pokémon (Ranger)|Partner Pokémon]] to travel. [[Spenser (Ranger)|Spenser]] has {{p|Fearow}}, [[Joel]] has {{p|Dodrio}}, [[Cameron (Ranger)|Cameron]] has {{p|Pelipper}}, and [[Elita]] has {{p|Skarmory}}.

===[[Almia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*{{p|Doduo}} can be ridden with [[Agility (Field Move)|Agility]] to get to places faster.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Espeon}}, {{p|Kirlia}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Alakazam}}, {{p|Chingling}}, and {{p|Jynx}}.
*[[Airlift (Field Move)|Airlift]] can be used to float over a river of lava with {{p|Drifloon}}.
*[[Elevate (Field Move)|Elevate]] can be used to rise up to a higher level with {{p|Drifblim}}.
*[[Magma Flow (Field Move)|Magma Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of lava with {{p|Torkoal}}.
*[[Swim (Field Move)|Swim]] can be used to swim over abysses in the ocean depths with {{p|Mantine}}.
*[[River Flow (Field Move)|River Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of water with {{p|Floatzel}} or {{p|Empoleon}}.

===[[Oblivia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Wobbuffet}}, {{p|Smoochum}}, {{p|Chingling}}, {{p|Chimecho}}, and {{p|Slowking}}.

====Ranger Signs====
{{missing image|section|Add images of riding other Ranger Sign Pokémon}}
{{main|Ranger Sign}}
Several Legendary Pokémon can be summoned with Ranger Signs and can be ridden around the region.
The following Legendary Pokémon can be ridden in [[Oblivia]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:None.png| {{p|Raikou}}
File:None.png| {{p|Entei}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Suicune.jpg| {{p|Suicune}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Latias.jpg| {{p|Latias}}
File:None.png| {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===Browser entries===
Certain Browser entries mention Pokémon being used as transport.
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{ranger color}}; border:3px solid #{{ranger color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Description
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | If you can connect with Lapras, it may ferry you across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0149Dragonite.png|50px]] {{p|Dragonite}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Dragonite transports Rangers from town to town if they are deemed to be worthy.
|}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon the Series: XY''===
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', Rhyhorn have also been used as a mode of transport by Rhyhorn racers. Rhyhorn racing was first introduced in ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'', where Serena was attempting to ride her mother's Rhyhorn under the watchful eye of her mother Grace, an accomplished Rhyhorn racer. An actual Rhyhorn race was first shown in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'' where {{Ash}} competed in a Rhyhorn race. Serena also rode on a Rhyhorn in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' to catch up to the fleeing {{TRT}}. Serena was able to catch up to Team Rocket since Rhyhorn are faster than the {{p|Skiddo}} which Ash and {{ashfr}} had rode on to catch up to Team Rocket.

Gogoat have also been used as a mode of transport in ''[[Pokémon the Series]]''. In particular, {{an|Alexa}} has ridden atop her {{TP|Alexa|Gogoat}} on several occasions to find things to report on. Gogoat have the ability to sense the feelings of whoever grips their horns; therefore the rider's feelings influence how successful they are at riding. Similarly, in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} have ridden on Skiddo when they visited Baa de Mer Ranch. {{an|Serena}} and {{kal|Grace|her mother}} also had a Skiddo race to determine whether Serena would pursue Rhyhorn racing as a career. Like Gogoat, Skiddo's ability to read the feelings of its riders through their grip on its horns is important in controlling Skiddo when riding.

===''Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon''===
The [[Ultra Guardians]] each have Air [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]].

* {{Ash}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Garchomp}}.
* {{an|Lana}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Dragonair}}.
* {{an|Kiawe}}'s ride Pokémon is his {{TP|Kiawe|Charizard}}.
* {{an|Lillie}}'s ride Pokémon is an {{p|Altaria}}.
* {{an|Sophocles}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Metang}}.
* {{an|Mallow}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Flygon}}.
* {{an|Gladion}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Noivern}}.

===''Pokémon: Paldean Winds''===
[[File:Carmen Cyclizar.png|thumb|x150px||[[Carmen]] riding a {{p|Cyclizar}} in [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]]]
In [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]], [[Carmen]] can be seen riding a {{p|Cyclizar}}.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
=== Pokémon Adventures ===
[[File:Blasty Pokemon League.png|thumb|252x252px|Blasty taking off]]
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], {{adv|Green}} uses several of her Pokémon as transportation. During her battle in the [[Pokémon League]] against {{adv|Professor Oak|Dr. O}}, she uses the water pressure created with [[Blasty]]'s cannons to propel herself and him into the air to launch an aerial attack. She also uses [[Jiggly]] to carry her around, which Jiggly does by inflating herself. After Jiggly's [[Evolution]], Green uses {{p|Jigglypuff|Ririri}} to fly instead. She uses her {{p|Abra}} to transport {{adv|Silver}} to where he was born to prevent him from partaking in the battle against the [[Masked Man]]. During the battle, she rides on top of {{adv|Legendary birds|Moltres}} to counter {{adv|Tower duo|Lugia and Ho-Oh}}. During this same fight, Green lends her {{p|Articuno}} to {{adv|Red}} to ride on and her {{p|Zapdos}} for {{adv|Blue}} to ride on.

[[Kitty]] carries {{adv|Yellow}} during her battle against [[Lance]], allowing her to partake in an aerial battle against the controlled Lugia. He also helps her catch up to [[Sird]] and [[Orm]] after taking Silver captive. When he carries Yellow, he latches onto her back, making it appear as if she has butterfly wings.
{{-}}

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Many {{pkmn|Trainers}} and other people living in the [[Pokémon world]] use {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} as a form of [[Transportation in the Pokémon world|transportation]]. The mechanisms and methods used to ride Pokémon differ across [[region]]s, often requiring a certain [[Badge|Gym Badge]] or other form of certification. Additionally, the mechanics of riding Pokémon often differ between {{pkmn|games}}.

==In the core series games==
===Hidden Machines===
{{main|Hidden Machine}}
[[Hidden Machine]]s are machines that can be used to teach Pokémon useful moves. HMs are often used to progress within the story, helping carry the [[player character]] over certain obstacles. {{m|Surf}}, {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Rock Climb}}, {{m|Waterfall}}, and {{m|Whirlpool}} are some HM moves used that directly require carrying the player.

<gallery heights="150" widths="150">
HM Fly artwork.png|{{ga|Leaf}} using {{m|Fly}}
HM Surf artwork.png|{{ga|Hilda}} using {{m|Surf}}
HM Whirlpool artwork.png|{{ga|Ethan}} using {{m|Whirlpool}}
HM Waterfall artwork.png|{{ga|Nate}} using {{m|Waterfall}}
HM Dive artwork.png|{{ga|Brendan}} using {{m|Dive}}
HM Rock Climb artwork.png|{{ga|Dawn}} using {{m|Rock Climb}}
</gallery>

===Kanto===
====Walking Pokémon====
[[File:PE Walking Pokémon.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Chase}} [[Walking Pokémon|riding]] a {{p|Charizard}} in {{LGPE}}]]
{{main|Walking Pokémon#Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}

In {{LGPE}}, certain Pokémon can be ridden by the player. Some, such as Arcanine, replace the bicycle item and allow the player to move faster. Some, such as Lapras, allow the player to ride on their back while using Sea Skim to travel across water. Others, such as Snorlax, can be ridden but offer no additional benefits. After defeating the Elite Four, riding Charizard, Aerodactyl, and Dragonite allows the player to fly up in the sky allowing for more wild Pokémon encounters as well as allowing them to bypass trainers and obstacles, though the gates between routes and areas cannot be flown over. In {{LGPE}}, [[Secret Technique|Secret techniques]] also replace HMs.

The following Pokémon can be ridden in {{LGPE}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:PE Walking Pokémon Charizard.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Persian.png| {{p|Persian}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Arcanine.png| {{p|Arcanine}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Machamp.png| {{p|Machamp}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rapidash.png| {{p|Rapidash}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dodrio.png| {{p|Dodrio}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Haunter.png| {{p|Haunter}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Onix.png| {{p|Onix}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhyhorn.png| {{p|Rhyhorn}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhydon.png| {{p|Rhydon}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Kangaskhan.png| {{p|Kangaskhan}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Starmie.png| {{p|Starmie}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Tauros.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Gyarados.png| {{p|Gyarados}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Lapras.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Aerodactyl.png| {{p|Aerodactyl}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Snorlax.png| {{p|Snorlax}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dragonite.png| {{p|Dragonite}}
</gallery>

===Hoenn===
====[[Soaring in the sky]]====
{{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} introduced soaring in the sky, where the player can use the [[Eon Flute]] to summon {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}}/ {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}} and [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] it to soar around over [[Hoenn]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Soaring artwork.png|{{ga|May}} and {{ga|Brendan}} [[Soaring in the sky|soaring]] on [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] {{p|Latias}} and Mega {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}====
The player rides on Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} as it makes its way to the [[Cave of Origin]].

===={{p|Rayquaza}}====
The player rides on [[Mega]] Rayquaza during the [[Delta Episode]] in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} to fly into space and stop a [[Grand Meteor Delta|meteorite]].

===Sinnoh/Hisui===
====Ride Pokémon of Hisui====
{{main|Ride Pokémon (Hisui)}}
In [[Hisui]], Ride Pokémon are a select group of Pokémon that are dedicated to assisting humans that they have deemed worthy. The Ride Pokémon are descendants of five of the ten companions of the [[ancient hero]] of legend, who have received their blessing from {{ga|Arceus}}. After proving themselves worthy, the player can summon them by playing a [[Celestica Flute]].

The following Ride Pokémon can be ridden in {{ga|Arceus}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:LA Ride Wyrdeer.png| {{p|Wyrdeer}}
File:LA Ride Ursaluna.png| {{p|Ursaluna}}
File:LA Ride Basculegion.png| {{p|Basculegion}}
File:LA Ride Sneasler.png| {{p|Sneasler}}
File:LA Ride Braviary.png| {{p|Braviary}}
</gallery>

===Unova===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have flying carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. At Unova's [[Blueberry Academy]], every carriage is pulled by a pair of {{p|Skarmory}} and piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Skarmory.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi at the Blueberry Academy
</gallery>

===Kalos===
===={{p|Rhyhorn}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, Rhyhorn racing was introduced as a competitive sport. Although the player cannot participate in an actual Rhyhorn race, the {{player}}'s [[mother]], {{kal|Grace}}, is a retired Rhyhorn racer. The player can ride her Rhyhorn, which lounges outside of [[Player's house|their house]], but it cannot be taken outside of the small front lawn. The player rides a Rhyhorn on {{rt|9|Kalos}}, as it is the only way to cross the jagged, rocky terrain to [[Glittering Cave]]. Large boulders block various parts of the route, but they can be easily smashed apart by Rhyhorn.

<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
XY Riding Rhyhorn.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Rhyhorn}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Mamoswine}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, the player rides a rental Mamoswine in order to traverse {{rt|17|Kalos}}, which is mostly covered in snow so thick that it is completely inaccessible by foot. With the Mamoswine, the {{player}} can plow through the snow with ease, and crush big boulders blocking certain parts of the route.

Rental Mamoswine also appeared in the ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' episode ''[[XY083|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]'', where two Mamoswine were hired by {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} to travel through the steep and snow-laden {{rt|17|Kalos}}.

===={{p|Skiddo}} and {{p|Gogoat}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, a {{DL|Lumiose City|Gogoat Shuttle}} service in [[Lumiose City]] allows the player to ride a Gogoat around the city. Signposts are located all around the boulevards where the shuttle service can be used. The fare is flat at {{Pdollar}}200. Similarly, on {{rt|12|Kalos}}, Skiddo can be ridden at [[Baa de Mer Ranch]]. These Skiddo can be used to explore parts of the route that cannot be accessed by foot alone.

Prior to the events of [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]], this service ceased operations. The main reason is the presence of [[wild Pokémon]] in the [[wild zone]]s, which makes Gogoat scared. Currently, a man named Lugo is working to restart the Gogoat Shuttle business.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
XY Riding Gogoat.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Gogoat}} in [[Lumiose City]]
</gallery>

===Alola===
====Poké Ride====
[[File:Sun Moon Poké Ride artwork.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Elio}} using the [[Poké Ride]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}}]]
{{main|Poké Ride}}
In Alola, the player can summon a Pokémon through the Ride Pager, allowing the player to ride on them. Each Pokémon allows the player to use a special ability.

The following Poké Ride Pokémon can be ridden in [[Alola]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:Poké Ride Tauros Charge.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:Poké Ride Stoutland Search.png| {{p|Stoutland}}
File:Poké Ride Lapras Paddle.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:Poké Ride Charizard Glide.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:Poké Ride Mudsdale Gallop.png| {{p|Mudsdale}}
File:Poké Ride Sharpedo Jet.png| {{p|Sharpedo}}
File:Poké Ride Machamp Shove.png| {{p|Machamp}}
</gallery>

====[[Mantine Surf]]====
{{p|Mantine}} Surf is introduced as a minigame and in-universe sport in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}. The player can use it to travel between Mantine Surf Spots on the beaches of [[Alola]]'s Islands.

<gallery heights="200" widths="200">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Mantine Surf.png|{{ga|Elio}} [[Mantine Surf|surfing]] a {{p|Mantine}} in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
</gallery>

====[[Ultra Warp Ride]]====
In {{g|Sun and Moon}}, [[Nebby]] creates an [[Ultra Wormhole]] and brings [[Lillie]] and the player into the [[Ultra Deep Sea]] to save Lillie's [[Lusamine|mother]].

In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, the player can summon either the [[Ultra Recon Squad]]'s {{p|Solgaleo}}{{Sup/7|UM}}/{{p|Lunala}}{{Sup/7|US}} or Nebby to travel through [[Ultra Space]] by creating Ultra Wormholes and passing through them to get to alternate [[dimension]]s to catch [[Ultra Beasts]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Ultra Wormhole artwork.png|{{ga|Selene}} and {{ga|Elio}} [[Ultra Warp Ride|riding]] {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}} in [[Ultra Space]]
</gallery>

===Galar===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a {{p|Corviknight}} in [[Galar]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Flying Taxi Twilight Wings.png|[[Galar]]'s [[Flying Taxi]] in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]
</gallery>

====[[Rotom Bike]]====
In [[Galar]], similar to how it does to a [[Pokédex]], {{p|Rotom}} can connect itself to a [[Bicycle]] through a [[Rotom Phone]], greatly enhancing it.

===Paldea===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Squawkabilly}} in [[Paldea]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Squawkabilly.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Paldea
</gallery>

===={{ga|Koraidon}} and {{ga|Miraidon}}====
In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, a {{p|Koraidon}}{{sup/9|S}}/{{p|Miraidon}}{{sup/9|V}} are ride Pokémon that the player befriends early on in the game and travels with them throughout the story. It allows the player to sprint on land, climb on walls, swim on water, and even fly in the air. The Pokémon replaces typical functions from previous games such as the bicycle and surfing.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Riding Legendaries artwork.png|{{ga|Florian}} and {{ga|Juliana}} riding Sprinting Build {{ga|Koraidon}} and Drive Mode {{ga|Miraidon}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Cyclizar}}====
In [[Paldea]], Cyclizar are mount Pokémon that were ridden by humans since ancient times and are seen being used as rides by many people in the region.

====[[Starmobile]]====
Starmobiles are vehicles used in battle by the squad bosses of [[Team Star]]. Each Starmobile is powered by Pokémon: a {{p|Revavroom}} sits in the hood and controls the vehicle, while two {{p|Varoom}} are located on the back, acting as rear wheels. All five Starmobiles were built by [[Ortega]]. Additionally, they're fueled by the evolved forms of [[Mela]]'s {{p|Charcadet}}. Starmobiles are most likely based on {{wp|dekotora}}, a Japanese style of modifying trucks with elaborate stainless steel parts, murals, and LED lights. {{-}}

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Starfall Street artwork.png|[[Mela]] riding the Schedar [[Starmobile]] in {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}
</gallery>

===Kitakami===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Noctowl}} in [[Kitakami]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Noctowl.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Kitakami
</gallery>

===Pokédex entries===
Certain [[Pokédex entry|Pokédex entries]] mention Pokémon being used as transport.

{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{Pokémon color}}; border:3px solid #{{Pokémon color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokédex entries
|-
| class="c" rowspan="17" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|R}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people across the water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can read the minds of people. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrevss|Stad}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Capable of understanding the language of humans, it enjoys ferrying people on its back. It is on the verge of extinction.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|C}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | This gentle Pokémon loves to give people rides and provides a very comfortable way to get around.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|FR}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|LG}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|DPPt}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|SS}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|BW}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|B2W2}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev6|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|US}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It likes swimming around with people on its back. In the Alola region, it's an important means of transportation over water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|PE}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can understand human speech. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|BDSP}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|V}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras-Gigantamax.png|50px]] [[Gigantamax]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sw}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Over 5,000 people can ride on its shell at once. And it's a very comfortable ride, without the slightest shaking or swaying.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0672Skiddo.png|50px]] {{p|Skiddo}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Until recently, people living in the mountains would ride on the back of these Pokémon to traverse the mountain paths.
|-
| class="c" rowspan="2" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0823Corviknight.png|50px]] {{p|Corviknight}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sh}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | With their great intellect and flying skills, these Pokémon very successfully act as the Galar region's airborne taxi service.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Corviknight can’t serve as a taxi service in Paldea because the Pokémon’s natural predators will attack it while it flies, endangering the customer.
|}

==In the spin-off games==
===Pokémon Ranger series===
In the {{g|Ranger series}}, {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s can command certain Pokémon with their [[Capture Styler]] to use them as transport.

===[[Fiore]]===
Pokémon Rangers in the Fiore region can use different Pokémon as transport.
*The {{p|Dragonite}} bus can be used to travel between the four [[Ranger Base]]s in the region.
*{{p|Lapras}} can be used to travel between [[Fall City]] and [[Summerland]]. It can also be ridden during the Marine Challenge.
*{{p|Dodrio}} is ridden on during the Grassland Challenge.
*The four Ranger Leaders are seen using their [[Partner Pokémon (Ranger)|Partner Pokémon]] to travel. [[Spenser (Ranger)|Spenser]] has {{p|Fearow}}, [[Joel]] has {{p|Dodrio}}, [[Cameron (Ranger)|Cameron]] has {{p|Pelipper}}, and [[Elita]] has {{p|Skarmory}}.

===[[Almia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*{{p|Doduo}} can be ridden with [[Agility (Field Move)|Agility]] to get to places faster.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Espeon}}, {{p|Kirlia}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Alakazam}}, {{p|Chingling}}, and {{p|Jynx}}.
*[[Airlift (Field Move)|Airlift]] can be used to float over a river of lava with {{p|Drifloon}}.
*[[Elevate (Field Move)|Elevate]] can be used to rise up to a higher level with {{p|Drifblim}}.
*[[Magma Flow (Field Move)|Magma Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of lava with {{p|Torkoal}}.
*[[Swim (Field Move)|Swim]] can be used to swim over abysses in the ocean depths with {{p|Mantine}}.
*[[River Flow (Field Move)|River Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of water with {{p|Floatzel}} or {{p|Empoleon}}.

===[[Oblivia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Wobbuffet}}, {{p|Smoochum}}, {{p|Chingling}}, {{p|Chimecho}}, and {{p|Slowking}}.

====Ranger Signs====
{{missing image|section|Add images of riding other Ranger Sign Pokémon}}
{{main|Ranger Sign}}
Several Legendary Pokémon can be summoned with Ranger Signs and can be ridden around the region.
The following Legendary Pokémon can be ridden in [[Oblivia]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:None.png| {{p|Raikou}}
File:None.png| {{p|Entei}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Suicune.jpg| {{p|Suicune}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Latias.jpg| {{p|Latias}}
File:None.png| {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===Browser entries===
Certain Browser entries mention Pokémon being used as transport.
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{ranger color}}; border:3px solid #{{ranger color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Description
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | If you can connect with Lapras, it may ferry you across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0149Dragonite.png|50px]] {{p|Dragonite}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Dragonite transports Rangers from town to town if they are deemed to be worthy.
|}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon the Series: XY''===
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', Rhyhorn have also been used as a mode of transport by Rhyhorn racers. Rhyhorn racing was first introduced in ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'', where Serena was attempting to ride her mother's Rhyhorn under the watchful eye of her mother Grace, an accomplished Rhyhorn racer. An actual Rhyhorn race was first shown in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'' where {{Ash}} competed in a Rhyhorn race. Serena also rode on a Rhyhorn in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' to catch up to the fleeing {{TRT}}. Serena was able to catch up to Team Rocket since Rhyhorn are faster than the {{p|Skiddo}} which Ash and {{ashfr}} had rode on to catch up to Team Rocket.

Gogoat have also been used as a mode of transport in ''[[Pokémon the Series]]''. In particular, {{an|Alexa}} has ridden atop her {{TP|Alexa|Gogoat}} on several occasions to find things to report on. Gogoat have the ability to sense the feelings of whoever grips their horns; therefore the rider's feelings influence how successful they are at riding. Similarly, in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} have ridden on Skiddo when they visited Baa de Mer Ranch. {{an|Serena}} and {{kal|Grace|her mother}} also had a Skiddo race to determine whether Serena would pursue Rhyhorn racing as a career. Like Gogoat, Skiddo's ability to read the feelings of its riders through their grip on its horns is important in controlling Skiddo when riding.

===''Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon''===
The [[Ultra Guardians]] each have Air [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]].

* {{Ash}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Garchomp}}.
* {{an|Lana}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Dragonair}}.
* {{an|Kiawe}}'s ride Pokémon is his {{TP|Kiawe|Charizard}}.
* {{an|Lillie}}'s ride Pokémon is an {{p|Altaria}}.
* {{an|Sophocles}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Metang}}.
* {{an|Mallow}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Flygon}}.
* {{an|Gladion}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Noivern}}.

===''Pokémon: Paldean Winds''===
[[File:Carmen Cyclizar.png|thumb|x150px||[[Carmen]] riding a {{p|Cyclizar}} in [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]]]
In [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]], [[Carmen]] can be seen riding a {{p|Cyclizar}}.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
=== Pokémon Adventures ===
[[File:Blasty Pokemon League.png|thumb|252x252px|Blasty taking ]]
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], {{adv|Green}} uses several of her Pokémon as transportation. During her battle in the [[Pokémon League]] against {{adv|Professor Oak|Dr. O}}, she uses the water pressure created with [[Blasty]]'s cannons to propel herself and him into the air to launch an aerial attack. She also uses [[Jiggly]] to carry her around, which Jiggly does by inflating herself. After Jiggly's [[Evolution]], Green uses {{p|Jigglypuff|Ririri}} to fly instead. She uses her {{p|Abra}} to transport {{adv|Silver}} to where he was born to prevent him from partaking in the battle against the [[Masked Man]]. During the battle, she rides on top of {{adv|Legendary birds|Moltres}} to counter {{adv|Tower duo|Lugia and Ho-Oh}}. During this same fight, Green lends her {{p|Articuno}} to {{adv|Red}} to ride on and her {{p|Zapdos}} for {{adv|Blue}} to ride on.

[[Kitty]] carries {{adv|Yellow}} during her battle against [[Lance]], allowing her to partake in an aerial battle against the controlled Lugia. He also helps her catch up to [[Sird]] and [[Orm]] after taking Silver captive. When he carries Yellow, he latches onto her back, making it appear as if she has butterfly wings.
{{-}}

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Gengarzilla: /* Walking Pokémon */

Many {{pkmn|Trainers}} and other people living in the [[Pokémon world]] use {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} as a form of [[Transportation in the Pokémon world|transportation]]. The mechanisms and methods used to ride Pokémon differ across [[region]]s, often requiring a certain [[Badge|Gym Badge]] or other form of certification. Additionally, the mechanics of riding Pokémon often differ between {{pkmn|games}}.

==In the core series games==
===Hidden Machines===
{{main|Hidden Machine}}
[[Hidden Machine]]s are machines that can be used to teach Pokémon useful moves. HMs are often used to progress within the story, helping carry the [[player character]] over certain obstacles. {{m|Surf}}, {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Rock Climb}}, {{m|Waterfall}}, and {{m|Whirlpool}} are some HM moves used that directly require carrying the player.

<gallery heights="150" widths="150">
HM Fly artwork.png|{{ga|Leaf}} using {{m|Fly}}
HM Surf artwork.png|{{ga|Hilda}} using {{m|Surf}}
HM Whirlpool artwork.png|{{ga|Ethan}} using {{m|Whirlpool}}
HM Waterfall artwork.png|{{ga|Nate}} using {{m|Waterfall}}
HM Dive artwork.png|{{ga|Brendan}} using {{m|Dive}}
HM Rock Climb artwork.png|{{ga|Dawn}} using {{m|Rock Climb}}
</gallery>

===Kanto===
====Walking Pokémon====
[[File:PE Walking Pokémon.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Chase}} [[Walking Pokémon|riding]] a {{p|Charizard}} in {{LGPE}}]]
{{main|Walking Pokémon#Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}

In {{LGPE}}, certain Pokémon can be ridden by the player. Some, such as Arcanine, replace the bicycle item and allow the player to move faster. Some, such as Lapras, allow the player to ride on their back while using Sea Skim to travel across water. Others, such as Snorlax, can be ridden but offer no additional benefits. After defeating the Elite Four, riding Charizard, Aerodactyl, and Dragonite allows the player to fly up in the sky allowing for more wild Pokémon encounters as well as allowing them to bypass trainers and obstacles, though the gates between routes and areas cannot be flown over. In {{LGPE}}, [[Secret Technique|Secret techniques]] also replace HMs.

The following Pokémon can be ridden in {{LGPE}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:PE Walking Pokémon Charizard.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Persian.png| {{p|Persian}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Arcanine.png| {{p|Arcanine}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Machamp.png| {{p|Machamp}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rapidash.png| {{p|Rapidash}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dodrio.png| {{p|Dodrio}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Haunter.png| {{p|Haunter}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Onix.png| {{p|Onix}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhyhorn.png| {{p|Rhyhorn}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Rhydon.png| {{p|Rhydon}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Kangaskhan.png| {{p|Kangaskhan}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Starmie.png| {{p|Starmie}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Tauros.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Gyarados.png| {{p|Gyarados}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Lapras.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Aerodactyl.png| {{p|Aerodactyl}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Snorlax.png| {{p|Snorlax}}
File:PE Walking Pokémon Dragonite.png| {{p|Dragonite}}
</gallery>

===Hoenn===
====[[Soaring in the sky]]====
{{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} introduced soaring in the sky, where the player can use the [[Eon Flute]] to summon {{p|Latios}}{{sup/6|OR}}/ {{p|Latias}}{{sup/6|AS}} and [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] it to soar around over [[Hoenn]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Soaring artwork.png|{{ga|May}} and {{ga|Brendan}} [[Soaring in the sky|soaring]] on [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] {{p|Latias}} and Mega {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}====
The player rides on Groudon{{sup/6|OR}}/Kyogre{{sup/6|AS}} as it makes its way to the [[Cave of Origin]].

===={{p|Rayquaza}}====
The player rides on [[Mega]] Rayquaza during the [[Delta Episode]] in {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}} to fly into space and stop a [[Grand Meteor Delta|meteorite]].

===Sinnoh/Hisui===
====Ride Pokémon of Hisui====
{{main|Ride Pokémon (Hisui)}}
In [[Hisui]], Ride Pokémon are a select group of Pokémon that are dedicated to assisting humans that they have deemed worthy. The Ride Pokémon are descendants of five of the ten companions of the [[ancient hero]] of legend, who have received their blessing from {{ga|Arceus}}. After proving themselves worthy, the player can summon them by playing a [[Celestica Flute]].

The following Ride Pokémon can be ridden in {{ga|Arceus}}:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:LA Ride Wyrdeer.png| {{p|Wyrdeer}}
File:LA Ride Ursaluna.png| {{p|Ursaluna}}
File:LA Ride Basculegion.png| {{p|Basculegion}}
File:LA Ride Sneasler.png| {{p|Sneasler}}
File:LA Ride Braviary.png| {{p|Braviary}}
</gallery>

===Unova===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have flying carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. At Unova's [[Blueberry Academy]], every carriage is pulled by a pair of {{p|Skarmory}} and piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Skarmory.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi at the Blueberry Academy
</gallery>

===Kalos===
===={{p|Rhyhorn}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, Rhyhorn racing was introduced as a competitive sport. Although the player cannot participate in an actual Rhyhorn race, the {{player}}'s [[mother]], {{kal|Grace}}, is a retired Rhyhorn racer. The player can ride her Rhyhorn, which lounges outside of [[Player's house|their house]], but it cannot be taken outside of the small front lawn. The player rides a Rhyhorn on {{rt|9|Kalos}}, as it is the only way to cross the jagged, rocky terrain to [[Glittering Cave]]. Large boulders block various parts of the route, but they can be easily smashed apart by Rhyhorn.

<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
XY Riding Rhyhorn.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Rhyhorn}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Mamoswine}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, the player rides a rental Mamoswine in order to traverse {{rt|17|Kalos}}, which is mostly covered in snow so thick that it is completely inaccessible by foot. With the Mamoswine, the {{player}} can plow through the snow with ease, and crush big boulders blocking certain parts of the route.

Rental Mamoswine also appeared in the ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' episode ''[[XY083|Over the Mountain of Snow!]]'', where two Mamoswine were hired by {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} to travel through the steep and snow-laden {{rt|17|Kalos}}.

===={{p|Skiddo}} and {{p|Gogoat}}====
In {{g|X and Y}}, a {{DL|Lumiose City|Gogoat Shuttle}} service in [[Lumiose City]] allows the player to ride a Gogoat around the city. Signposts are located all around the boulevards where the shuttle service can be used. The fare is flat at {{Pdollar}}200. Similarly, on {{rt|12|Kalos}}, Skiddo can be ridden at [[Baa de Mer Ranch]]. These Skiddo can be used to explore parts of the route that cannot be accessed by foot alone.

Prior to the events of [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]], this service ceased operations. The main reason is the presence of [[wild Pokémon]] in the [[wild zone]]s, which makes Gogoat scared. Currently, a man named Lugo is working to restart the Gogoat Shuttle business.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
XY Riding Gogoat.png|{{ga|Calem}} riding on {{p|Gogoat}} in [[Lumiose City]]
</gallery>

===Alola===
====Poké Ride====
[[File:Sun Moon Poké Ride artwork.png|thumb|x250px|{{ga|Elio}} using the [[Poké Ride]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}}]]
{{main|Poké Ride}}
In Alola, the player can summon a Pokémon through the Ride Pager, allowing the player to ride on them. Each Pokémon allows the player to use a special ability.

The following Poké Ride Pokémon can be ridden in [[Alola]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:Poké Ride Tauros Charge.png| {{p|Tauros}}
File:Poké Ride Stoutland Search.png| {{p|Stoutland}}
File:Poké Ride Lapras Paddle.png| {{p|Lapras}}
File:Poké Ride Charizard Glide.png| {{p|Charizard}}
File:Poké Ride Mudsdale Gallop.png| {{p|Mudsdale}}
File:Poké Ride Sharpedo Jet.png| {{p|Sharpedo}}
File:Poké Ride Machamp Shove.png| {{p|Machamp}}
</gallery>

====[[Mantine Surf]]====
{{p|Mantine}} Surf is introduced as a minigame and in-universe sport in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}. The player can use it to travel between Mantine Surf Spots on the beaches of [[Alola]]'s Islands.

<gallery heights="200" widths="200">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Mantine Surf.png|{{ga|Elio}} [[Mantine Surf|surfing]] a {{p|Mantine}} in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
</gallery>

====[[Ultra Warp Ride]]====
In {{g|Sun and Moon}}, [[Nebby]] creates an [[Ultra Wormhole]] and brings [[Lillie]] and the player into the [[Ultra Deep Sea]] to save Lillie's [[Lusamine|mother]].

In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, the player can summon either the [[Ultra Recon Squad]]'s {{p|Solgaleo}}{{Sup/7|UM}}/{{p|Lunala}}{{Sup/7|US}} or Nebby to travel through [[Ultra Space]] by creating Ultra Wormholes and passing through them to get to alternate [[dimension]]s to catch [[Ultra Beasts]].

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Ultra Sun Ultra Moon Ultra Wormhole artwork.png|{{ga|Selene}} and {{ga|Elio}} [[Ultra Warp Ride|riding]] {{p|Solgaleo}} and {{p|Lunala}} in [[Ultra Space]]
</gallery>

===Galar===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a {{p|Corviknight}} in [[Galar]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Flying Taxi Twilight Wings.png|[[Galar]]'s [[Flying Taxi]] in [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]]
</gallery>

====[[Rotom Bike]]====
In [[Galar]], similar to how it does to a [[Pokédex]], {{p|Rotom}} can connect itself to a [[Bicycle]] through a [[Rotom Phone]], greatly enhancing it.

===Paldea===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Squawkabilly}} in [[Paldea]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Squawkabilly.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Paldea
</gallery>

===={{ga|Koraidon}} and {{ga|Miraidon}}====
In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, a {{p|Koraidon}}{{sup/9|S}}/{{p|Miraidon}}{{sup/9|V}} are ride Pokémon that the player befriends early on in the game and travels with them throughout the story. It allows the player to sprint on land, climb on walls, swim on water, and even fly in the air. The Pokémon replaces typical functions from previous games such as the bicycle and surfing.

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Riding Legendaries artwork.png|{{ga|Florian}} and {{ga|Juliana}} riding Sprinting Build {{ga|Koraidon}} and Drive Mode {{ga|Miraidon}}
</gallery>

===={{p|Cyclizar}}====
In [[Paldea]], Cyclizar are mount Pokémon that were ridden by humans since ancient times and are seen being used as rides by many people in the region.

====[[Starmobile]]====
Starmobiles are vehicles used in battle by the squad bosses of [[Team Star]]. Each Starmobile is powered by Pokémon: a {{p|Revavroom}} sits in the hood and controls the vehicle, while two {{p|Varoom}} are located on the back, acting as rear wheels. All five Starmobiles were built by [[Ortega]]. Additionally, they're fueled by the evolved forms of [[Mela]]'s {{p|Charcadet}}. Starmobiles are most likely based on {{wp|dekotora}}, a Japanese style of modifying trucks with elaborate stainless steel parts, murals, and LED lights. {{-}}

<gallery heights="200" widths="250">
Starfall Street artwork.png|[[Mela]] riding the Schedar [[Starmobile]] in {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}
</gallery>

===Kitakami===
====Flying Taxi====
{{main|Flying Taxi}}
Since [[Generation VIII]], several [[region]]s have carriages pulled by Pokémon that are used as a mode of air transportation, similar to [[HM]] {{m|Fly}} in previous [[generation]]s. These carriages are pulled by a flock of {{p|Noctowl}} in [[Kitakami]]. They are each piloted by a {{tc|Cabbie}}.

<gallery>
Flying Taxi Noctowl.png|Loading icon while using a Flying Taxi in Kitakami
</gallery>

===Pokédex entries===
Certain [[Pokédex entry|Pokédex entries]] mention Pokémon being used as transport.

{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{Pokémon color}}; border:3px solid #{{Pokémon color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{Pokémon color light}}" | Pokédex entries
|-
| class="c" rowspan="17" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|R}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people across the water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev1|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can read the minds of people. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrevss|Stad}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Capable of understanding the language of humans, it enjoys ferrying people on its back. It is on the verge of extinction.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev2|C}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | This gentle Pokémon loves to give people rides and provides a very comfortable way to get around.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|FR}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev3|LG}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A Pokémon that has been overhunted almost to extinction. It can ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|DPPt}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev4|SS}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|BW}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev5|B2W2}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev6|Y}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Its high intelligence enables it to understand human speech. It likes to ferry people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|US}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It likes swimming around with people on its back. In the Alola region, it's an important means of transportation over water.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev7|PE}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | A gentle soul that can understand human speech. It can ferry people across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|BDSP}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It loves crossing the sea with people and Pokémon on its back. It understands human speech.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | It ferries people across the sea on its back. It may sing an enchanting cry if it is in a good mood.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|V}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Able to understand human speech and very intelligent, it loves to swim in the sea with people on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras-Gigantamax.png|50px]] [[Gigantamax]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sw}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Over 5,000 people can ride on its shell at once. And it's a very comfortable ride, without the slightest shaking or swaying.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0672Skiddo.png|50px]] {{p|Skiddo}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Until recently, people living in the mountains would ride on the back of these Pokémon to traverse the mountain paths.
|-
| class="c" rowspan="2" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0823Corviknight.png|50px]] {{p|Corviknight}}
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev8|Sh}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | With their great intellect and flying skills, these Pokémon very successfully act as the Galar region's airborne taxi service.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | {{gameabbrev9|S}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Corviknight can’t serve as a taxi service in Paldea because the Pokémon’s natural predators will attack it while it flies, endangering the customer.
|}

==In the spin-off games==
===Pokémon Ranger series===
In the {{g|Ranger series}}, {{OBP|Pokémon Ranger|Ranger series}}s can command certain Pokémon with their [[Capture Styler]] to use them as transport.

===[[Fiore]]===
Pokémon Rangers in the Fiore region can use different Pokémon as transport.
*The {{p|Dragonite}} bus can be used to travel between the four [[Ranger Base]]s in the region.
*{{p|Lapras}} can be used to travel between [[Fall City]] and [[Summerland]]. It can also be ridden during the Marine Challenge.
*{{p|Dodrio}} is ridden on during the Grassland Challenge.
*The four Ranger Leaders are seen using their [[Partner Pokémon (Ranger)|Partner Pokémon]] to travel. [[Spenser (Ranger)|Spenser]] has {{p|Fearow}}, [[Joel]] has {{p|Dodrio}}, [[Cameron (Ranger)|Cameron]] has {{p|Pelipper}}, and [[Elita]] has {{p|Skarmory}}.

===[[Almia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*{{p|Doduo}} can be ridden with [[Agility (Field Move)|Agility]] to get to places faster.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Espeon}}, {{p|Kirlia}}, {{p|Mr. Mime}}, {{p|Alakazam}}, {{p|Chingling}}, and {{p|Jynx}}.
*[[Airlift (Field Move)|Airlift]] can be used to float over a river of lava with {{p|Drifloon}}.
*[[Elevate (Field Move)|Elevate]] can be used to rise up to a higher level with {{p|Drifblim}}.
*[[Magma Flow (Field Move)|Magma Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of lava with {{p|Torkoal}}.
*[[Swim (Field Move)|Swim]] can be used to swim over abysses in the ocean depths with {{p|Mantine}}.
*[[River Flow (Field Move)|River Flow]] can be used to ride through a river of water with {{p|Floatzel}} or {{p|Empoleon}}.

===[[Oblivia]]===
====Field Moves====
Several [[Field Move (Ranger)|Field Moves]] involve using Pokémon as transport.
*{{p|Staraptor}} can [[Fly (Field Move)|Fly]] a Ranger to different parts of the region.
*[[Teleport (Field Move)|Teleport]] can be used to return to the start of an area. Pokémon that can use Teleport include {{p|Wobbuffet}}, {{p|Smoochum}}, {{p|Chingling}}, {{p|Chimecho}}, and {{p|Slowking}}.

====Ranger Signs====
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Several Legendary Pokémon can be summoned with Ranger Signs and can be ridden around the region.
The following Legendary Pokémon can be ridden in [[Oblivia]]:
<gallery heights="150" widths="200">
File:None.png| {{p|Raikou}}
File:None.png| {{p|Entei}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Suicune.jpg| {{p|Suicune}}
File:Guardian Signs Riding Latias.jpg| {{p|Latias}}
File:None.png| {{p|Latios}}
</gallery>

===Browser entries===
Certain Browser entries mention Pokémon being used as transport.
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; background:#{{ranger color}}; border:3px solid #{{ranger color dark}}"
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Pokémon
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Game
! style="background:#{{ranger color light}}" | Description
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0131Lapras.png|50px]] {{p|Lapras}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | If you can connect with Lapras, it may ferry you across the sea on its back.
|-
| class="c" style="padding:5px" | [[File:0149Dragonite.png|50px]] {{p|Dragonite}}
| class"c" style="padding:5px" | {{vg|Pokémon Ranger}}
| style="padding:0px 5px" | Dragonite transports Rangers from town to town if they are deemed to be worthy.
|}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon the Series: XY''===
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', Rhyhorn have also been used as a mode of transport by Rhyhorn racers. Rhyhorn racing was first introduced in ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]'', where Serena was attempting to ride her mother's Rhyhorn under the watchful eye of her mother Grace, an accomplished Rhyhorn racer. An actual Rhyhorn race was first shown in ''[[XY007|Giving Chase at the Rhyhorn Race!]]'' where {{Ash}} competed in a Rhyhorn race. Serena also rode on a Rhyhorn in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' to catch up to the fleeing {{TRT}}. Serena was able to catch up to Team Rocket since Rhyhorn are faster than the {{p|Skiddo}} which Ash and {{ashfr}} had rode on to catch up to Team Rocket.

Gogoat have also been used as a mode of transport in ''[[Pokémon the Series]]''. In particular, {{an|Alexa}} has ridden atop her {{TP|Alexa|Gogoat}} on several occasions to find things to report on. Gogoat have the ability to sense the feelings of whoever grips their horns; therefore the rider's feelings influence how successful they are at riding. Similarly, in ''[[XY053|A Race for Home!]]'' {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} have ridden on Skiddo when they visited Baa de Mer Ranch. {{an|Serena}} and {{kal|Grace|her mother}} also had a Skiddo race to determine whether Serena would pursue Rhyhorn racing as a career. Like Gogoat, Skiddo's ability to read the feelings of its riders through their grip on its horns is important in controlling Skiddo when riding.

===''Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon''===
The [[Ultra Guardians]] each have Air [[Poké Ride|Ride Pokémon]].

* {{Ash}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Garchomp}}.
* {{an|Lana}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Dragonair}}.
* {{an|Kiawe}}'s ride Pokémon is his {{TP|Kiawe|Charizard}}.
* {{an|Lillie}}'s ride Pokémon is an {{p|Altaria}}.
* {{an|Sophocles}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Metang}}.
* {{an|Mallow}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Flygon}}.
* {{an|Gladion}}'s ride Pokémon is a {{p|Noivern}}.

===''Pokémon: Paldean Winds''===
[[File:Carmen Cyclizar.png|thumb|x150px||[[Carmen]] riding a {{p|Cyclizar}} in [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]]]
In [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]], [[Carmen]] can be seen riding a {{p|Cyclizar}}.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
=== Pokémon Adventures ===
[[File:Blasty Pokemon League.png|thumb|252x252px|Blasty using Hydro Canon]]
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], {{adv|Green}} uses several of her Pokémon as transportation. During her battle in the [[Pokémon League]] against {{adv|Professor Oak|Dr. O}}, she uses the water pressure created with [[Blasty]]'s {{m|Hydro Cannon}} to propel herself and him into the air to launch an aerial attack. She also uses [[Jiggly]] to carry her around, which Jiggly does by inflating herself. After Jiggly's [[Evolution]], Green uses {{p|Jigglypuff|Ririri}} to fly instead. She uses her {{p|Abra}} to transport {{adv|Silver}} to where he was born to prevent him from partaking in the battle against the [[Masked Man]]. During the battle, she rides on top of {{adv|Legendary birds|Moltres}} to counter {{adv|Tower duo|Lugia and Ho-Oh}}. During this same fight, Green lends her {{p|Articuno}} to {{adv|Red}} to ride on and her {{p|Zapdos}} for {{adv|Blue}} to ride on.

[[Kitty]] carries {{adv|Yellow}} during her battle against [[Lance]], allowing her to partake in an aerial battle against the controlled Lugia. He also helps her catch up to [[Sird]] and [[Orm]] after taking Silver captive. When he carries Yellow, he latches onto her back, making it appear as if she has butterfly wings.
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Darkrai (Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky)

2026-06-21T23:23:26Z

Gengarzilla: /* Personality */

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gender={{tt|Male|Although referred to as such in the games, Darkrai is always gender unknown for gameplay purposes.}} |
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'''Darkrai''' (Japanese: '''ダークライ''' ''Darkrai'') is the overarching antagonist of {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness}} and {{g|Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky}}. Though he mainly appears in the post-ending plot, he is revealed in the end to have set in motion the events of the entire game's story.

Like all Darkrai, this one is treated as gender unknown for gameplay purposes: however, it is addressed with masculine pronouns in dialogue.

==In the games==
===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky===
{{p|Darkrai}} first appears disguised as {{p|Cresselia}} in the {{pkmn2|hero}}'s dreams, telling them that they are causing a distortion in the fabric of space that could plunge the world into darkness and {{a|Bad Dreams|never ending}} {{m|nightmare}}s. He tells them this is because they came from the future and thus shouldn't exist in this place and time. When {{p|Azurill}} falls into a never ending nightmare, [[Wigglytuff's Guild]] has the hero and {{md|Partner Pokémon|partner}} go to find a reformed {{mdc|Drowzee|2}} to send them into the young Pokémon's nightmare to find out what's wrong. There, they encounter "Cresselia", who tells them the same as the hero was told in the dreams, as well as blaming them for Azurill's nightmare. The partner is discovered to be having similar dreams, only being told it was because they'd been to the future and came back that's causing the distortion. Cresselia attempts to attack and destroy the duo, but is interrupted by Drowzee; he flees, but not before expressing his intentions of finishing the job.

Now very confused and upset, the hero and their partner decide to go see {{mdc|Palkia|2}} for an explanation. However, before they can do so, Palkia arrives in their base and takes them to his domain, the [[Spacial Rift]]. He then attempts to destroy them, claiming they're distorting the fabric of space. The two manage to defeat it in battle, however, it then becomes trapped in a nightmare. Cresselia then takes them into Palkia's {{m|nightmare}} where he tries to destroy them using Palkia, who he told the team was purposely distorting space. Palkia soon begins questioning Cresselia's claims however, and before the hero and partner are finished off, a second Cresselia arrives and exposes the first "Cresselia" to be Darkrai, who she'd been pursuing for a long time. Darkrai then tells them that he was the one distorting space. Darkrai escapes but offers them the chance to stop him at [[Dark Crater]].

At [[Treasure Town]], Cresselia reveals Darkrai to be the one behind the near-destruction of [[Temporal Tower]] and thus causing the dark future the hero came from. He was seeking to make a dark world that he could rule as his own. Although Cresselia confesses that the hero and their partner existence does cause some amount of distortion as Darkrai claimed, it is not large enough to be a threat on its own; Darkrai had blamed the expanding distortions he caused on them in an attempt to destroy the team because they stopped his last plan and stood in his way. She is concerned that Darkrai's challenge may be a trap, as he normally flees when confronted, but the group decides to travel to Dark Crater with Cresselia to stop him.

At the bottom of Dark Crater, they confront Darkrai, who further reveals it was also him that caused the hero's memory loss and transformation into a Pokémon, by attacking him and Grovyle in the time stream. Despite this, the team prepares to battle Darkrai but he offers them the chance to join him and rule the world. It appears the partner takes it, having given up all hope of defeating Darkrai. However, when the hero realizes how uncharacteristic the partner's actions are, they attack Darkrai, revealing it was a nightmare {{a|Bad Dreams|induced}} by Darkrai. Darkrai summons a group of Pokémon to assist him in eliminating the group but it proves to be useless.

Following their victory over Darkrai and his followers, Cresselia moves in on the defeated Darkrai to finish him off but Darkrai tries to escape through a dimensional hole. Though he is unsure of where, or even when, it will take him, Darkrai is confident that he'll simply be able to complete his plan in another place and time without the group's interference. Right before Darkrai can enter the Dimensional Hole, Palkia arrives to end Darkrai's meddling once and for all. Tired of Darkrai's threats to the fabric of space, Palkia attacks Darkrai moments after he entered the dimensional hole, shattering it in the process.

Darkrai survives this encounter, but, like the hero before him, loses his memories and end up somewhere else in the world. As his thoughts and ambitions for world domination were also erased by this, Darkrai is deemed to no longer be a threat and the group leaves him to a fate of wandering aimlessly by himself. He can be encountered and even [[Recruitment|recruited]] in several different places after this, similar to other Pokémon players can find in a dungeon. Specifically, he appears in the [[Mystifying Forest]] (13F), [[Crevice Cave|Lower Crevice Cave]] (B2F), [[Miracle Sea]] (B3F), {{OBP|Mt. Travail|Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky}} (17F), or [[Spacial Rift]] (B14F), as long as the player has a [[Mystery Part]] or [[Secret Slab]] in their bag.

=== Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon ===
A Darkrai appears at [[Distress Mountain]]. It is possible this is the same Darkrai from Explorers of Time, Darkness, and Sky.

===Personality===
Darkrai is a dangerous and cunning foe, preferring mind games and deception using his nightmare powers to outright battle. He also showed a great deal of planning, even preparing an escape route in the event the group defeated him in the final battle. He appears to be somewhat cowardly, as Cresselia says he normally flees if he's confronted and when finally confronted for the final showdown, he summons his minions to assist him instead of fighting them alone, then attempting to escape through time itself after his defeat. He is evil and has dreams of world domination, not caring if he has to destroy all of space and time if he must, so long as it creates a dark world to rule in the end.

Following the loss of his memory, Darkrai is ultimately given a second chance at life. He is shown to be highly loyal,<ref group="lower-alpha">Darkrai: ''"Wherever you go, I shall follow. Let me emphasize it: wherever!"''</ref> but still claims to have darkness sleeping inside of him.<ref group="lower-alpha">Darkrai: ''"The darkness sleeps inside me... I can still feel it at times..."''</ref>

===Moves used===
As a boss, Darkrai is guaranteed to know {{m|Double Team}}. The other three known moves will vary between the following: {{m|Disable}}, {{m|Night Shade}}{{sup/md|TD}}, {{m|Ominous Wind}}{{sup/md|S}}, {{m|Quick Attack}}, {{m|Hypnosis}}, {{m|Pursuit}}{{sup/md|TD}}, {{m|Faint Attack}}{{sup/md|S}} and {{m|Nightmare}}.

{|
! colspan=2 | [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Explorers of Time, Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Sky]]
|-
|{{Pokémon
| caption = '''[[Dark Crater]] Boss Battle'''
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0491
| pokemon = Darkrai
| gender = none
| level = 53
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Bad Dreams
| move1 = Double Team | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Status
}}
|{{Pokémon
| caption = '''Recruitable'''
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0491
| pokemon = Darkrai
| gender = none
| level = 53
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Bad Dreams
| move1 = Ominous Wind | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Quick Attack | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Nightmare | move3type = Ghost | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Double Team | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
|}

==Trivia==
* A {{p|Darkrai}} appears as a boss in {{g|Super Mystery Dungeon}} on [[Distress Mountain]], but its relationship to this Darkrai is unknown. In addition, [[a:File:491Darkrai PSMD.png|new art]] depicting Darkrai was made for the game.

==References==
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Hamber

2026-06-21T20:10:55Z

Gengarzilla: /* Character */

{{Character Infobox
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|jname={{tt|ハンベル|Hanberu}}
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|caption=Hamber
|age=Unconfirmed<ref>As of ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Hamber is a year older than at the start of {{aniseries|HZ}}</ref>
|gender=Male
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|eyes=Purple
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|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]''
|enva=Paul Mercier
|jpva=Hironori Kondo
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'''Hamber''' (Japanese: '''ハンベル''' ''Hambel''<ref>Explorers Original Acrylic Stand</ref>) is the former second-in-command of the [[Explorers]], as well as [[Gibeon]]'s personal butler. He is a recurring major antagonist in {{aniseries|HZ}} up to the ''[[Rayquaza Rising]]'' arc.

After the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Hamber was demoted and started acting as a double agent against [[Spinel]], the new leader of the Explorers, which led him to become an ally of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:Young Hamber.png|250px|thumb|left|Younger Hamber alongside [[Diana]]]]
Years prior to the series, Hamber was an adventurer and became friends with another one, [[Diana]], even travelling together sometimes. However, they became estranged to each other as time went on. Sometime after moving away from Diana, Hamber became lost and aimless in his path as an adventurer, but he met [[Gibeon]], who guided Hamber and persuaded him to join the [[Explorers]]. In gratitude for Gibeon's guidance, Hamber became one of Gibeon's most loyal subordinates.

Hamber was also in charge of taking care of Gibeon's young grandson, [[Amethio]], after the death of [[Maria (Horizons)|the boy's mother]]. Hamber and Amethio became very close, with Amethio considering Hamber a father figure. As a high-ranking member of the Explorers, Hamber became responsible for finding and training new talent for the organization. He first trained and coached Amethio, then found [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]] and coached each of them in sequence. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', it was revealed that Hamber personally assigned [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]] in their early days as Explorers to act alongside Amethio.

At some point in the past, he told his boss about a mysterious [[Pagogo|pendant]] that his friend Diana possessed. Hamber returned to her, wanting to introduce Diana to Gibeon, who he said had the answers she was looking for. However, Diana saw through his words, as Hamber bringing along a group of subordinates immediately signaled to her that Hamber was working for an organization who was after the pendant, and she subsequently escaped. Later, Hamber found out that Diana no longer possessed the pendant as she gave it to her granddaughter, [[Liko]]. Upon learning this, he forged a letter written under Diana's name and sent Amethio, alongside his two subordinates Zirc and Onia, to visit Liko at [[Indigo Academy]] with the intention of having her hand over the pendant.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
Hamber debuted in ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', communicating with [[Amethio]] regarding [[Liko]]'s pendant.

In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', Hamber received Amethio's report on his unit's unsanctioned activity pursuing the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] in [[Galar]]. Upon learning of the mysterious Pokémon that had emerged from the pendant, Hamber recruited [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] to accompany him to the [[region]], as he wished to see it directly for himself. In the [[HZ025|following episode]], Hamber told Coral and Sidian to stay behind until he needed them. Hamber then reunited with Diana as he tried to prevent her escape, but failed. After the Rising Volt Tacklers escaped, Hamber reported to Gibeon.
[[File:Hamber Vs Amethio HZ034.png|left|250px|thumb|Hamber training with [[Amethio]]]]
In ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]'', Hamber was asked by Amethio to train him in order to become stronger, following a defeat at the hands of the [[Black Rayquaza]]. In the [[HZ034|following episode]], they had a {{pkmn|battle}}, with Hamber's {{p|Dusknoir}} facing off against [[Amethio's Ceruledge]]. Once Ceruledge started to overpower Dusknoir, Hamber pulled out a [[Tera Orb]] and {{Tera}}stallized Dusknoir into a {{t|Ghost}} [[type]], winning the battle as a result. After the battle, Hamber gave Amethio a Tera Orb.

As revealed in ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', after Amethio was put on probation by Gibeon for [[HZ065|having helped Liko]], which, in actuality, had been plotted out by [[Spinel]], Hamber began suspecting and investigating what had exactly happened, which put him under the radar of Spinel and [[Chalce]].

In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', Hamber rescued Amethio, Zirc, and Onia, and returned their Pokémon to them after they were caught by Spinel's security guards. At [[Amethio's mansion]], Hamber informed the group of how he met and worked for Gibeon, how he mentored and trained Amethio, Coral, Sidian, and Chlace, with Spinel as the exception, as well as talking about Gibeon's past with Lucius and [[Rystal]], from his boss' point of view. He expressed similar views to Amethio in suspecting Spinel of intending to betray Gibeon to steal the [[Laquium]] crystals for himself. He then bid the group farewell as they headed to Laqua.
[[File:Hamber Zygarde Cube HZ092.png|250px|thumb|Hamber entrusting the Zygarde Cube to Zirc and Onia]]
In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', one year after the events in Laqua, Hamber revealed that he received a report from Spinel, who had become the president of Exceed, that Amethio had betrayed Gibeon and that both of them had died in Laqua. Hamber did not believe Spinel's report, however, and secretly entrusted Amethio's subordinates, Zirc and Onia, with a mission to find Amethio and the White Zygarde, entrusting them with a [[Zygarde Cube]] and the lone Zygarde Cell to do so. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', Hamber was finally informed that Amethio was safe and well, after Zirc and Onia, aided by Liko, managed to track him down. Happy with the news, Hamber began to cry, unaware that he was being monitored by Chalce.

In ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', it was revealed that Hamber and Diana reconciled on their own terms over the last year. After traveling to the land of [[Kitakami]] and catching an unknown [[wild Pokémon]] together, which would be revealed to be a {{p|Pecharunt}} in ''[[HZ123|Mochi Mayhem!]]'', Hamber revealed to Diana what he knew about Spinel's plans, such as the whereabouts of the [[Six Heroes]]. Together, they agreed that the key to defeating Spinel's plans laid with Amethio and Liko, who carried Gibeon and Lucius's dreams within them. Later, in a conversation with Chalce, Spinel revealed that he knew all of Hamber's movements and that one of his goals was to put an end to all possible threats to his plans. In the [[HZ108|following episode]], it was revealed that Hamber contacted Diana again, but was unable to go much further because Hamber realized he was being spied on.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Hamber met [[Dot]] of the Rising Volt Tacklers and requested her help in rescuing Cervantis, who had been imprisoned by the Explorers. When the duo was confronted by Chalce, Hamber intended to battle her but backed down when Chalce reminded him of the consequences of taking up arms against her: expulsion from the Explorers, which would leave him unable to continue acting as a double agent for Amethio. Hamber briefly questioned Chalce's motives, bringing up her title as a teacher, leaving her emotionally shaken and leading her to reveal that she is merely cooperating with Spinel as a necessary end for her own goal. After Dot defeated Chalce in battle herself, she and Hamber were able to rescue Cervantis. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], Hamber, Dot and Cervantis reached the [[Explorers base]] near [[Manpūku Town]] too late to save Amethio, Liko, [[Roy]], and [[Ult]] from being decisively defeated by five of the Six Heroes under [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s control. Once the battle concluded, Amethio and Cervantis repaired their relationship, much to Hamber's approval. Hamber then decided to accompany Amethio and Cervantis in their search for more Zygarde Cells, and bid farewell to Liko's group for the time being.

In [[HZ130]], Hamber traveled to the Explorers HQ at [[Mount Pericarp]]. He attempted to convince Chalce, Coral, and Sidian to turn against Spinel, showing his concern about the [[Strong Sphere]]s destroying bonds between Trainers and Pokémon, but to no avail, resulting in a battle of Hamber against the three of his former students. Despite the use of {{m|Trick Room}} and dominating most of the battle, Hamber's Dusknoir and {{form|Rotom|Mow}} {{p|Rotom}} were defeated by Chalce's {{p|Medicham}}. Hamber then revealed his newly caught {{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}}, which he met and battled in Kitakami. Ursaluna managed to defeat Coral's {{p|Glalie}} and Sidian's {{p|Garganacl}}, leaving Medicham on its own. After Chalce's surprising use of [[Mega Evolution]], however, Ursaluna was defeated by Mega Medicham. Hamber noted how Chalce's use of Mega Evolution showed she still trusts in the bonds between her and her Pokémon, still trying to convince her to turn against Spinel once more, but she still ignored his pleas. Hamber managed to escape from being captured afterwards, thanks to Ursaluna, commenting how it was now up to Amethio and his allies to deal with the looming threat at hand.

In [[HZ132]], Diana revealed that Hamber was responsible for rebuilding [[Ancient castle|her castle]], which had been destroyed by the Explorers [[HZ025|over a year ago]].
[[File:Hamber and Diana.png|left|250px|thumb|Hamber and Diana on a new adventure]]
In [[HZ133]], Hamber arrived in Laqua to save Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] from [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]. The appearance of his Bloodmoon Ursaluna intimidated Indi and Rubina's {{p|Cofagrigus}} and {{p|Runerigus}} into stopping using {{m|Destiny Bond}}, giving Penny's {{p|Flareon}} a chance to finish them off and finally force them to retreat. Dot, Nemona, and Penny greeted Hamber, but he barely had time to introduce Ursaluna to the trio before a squadron of Explorers agents appeared to confront them. Hamber told the trio to move on deeper into Laqua while he took care of his new adversaries.

In [[HZ136]], Hamber arrived to the center of Laqua where he finds out through Coral that Spinel merged with the Laquium Core. Hamber then teamed up with Diana to give Roy and Amethio time for their Mega-Evolved Legendary Pokémon to get charged up so they can destroy the Laquium Core's defenses with Coral, Chalce, and Sidian helping out as well. Hamber then witnesses the Laquium Core being destroyed for good. After the threat with Laquium was over, Hamber decided to leave the Explorers and go on a new adventure with Diana.
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==Character==
[[File:Hamber Eye.png|250px|left|thumb|Hamber's open eye]]
Hamber is a loyal and respectful servant of the [[Explorers]]' leader [[Gibeon]], who he credits with giving him direction in life as a younger man. He is close enough to Gibeon to have acted as the personal butler for Gibeon's family, and became a father figure to Gibeon's grandson [[Amethio]] following the death of [[Maria (Horizons)|the boy's mother]] and estrangement from his father [[Cervantis]]. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', it was shown that Hamber genuinely cares for Amethio like a parent beyond their roles in the Explorers, to the point of being quite emotional about Amethio's well-being when he discovered that he was safe and well. This role of trusted servant is reflected in his work as the Explorers' second in command under Gibeon, often acting as a surrogate leader in Gibeon's stead.
[[File:Young Amethio and Hamber.png|150px|thumb|Younger [[Amethio]] alongside Hamber]]
Hamber is also a skilled {{pkmn|Trainer}}, possesses a [[Tera Orb]], and was responsible for training not only Amethio but [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]], who he found and recruited into the Explorers on Gibeon's behalf. He is stern on his subordinates when they behave improperly in Gibeon's presence, but still generally shows concern for their well-being during dangerous operations. Some of the other Explorers members have observed his more apparent closeness to Amethio, which goes as far as training extensively with him and giving him a Tera Orb of his own. While he is particularly close with Amethio, he has also been observant of his other three subordinates, recognizing and respecting their talents and skills. He has at one point complimented Coral and Sidian on their respective strengths, namely Coral's boldness and adaptability and Sidian's composure and judgment, and additionally remarked on how Chalce has changed since she began working with [[Spinel]].

Despite his loyalty to Gibeon, Hamber still retains a sense of curiosity from his past as an adventurer and is willing to indulge it at times. This was seen in ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', in which he traveled to [[Galar]] himself to investigate {{an|Terapagos}}'s appearance instead of reporting Amethio's unsanctioned actions to Gibeon. Hamber may also decide to act against Gibeon's direct orders if he judges that doing so is in Gibeon's best interest; when Amethio, who had been suspended from all missions by Gibeon, was caught spying on Spinel's research at [[Exceed]], Hamber rescued him. Instead of punishing him or reporting him to Gibeon, Hamber instead brought him, along with [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]], to [[Amethio's mansion|Amethio's childhood home]] and told them about Gibeon's past, motivating them to go to [[Laqua]] and try to intervene in Gibeon's mission before Spinel could take advantage of it.

Hamber does not share the same sense of loyalty to his new leader, Spinel, as he did with Gibeon. This is noted in the fact that Spinel was the only admin during Gibeon's tenure that he had never personally trained, creating a lack of familiarity and less trust between them, along with Spinel's attempts to constantly frame Amethio for various incriminating events, which Hamber had never believed due to the time he spent with Amethio. Hamber secretly acts behind Spinel's back as a result, taking actions such as recruiting Zirc and Onia as fellow double agents against Spinel within the Explorers, or reconciling with [[Diana]] and sharing updated Explorers intel with her as his form of recompense for her granddaughter [[Liko]] helping them find Amethio. For his own part, Spinel expected disloyalty from the individual who acted as Gibeon's second-in-command and Amethio's sympathetic ear and is secretly having Hamber's actions monitored. Through renewing his friendship with Diana, Hamber appeared to have renewed his old interest in adventuring, and ultimately decided to leave the Explorers and resume travelling with her like they did when they were younger.

Calm and collected he may be at all times though, he isn't completely immune to being surprised, having reacted with comedic shock upon hearing from Diana that Pecharunt sees him like the old man who raised it back then. The event also shows him to a little bit sensitive at the mention of his old age.
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==Pokémon==
This listing is of Hamber's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{aniseries|HZ}}:
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Dusknoir
|tera=Ghost
|stage1=Dusclops
|type1=Ghost
|img=Hamber Dusknoir.png
|img2=Hamber Dusknoir Terastal.png
|epnum=HZ024
|epname=Reunion at the Ancient Castle!
|vajp=Tatsuki Kobe
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Dusknoir}} is Hamber's first known Pokémon as well as his main partner. In Hamber's youth it was still a {{p|Dusclops}}, before it eventually evolved. In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'' and ''[[HZ025|Rivals in the Dark of Night!]]'', Dusknoir traveled with Hamber to the [[ancient castle]] in [[Galar]], where they confronted [[Diana]] to try to stop her escape.

In ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]'', Hamber used Dusknoir in a {{pkmn|training}} {{pkmn|battle}} with [[Amethio]], during which it was revealed that Dusknoir could {{Tera}}stallize into a {{t|Ghost}} [[type]]. With this great power, Dusknoir was able to defeat Amethio's {{tp|Amethio|Ceruledge}}.

As revealed in a flashback in ''[[HZ123|Mochi Mayhem!]]'', Dusknoir teamed up with Diana's {{p|Arcanine}} to battle a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Pecharunt}} near [[Mossui Town]], ultimately ending with Diana catching the [[Mythical Pokémon]] for herself.

In [[HZ130]], Dusknoir was used alongside {{p|Rotom}} to battle [[Chalce]], [[Coral]], and [[Sidian]]'s Pokémon. Although dominating the battle at first, it was defeated by Chalce's {{p|Medicham}}.

In [[HZ133]], Dusknoir, along with {{p|Ursaluna}}, battled against [[Indi]]'s {{p|Cofagrigus}} and [[Rubina]]'s {{p|Runerigus}} in order to save [[Dot]], [[Penny]], and {{an|Nemona}}.

Dusknoir's known moves are {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{m|Shadow Punch}}, {{m|Phantom Force}}, {{m|Trick Room}}, and {{m|Haze}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Rotom
|type1=Electric
|type2=Grass
|img=Hamber Mow Rotom.png
|epnum=HZ123
|epname=Mochi Mayhem!
|vajp=Daiki Yamashita
|vaen=
|desc={{form|Rotom|Mow}} {{p|Rotom}} is Hamber's second known Pokémon. It was first seen accompanying its Trainer during Diana's flashback.

In [[HZ130]], Rotom was used alongside {{p|Dusknoir}} against Chalce, Coral, and Sidian's Pokémon. Despite putting up a good fight, it was eventually defeated by Chalce's Medicham.

In [[HZ136]], it was used alongside Diana's {{form|Rotom|Wash}} Rotom to attack and weaken the Laquium Core's defenses.

Rotom's known moves are {{m|Double Team}}, {{m|Thunder Wave}}, and {{m|Leaf Storm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Ursaluna
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|type2=Normal
|img=Hamber Ursaluna.png
|epnum=HZ130
|epname=
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}} is Hamber's third known Pokémon. He was revealed to have been caught in [[Kitakami]] after battling Hamber's Dusknoir and accepting his invitation to join his team.

Ursaluna battled against Chalce, Coral, and Sidian's Pokémon and overwhelmed them all, defeating both {{p|Glalie}} and {{p|Garganacl}} though it was mostly Glalie’s Self-Destruct. Despite this, he was then defeated by Chalce's {{me|Medicham}}. After the battle, Ursaluna managed to recover in time and helped his Trainer to escape the [[Explorers HQ]].

In [[HZ133]], Ursaluna, along with Dusknoir, battled against Indi's Cofagrigus and Rubina's Runerigus in order to save Dot, Penny, and Nemona.

Ursaluna's known moves are {{m|Moonblast}}, {{m|Blood Moon}}, and {{m|Slash}}.}}

===Traveling with===
{|width="75%"
|{{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Hamber Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|}

===Taken care of===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Zygarde Cell {{shinystar}}
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|main=White Zygarde
|img=White Zygarde Cell.png
|cap=Hamber's Zygarde Cell
|epnum=HZ083
|epname=The Truth Revealed!
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc=In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', Hamber revealed that he was in possession of one of [[Gibeon]]'s [[White Zygarde|Zygarde]]'s [[Zygarde Cell|Cell]]s, which he believed had taken a liking towards him. In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', it entered a [[Zygarde Cube]] and was given to [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]].}}

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{ghost color light}}|bordercolor={{ghost color dark}}
|ja=近藤浩徳 ''Hironori Kondo''
|en=Paul Mercier
|zh_yue=楊耀泰 ''Owen Yang''
|nl=Simon Zwiers
|ar=شربل أيوب ''Charbel Ayoub''
|fi=Petri Hanttu
|de=Hans-Georg Panczak
|he=דן שצברג ''Dan Shatzberg''
|it=Gianni Quillico
|no=Johannes Joner
|pl=Szymon Mysłakowski
|pt_br=Luciano Lira
|es_la=Santos Alberto
|es_eu=Luis Fernando Ríos
|th=อธิคม เตื่อยตุ่น
}}

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{normal color}}; background:#{{normal color light}}; width:150px" |[[File:HZ New Years Eve 2023.jpg|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{normal color}}; background:#{{normal color light}}; width:150px" |[[File:Hamber expression sheet.png|x250px]]
|-
|Artwork from "Happy New Year 2024"
|Expression sheet for ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|}

===Eyecatch===
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| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}}; width:auto" |[[File:HZ eyecatch Hamber Dusknoir.png|x150px]]
|-
|}

==Trivia==
* When {{Tera}}stallizing his {{p|Dusknoir}}, Hamber uses the phrase '''experience the abyss''' (Japanese: '''深淵を歩め''' ''wander the abyss'').
* Hamber's hairstyle resembles Dusknoir's hand design.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{ghost color}}; border:3px solid #{{ghost color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ハンベル ''Hambel''
| From ''{{wp|hambergite}}''
|-
| English, French, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Hamber
| From his Japanese name
|-
| German
| Hagen
| Similar to his Japanese name and possibly ''{{wp|hagendorfite}}''
|-
| European Spanish
| Ambros
| Similar to his Japanese name and possibly ''ámbar'' ({{wp|amber}})
|-
| Latin American Spanish
| Hámber
| Similar to his English name
|-
| Korean
| 함베르 ''Hamber''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 漢貝爾 ''Hànbèi'ěr''
| rowspan="3" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Hong Kong)
| 漢貝爾 ''Honbuiyíh''
|-
| Chinese (mainland China)
| 汉贝尔 ''Hànbèi'ěr''
|-
| Thai
| ฮันเบล ''Hanben''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==
{{Explorers}}
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|ghost|arcade}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Male characters]]
[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Trainers who use Terastallization]]

[[de:Hagen]]
[[es:Hámber/Ambros]]
[[fr:Hamber]]
[[it:Hamber]]
[[ja:ハンベル]]
[[zh:漢貝爾]]

Niko

2026-06-21T20:05:23Z

Gengarzilla: /* History */

{{Character Infobox
|color={{Grass color}}
|corecolor={{Grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{Grass color dark}}
|name=Niko
|jname=ルカ
|tmname=Luka
|text=fff
|image=Niko.png
|size=250px
|caption=Niko
|gender=Female
|eyes=Blue
|hair=Blue
|hometown=Unknown
|region=Unknown
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{grass color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=''[[HZ053|Hatenna and the Otherworldly]]''
|enva=[[Kira Buckland]]
|jpva=Hikaru Takahashi
}}
|}
'''Niko''' (Japanese: '''ルカ''' ''Luka'') is a minor recurring character in {{aniseries|HZ}}. She is [[Liko]]'s [[doppelgänger]].

==History==
[[File:Niko Naranja Academy uniform.png|250px|left|thumb|Niko in her [[Naranja Academy]] uniform]]
Niko is a {{pkmn|Trainer}} who came from her home region to study at [[Naranja Academy]] in the [[Tera Training]] course. In ''[[HZ053|Hatenna and the Otherworldly]]'', while traveling with her friends [[Rob]] and [[Dash]], the group became lost in the same forest as [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]]. After wandering aimlessly for a while, Niko used a vine from a nearby tree to replace a broken strap on her handbag. This sparked the fury of an {{p|Annihilape}}, as the vine was how it reached its food supply. The group was chased by Annihilape for days until they met Liko and her friends. Despite Roy's insistence that they battle the [[wild Pokémon]] together, Niko and her friends fled out of the forest.

In ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'', Niko and her friends were welcomed by [[Clavell]] and [[Jacq]] along with the other students who had submitted their school reports and thus completed the first part of the training course.

In ''[[HZ057|The Terapagos I Don't Know]]'', Niko, Rob, and Dash participated in Clavell's speech that started the second part of Tera Training.

In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', during the conclusion of the course, she, Rob, and Dash heard Clavell's speech regarding the [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]] that will be held for the course's students. After seeing that Dash had been saddened by failing her exam, Niko tried to cheer her up. Later, Niko was seen battling [[Ann]] in the first round of the tournament.

Niko reappeared in [[HZ126]], alongside Rob and Dash at Naranja Academy. She battled against Rob, using Roserade to battle his {{p|Darmanitan}} and later watched Dash battling Liko over whether the [[Strong Sphere]]s would remain banned. Following Dash's loss, Niko supported Dash.

In [[HZ136]], Niko, Dash, and Rob were seen helping take away discarded Strong Spheres after [[Spinel]] was defeated and his crimes were exposed to the public.

==Character==
Although not much of her personality was shown, in ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'' it was shown that Niko has a supportive side, trying to cheer up [[Dash]] after her friend failed the [[Tera Training]].

==Pokémon==
This listing is of Niko's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in {{aniseries|HZ}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Niko
|pkmn=Roserade
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Niko Roserade.png
|epnum=HZ053
|epname=Hatenna and the Otherworldly
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Roserade}} is Niko's only known Pokémon and is usually seen [[Walking Pokémon|outside of its Poké Ball]]. In ''[[HZ053|Hatenna and the Otherworldly]]'', Roserade was seen injured alongside her Trainer when she encountered [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] in the forest. After the two groups were introduced to each other, {{TP|Liko|Hatenna}} healed the injuries of Roserade and her fellow Pokémon.

In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', Roserade was used in a battle against [[Ann]]'s {{p|Dewott}} in the [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]]. The winner of the battle was not seen.

Roserade's only known move is {{m|Leaf Storm}}.}}

Niko has at least one other Pokémon, as she participated in the second phase of [[Tera Training]], which requires two Pokémon.

==Achievements==
[[File:Ann vs Niko HZ066.png|250px|thumb|Niko battling Ann in the [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]]]]
===Tera Training===
Niko participated in the [[Tera Training]], her evaluation and overall score are:
====Gym Leader challenge====
* Unknown [[Gym Leader]] - Battle Exam - Basic; Approved<ref>She appeared among the students who passed the basic exam at Tera Training</ref> (prior to ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'')
* Unknown [[Gym Leader]] - Battle Exam - Implementation; Approved (prior to ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'')

===Extracurricular activities===
As a student at [[Naranja Academy]], Niko participated in the following events:
* [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]]: Vs. [[Ann]] - N/A (''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'')
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==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{Grass color light}}|bordercolor={{Grass color dark}}
|ja=髙橋ひかる ''Hikaru Takahashi''
|en=[[Kira Buckland]]
|nl=Fé van Kessel
|he=גליה קורקט ''Galia Correct''
|it=Giada Bonanomi
|es_la=Erika Ugalde
|es_eu=Inés Alba
}}

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{grass color}}; border:3px solid #{{grass color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{grass color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Language
! style="background:#{{grass color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Name
! style="background:#{{grass color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ルカ ''Luka''
| Similar to リコ ''[[Liko]]''
|-
| English, German, Latin American Spanish, Danish, Finnish, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Niko
| Similar to ''Liko''
|-
| French
| Luka
| Transcription of her Japanese name and similar to ''Liko''
|-
| Korean
| 로코 ''Rocco''
| Similar to 리코 ''Leeco''
|-
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Lika
| Similar to ''Liko''
|}
{{-}}

==References==
<references/>

==Related articles==
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|grass}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Female characters]]
[[Category:Doppelgängers]]

[[es:Niko]]
[[fr:Niko, Rob et Dash]]
[[it:Niko]]
[[zh:璐卡]]

Rob

2026-06-21T20:04:48Z

Gengarzilla: /* History */

{{missingInfo|1|enva}}
{{Character Infobox
|color={{Fire color}}
|corecolor={{Fire color light}}
|bordercolor={{Fire color dark}}
|name=Rob
|jname=ライ
|tmname=Rai
|text=fff
|image=Rob.png
|size=250px
|caption=Rob
|gender=Male
|eyes=Brown
|hair=Brown
|hometown=Unknown
|region=Unknown
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{fire color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=''[[HZ053|Hatenna and the Otherworldly]]''
|enva=Unknown
|jpva=[[Ayane Sakura]]
}}
|}

'''Rob''' (Japanese: '''ライ''' ''Rai'') is a minor recurring character who first appeared in ''[[HZ053|Hatenna and the Otherworldly]]''. He is [[Roy]]'s [[doppelgänger]].

==History==
[[File:Niko Rob Dash Annihilape HZ053.png|250px|left|thumb|Rob, Niko, and Dash being chased by an Annihilape]]
Rob is a {{pkmn|Trainer}} who came from his home [[region]] to study at [[Naranja Academy]] in the [[Tera Training]] course. While traveling with his friends [[Niko]] and [[Dash]], the group became lost in the same forest as [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]]. After wandering aimlessly for a while, Niko used a vine from a nearby tree to replace a broken strap on her handbag. This sparked the fury of an {{p|Annihilape}}, as the vine was how it reached its food supply. The group was chased by Annihilape for days until they met Liko and her friends. Despite Roy's insistence that they battle the wild Pokémon together, Rob and his friends fled out of the forest.

In ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'', Rob and his friends were welcomed by [[Clavell]] and [[Jacq]] along with the other students who had submitted their school reports and thus completed the first part of the training course.

In ''[[HZ057|The Terapagos I Don't Know]]'', Rob, Niko, and Dash participated in [[Clavell]]'s speech that started the second part of Tera Training.

In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', during the conclusion of the course, Rob, Niko, and Dash heard Clavell's speech regarding the [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]] that will be held for the course's students.

In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', he faced Dot and her {{TP|Dot|Quaxwell}} during the tournament, only to be defeated.

Rob reappeared in [[HZ126]], alongside Niko and Dash at Naranja Academy. He battled against Niko with his {{p|Darmanitan}} and later watched Dash battling Liko over whether the [[Strong Sphere]]s would remain banned. Following Dash's loss, Rob supported Dash.

In [[HZ136]], Rob, Niko, and Dash were seen helping take away discarded Strong Spheres after [[Spinel]] was defeated and his crimes were exposed to the public.

==Pokémon==
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rob
|pkmn=Darmanitan
|stage1=Darumaka
|type1=Fire
|img=Rob Darumaka.png
|cap=Rob's Darumaka
|img2=Rob Darmanitan.png
|epnum=HZ053
|epname=Hatenna and the Otherworldly
|vajp=Kohsuke Tanabe
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Darmanitan}} is Rob's only known Pokémon.

In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', Rob used {{p|Darumaka}} in his [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]] battle against Dot, only to be defeated by her {{TP|Dot|Quaxwell}}.

In [[HZ126]], it was revealed to have evolved into a Darmanitan.

Darmanitan's only known move is {{m|Fire Punch}}.}}

Rob has at least one other Pokémon, as he participated in the second phase of [[Tera Training]], which requires two Pokémon.

==Achievements==
===Tera Training===
Rob participated in the [[Tera Training]], his evaluation and overall score are:
* Unknown [[Gym Leader]] - Battle Exam - Basic; Approved<ref>He appeared among the students who passed the basic exam at Tera Training</ref> (prior to ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'')
* Unknown [[Gym Leader]] - Battle Exam - Implementation; Approved (prior to ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'')

===Extracurricular activities===
As a student at [[Naranja Academy]], Rob participated in the following events:
* [[Tera Training Student Battle Tournament]]: Vs. [[Dot]] (Loss; ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'')
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==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{fire color light}}|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|ja=佐倉綾音 ''[[Ayane Sakura]]''
|ar=محمد سامي ''Mohammad Sami''
|nl=Marlies Somers
|he=שיר כהן ''Shir Cohen''
|it=Elisa Giorgio
|es_la=Ana Lobo
|es_eu=Carlos Larios
}}

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{fire color}}; border:3px solid #{{fire color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{fire color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Language
! style="background:#{{fire color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Name
! style="background:#{{fire color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ライ ''Rai''
| Similar to ロイ ''[[Roy]]''
|-
| English, Latin American Spanish, Italian, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Rob
| Similar to ''Roy''
|-
| German
| Lory
| Similar to ''Rory'' (Roy)
|-
| French
| Rai
| Transcription of his Japanese name and similar to ''Rhod''
|-
| Korean
| 노드 ''Nod''<ref group=n>[[HZ095]] onwards</ref> 라이 ''Rai''<ref group=n>[[HZ066]]-[[HZ067]] Netflix subtitles</ref>
| Similar to 로드 ''Rod'' (Roy) Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Zein
| Similar to ''Rain'' (Roy)
|}
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===Notes===
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==References==
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==Related articles==
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Chalce

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{{redirect|Agate|the village in the [[Orre]] [[region]]|Agate Village}}
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|caption=Chalce as of ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]''
|age=Unconfirmed<ref>As of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Chalce is a year older than at the start of {{aniseries|HZ}}</ref>
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|debut=''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|enva=[[List of English voice actors|Shara Kirby]]<ref>https://www.instagram.com/p/C4OQNVNPbp9/</ref>
|jpva=Mimi Maihane
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'''Chalce''' (Japanese: '''アゲート''' ''Agate''<ref>Explorers Original Acrylic Stand</ref>) is a former general of the [[Explorers]] and a recurring major antagonist in {{aniseries|HZ}} up to the ''[[Rising Again]]'' arc.

==In animation==
===History===
[[File:Young Chalce.png|250px|left|thumb|Chalce prior to joining the Explorers]]
====Pre-series====
Prior to ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'', Chalce was a schoolteacher. After her school was closed due to a lack of funding, Chalce was approached by [[Hamber]]. He encouraged Chalce to join the Explorers, promising that she would earn money to build a new school if she performed well. Of the four generals Hamber trained, she was the fourth and last to be recruited, after [[Amethio]], [[Coral]], and [[Sidian]].
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===={{aniseries|HZ}}====
[[File:Chalce.png|250px|thumb|Chalce prior to the ''[[Mega Voltage]]'' arc]]
Chalce first appeared as a hologram in ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'', alongside the other [[Explorers]] generals.

The first time she spoke and was seen clearly was in ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', questioning [[Spinel]] about his last failure.

She made her physical debut in ''[[HZ027|As Long as I'm with My Friends]]''. She and the other generals joined in a meeting to discuss the Explorers' next objective. Eventually, they decided to go after the [[Black Rayquaza]]. Despite remaining quiet for practically the entire meeting, she questioned Spinel about what he actually had in mind during his participation in the meeting.

In ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]'', Chalce was monitoring [[Amethio]]'s training with [[Hamber]] with Spinel, so they decided to focus on their main objective, which is finding Black Rayquaza.

In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', Chalce, [[Coral]], and [[Sidian]] summoned the Black Rayquaza near [[Levincia]] by using a machine that generated an energy similar to that [[Pagogo|Terapagos]] emitted [[HZ033|previously]] and had their Pokémon battle against the {{pkmn|category|Sky High Pokémon}}. They started strong, unleashing powerful super effective moves, but lost control over Rayquaza once [[Dot]] managed to shut down the machine. Once the tides had turned, Coral let her temper overcome better judgment and commanded her {{p|Glalie}} to use {{m|Self-Destruct}}, which was powerful enough to blast the [[Legendary Pokémon]] directly into the hull of the [[Brave Olivine]].
[[File:Chalce Naranja Academy.png|thumb|left|250px|Chalce as "Chive"]]
In ''[[HZ046|Welcome to Naranja Academy!]]'', Chalce was shown to have infiltrated [[Naranja Academy]] as a teacher, while also being able to forge enrollment permits for Coral and Sidian as students under fake names.

In ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'', Chalce watched Coral and Sidian's battles against the members of [[Paldea]]'s [[Elite Four]]. During [[Liko]]'s battle against [[Rika]] in the [[HZ056|following episode]], Dot discovered that Chalce was being spied on by [[Penny]] after discovering that Explorer's profile was illegally placed in the Naranja Academy system under the pseudonym '''Chive''' (Japanese: '''アゲパン''' ''Agepan''). After a brief conversation with Dot, Chalce returned the [[Scarlet Book]] to the academy's library and left.
[[File:Spinel Chalce HZ064.png|thumb|250px|Spinel explaining his findings about [[Laquium]] to Chalce]]
In ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'', Chalce helped Spinel separate Liko, [[Roy]], and Dot's group as per his goals. After Spinel trapped Liko and Amethio in a cave, Spinel revealed to Chalce what he discovered after using the [[Laquium]], which left Chalce in awe. In the [[HZ065|next episode]], Chalce monitored Coral and Sidian's battle against Roy and Dot and upon [[Grusha]]'s arrival on the battlefield, she ordered their retreat. Later, during the meeting with [[Gibeon]], Chalce acted as Spinel orchestrated and acted in a way that made it seem as though she had no part in the events that occurred at [[Glaseado Mountain]], resulting in Amethio being put on probation from Explorers.

In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', Chalce had infiltrated the Naranja Academy to steal data regarding Terapagos. She sent Sidian and Coral to prevent Liko and Roy from interfering, while she sent her {{p|Medicham}} to keep guard. Medicham proceeded to alert Chalce of Dot's arrival and battled {{TP|Dot|Quaxwell}} to stall them both. Despite interference from [[Dot's Tinkatink]] and Penny's counter-hacking, Chalce still successfully acquired the data before recalling Medicham and teleporting away with her {{p|Xatu}} to escape.

In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', Chalce met up with Spinel at the Explorers base and, looking at the data she stole, they discussed on their next moves.

In ''[[HZ075|The Wonders of the World!]]'', Chalce met with Spinel at [[Exceed]] headquarters, where they discussed Amethio's whereabouts after he was put on probation.

In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', Chalce attended a meeting with the other Explorers where Sidian reported that the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] successfully obtained all [[Six Heroes]] and restored Pagogo to its full strength. Gibeon instructed everyone to prepare for the battle that will follow in Laqua.
[[File:Explorers Rising Volt Tacklers Laqua.png|thumb|left|250px|The Explorers encountering the Rising Volt Tacklers in Laqua]]
In ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]'', Chalce spied on the Rising Volt Tacklers from the shadows in [[Pericarp Town]] before slipping into an Exceed building when [[Captain Pikachu]] sensed her presence.

In ''[[HZ085|The Pokémon Paradise of Laqua!]]'', after Pagogo removed the barrier keeping Laqua sealed, Liko, Roy, and Dot were greeted by Chalce, Coral, and Sidian. In [[HZ086|the following episode]], the Explorers admitted they were aware of Laqua's location from the beginning and just waited for the Rising Volt Tacklers to take down the barrier for them. Having achieved their goal, the Explorers decided to get rid of the Rising Volt Tacklers by battling them. Chalce had the advantage for most of her battle with Dot, but the latter eventually started gaining the upper hand after she implemented more unpredictable tactics. The battle never reached a proper conclusion as it was interrupted when a large vortex of pink mist began filling the air.

In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', the Explorers continued to prevent Liko's group from heading further into Laqua, only to be attacked by [[Onia]] and [[Zirc]]. This distraction allowed Liko, Roy, and Dot to run ahead and confront Gibeon. Later, Chalce and her allies supported Gibeon by utilizing machines designed to stimulate the ground where the Laquium was buried, forcibly activating it and making it expand uncontrollably. Chalce, Coral, and Sidian used their Pokémon to block any incoming attacks that would damage the machines.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Chalce watched in confusion as Gibeon vanished. However, when Spinel announced that he would surpass Gibeon and that the Explorers would take control of Laqua, she quickly came to her senses, and when Sidian and Coral began to object to Spinel's sudden ambitions, Chalce told them that everything was fine and to just keep quiet and watch.

One year later, in ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', Chalce monitored the exhibition battle featuring the Explorers against Liko and Roy during the [[Strong Sphere]] demonstration. When Coral commanded her Glalie to use Self-Destruct, Chalce immediately raised a wall to block off the crowd and ended the event. After Liko, Roy, and Ult escaped, she met with the other Explorers to discuss their next objectives. Chalce also reminded Coral and Sidian that as long as the Explorers have the public on their side, Liko's group can't do anything to stop them.
[[File:Chalce vs Dot and Penny.png|250px|thumb|Chalce confronting Dot and [[Penny]] at the Exceed Museum]]
In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', Chalce was seen monitoring Hamber when he discovered Amethio's whereabouts from Zirc and Onia.

In ''[[HZ108|Taking the Next Steps]]'', Chalce was shown eavesdropping on a phone call between Hamber and [[Diana]] before teleporting away with the help of her Xatu.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Chalce was tasked to prevent Cervantis from being rescued, challenging Dot to a battle. While her Medicham held the advantage with its use of Laquium, it was defeated once Dot's Tinkaton learned Gigaton Hammer. After her defeat, Chalce used her Xatu to retreat.

In ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]'', Chalce managed to intercept an invasion of Dot and [[Penny]] at the Exceed Museum along with [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]. After a battle against the two Trainers' Pokémon, Chalce managed to separate Dot from her friend and leave the rest to her Explorer partners. Despite having the upper hand throughout the battle against {{TP|Dot|Quaxwell}} and {{TP|Dot|Tinkaton}}, Chalce couldn't prevent Dot from [[Evolution|evolving]] her {{TP|Dot|Gimmighoul}} and thus recovering the data on [[Laquium]]. Although she tried to stop Penny and Dot from escaping, she chose not to go after them, saying that at that moment it wouldn't make any difference to the Exceed's plans.
[[File:Chalce party.png|thumb|250px|left|Chalce and her Pokémon]]
In [[HZ124]], the younger Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio infiltrated the [[Explorers HQ]] to rescue the captured Six Heroes. They broke into the building, but were led into Spinel's trap, who had each of the five youths isolated with an Explorers member commanding one of the Six Heroes. Chalce battled Dot with {{TP|Lucius|Arboliva}}, but while she managed to defeat Dot's Quaxwell, Arboliva eventually fell to the combined efforts of Tinkaton and Gholdengo. Once all of the Six Heroes were defeated, Pagogo used its power to cure them of the Laquium's effects. Liko and the others escaped with the Six Heroes, but unbeknownst to them, Spinel recorded their encounter and manipulated the events to make the Rising Volt Tacklers appear as the villains. He used this to forced the Rising Volt Tacklers into hiding from the public and advertise the Strong Sphere.

In [[HZ130]], Strong Spheres were officially released into the public and were a commercial success. Worried about the Rising Volt Tacklers trying to interfere with his schemes, Spinel asked Chalce to act as security on [[Mount Pericarp]]. Just as she, Coral, and Sidian were preparing to leave, they were approached by Hamber, who pleaded that they reject Strong Spheres and stop working for Spinel. Chalce refused and battled alongside Coral and Sidian against their former teacher. Hamber utilized his recently-caught {{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}} to defeat Coral and Sidian, forcing Chalce to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] her Medicham and win. Despite his loss, Hamber noted that by using Mega Evolution, Chalce showed that she still believed in the power of bonds. Chalce denied this and ordered some grunts to capture Hamber, only for him to escape.
[[File:Chalce HZ134.png|thumb|250px|Chalce realizing that Medicham had gone beyond its limits for her]]
In [[HZ133]], Chalce, Coral, and Sidian intercepted Roy, Ult, and [[Friede]] upon the Rising Volt Tacklers's arrival at Laqua, triggering a [[Triple Battle]] between both parties. Chalce promptly Mega Evovled her Medicham, while Coral and Sidian likewise Mega Evolved their Glalie and {{p|Aerodactyl}}, facing off against [[Roy's Lucario]], Ult's {{p|Sableye}}, and Friede's {{p|Starmie}}. The battle continued in the [[HZ134|following episode]], as Chalce kept giving her all against Roy despite her Medicham reverting back to its normal form. However, the battle ended as a win for the Rising Volt Tacklers when Coral ordered her Mega Glalie to use a {{a|Refrigerate}}-boosted Self-Destruct. Not willing to accept defeat, Chalce used a Strong Sphere on her Medicham as a last ditch effort. However, after Roy tells her that Medicham wanted her instead of the Strong Sphere and seeing her partner battle differently, Chalce became horrified. Once Roy's Lucario defeated Medicham, Chalce goes to her partner's side and finally understood how much it did for her.
[[File:Chalce epilogue HZ136.png|left|thumb|250px|Chalce starting her life anew as a teacher.]]
In [[HZ135]], Chalce, Sidian, and Coral appeared before everyone at the summit of Laqua, each declaring that they now reject the Strong Sphere and are no longer working for Spinel. Chalce and Sidian watch Coral Terastallized Screamypuff and had it fill the role of one of the eighteen Tera Type Pokémon needed to fully purify the Laquium, replacing [[Penny]]'s {{p|Sylveon}}. Refusing to let his machinations be ruined, Spinel fused with the Laquium itself, causing the Core to rise from the earth and begin attacking anyone it perceived as a threat. In the [[HZ136|next episode]], Chalce, Sidian, and Coral decided to buy Roy and Amethio time for their Mega-Evolved Legendary Pokémon to get charged up so they can destroy the Laquium Core's defenses after witnessing the Rising Volt Tacklers, their allies, and Hamber not giving up. Chalce then witnesses the Laquium Core being destroyed for good. After the threat with Laquium was over, Chalce decided to leave the Explorers and start her life anew as a teacher once again.
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===Character===
[[File:Chalce and Dot.png|thumb|250px|Chalce and Dot]]
Chalce appears to have a calm and collected personality; she does, however, tend to be critical towards her allies if they fail missions, such as with [[Spinel]] and [[Amethio]], as well as having a sarcastic sense of humor. She is also shown to be a skeptic, dismissing the existence of the [[Paradox Pokémon|ancient Pokémon]] discussed in {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Occulture}} as nonsense. She appears to get along with Spinel, with both of them being {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who specialize in gathering information, being discreet, and using subterfuge. In general, Chalce appears to be the intellectual of the group, researching and gathering knowledge and designing technology to help the Explorers achieve their missions.
[[File:Chalce Mega Ring.png|thumb|250px|left|Chalce's [[Mega Ring]]]]
Amidst the internal power struggle for supremacy between the [[Explorers]] generals, Chalce has proven to be particularly aligned towards Spinel and his goals, helping him monitor his various targets, joining him during the mission to try to get Amethio out of the way in ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'', and ultimately giving her full support to his takeover of the Explorers as of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]''. However, she has also subtly expressed discomfort with the ruthless extremes Spinel is willing to take as the new leader to achieve his goals and crush his opposition. She was seemingly displeased with Spinel declaring that he wanted Amethio to disappear and later expressed concern over his hastiness in wanting to crush the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] using the [[Six Heroes]]. When [[Hamber]] made a comment on how she's "changed" since working with Spinel, she seemed emotionally affected by his remark and declared that she simply has her own goal to achieve, implying that she sees her cooperation with Spinel as more of an alliance of convenience rather than her becoming genuinely loyal to his goals. Ultimately, despite having often acted together numerous times, Chalce's association with Spinel can be described as a complicated one.

In [[HZ130]], it was shown that Chalce was once a kind and caring individual. As a former teacher, she was dedicated to supporting her hometown and the students of her school. She was devastated by her losses and was willing to accept help from anyone, which led her to accept [[Hamber]]'s offer to join the Explorers. It's implied that her continued support for Spinel is motivated by a desire to fulfill her wish of a new school. This transition from her past to the present illustrates how she has shifted from a compassionate person seeking knowledge to a ruthless individual who withholds critical information from the public to advance her own goals with Spinel, demonstrating that she has lost her way. However, after being called out by [[Roy]] and seeing how much her Medicham was willing to push itself for her in [[HZ134]], Chalce realizes that she lost herself and expressed remorse for hurting her partner. Upon realizing the error of her ways and understanding that Spinel had no intention of honoring her request of making a new school at her hometown, Chalce decided to take a stand against him. She even decided to leave the Explorers and go back to teaching in [[HZ136]], as she wanted to start her life over.

Among the members of the Rising Volt Tacklers, Chalce appears to clash most often with [[Dot]], confronting her several times, including intellectually, this began during the battle against {{TP|Lucius|Rayquaza}} in ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'' and extended throughout and after the period in which Dot was present at [[Tera Training]].
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===Pokémon===
As seen so far, Chalce appears to specialize in {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon.

This listing is of Chalce's {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{aniseries|HZ}}:
====On hand====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chalce
|pkmn=Medicham
|mega=yes
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Psychic
|img=Chalce Medicham.png
|cap=Chalce's Medicham
|img2=Chalce Mega Medicham.png
|cap2=Chalce's Mega Medicham
|epnum=HZ027
|epname=As Long as I'm with My Friends
|vajp=Arisa Shida
|vaen=Emily Bauer Jenness
|desc={{p|Medicham}} is Chalce's first known Pokémon, as well as her main partner and battling Pokémon. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]], although, according to [[Sidian]], in a weaker state due to the constant use of [[Strong Sphere]] having weakened their bond.

Like its Trainer, Medicham has a calm and reserved personality and prefers to battle strategically, using its psychic powers to predict its opponent's moves and then counterattacking. Out of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], Medicham was often pitted against [[Dot's Quaxwell]], even as a {{p|Quaxly}}.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Medicham was used against [[Dot's Tinkaton]]. This time, Chalce used a [[Strong Sphere]] on it, boosting its power and speed, but turning its battle style into a more head-on approach. Medicham was eventually defeated in a single hit once Tinkaton learned {{m|Gigaton Hammer}}.

It Mega Evolved for the first time in [[HZ130]], during a battle against [[Hamber]]. Initially, it had been paired with [[Coral]]'s {{p|Glalie}} and [[Sidian]]'s {{p|Garganacl}}, and the three of them were exposed to Strong Spheres, but Hamber still managed to keep the upper hand for the majority of the battle and defeated Glalie and Garganacl once he revealed his {{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}}. At this moment, Chalce Mega Evolved Medicham, giving it the necessary power boost to defeat its opponent, but leaving it heavily exhausted.

In [[HZ133]], Medicham Mega Evolved alongside Coral's Glalie and Sidian's {{p|Aerodactyl}} against [[Roy]], [[Ult]], and [[Friede]]'s own Mega-Evolved Pokémon. The battle continued in the [[HZ134|following episode]], and ended as a win for the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] after Coral ordered her Mega Glalie to use a {{a|Refrigerate}}-boosted {{m|Self-Destruct}}. Despite this, Chalce refused to accept their loss and used a Strong Sphere on Medicham as a last-ditch effort, but it was then quickly defeated by Roy's Mega {{TP|Roy|Lucario}} Z.

Medicham's known moves are {{m|Psybeam}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}, {{m|Confusion}}, {{m|Calm Mind}}, {{m|Stored Power}}, and {{m|Axe Kick}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chalce
|pkmn=Xatu
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|img=Chalce Xatu.png
|gender=female
|epnum=HZ066
|epname=Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Xatu}} is Chalce's second known Pokémon. She is often used to {{m|Teleport}} Chalce away from the scene, allowing her to escape.

In ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]'', Xatu was paired with Medicham, [[Indi]]'s {{p|Drapion}}, and [[Rubina]]'s {{p|Scolipede}} to battle against [[Dot]] and [[Penny]] at the [[Exceed]] Museum. After capturing Dot's {{p|Gimmighoul}} and keeping it hostage, Chalce was able to lead Dot away and separate her from Penny. In the ensuing battle, Xatu managed to trick [[Dot's Quaxwell]] into attacking {{TP|Dot|Tinkaton}} by using Teleport at the right moment and even hindered Tinkaton's attack power by using {{m|Power Swap}}, but Dot managed to flee once her Gimmighoul evolved into {{TP|Dot|Gholdengo}}.

In [[HZ136]], Xatu helped fight the Laquium Core before Pagogo erased it for good.

Xatu's known moves are {{m|Teleport}}, {{m|Night Shade}}, {{m|Aerial Ace}}, {{m|Power Swap}}, and {{m|Air Slash}}.}}

====Used====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Lucius
|pkmn=Arboliva
|main=yes
|type1=Grass
|type2=Normal
|img=Chalce Arboliva.png
|epnum=HZ010
|epname=Nemona and Brassius and...
|vajp=Ayane Sakura
|vaen=Alejandra Reynoso
|desc=In [[HZ125]], Chalce used a [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere]] on [[Lucius]]'s {{p|Arboliva}}, pitting it against [[Dot]]'s [[party]]. After it was defeated, Chalce used another Super Strong Sphere on it under [[Spinel]]'s orders, but the Explorers were thwarted through the combined efforts of the [[White Zygarde]] and [[Pagogo]].
}}

====Traveling with====
{| width="75%"
| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Chalce Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{medicine color light}}|bordercolor={{white color dark}}
|ja=舞羽美海 ''Mimi Maihane''
|en=[[List of English voice actors|Shara Kirby]]
|ar=جيهان ملا ''Jihan Malla''
|fi=Tuuli Paju
|de=Helene Schmitt
|nl=Riomi Tindal([[HZ006]]-[[HZ045]]) Sarah-Jane Wijdenbosch([[HZ046]]-present)
|it=Laura Cherubelli
|pt_br=Maju Helman
|es_la=Georgina Sánchez
|es_eu=María Blanco
|pl=Sylwia Achu
|no=Hedda Emilie Østrem
|fr_eu=Célia Torrens
|he=ליאור נמני ''Lior Nemni''
|th=ณัฐฌา ใบขุนทด
}}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
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|-
|Art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art of Chalce's second outfit
|Concept art of Chalce as a schoolteacher
|}
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====Eyecatch====
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| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background:#{{white color light}}" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Chalce Medicham.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{white color dark}}; background:#{{white color light}}" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Chalce Medicham Xatu.png|x150px]]
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====Other====
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|-
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Artwork from "Happy New Year 2024"
|}

==In the manga==
[[File:Explorers HZM.png|thumb|170px|Chalce in Pocket Monsters]]
===Pocket Monsters===
Chalce briefly appeared in a flashback in [[HZM03]].
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==Trivia==
* In the official {{pmin|Brazil}}ian site, Chalce's {{p|Medicham}} is referred to as female.<ref>https://horizons.pokemon.com/pt-br/</ref>
* In the preview for episode [[HZ130]], Chalce revealed that her favorite food is {{wp|Mitarashi dango}}.
* When [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] her {{p|Medicham}}, Chalce uses the phrase (Japanese: '''学びに潜れ悟りの中へ！''' ''Immerse yourself in learning and head towards enlightenment!'').

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{white color}}; border:3px solid #{{white color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| アゲート ''Agate''
| From ''{{wp|agate}}''
|-
| English, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Chalce
| From ''{{wp|chalcedony}}''
|-
| German
| Chalisa Agate<ref group=n name=S26>[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series (season)|Pokémon Horizons: The Series]] first season Netflix credits</ref>
| From ''Chalcedon'' (chalcedony) Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| European Spanish
| Calce
| From ''calcedonia'' (chalcedony)
|-
| Latin American Spanish
| Calci
| From ''calcedonia'' (chalcedony)
|-
| French
| Calcé
| From ''calcédoine'' (chalcedony)
|-
| Italian
| Donia
| From ''calcedonio'' (chalcedony)
|-
| Korean
| 어게이트 ''Agate''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 艾嘉特 ''Àijiātè''
| rowspan="3" | Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Hong Kong)
| 艾嘉特 ''Ngaaihgādahk''
|-
| Chinese (mainland China)
| 阿盖特 ''Āgàitè''
|-
| rowspan="2" | Brazilian Portuguese
| Chalce<ref group=n>Official site, Pokémon Horizons second season Netflix credits</ref>
| Same as her English name
|-
| Dônia<ref group=n name=S26 />
| From ''calcedônia'' (chalcedony)
|-
| European Portuguese
| Ágata
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Thai
| อาเกต ''Aket''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

''Chive''
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{white color}}; border:3px solid #{{white color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{medicine color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| アゲパン ''Agepan''
| From 揚げパン ''agepan'' (a type of deep-fried bread) and アゲート ''Agate'' (Chalce)
|-
| English
| Chive
| From ''{{wp|chive}}'' and ''Chalce''
|-
| German
| Chorizo
| From ''{{wp|Chorizo}}'' and ''Chalisa'' (Chalce)
|-
| European Spanish, Latin American Spanish
| Calabaza
| From ''calabaza'' (pumpkin) and ''Calce'' / ''Calci'' (Chalce)
|-
| French
| Salsifis
| From ''salsifis'' ({{wp|salsify}}) and ''Calcé'' (Chalce)
|-
| Italian
| Macedonia Fandonia
| From ''macedonia'' (fruit salad) and ''Donia'' (Chalce) Form ''fandonia'' (humbug) and ''Donia'' (Chalce)
|-
| Korean
| 바게트 ''Baguette''
| From ''{{wp|baguette}}'' and 어게이트 ''Agate'' (Chalce)
|-
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 艾嘉派 ''Àijiāpài''
| From 艾嘉特 ''Àijiātè'' (Chalce) and 派 ''pài'' (pie)
|-
| Chinese (Hong Kong)
| 艾嘉包 ''Ngaaihgābāau''
| From 艾嘉特 ''Ngaaihgādahk'' (Chalce) and 包 ''bāau'' (bun)
|-
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Charmosa
| From ''charmosa'' (charming), ''Chalce'', and possibly ''chá'' (tea)
|-
| European Portuguese
| Caçú
| From ''caçu'' (a fruit from Brazil)
|-
| Finnish
| Pähkinä
| From ''pähkinä'' (nut)
|-
| Norwegian
| Muffens
| From ''muffins'' (muffin)
|-
| Polish
| Śliwa Złośliwa
| From ''śliwka'' (plum) From ''śliwka'' (plum) and ''złośliwa'' (malicious)
|}
{{-}}

===Notes===
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==References==
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Ghetsis

2026-06-21T13:18:17Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */ I'd say this looks better. We never really do know the in-universe reason why he went all the way to Unova for some tournament. Knowing him, it might be a cover for something shady.

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|corecolor={{bulba color}}
|bordercolor={{black color dark}}
|name=Ghetsis Harmonia Gropius
|jname=ゲーチス・ハルモニア・グロピウス
|jtranslit=Gēchisu Harumonia Guropiusu
|tmname= G-Cis Harmonia Gropius
|image=Black 2 White 2 Ghetsis.png
|size=200px
|caption=Artwork from ''{{B2W2}}'' Illustrated by [[Yusuke Ohmura]]<ref>[[a:File:GhetsisPlasmaFreeze101.jpg|Ghetsis (Plasma Freeze 101)]]</ref>
|gender=Male
|eyes=Red
|hair=Gray-green
|hometown=Unknown
|region=[[Unova]]
|relatives=[[N]] (foster son) [[Anthea and Concordia]] (foster daughters)
}}
{{Character Infobox/Game
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|gen={{gen|V}}, {{gen|VII}}, {{gen|VIII}}, {{gen|IX}}
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|trainer=[[Team Plasma]]
|counterpart=[[Ghetsis (Masters)]]
|enva=Unknown ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|jpva=Hikaru Hanada<ref name="Hikaru Hanada">[https://twitter.com/pokemas_game/status/1389127587243376643 Pokémon Masters EX Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}
{{Character Infobox/Team
|color={{bulba color}}
|member=[[Team Plasma]]
|rank=[[Seven Sages|Sage]]{{sup/5|BW}}/Leader{{sup/5|B2W2}}
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|member=[[Team Rainbow Rocket]]
|rank=Member
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{{Character Infobox/Anime
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|series=''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' ''[[Pokémon Generations]]'' ''[[Pokémon Evolutions]]''
|debut=''[[BW112|Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!]]'' ([[Pokémon animated series|Animated series]]) ''[[PG15|The King Returns]]'' ({{pkmn|Generations}}) ''[[PE04|The Plan]]'' ({{pkmn|Evolutions}})
|enva=[[Bill Rogers]] ([[Pokémon animated series|Animated series]]) Patrick Seitz ({{pkmn|Generations}}) Armen Taylor ({{pkmn|Evolutions}})
|jpva=[[Masaki Aizawa]] ([[Pokémon animated series|Animated series]]) Shō Hayami ({{pkmn|Generations}}) [[Takehito Koyasu]] ({{pkmn|Evolutions}})
}}
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|debut=''[[PS466|An Odd Speech]]'' ({{pkmn|Adventures}})
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'''Ghetsis Harmonia Gropius''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|ゲーチス・ハルモニア・グロピウス|Gēchisu Harumonia Guropiusu}}''' ''G-Cis Harmonia Gropius''<ref name="ghetsisdesign">[http://bystrousky.blogspot.com/2019/07/blog-post.html?m=1]</ref>) is the main villain in {{game3|Black and White|Pokémon Black, White|s}}, {{B2W2|Black 2, and White 2}}. He is one of the [[Seven Sages]] and the true mastermind behind [[Team Plasma]].

==In the core series games==
{{spoilers}}

=== History ===

==== Background ====
With the goal to take over the world, Ghetsis, seeing the innocence within the orphan child [[N]], adopted him and started educating him in preparation for making him the king of [[Team Plasma]]. To warp his image of the world, Ghetsis only allowed Pokémon that had been mistreated by humans to accompany N, reinforcing his belief that humans and Pokémon should be separated, and made him live in his room in [[N's Castle|his castle]] for most of the time. Eventually, once he was old enough, Ghetsis crowned N as the king of Team Plasma and sent him out on a quest to befriend one of the [[Tao trio|Legendary Dragon Pokémon]] of [[Unova]].

==== [[Pokémon Black and White Versions|Pokémon Black and White]] ====
Ghetsis first appears holding a speech in [[Accumula Town]], where he is trying to rally its citizens. After that, he appears at several points in the game, trying to warn the citizens of the oncoming change, and he is often the one that comes to rescue other [[Seven Sages]] if they are nearing arrest. After the player and [[Alder]] come to the [[Relic Castle]] he is already there and tells them that if they are to battle N, they must retrieve the [[Light Stone]]{{sup/5|Bl}}/[[Dark Stone]]{{sup/5|W}}. He also appears making a similar speech to his one in Accumula Town in [[Opelucid City]]. He later appears at the castle during [[N]]'s takeover and taunts the player before battling N. After the player defeats N, he reveals he has been using N and revived {{p|Zekrom}}{{sup/5|Bl}}/{{p|Reshiram}}{{sup/5|W}} for N to use, and calls N a disappointment. He reveals that his and Team Plasma's motive for stealing Pokémon was a lie all along and that Ghetsis wanted to ensure that he was the only person in Unova with Pokémon, so he could dominate the region (this was previously foreshadowed by him referring to himself during speeches referring to Team Plasma's goals before correcting himself and saying Team Plasma). According to a Grunt in the castle, he was even learning of ways to manipulate hearts of people. Alder and [[Cheren]] both hear the truth from Ghetsis. Ghetsis battles the player in a rage, despite N's protest. After the battle, Alder and Cheren arrest Ghetsis and take him away. He is not seen again in this game.

During the post-game, Cheren reveals that the [[Shadow Triad]] had helped Ghetsis to escape. When the player meets the Shadow Triad for the final time on [[Marvelous Bridge]], they reveal that Ghetsis is currently on the run. He has lost everything, including his Pokémon, and only the Shadow Triad are still loyal to him. For some reason, he has ordered the Shadow Triad to stop looking for him and deliver the player the [[Adamant Orb|Adamant]], [[Lustrous Orb|Lustrous]], and [[Griseous Orb]]s.

==== [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2]] ====
Ghetsis is revealed to be the true mastermind behind the new Team Plasma, which had seemingly been led by [[Zinzolin]], [[Colress]], and the Shadow Triad. After Colress is defeated, Ghetsis confronts the player and angrily denounces Colress as being more interested in science than in Team Plasma's ambitions, even after being appointed as the organization's official leader. He leaves the player to fight the Shadow Triad while he enters the [[Giant Chasm]] with {{p|Kyurem}}. By the time the player catches up with him, Ghetsis has prepared his plan to freeze all of [[Unova]]. He summons Kyurem to his side and orders it to use {{m|Glaciate}} on the player, only for N to arrive with Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}}/Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}} and interfere. This however was part of Ghetsis's plan, and while berating N for causing what will happen to Unova as a result of N's refusal to be his pawn in the previous games, Ghetsis uses the [[DNA Splicers]] to forcibly revert Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}}/Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}} into its [[Dragon Stones|stone form]]. Kyurem then {{pkmn|fusion|fuses}} with the stone, creating Black Kyurem{{sup/5|B2}}/White Kyurem{{sup/5|W2}}. Ghetsis challenges the player to fight Black Kyurem{{sup/5|B2}}/White Kyurem{{sup/5|W2}}, preventing it from being captured via a signal from his cane that disrupts the function of [[Poké Ball]]s. Upon the defeat of Kyurem, its Absofusion is reversed, separating it back into Kyurem and Zekrom{{sup/5|B2}}/Reshiram{{sup/5|W2}}. Ghetsis flies into a rage and attacks the player, starting a final battle. When he is defeated, he suffers a mental breakdown and violently rejects the compassion N shows him. The Shadow Triad take him away from the Giant Chasm and later inform the player that Ghetsis has lost his heart and is no longer mentally capable of any further criminal deeds, finally ending his threat to Unova.

==== [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]] ====

===== [[Episode RR]] =====
An [[Pokémon multiverse|alternate universe]] version of Ghetsis, as he appears in Pokémon Black and White, appears as a member of [[Team Rainbow Rocket]]. This Ghetsis, like the other members of Team Rainbow Rocket, was brought from a world where his plans succeeded, in his case successfully separating Pokémon from humans. After arriving in the game's world, Ghetsis began pondering the reasons for his being summoned. He then concluded that his purpose was to travel between worlds and liberate all Pokémon from people, consolidating power in himself so that he may rule over all of existence. For this purpose, he intends to use [[Giovanni]] as a pawn, reasoning that a human with an evil nature will be easier to manipulate than [[N|a freak without a human heart]]. Refusing to allow the player to reach Giovanni and interfere with his plans, Ghetsis challenges the player, using Zekrom{{sup/7|US}}/Reshiram{{sup/7|UM}} as part of his team. After being beaten, he refuses to accept his loss and strikes [[Lillie]], taking her as a hostage. Ghetsis demands that the player throw down their Poké Balls if they wish to ensure Lillie's safety. No matter the player's choice, Colress appears in the room, rescues Lillie, and recognizes Ghetsis as not being the Ghetsis he knows. Ghetsis recognizes him as the Colress of the game's world, but fails to understand why he is opposing his plans, prompting Colress to declare that he simply hates Ghetsis altogether. Colress then utilizes a newly developed [[Colress Machine]] to warp Ghetsis back to his original world, hoping that the taste of defeat will keep him in check from now on.

===Pokémon===
====Pokémon Black and White====
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| prize = {{PDollar}}9720
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| name = Ghetsis
| location = N's Castle
| game = BW
| pokemon = 6
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| ndex = 0563
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| gender = male
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| move3 = Psychic | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Toxic | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Status
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| ndex = 0626
| pokemon = Bouffalant
| gender = male
| level = 52
| type1 = Normal
| ability = Reckless
| move1 = Head Charge | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Wild Charge | move2type = Electric | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Poison Jab | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0537
| pokemon = Seismitoad
| gender = male
| level = 52
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Ground
| ability = Swift Swim
| move1 = Muddy Water | move1type = Water | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Rain Dance | move2type = Water | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Sludge Wave | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0625
| pokemon = Bisharp
| gender = male
| level = 52
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Steel
| ability = Defiant
| move1 = Night Slash | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Stone Edge | move2type = Rock | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = X-Scissor | move3type = Bug | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Metal Burst | move4type = Steel | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0604
| pokemon = Eelektross
| gender = male
| level = 52
| type1 = Electric
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Wild Charge | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Flamethrower | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Acrobatics | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Crunch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0635
| pokemon = Hydreigon
| gender = male
| level = 54
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Dragon
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Dragon Pulse | move1type = Dragon | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Fire Blast | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Surf | move3type = Water | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Focus Blast | move4type = Fighting | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Pokémon Black 2 and White 2====
=====Controlled=====
{{Pokémon/Grid}}
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|caption='''{{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2}}'''
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|ndex=0646
|pokemon=Kyurem
|form=-Black
|level=55
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|ability=Teravolt
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|move3=Fusion Bolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Freeze Shock|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Pokémon
|gen=5
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|ndex=0646
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|level=55
|type1=Dragon|type2=Ice
|ability=Turboblaze
|move1=DragonBreath|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Special
|move2=Slash|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fusion Flare|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Ice Burn|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
{{Pokémon/Grid/end}}

=====Party=====
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| background = {{white color light}}
| border = {{black color dark}}
| headcolor = {{bulba color}}
| sprite = Spr B2W2 Ghetsis.png
| prize = {{PDollar}}{{tt|9360|8640 in Easy Mode, 10080 in Challenge Mode}}
| class = Team Plasma
| name = Ghetsis
| location = Giant Chasm
| game = B2W2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0563
| pokemon = Cofagrigus
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Ghost
| ability = Mummy
| held = Leftovers
| move1 = Shadow Ball | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Protect | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Toxic | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0537
| pokemon = Seismitoad
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Ground
| ability = Poison Touch
| move1 = Muddy Water | move1type = Water | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Drain Punch | move3type = Fighting | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Sludge Wave | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0604
| pokemon = Eelektross
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Electric
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Thunderbolt | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Flamethrower | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Acrobatics | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Crunch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0452
| pokemon = Drapion
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Sniper
| move1 = Night Slash | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Poison Fang | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = X-Scissor | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0454
| pokemon = Toxicroak
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Fighting
| ability = Anticipation
| move1 = Brick Break | move1type = Fighting | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Sucker Punch | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Poison Jab | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0635
| pokemon = Hydreigon
| gender = male
| level = {{tt|52|48 in Easy Mode, 56 in Challenge Mode}}
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Dragon
| ability = Levitate
| held = Life Orb
| move1 = Dragon Rush | move1type = Dragon | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Crunch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Rock Slide | move3type = Rock | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Frustration | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon====
Ghetsis's Pokémon are kept in [[Master Ball]]s. His final Pokémon differs between the two versions.

=====Pokémon Ultra Sun=====
{{Party
| background = {{white color light}}
| border = {{black color dark}}
| headcolor = {{bulba color}}
| sprite = VSGhetsis USUM.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{PDollar}}19,040
| class = Team Plasma
| name = Ghetsis
| location = Team Rocket's Castle
| game = US
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0563
| pokemon = Cofagrigus
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Ghost
| ability = Mummy
| move1 = Will-O-Wisp | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Power Split | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Dark Pulse | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0626
| pokemon = Bouffalant
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Normal
| ability = Reckless
| move1 = Head Charge | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Poison Jab | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Megahorn | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0625
| pokemon = Bisharp
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Steel
| ability = Defiant
| move1 = Iron Head | move1type = Steel | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stone Edge | move3type = Rock | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = X-Scissor | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0635
| pokemon = Hydreigon
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Dragon
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Dragon Pulse | move1type = Dragon | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hyper Voice | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Dark Pulse | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Surf | move4type = Water | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0644
| pokemon = Zekrom
| gender = none
| level = 68
| type1 = Dragon
| type2 = Electric
| ability = Teravolt
| move1 = Bolt Strike | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Hyper Voice | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Dragon Claw | move3type = Dragon | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Zen Headbutt | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====Pokémon Ultra Moon=====
{{Party
| background = {{white color light}}
| border = {{black color dark}}
| headcolor = {{bulba color}}
| sprite = VSGhetsis USUM.png
| size = 150px
| prize = {{PDollar}}19,040
| class = Team Plasma
| name = Ghetsis
| location = Team Rocket's Castle
| game = UM
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0563
| pokemon = Cofagrigus
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Ghost
| ability = Mummy
| move1 = Will-O-Wisp | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Power Split | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Dark Pulse | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0626
| pokemon = Bouffalant
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Normal
| ability = Reckless
| move1 = Head Charge | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Poison Jab | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Megahorn | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0625
| pokemon = Bisharp
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Steel
| ability = Defiant
| move1 = Iron Head | move1type = Steel | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stone Edge | move3type = Rock | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = X-Scissor | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0635
| pokemon = Hydreigon
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Dragon
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Dragon Pulse | move1type = Dragon | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hyper Voice | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Dark Pulse | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Surf | move4type = Water | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 7
| ndex = 0643
| pokemon = Reshiram
| gender = none
| level = 68
| type1 = Dragon
| type2 = Fire
| ability = Turboblaze
| move1 = Blue Flare | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hyper Voice | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Dragon Claw | move3type = Dragon | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Zen Headbutt | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}
==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Ghetsis (Masters)}}
Ghetsis, in his {{B2W2}} design, forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Kyurem}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Ghetsis became a playable sync pair on May 4, 2021.

In this game, Ghetsis was taken from an [[Pokémon multiverse|alternate universe]], as he was surprised when he learned that some characters such as {{mas|N}} already knew that Kyurem can {{pkmn|fusion|fuse}} with {{p|Reshiram}} and {{p|Zekrom}}, a fact that N learned from Ghetsis himself in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. He has made notable appearances in the game's main stories: the [[Legendary Adventures]], and is the overall secondary antagonist of the [[villain arc]]. The whereabouts of Ghetsis from this game's continuity are currently unknown.

{{PairDex/h|Black|Bulba}}
{{PairDex|124|Ghetsis|trainerlink=Ghetsis (Masters)#Kyurem|trainerimg=Ghetsis|0646|Kyurem|pokemonlink=Tao trio (Adventures)#Kyurem|Ice|Steel|Tech|exrole=Support|6|Legendary Adventures ''Father or Foe''}}
|}

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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===Sprites and models===
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==Quotes==
{{main|Ghetsis/Quotes}}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon the Series''===
[[File:Ghetsis anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Ghetsis in {{aniseries|BW}}]]
===={{aniseries|BW}}====
Ghetsis is the head and founder of Team Plasma, often referred to as "Lord Ghetsis" by his underlings. He serves as the main antagonist of the ''[[Episode N|Best Wishes! Season 2: Episode N]]'' arc. He was initially set to debut in the original {{OBP|BW024|unaired}}, but this episode was [[Banned episodes|never aired]] and was ultimately retconned out of [[canon|continuity]].

Prior to the events of the {{pkmn|animated series}}, Ghetsis, the [[Seven Sages]] and the rest of Team Plasma resided in [[N's Castle|a mansion]] where {{an|N}}, [[Anthea and Concordia]] were raised in isolation from humanity, only allowing them contact with each other and Pokémon that had been abused by humans. Ghetsis, presenting himself as a fatherly figure to N, informed the boy that he would grow up to become Team Plasma's greatest leader in their crusade against Pokémon oppression. These plans ultimately came to a head two years before the events of {{aniseries|BW}}, when Ghetsis summoned N to stand before the Seven Sages in a ceremony on the mansion's balcony. However, sensing Ghetsis's corrupt intent, {{an|Reshiram}} interrupted the ceremony and destroyed the mansion before flying away. In the confusion, N escaped with Anthea and Concordia, all three realizing Ghetsis's deception as a result of these events.

Ghetsis first appeared in ''[[BW112|Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!]]'', where he contacted [[Colress]] via hologram transmitter for an update on the Pokémon control experiments being conducted at the [[Floccesy Town]] observatory. During their conversation, {{Ash}}, {{ashfr}} and [[Looker]] approached the observatory, and Ghetsis gave Colress permission to test the Pokémon being used in the experiment on them.

Ghetsis made his physical debut in ''[[BW117|Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!]]'', receiving another update on the Pokémon control experiment from Colress. Later, from his command center, Ghetsis spoke to several {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}s, who had separated into groups to spy on [[Cedric Juniper]]'s excavation of the {{an|White Ruins}}, search for N and the mysterious "[[Genesect Army|Project G]]" and develop "Project F" in eastern [[Unova]]. He again conferenced with Colress and [[Aldith]] in [[BW118|the next episode]], and appeared in flashbacks to the past that N revealed to Ash and his friends.
[[File:BW121 Ceremony.png|thumb|250px|Conducting the Ceremony of Revival]]
In ''[[BW119|Meowth, Colress and Team Rivalry!]]'', Ghetsis met with Colress, Aldith, and [[Barret]] via hologram, revealing his plans for the [[Light Stone]] and telling Colress that his control device would soon need to control its most powerful target yet.

Ghetsis briefly appeared via communicator with Colress in ''[[BW120|Ash and N: A Clash of Ideals!]]'' before arriving at the White Ruins in ''[[BW121|Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!]]''. With his followers having subdued Team Plasma's enemies, Ghetsis took the Light Stone and placed it on a pedestal in the ruins, then used his staff to initiate the ritual leading to Reshiram's awakening. In ''[[BW122|What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!]]'', Ghetsis successfully summoned Reshiram and, with the help of Colress's machine, took control of it. He turned its power against his enemies and sent it on a rampage, but when {{AP|Pikachu}} managed to resist the control device and shock Reshiram, it escaped Ghetsis's control. He angrily reproached Reshiram for its rebellion, only to have his escape route cut off when Reshiram destroyed Team Plasma's aircraft. Ghetsis and his henchmen were ultimately arrested by Looker, and he was last seen in the back of a police van with Colress, Aldith and Barret, slumped over in defeat.

====Character====
While Ghetsis frequently projects a calm demeanor, it is an act designed to mask his true nature as a mad, power-hungry tyrant. His persona is seen to easily slip when his goals are delayed or he feels frustrated, such as by Colress's more casual attitude towards Team Plasma's objectives, causing him to become much more serious and demanding. He cares little for even his most faithful followers, allowing them to be caught up in Reshiram's rampage once he gained control of it via Colress's device. When he faces opposition he easily flies into an enraged state that causes him to take reckless action, even screaming angrily at Reshiram after losing control over it despite having no way to subdue it. After facing defeat, however, he finally gave up and was left silent by his failure as the police took him away.

====Pokémon====
=====Controlled=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Reshiram
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fire
|img=Colress Reshiram.png
|epnum=BW118
|epname=Secrets From Out of the Fog!
|main=Reshiram (anime)
|desc=Ghetsis first summoned {{p|Reshiram}} in a ceremony two years prior to the events in {{aniseries|BW}}. However, his plan to control it failed, as his goals led Reshiram to become enraged and destroy Team Plasma's mansion before flying away. These events were recounted by N in a flashback in ''[[BW118|Secrets From Out of the Fog!]]''.

In ''[[BW121|Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!]]'', N surrendered the Light Stone to Team Plasma in exchange for Colress releasing Ash's Pikachu from his control. Ghetsis then arrived at the White Ruins and initiated the ceremony, resulting in Reshiram's resurrection in ''[[BW122|What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!]]''. This time, Ghetsis had Colress use his Pokémon Control Device on Reshiram, placing it under Team Plasma's control. Ghetsis ordered it to go on a rampage, turning its power on both his enemies and his own followers, but when Pikachu fought Colress's control and shocked it, Reshiram began to regain its free will.

Reshiram helped Pikachu destroy the machine, freeing all the controlled Pokémon, but then went on an even more violent rampage, stopping only when N managed to talk it down. Ghetsis still refused to admit defeat, however, admonishing Reshiram for disobeying him. After Ghetsis was captured along with the other members of Team Plasma, N came to understand Reshiram's motivations, and it departed peacefully.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{white color}}|bordercolor={{black color light}}
|ja=相沢正輝 ''[[Masaki Aizawa]]''
|en=[[Bill Rogers]]
|fi=Pasi Ruohonen
|it=Luca Sandri
|es_eu=Gabriel Jiménez
|es_la=Dan Osorio
|pt_br=Tatá Guarnieri
|pl=Miłogost Reczek}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Ghetsis PG.png|thumb|250px|Ghetsis in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
Ghetsis appeared in ''[[PG15|The King Returns]]''. He was in the [[Giant Chasm]] alongside {{p|Kyurem}}, finishing his plans to freeze Unova. Despite [[N]] and his {{p|Reshiram}}'s attempt to stop them, he managed to {{pkmn|fusion|fuse}} Reshiram and Kyurem into White Kyurem to further his plans. He was then challenged by {{ga|Hilbert}} and his {{p|Zekrom}}.

====Pokémon====
=====Controlled=====
{{anchor|Kyurem}}{{TrainerPoké
|width=68
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Kyurem ↔ White Kyurem
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ice
|img=Ghetsis Kyurem PG.png
|cap=Ghetsis's Kyurem
|img2=Ghetsis White Kyurem PG.png
|cap2=Ghetsis's White Kyurem
|epnum=PG15
|epname=The King Returns
|desc={{p|Kyurem}} appeared when Ghetsis commanded it to freeze the entire [[Unova]] [[region]], but when [[N]] and his {{p|Reshiram}} came to stop them, Ghetsis used the [[DNA Splicers]] to {{pkmn|fusion|fuse}} Kyurem with Reshiram and turn it into {{form|Kyurem|White Kyurem}}.

Kyurem's known moves are {{m|Blizzard}} and {{m|Ice Burn}}.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{white color}}|bordercolor={{black color light}}
|ja=速水奨 ''Shō Hayami''
|en=Patrick Seitz
|nl=Wiebe-Pier Cnossen
|es_eu=Eduard Itchart
|pt_br=Alexandre Moreno}}

===GOTCHA!===
Ghetsis briefly appeared as a silhouette in [[GOTCHA!]].

===Pokémon Evolutions===
[[File:Ghetsis Evolutions.png|thumb|250px|Ghetsis in [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
Ghetsis appeared in ''[[PE04|The Plan]]'', narrating his plan to control the [[Unova]] region through the manipulation of people and Pokémon. Through flashbacks, he was seen taking [[N]] as a child, crowning him as [[Team Plasma]]'s king, and telling [[Accumula Town]] about the liberation of Pokémon. Eventually, with N having controlled {{p|Zekrom}}, Ghetsis met with {{ga|Hilda}} and dared her to battle N.

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====Voice actors====
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|ja=子安武人 ''[[Takehito Koyasu]]''
|en=Armen Taylor
|it=Diego Baldoin
|pt_br=Filipe Albuquerque
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==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Ghetsis Adventures.png|thumb|270px|Ghetsis in Pokémon Adventures]]
[[File:Ghetsis B2W2 Adventures.png|thumb|left|220px|Ghetsis in the {{MangaArc|Black 2 & White 2}}]]
====History====
====={{MangaArc|Black & White}}=====
Ghetsis debuted in ''[[PS466|An Odd Speech]]''. At [[Accumula Town]], Ghetsis introduced [[Team Plasma]] and their campaign to the general public. He gave a speech encouraging the townspeople to liberate their Pokémon and return them to the wild. While some chose to ignore his words, several people were swayed by Ghetsis's words and proceeded to release their Pokémon.

In ''[[PS495|The Battle Within]]'', the [[Seven Sages]] watched as the [[Shadow Triad]] and Unova [[Gym Leader]]s battled for possession of the [[Dark Stone]]. Ghetsis left, revealing he was going to [[Nacrene City]] to join the battle. In ''[[PS497|Finding Truth]]'', Black was tricked by a {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}} in disguise into revealing where the Dark Stone was kept. Once the stone was located, Ghetsis attacked Black with his {{p|Eelektross}}, knocking him unconscious. Ghetsis took the Dark Stone to N at the [[Dragonspiral Tower]], where he proceeded to awaken the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Zekrom}}.

In ''[[PS520|Cold Hard Truth]]'', Team Plasma launched their attack on the {{un|Pokémon League}}, surrounding the building with [[N's Castle]]. As a form of mockery and display of Team Plasma's power, the [[Gym Leader]]s were hoisted on cross-like fixtures and displayed in front of the masses. While Black went ahead to face N, a group of regular Trainers led by {{tc|Hiker}} Andy fought the sages in his place, eventually succeeding in freeing the Gym Leaders. Outnumbered, the sages fled, but Ghetsis chose to sneak into the castle, where N and Black were having their final battle.

In ''[[PS523|The Power of Dreams]]'', Ghetsis found N unconscious, having already lost to Black. Ghetsis revealed his connection to N and that he had been manipulating his adoptive son as a pawn in his scheme to make Pokémon illegal for everyone other than Team Plasma. He attacked Black, hoping to silence him and prevent the public from ever learning of N's defeat. Black struggled initially due to Ghetsis's team being tailored to counter his own, but with his {{p|Musharna}}, [[Musha]], Black uncovered and defeated Ghetsis's secret weapon—a {{p|Volcarona}}. Once the rest of Ghetsis' team had fallen, Black had the sage trapped in a prison of {{m|Stone Edge}} pillars, putting an end to Team Plasma's ideals.

In ''[[PS524|A Difficult Parting]]'', Ghetsis watched as N bid his farewells to Black and {{adv|White}} before leaving. Once N left, Black's {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Reshiram}} began reverting into the [[Light Stone]]. Ghetsis used [[Colress]]'s {{p|Beheeyem}} to free himself from the prison and send Black flying towards Reshiram, preventing him from being trapped inside of the Light Stone as well.

====={{MangaArc|Black 2 & White 2}}=====
In ''[[PS528|Innocent Scientist]]'', Colress revealed that Ghetsis is still an active member of Team Plasma, though he had given up his leadership to the scientist.

In ''[[PS538|Therian Forme III]]'', Ghetsis arrived at [[Driftveil City]], where he found Colress in battle with {{adv|Blake}}. Using his [[Colress Machine]], Colress took control of [[Zinzolin]]'s {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Kyurem}} and had it loaded onto Team Plasma's flying ship, the [[Plasma Frigate]]. The frigate was flown to [[Castelia City]], where it used a special Kyurem-powered cannon to freeze several buildings and people solid.

In ''[[PS542|N Returns]]'', Ghetsis and Colress found that N had returned to Unova due to Zekrom being attracted to Kyurem's growing power. Ghetsis took command of Kyurem and set out to battle with his former son. Upon being warned to not let his paternal feelings get the better of him, Ghetsis assured Colress that he never felt any sort of attachment towards N.

In ''[[PS543|Abyssal Ruins]]'', Ghetsis obtained the [[DNA Splicers]], which allowed Kyurem to revert Zekrom back into the Dark Stone, trapping N inside with it. Kyurem absorbed the Dark Stone, transforming it into {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Kyurem|Black Kyurem}}. Reacting to Zekrom's absorption, the Light Stone reverted into Reshiram, freeing Black in the process. Black and White briefly fought Kyurem, but were distracted when N was ejected from the Dark Stone, giving Ghetsis the chance to attack and escape. Not wanting N to interfere with his control over Kyurem, Ghetsis knocked him off of Kyurem's back, sending him into the ocean below. Unbeknownst to Ghetsis, Colress secretly took N aboard the Plasma Frigate, curious about his ability to hear the voices of Pokémon.

In ''[[PS545|Deduction Time]]'', Ghetsis and Colress followed Kyurem, who had started moving towards the [[Giant Chasm]] of its own free will. Noticing the {{adv|Swords of Justice}} were giving chase, Ghetsis ordered the Shadow Triad to attack them.

In ''[[PS547|The Final Battle]]'', Ghetsis was confronted by {{adv|Whitley}}, N, [[Alder]], and {{adv|Looker}} deep within the Plasma Frigate. N stated he intended to take all the Pokémon stolen by Team Plasma and return them to where they properly belonged. Ghetsis denied this, declaring that he'd rather die along with his dream than live as a prisoner. He activated a self-destruct mechanism, causing an explosion that tore the Plasma Frigate apart from the inside, sending everyone flying. Ghetsis was saved by N, who stated that despite everything, he still loved Ghetsis as a father. Disgusted, Ghetsis rejected N's love, calling him a monster while beating his former son unconscious and bleeding. As he plummeted towards the ground, Ghetsis laughed at his villainy, only to be surprised when he was caught by Zekrom, who delivers him into Looker's custody.

Later, as he was being arrested by the [[International Police]], Ghetsis swore to one day return and restart his ambition to manipulate and lead the people. Whitley assured Ghetsis that his schemes would never succeed, stating that even if he were to somehow fool humans into following him, the Pokémon hurt by Team Plasma wouldn't be tricked and would never forgive him. Noticing the liberated Pokémon had begun to glare at him with anger in their eyes, Ghetsis fearfully broke down and walked into the police helicopter for his own safety.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Hydreigon
|gender=male
|type1=Dark
|type2=Dragon
|img=Ghetsis Hydreigon Adventures.png
|img_size=201px
|epnum=PS495
|epname=The Battle Within
|desc={{p|Hydreigon}} is Ghetsis's first known Pokémon. He was used by Ghetsis to fly to the [[Dragonspiral Tower]] so that he could meet and give the Dark Stone to N. He is shown to be very powerful, as he was able to easily defeat Black's entire team in a short amount of time. At N's Castle, he was used to battle Black, where his {{type|Fire}} moves gave him an advantage over Black's [[Tula]]. Eventually, he was defeated by an {{m|X-Scissor}} from Tula.

None of Hydreigon's moves are known and his [[Ability]] is {{a|Levitate}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Eelektross
|type1=Electric
|img=Ghetsis Eelektross Adventures.png
|epnum=PS497
|epname=Finding Truth
|desc={{p|Eelektross}} is Ghetsis's second known Pokémon. It was first used by Ghetsis to attack and stun Black so that the Dark Stone could be easily taken from {{DL|Nacrene City|Nacrene Museum}}. At N's Castle, it was used to battle Black, where its {{type|Electric}} allowed it to gain an easy advantage over Black's {{p|Carracosta|Costa}} and {{p|Braviary|Brav}}. Eventually, it was defeated by a {{m|Flare Blitz}} from [[Bo]].

Eelektross's only known move is {{m|Discharge}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}, and its [[Ability]] is {{a|Levitate}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Seismitoad
|type1=Water
|type2=Ground
|img=Ghetsis Seismitoad Adventures.png
|epnum=PS521
|epname=Triple Threat
|desc={{p|Seismitoad}} was used alongside the other Seven Sages' Pokémon to fend off several Trainers that were trying to rescue the captured Gym Leaders. Later, it is one of the Pokémon Ghetsis used in his battle against Black at N's Castle. Its {{type|Water}} gave it an advantage over Black's Bo. Eventually, it was defeated by Musha's {{m|Hidden Power}}.

Seismitoad's only known move is {{m|Hydro Pump}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}, and its [[Ability]] is {{a|Swift Swim}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Cofagrigus
|type1=Ghost
|img=Ghetsis Cofagrigus Adventures.png
|epnum=PS523
|epname=The Power of Dreams
|desc={{p|Cofagrigus}} is one of the Pokémon Ghetsis used in his battle against Black at N's Castle. Thanks to its {{type|Ghost}}, it easily had an advantage over Black's [[Musha]]. Eventually, it was defeated by Brav's {{m|Sky Drop}}.

None of Cofagrigus's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Ghetsis Toxicroak Adventures.png
|epnum=PS547
|epname=The Final Battle
|desc={{p|Toxicroak}} was used to battle [[Alder]] and {{adv|Looker}} on the [[Plasma Frigate]], but was defeated.

None of Toxicroak's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Drapion
|type1=Poison
|type2=Dark
|img=Ghetsis Drapion Adventures.png
|epnum=PS547
|epname=The Final Battle
|desc={{p|Drapion}} was used to battle [[Alder]] and {{adv|Looker}} on the [[Plasma Frigate]], but was defeated.

None of Drapion's moves are known.}}

=====Status unknown=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Volcarona
|type1=Bug
|type2=Fire
|img=Ghetsis Volcarona Adventures.png
|epnum=PS523
|epname=The Power of Dreams
|desc={{p|Volcarona}} is one of the Pokémon Ghetsis used in his battle against Black at N's Castle. Volcarona was found in the [[Relic Castle]], where it was later captured and eventually produced an Egg that hatched into the [[Shadow Triad]]'s {{p|Larvesta}}. Ghetsis used it to camouflage itself with the sun, allowing it to make Hydreigon's Fire-type attacks more powerful in secret. Eventually, it was found out when Black had Musha eat his dreams and then defeated by Costa's {{m|Stone Edge}}. Afterward, Ghetsis expressed disappointment in its easy defeat.

Volcarona did not appear in the {{MangaArc|Black 2 & White 2}}, thus leaving its current whereabouts unknown.

None of Volcarona's moves are known and its [[Ability]] is {{a|Flame Body}}.}}

=====Controlled=====
{{anchor|Kyurem 2}}{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tao trio (Adventures)
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Kyurem
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ice
|img=Ghetsis Kyurem Adventures.png
|img2=Black Kyurem Adventures.png
|epnum=PS536
|epname=Cold Storage Battle
|desc={{p|Kyurem}} was originally caught by [[Zinzolin]], but was taken control of by Colress with the Colress Machine. When N arrived to confront Team Plasma and put a stop to their plans, Colress gave Ghetsis the Colress Machine so he could use Kyurem in battle.}}

===Pocket Monsters BW===
Ghetsis talks with a Team Plasma member on what to do with Pokémon being released. {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} disguises himself as a ninja and listens in.

===Pocket Monsters BW: Meetings with the Legends===
Ghetsis appeared in Pocket Monsters BW: Meetings with the Legends.
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==In the TCG==
===Ghetsis===
[[File:GhetsisPlasmaFreeze115.jpg|200px|thumb|Full Art Ghetsis]]
{{main|Ghetsis (Plasma Freeze 101)}}
'''Ghetsis''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Black & White Series (the Japanese Black & White Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Team Plasma Battle Gift Set}} and the English {{TCG|Plasma Freeze}} expansion, with artwork by [[Yusuke Ohmura]]. A [[Full Art]] version of the card with artwork by [[Kanako Eo]] was released in the Japanese {{TCG|Spiral Force}} expansion and the English Plasma Freeze expansion. It forces the opponent to reveal their hand and shuffle all {{TCG|Item card}}s found their into their deck. Then, the player draws a number of cards equal to the number of Item cards the opponent shuffled into their deck. This card has been banned from the {{TCG|Expanded format}} since August 17, 2018.

===Boss's Orders===
During the English Scarlet & Violet Series (the Japanese Scarlet & Violet Era), Ghetsis was featured on the recurring {{TCG ID|Paldea Evolved|Boss's Orders|172}} card. The Japanese {{TCG|Triplet Beat}} subset and the English {{TCG|Paldea Evolved}} expansion included a Regular print with artwork by [[NC Empire]], an {{TCG|ultra rare}} version illustrated by [[Hideki Ishikawa]], and a {{TCG|special illustration rare}} print with artwork by [[hncl]]. Like previous copies of Boss's Orders, the card lets the player switch in one of their opponent's Benched Pokémon to the Active Spot.

===Other cards===
In Japan, as part of the Team Rainbow Rocket's Ambition campaign, seven Pretend Boss Pikachu cards were released as {{TCG|SM-P Promotional cards}}, [[Pretend Boss Pikachu (SM-P Promo 195)|one of which]] resembled Ghetsis.
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==Trivia==
[[File:Ghetsis right arm.png|thumb|250px|Ghetsis's right arm in the {{game|Black and White|s}} [[game intro]]]]
*According to his designer Keiko Moritsugu<ref name=ghetsisdesign>[http://bystrousky.blogspot.com/2019/07/blog-post.html?m=1]</ref>, Ghetsis is 200 cm (6'6") tall.
* During a fan meeting event held in the Yokohama Pokémon Center on August 5, 2012, [[Junichi Masuda]] revealed that Ghetsis's first name was originally going to be spelled differently (ゲーツィス ''Gētsisu'' rather than ゲーチス ''Gēchisu''), and romanized as ''G-Cis''.
* The top of Ghetsis's robes in his {{2v2|Black|White}} appearance resemble the {{wp|battlement}}s of a castle.
* Ghetsis has several unique attributes, as he is the only [[villainous team]] leader that:
** uses a [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]].
** is never battled more than once per game.
** serves as the final main game opponent in a [[core series]] game; this makes him the first final main game opponent to not be a Champion.
** is seen to be arrested at the conclusion of his plot in the {{pkmn|animated series}}.
* In {{B2W2}}, all of Ghetsis's Pokémon he also had in Black and White are two levels lower in Normal Mode and six levels lower in Easy Mode. However, they are two levels higher in Challenge Mode.
* Ghetsis's right arm is almost always concealed. In the core series, it is only seen in Pokémon Black and White's [[game intro]], where it is shaded darker than his left arm, while in {{aniseries|BW}}, it is not seen at all. In [[Pokémon Generations]], both of his arms are shown, although he still primarily uses the left one. In [[Pokémon Evolutions]], he is seen wearing a dark glove over his right hand and arm.
** In Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, Ghetsis mentions that he is going to take the player down with his "own hand" in singular, instead of "hand'''s'''" in plural, even though both forms of the [[Wiktionary:by one's own hand#English|phrase]] are commonly used.
** If {{mas|Ghetsis}}'s model in [[Pokémon Masters EX]] is viewed with his cape removed, it can be seen that his right arm is usually held behind his back<ref>https://twitter.com/PokeMasModels/status/1404594315364651013</ref>, as shown in some of his animations and in the Photo Creator, where the model can be posed. The [[Pokémon Center (store)|Pokémon Center]] Boss Pikachu plush of Ghetsis also has its right arm in a similar position.
** In addition to this, his right eye remains hidden by an eyepiece, with his first concept art showing it having a scar around itself.
** In his game appearances, his mouth also appears to have a slight slant to the left, as shown by his in-game sprites and models. This trait is not present in his incarnations from the animated series.
* Ghetsis's incarnation in {{aniseries|PTS}} appears to combine traits of his two main video game incarnations. His personality is similar to his characterization in Black and White, but his outfit and open motives are taken from Black 2 and White 2.
** Ghetsis was to appear with his Black and White design in [[BW024 (unaired)|the originally intended 24th episode]] of ''Pokémon the Series: Black & White'', but it was indefinitely postponed and its events were later retconned out of [[Canon|continuity]]. As a result of this episode being [[Banned episodes|banned]], all of Ghetsis's appearances in {{pkmn|animation}} depicted his Black 2 and White 2 design until the release of the music video [[GOTCHA!]] in September 2020. His original design was seen as a shadow in the music video, and later made its first full appearance in Pokémon Evolutions.
* Ghetsis bears some resemblance to Giovanni in his goals of world domination, a focus on Pokémon theft, a controversial parenthood, and the degradation of his sanity after being twice defeated by a child. However, Giovanni's appearance in Black 2 and White 2 shows him in a non-antagonistic role, while Ghetsis continues to be an antagonist.
* In Black and White, Ghetsis's Hydreigon has a super effective move against all of N's Pokémon in his final team.
* Ghetsis's Hydreigon is the only NPC Pokémon to have minimum [[friendship]], and is, therefore, the only one to use {{m|Frustration}} with maximum power.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{white color light}}; border:3px solid #{{black color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ゲーチス ''G-Cis''
| From the musical notes ''{{wp|G (musical note)|G}}'' and ''{{wp|C-sharp (musical note)|Cis}}'' (C♯), the pitches of the timpani used in his battle theme whose combination is a {{wp|tritone}} that had been referred to as ''Diabolus in Musica'' (The Devil in Music) in the 18th century<ref name=Masuda>[https://gamefreak.co.jp/blog/dir_english/2011/09/index.html "HIDDEN POWER of masuda" Director's Columns, No.212] (September 28, 2011)</ref>
|-
| English, Latin American Spanish, Brazilian Portuguese, Indonesian, Vietnamese
| Ghetsis
| From the pronunciations of ''G'' and ''Cis'' in German<ref name=Masuda/>
|-
| German
| G-Cis
| From his Japanese name
|-
| French
| Ghetis
| From his Japanese name
|-
| European Spanish
| Ghechis
| From his Japanese name
|-
| Italian
| Ghecis
| From his Japanese name
|-
| Korean
| 게치스 ''Gechiseu''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 魁奇思 ''Kuíqísī'' / ''Fūikèihsī''
| rowspan="2" | From the transcription of his Japanese name, 魁 ''kuí / fūi'' (chief), 鬼 ''guǐ / gwái'' (devil), and 奇 ''qí / kèih'' (strange)
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 魁奇思 ''Kuíqísī''
|-
| Russian
| Гетсис ''Getsis''
| Transcription of his English name
|-
| Thai
| เกซิส ''Kesit''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

===Harmonia===
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{white color light}}; border:3px solid #{{black color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{bulba color}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ハルモニア ''Harmonia''
| From ἁρμονίᾱ ''harmoníā'' (Greek for "{{wp|harmony}}")
|-
| English, German, French, Italian, Vietnamese
| Harmonia
| From her Japanese name
|-
| European Spanish
| Armonia
| From ''armonía'' (harmony)
|-
| Korean
| 하르모니아 ''Harmonia''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 哈爾孟尼亞 ''Hā'ěrmèngníyǎ'' / ''Hāyíhmaahngnèih'a''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

==References==
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==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Ghetsis|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

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Aeos energy

2026-06-21T13:00:49Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pokémon Horizons: The Series */

{{samename|manga chapter titled Aeos Energy|COA1}}
'''Aeos energy''' is a miraculous energy found exclusively on [[Aeos Island]].<ref name ="UNITEOverview">[https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/overview/ UNITE dedicated website overview]</ref> [[Professor Phorus]] is credited for its discovery.<ref name="COA1">''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]''</ref>

Aeos energy can be found everywhere on Aeos Island, perhaps being as pervasive as Pokémon. Aeos can be found accumulating in the oceans and plants of the isle, but Pokémon themselves have proven to be a more abundant source of Aeos energy.<ref name="COA1" />

Aeos energy is capable of being manipulated for a variety of tasks. The currently discovered uses include:
* Increasing a Pokémon's strength and enhancing their abilities.<ref name ="UNITEOverview" />
* Causing Pokémon to evolve.<ref name="Press2">[https://press.pokemon.com/en/releases/NEW-INFORMATION-REVEALED-FOR-Pokemon-UNITE NEW INFORMATION REVEALED FOR Pokémon UNITE], Press release</ref>
**It is possible for Aeos energy to cause a Pokémon to appear to have evolved, though in the one case this was shown the Aeos energy was not actively being controlled.<ref name="COA1" />
* Reducing a Pokémon back to [[level]] 1.<ref name="Press2" />
**This appears to also cause the affected Pokémon to [[Devolution|devolve]].<ref>[[Pokémon UNITE Opening Cinematic]]</ref>
* Creation of [[Holowear]], holographic clothing that Pokémon can wear in Unite Battles.<ref name ="UNITEOverview" /><ref name="Press2" />
* Converting it into useful items via a [[Energy Rewards|special machine]]<ref>Pokémon UNITE Energy Rewards menu</ref>

The [[Aeos Research Institute]] handles further study of the properties of Aeos energy.<ref name="UNITETutorial">Pokémon UNITE tutorial</ref>. They created the aforementioned machine.<ref name="UNITETutorial" />

Aeos energy multiplies when Pokémon and {{pkmn|Trainer}}s alike compete in battle.<ref name="COA1" /> So, the Unite Battle Committee created [[Unite Battle]]s to better harness this property.<ref name="COA1" /> Aeos energy is core to the function of a Unite Battle, in which Trainers aim to collect Aeos energy from the wild Pokémon in a stadium then send this energy through the opposing team's [[goal zone]]s in order to score points.

'''Aeos energy spots''' are locations where more Aeos energy is present than normal. Stadiums used for Unite Battles are built over Aeos energy spots.<ref name="COA4">''[[COA4|In Search of an Aeos Energy Spot]]''</ref> Every extant stadium is located at a Aeos energy spot Professor Phrous personally located.<ref name="COA4" />

==In the games==

Aeos energy is a item key to {{g|UNITE}}, both inside and outside battle.

===Unite Battles===
In battle, Pokémon have to collect Aeos energy then score in the [[goal zone]]s of the opposing team. Collecting Aeos energy is primarily done by defeating wild Pokémon. Every wild Pokémon holds a certain amount of Aeos energy, and when defeated the Trainer can then capture that Pokémon in their [[Unite Ball]]. This serves to store the Aeos energy that the Pokémon was holding for later use.

Alternatively, the player's Pokémon can pick up Aeos energy on the ground, where it takes the form of small yellow orbs. These are sometimes called '''energy points'''.<ref>{{DL|List of events in Pokémon UNITE|Welcome back!}}</ref> These come in multiple sizes, smaller ones granting 1 Aeos energy, and larger ones granting 5 Aeos energy. One way for energy points to be dropped to the ground this way is from defeating wild Pokémon should the Pokémon knocking out the wild Pokémon be unable to hold any more Aeos energy.

The amount of Aeos energy a trainer's Unite Ball can hold at once depends on the [[level]] of their Pokémon. At first the maximum is 30 Aeos energy. At level 9, this is increased by 10 so the maximum is 40 Aeos energy. At level 12, a Unite Ball gains its final upgrade and will store up to 50 Aeos energy at any given time. Defeating wild Pokémon while at capacity will cause their Aeos energy to drop to the ground as energy points instead of being granted directly to the player as part of catching them.

Once a trainer's Pokémon is at a goal zone, they can score a goal. The Aeos energy from the Unite Ball is launched at the trainer's Pokémon in a large yellow clump, at which point the Pokémon either knocks the sphere through the hoop or actively picks up the energy and dunks it through the hoop. How this happens depends on the species, but either way that trainer scores points for their team equal to the amount of Aeos energy put through the goal zone and empties out their Unite Ball. (In most stages during the Final Stretch of a Unite Battle, all points gained are doubled.)
(Certain Pokémon have more unique forms of scoring. For more information, see the [[goal zone]] page.)

In a Unite Battle, both teams fight each other for possession of Aeos energy. This happens both in terms of the teams racing to capture wild Pokémon and in direct combat against members of the opposing team. The second property occurs because if a trainer's Pokémon is [[knock out|knocked out]], they drop a portion of the Aeos energy they are holding to the ground. The other team's members can, as before, pick up this Aeos energy and potentially use it to score points. Even if the trainer's Pokémon is not holding any Aeos energy, some Aeos energy will still be dropped to the ground.

Certain Pokémon can be '''Aeos-energized'''. What makes this different from just the normal wild Pokémon on Aeos Island holding Aeos energy has yet to be determined. However, a {{P|Tinkaton}} provoked a group of such Aeos-energized Pokémon. The Aeos-energized Pokémon started to gang up on Tinkaton, and this can be seen in the [[Panic Parade]] mode. (They don't drop any energy points, but this may be a consequence of the PVE Battle mode rather than implying that Aeos-energized Pokémon do not drop their Aeos energy.) Aeos-energized Pokémon also appear in the [[Boss Rush]] mode, where players must defeat three Aeos-energized Boss Pokémon in a row, each more powerful than the last.

Some Pokémon have effects that allow them to use Aeos energy during battle or otherwise interact with Aeos energy in ways outside of the above paragraphs. Pokémon that formerly had EX Licenses all had a mechanic where they spent accumulated Aeos energy to get a benefit.
====EX Licenses====
*{{UNITE|Zacian}}: Through {{a|Intrepid Sword}}, it can channel Aeos energy into its blade by holding the scoring button. While powered up, its [[basic attack]]s become [[basic attack|boosted attack]]s and it can use a boosted version of a {{UNITE|move}}. When more Aeos energy is used at once, the buff lasts longer. Its [[Unite Move]], {{DL|Zacian (UNITE)|Sovereign Sword}}, can also consume Aeos Energy to gain power. The more Aeos energy put into Sovereign Sword, the stronger it gets. Additionally, Intrepid Sword makes opponents drop more Aeos energy than normal if Zacian is involved in knocking them out.
**Zacian receives some Aeos energy automatically during the [[Panic Parade]] game mode, which normally does not feature collect-able Aeos energy. No other Pokémon on this list get Aeos energy in this way.
*The [[Mewtwo (Unite License X)|Mewtwo that can Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo X]] and the [[Mewtwo (Unite License Y)|Mewtwo that can Mega Evolve into Mega Mewtwo Y]] can both use Aeos energy to extend the amount of time they [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]]. The more Aeos energy Mewtwo is holding, the longer it will stay Mega Evolved.
**This was a change added in version 1.14.1.2. Before this version, both Mewtwo's Mega Evolution did not cost any Aeos energy and lasted for a longer amount of time.
*{{UNITE|Miraidon}} uses Aeos energy for its [[Ability]] {{a|Hadron Engine}}. By spending its supply, Hadron Engine creates [[Electric Terrain]] over the surrounding area. If Miraidon has more Aeos energy to spare, the area of effect becomes larger.
*{{UNITE|Ho-Oh}} can use Aeos energy to enhance its Unite Move, {{DL|Ho-Oh (UNITE)|Rekindling Flame}}, allowing it to revive more fallen teammates the more Aeos energy it is holding.

====Non-EX Licenses====
* {{UNITE|Falinks}} uses {{a|Battle Armor}} to hold 10 more Aeos energy than any other Pokémon.
* {{UNITE|Sableye}} can use {{m|Feint Attack}} to create dummy Aeos energy, which explodes on contact with opposing Pokémon. Even more helpful is that Sableye can see the locations of its dummy Aeos energy on the minimap, and view the area around its dummy Aeos energy as though Sableye was standing there. Dummy Aeos energy appears with a purple aura to it for Sableye and its teammates, but not to opponents. Sableye also has {{m|Thief}}, which lets it steal Aeos energy from opponents, and {{m|Knock Off}}, which instead can cause opponents to drop their Aeos energy and prevent them from picking any up for a short time.
* {{UNITE|Hoopa}} has the {{a|Magician}} [[Ability]], which primarily steals [[Sitrus Berry|Sitrus Berries]] from the opposing team's side of the Battle Map. If there are none to be found, it instead uses a ring to warp some Aeos energy currently on the ground and place it in front of Hoopa.
*{{UNITE|Dodrio}}'s Aeos energy is split between all of its heads as part of its {{a|Run Away}} Ability. As a {{p|Doduo}}, the Aeos energy is split in half between the two heads and half of the Aeos energy held will be scored at a time. As a Dodrio, the Aeos energy will instead be split in thirds between the three heads and a third of the Aeos energy held will be scored at a time.

===Energy Rewards menu===
After completing Unite Battles, players collect Aeos energy for use in the Energy Rewards menu. This Aeos energy is fully separate from the Aeos energy seen in the Unite Battle proper. For every 100 Aeos energy collected, the player earns one '''energy reward'''.<ref name="SupportEnergy">[https://support.pokemon.com/hc/en-us/articles/4404740700948-How-do-Energy-Rewards-work-in-Pok%C3%A9mon-UNITE-and-what-is-the-difference-between-Extra-Energy-Tanks-and-Energy-Boost-Tanks How do Energy Rewards work in Pokémon UNITE and what is the difference between Extra-Energy Tanks and Energy Boost Tanks?], Pokémon Support</ref> This is a use of the [[Energy Rewards|machine]] seen in the menu, which generates a random '''energy reward''' from the energy reward.<ref name="UNITETutorial" /> (This sentence is correct). The player can add an Energy Boost Tank to the machine, which allows the player to collect more Aeos energy after each Unite Battle. This empties out the Aeos energy from the Energy Boost Tank.<ref name="SupportEnergy" />

However, only 1400 Aeos energy can be collected per week.<ref name="SupportEnergy" /> An Energy Boost Tank only accelerates the player toward reaching that cap rather than adding to it. However, an Extra-Energy Tank can also be added to the machine. When players run out of weekly Aeos energy, they will instead take Aeos energy from the Extra-Energy Tank. An Extra-Energy Tank has 1000 Aeos energy inside.<ref name="SupportEnergy" />

==In animation==
[[File:Aeos energy anime.png|thumb|250px|Aeos energy in {{aniseries|HZ}}]]
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
Aeos energy was presented in [[HZ141]], with its qualities getting explained and demonstrated during a Unite Battle between the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] and the [[Shining Oceans]]. Each of the Rising Volt Tacklers' Pokémon and most of the Shining Oceans's Pokémon used the energy to unleash their Unite Moves over the course of the battle while collecting it from [[wild Pokémon]]. Close to the end of the battle, the Rising Volt Tacklers succeeded in defeating a {{p|Zapdos}} and collecting its Aeos energy to score the goals they needed to pull off a win.

===Pokémon UNITE Opening Cinematic===
A Unite Battle at [[Remoat Stadium]] was featured in the [[Pokémon UNITE Opening Cinematic]]. In it, both teams were seen reset to [[level]] 1 through the power of Aeos energy, with a number of participants [[devolution|devolving]] in the process. Both teams also knocked out a number of [[wild Pokémon]] to capture them, but no Aeos energy was seen. At one point, {{UNITE|Lucario}} leapt into the air, fired an [[Lucario (UNITE)#Unite Move|Aura Cannon]] at an opposing {{UNITE|Absol}}, grabbed a ball of Aeos energy passed from offscreen, then finished by dunking it through a [[goal zone]]. Later on, {{UNITE|Cinderace}} used a bicycle kick to launch Aeos energy into an opposing goal zone, though it is unknown if {{UNITE|Pikachu}} successfully blocked this shot. Cinderace's Aeos energy was purple instead of yellow, possibly because it was on the opposing team of the Lucario.

A Unite Battle at [[Theia Sky Ruins]] was featured in [[Challenge the World!]]. In it, {{UNITE|Greninja}} rode it's {{DL|Greninja (UNITE)|Unite Move|Waterburst Shuriken}} forward, grabbing a ball of Aeos energy along the way. Together with its teammate {{UNITE|Comfey}}, Greninja slammed the Aeos energy through the opposing team's goal zone.
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==In the manga==
===Pokémon UNITE Manga - Come On Over to Aeos Island!===
Aeos energy is a recurring topic in [[Pokémon UNITE Manga - Come On Over to Aeos Island!]], as per it being background information for the game proper. Pokémon affected by Aeos energy are given a pale pink outline, not unlike [[Dynamax]].

While [[Holowear]] appears in the manga, it never clarifies if Holowear is made using Aeos energy. As such, Holowear is not listed on this page.

During [[Professor Phorus]]'s flashback in ''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]'', her {{p|Beldum}} and a wild {{p|Scorbunny}} partook in a race on Aeos Island. The competition may have affected the Pokémon, causing them to appear to evolve into {{p|Metagross}} and {{p|Cinderace}}. In the present, a vision of the machine used in the Energy Rewards menu is seen as Professor Phorus explained her ideals for using Aeos energy to benefit all Pokémon.

In ''[[COA4|In Search of an Aeos Energy Spot]]'', Professor Phorus and [[Erbie]] were trekking into the mountains of Aeos Island, looking for an Aeos energy spot. Phorus carried a tablet capable of detecting Aeos energy. When the two came across an especially foggy area, Erbie had his {{p|Rufflet}} use {{m|Defog}} to clear the air. At this point, the Rufflet and the researchers' Metagross and {{p|Elekid}} started to glow pink. The fog hid ancient ruins, and as the two advanced further they encountered a number of wild Pokémon affected by Aeos energy. The tablet detected even stronger readings, and Professor Phorus determined that the ruins were over an Aeos energy spot. As such, Phorus declared the site to be the new location of what would become the [[Theia Sky Ruins]] stadium.

==See also==
*[[Infinity Energy]]
*[[Z-Power]]
*[[Galar particles]]
*[[Terastal energy]]
*[[Sync stone]]

==References==
<references/>
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Carmine

2026-06-21T12:48:59Z

Gengarzilla: /* Character */

{{Character Infobox
|color={{Indigo Disk color light}}
|corecolor={{scarlet color light}}
|bordercolor={{scarlet color dark}}
|name=Carmine
|jname=ゼイユ
|jtranslit=Zeiyu
|tmname=Seille
|image=Scarlet Violet Carmine.png
|size=190px
|caption=Art from [[The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero]]
|age=Unconfirmed{{#tag:ref|She is the older sister of Kieran, who is stated to be an adolescent.<ref name="teen">Carmine: ''"What's [Kieran's] problem? He's been all bent out of shape since yesterday. [...] Must be teen angst or something. It happens!"'' ({{g|Scarlet and Violet}})</ref> When Carmine refers to the village kids, she includes herself among them, implying that she still considers herself to be a kid.<ref name="Age">Carmine: ''"Most of the kids in town wear masks of the Loyal Three, like me. Did I mention they’re our heroes?"'' (Japanese: あたしとか　村の子の　お面もありがた～い　ともっこさまの　顔なんだよ ''The masks worn by the village kids like me also depict the Loyal Three, who we are grateful to.'') ({{g|Scarlet and Violet}})</ref> In French, she explicitly states that she is still an adolescent.<ref>Roseille: ''"Personnellement, j'ai beau être aussi une ado, je reste toujours aussi agréable. Donc je sais pas ce qu'il se passe dans la tête d'un ado torturé..."'' ([[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Pokémon Écarlate et Violet]])</ref> Her actual age is not otherwise known.|group="lower-alpha"}}
|gender=Female
|hometown=[[Mossui Town]]
|region=[[Kitakami]]
|relatives=[[Kieran]] (younger brother) [[Yukito and Hideko|Yukito]] (grandfather) [[Yukito and Hideko|Hideko]] (grandmother) Mentioned great grandfather Mentioned ancestor
|eyes=Yellow
|hair=Black with scarlet underlayer
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|gen={{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet|Scarlet, Violet}} {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|counterpart=[[Carmine (Masters)]]
|trainer=[[Pokémon Trainer]]
|enva=Abby Espiritu<ref>https://resumes.actorsaccess.com/abbyespiritu</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|jpva=Ikumi Hasegawa ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{scarlet color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'' ''[[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]''
|debut=''[[HZ069|Roy is Crocalor, and Crocalor is Roy!]]'' (''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Horizons]]'') ''[[PPW04|Breathe Together]] ''(''[[Pokémon: Paldean Winds|Paldean Winds]]'')
|enva=Sarah Anne Williams (''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Horizons]]'')
|jpva=[[Misato Fukuen]] (''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series|Horizons]]'')
}}
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'''Carmine''' (Japanese: '''ゼイユ''' ''Seille'') is a [[friend]] and [[rival]] character introduced in [[The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero]]. She is originally from [[Kitakami]] and attends [[Blueberry Academy]] with her younger brother, [[Kieran]].

==In the core series games==
=== Personality ===
Carmine is a part of [[Blueberry Academy]]'s sudent body<ref>Blueberry Academy student, Classroom 3-2: ''"Our class has Amarys, the student council prez... and Carmine, the student body pest!"'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk)</ref> and is native to [[Kitakami]]'s [[Mossui Town]], having been born there.<ref>Carmine: ''"Anyway, as you all know, this village is where I was born."'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Teal Mask)</ref> She exhibits a complex social dynamic, acting cold towards people outside of her hometown (whom she calls "outsiders") while masking her true feelings behind politeness. Additionally, she is very egotistical, boasting about her battle skills and appearance. This usually causes friction between her and others, so much so that her characteristics appear to be common knowledge among fellow Kitakami residents<ref>''Word is that [Carmine] can be chilly toward people from other regions.'' ([https://scarletviolet.pokemon.com/en-us/news/new_characters/ New Characters — Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet | Official Website])</ref> and academy students.<ref>[[Blueberry Academy]] {{tc|student}}: ''"Yeah, Carmine's kinda self-absorbed, but it's hard not to like her anyway."'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk)</ref>

Her relationship with Kieran often fluctuates between dismissiveness and concern. Her constant rudeness has a negative impact on her brother, whom she spends a great deal of time telling to be quiet and routinely berating for his perspective on the story of the Loyal Three. She has also brushed off his unusual behavior after the Festival of Masks in [[The Teal Mask]] as teenage angst. Despite this, she cares about him deep down, worrying about his wellbeing even after assuming he was in a rebellious phase in [[The Indigo Disk]].

In the academy, Carmine is good friends with [[Amarys]]<ref>[[Amarys]]: ''"For my part, Kieran is the younger brother of my dear friend, Carmine."'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk)</ref> and detests [[Drayton]] for his slacker personality, giving him the nickname "bozo". He constantly brings her to lose her temper, especially when the two are on screen together.

Carmine's grandfather [[Yukito and Hideko|Yukito]] and her ancestors before her were skilled at carving masks. One of them was an ancient mask maker, who made Ogerpon's masks and passed down its true backstory to later generations.

===Appearance===
Carmine is a tall girl with long, bi-colored black hair. It curls downwards into several long strands that taper out into ribbon shapes, with two longer strands that protrude from just above her ears. The others reach down to her to just above her waist, facing outwards to reveal a scarlet color. Two short bangs hang out from the direct center of her forehead; intersecting atop each other and reaching down to her nose, with all of her hair being held together by a bright yellow hairband. Carmine's eyes feature similarly bright yellow irises, with long, slit-shaped black pupils. Whenever she is in a state of anger or seriousness, (as seen briefly in the beginning of a battle against her) Carmine's eyes lose their white shine for a brief moment. A mole can be seen under her left eye, which has sharp, distinct eyelashes. In moments of distress, Carmine tugs on the longer ends of her hair, and occasionally brushes aside the bangs on her forehead when in battle. When laughing, she clasps both hands in front of her face.

Most of the time, Carmine wears a variation of the [[Blueberry Academy]] winter uniform; a deep blue, three-button up jacket with the school's insignia to the left of the torso. Below is a white undershirt that reaches to her neck. On the back-side of the jacket arm, a noticeably brighter blue stripe can be seen. Below, the uniform's pants are long, blue, and form-fitting, particularly towards the ankles. An inverted V-shaped stripe can be seen towards the knees of the pants; the leftmost leg's shape being pure white, with the rightmost being the same brighter blue color that was on the arms. A white belt is worn around the uniform's waist. When taking time off from school, Carmine often wears long pajamas, which her concept art describes as "Holiday style". It also details her enjoyment of sweet snacks.

Carmine also wears a red glove with a fingerless thumb on her right hand, as well as a yellow bag around her waist, with two large grey zippers, identical to her brother's. It's unknown what is contained in the pouch, as she retrieves her Poké Balls from a back pocket when in battle, which she throws in a back-handed, underarm fashion. When watching others in battle, she stands with her hands clasped together, lightly bouncing up and down.

During, and the morning after the Festival of Masks, Carmine wears a blue {{wp|jinbei}}, which bears simplified markings of {{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}} and {{p|Fezandipiti}}. The short arms are segmented by wide meshes halfway through, with the pockets on the bottom half also partially bearing a mesh design. On her feet, Carmine wears sandals. The mask she chooses to hook around her hairband is that which represents Munkidori.

===History===
====[[Pokémon Scarlet and Violet]]====
=====[[The Teal Mask]]=====
[[File:Carmine selfie Festival of Masks.png|thumb|The picture taken by Carmine during the Festival of Masks]]
Carmine and [[Kieran]] are chosen to accompany the incoming students from [[Naranja Academy]]{{sup/9|S}}/[[Uva Academy]]{{sup/9|V}} on a cultural tour of the area under the watch of her teacher [[Briar]]. She initially comes across as an unwelcoming presence towards the player from the moment they enter Mossui Town, picking a fight with them upon their arrival. After the battle, she hastily prompts the player to pair with her brother during the orienteering exercise.

Once the player is introduced to [[Yukito and Hideko]] at the end of their first day of orienteering, Carmine joins the player and Kieran for the [[Festival of Masks]], without inviting her assigned partner. Faced with one mask shorter, she challenges the player to a battle to decide the distribution among the three. When the three arrive at the festival, Carmine makes sure to take a group selfie of them at the event.

She challenges the player to beat her high score in [[Ogre Oustin']]. Then, on the outskirts of the festival, Carmine and the player have a chance encounter with {{ga|Ogerpon}}, a Pokémon from the local legend that became vilified after a battle with another group of Pokémon called the [[Loyal Three]], which flees after dropping a [[Teal Mask]]. Although Carmine feels conflicted, she ultimately decides to lie to Kieran about the event to protect him. Knowing Kieran idolized Ogerpon, she fears he will blame them for missing a chance to meet it.

The next morning, Carmine accompanies the player to give the mask back to her grandfather, who reveals Ogerpon's true story to the duo - that the "Loyal" Three were actually a group of bandits who attacked Ogerpon's partner and stole three masks made for it by the siblings' distant ancestor. Ogerpon slew the Loyal Three, but the villagers believed it was attacking them and came to fear it. Upon realizing that the ogre was maligned for what really happened, Carmine immediately moves to tell the village of the truth, though her grandfather prevents her hot-headedness from causing trouble, stating that the truth would only make things worse. She vows to make the Pokémon happy, volunteering to help restore its mask alongside the player.

Carmine and the player then visit the [[Crystal Pool]] to retrieve a [[Crystal Cluster]] in order to fix the mask, where she recalls a rumor that one can meet people there who have passed away. They encounter Briar after battling a [[Milotic (Pokémon)|Milotic]] at the pool.

Discovering that Kieran overheard the conversation and erroneously assumed that the pair were excluding him out of spite, Carmine accompanies the player to the Monument of the Loyal Three, where Kieran, having stolen Ogerpon's mask, does battle with the player. He storms off following his defeat, though in that moment the Loyal Three unexpectedly come back to life, making their way towards Kitakami Hall. The villagers, unaware of the truth behind the original tale, both feed the Loyal Three and present them with the three remaining stolen masks. When Carmine is unable to get a word in to convince them otherwise, she heads to the [[Dreaded Den]] with the player to stop the Loyal Three from harming Ogerpon. After {{p|Munkidori}} is defeated, the trio run off, where Carmine assumes the role as the leader of what she calls the '''"Mask Retrieval Squad"''' in order to get them back. She and the player accompany Ogerpon to track down and battle the now-[[Titan Pokémon|Titanic-sized]] {{p|Okidogi}}, {{p|Munkidori}} and {{p|Fezandipiti}}, while Kieran returns to Mossui Town to reveal the true nature of Ogerpon's story. With Ogerpon's reputation safely restored among the villagers, the group returns to Ogerpon's mountain home, where Ogerpon chooses the player to be its Trainer.

To Carmine's annoyance, Kieran demands a final battle with the player for the right to take Ogerpon, irrespective of Ogerpon's wishes, where the player subsequently defeats Kieran and catches Ogerpon. The following day, Carmine challenges the player, insisting that they use Ogerpon on their team. After their journey in Kitakami, she appears to have something heartfelt to tell the player, but is cut short by a phone call telling her to return to the village. Towards the end of The Teal Mask, Carmine realizes that the way she treated those visiting Kitakami was wrong, with her behavior being out of fear that her home was to become a tourist trap for strangers that wouldn't fully appreciate it. Kieran and Carmine are to return early to Blueberry Academy due to an unexpected development in the [[Great Crater of Paldea]], with Carmine giving the final farewell on behalf of Kieran.

=====[[The Indigo Disk]]=====
Upon returning from the trip to Kitakami, Carmine resumes her studies at Blueberry Academy While taking occasional trips with Briar to help with her research. Over time, however, she begins to notice a drastic change in Kieran's behavior and attitude, as her brother has developed a single minded focus on becoming a stronger trainer. This concern quickly turns into shock when, upon defeating her longtime frenemy [[Drayton]] and becoming Champion of [[BB League|the school's unofficial League]], Kieran starts using his new authority to bully and harass other students in the club. While Drayton and the other members of the club's Elite Four try to figure out how to get Kieran under control, Carmine, knowing none of them are strong enough to deal with him on their own, approaches the school's director, Cyrano, and convinces him to invite the player to Blueberry Academy as an exchange student, hoping that their presence alone will help calm her brother down.

While waiting for the player to arrive, Carmine meets up with [[Amarys]] in the center of the [[Terarium|Terrarium]], and the two discuss Kieran's change in attitude. When they arrive, she challenges them to a friendly battle, but the mood turns tense when they watch Kieran force another student out of the BB League shortly afterwards. She tells them about her concerns and asks them to look out for her brother while they are at the academy. However, she is left angry and flustered when Kieran, with Drayton's prodding, has the player entered into BB League at a high ranking, leading her to assume that Drayton, having gauged how strong the player is from what little she mentioned about them, is trying to use the player to humiliate her brother in front of the school rather than deal with him himself.[[File:Carmine selfie Blueberry Academy.png|thumb|The picture taken by Carmine after the credits]]Carmine is there to watch the player become the BB League Champion after they defeat Kieran. Following this, Briar informs him, the player, and Carmine that she's recently gotten permission from Paldea League chairwoman and Top Champion [[Geeta]] to search [[Area Zero]] for a mysterious Pokémon called {{p|Terapagos}}. When Kieran quickly joins her and the player, Carmine, suspecting her brother has ulterior motives, participates as well. In the [[Area Zero Underdepths|Underdepths]], Kieran, egged on by a glory-blinded Briar, attempts to use Terapagos to defeat the player, resulting in the Pokémon losing control of its power and the player stepping in to subdue it. Carmine attempts to help, but with the bulk of her team already taken out by the other powerful Pokémon in the area, she is forced to beg Kieran for help. Though initially hesitant, Kieran comes to his senses and helps the player defeat Terapagos and ultimately catch it, where both he and Carmine burst into tears after all is calm.

After returning to Blueberry Academy, Kieran makes amends with the player, and Carmine once again takes a picture of all three together.

=== [[Mochi Mayhem]] ===
[[File:Mdl Carmine Mochi.png|frame|Carmine under the influence of {{p|Pecharunt}}]]
Some time after the events in the [[Area Zero Underdepths]], Kieran invites the player and their friends from Paldea, [[Nemona]], [[Arven]] and [[Penny]], to visit him in Kitakami. When they get there, they discover that ever since Kieran sent his invitation, Carmine has been acting extremely erratically; her eyes have turned purple, she is obsessively doing a strange dance, and she is only capable of uttering the word "Mochi". The player and Kieran investigate to discover that the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{p|Pecharunt}} has been feeding the villagers of Kitakami tainted mochi, brainwashing them, including Carmine. The two pursue and confront Pecharunt, who summons the brainwashed villagers to protect it. Kieran holds the group off while the player defeats the brainwashed [[Nemona]] and catches Pecharunt, restoring Carmine to normal in the process. Afterwards, the group is able to finally enjoy their Kitakami vacation, with Nemona battling Carmine at least a dozen times. Several days later, the siblings see the player off before returning to Blueberry Academy.

Over the course of the post-game, and as mentioned when she returns to Blueberry Academy, she comes to terms with the fact that she's incredibly overprotective of her younger brother, and that she'll dial it back in the future. She is also deeply embarrassed at the events of [[Mochi Mayhem]], shouting at the player if they answer "Well, actually..." when Carmine asks if they recorded any videos of her dancing.

===Pokémon===
====First battle====
Winning this battle is not mandatory. The player will not [[black out]] and the story will progress either way.

=====Before completing {{DL|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|The Way Home}}=====
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| name = Carmine
| location = Mossui Town
| game = SV
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0261
| pokemon = Poochyena
| gender = female
| level = 12
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Run Away
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Tackle | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Howl | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0037
| pokemon = Vulpix
| gender = female
| level = 12
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Flash Fire
| move1 = Ember | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Disable | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Quick Attack | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Spite | move4type = Ghost | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1012
| pokemon = Poltchageist
| gender = none
| level = 13 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Poltchageist|Counterfeit Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Mega Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Astonish | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Withdraw | move3type = Water | move3cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====After completing The Way Home=====
{{Party
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| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,360
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Mossui Town
| game = SV
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0261
| pokemon = Poochyena
| gender = female
| level = 60
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Run Away
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0037
| pokemon = Vulpix
| gender = female
| level = 60
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Flash Fire
| move1 = Flamethrower | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Extrasensory | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Will-O-Wisp | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Disable | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1012
| pokemon = Poltchageist
| gender = none
| level = 60 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Poltchageist|Counterfeit Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Giga Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Foul Play | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Second battle====
=====Before completing {{DL|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|The Way Home}}=====
{{Party
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| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine 2.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}1,064
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Mossui Town
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 16
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| move1 = Thunder Shock | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Power Trip | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Bite | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Leer | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 16
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Leaf Guard
| move1 = Struggle Bug | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Razor Leaf | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 18
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Take Down | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Howl | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1012
| pokemon = Poltchageist
| gender = none
| level = 19 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Poltchageist|Counterfeit Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Mega Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Astonish | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Withdraw | move3type = Water | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====After completing The Way Home=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine 2.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,584
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Mossui Town
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 62
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| held = Focus Sash
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lash Out | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Thunder Wave | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Seed Bomb | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 63
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Chlorophyll
| move1 = Bug Buzz | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Energy Ball | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 63
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 64 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Foul Play | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
====First Multi Battle partner====
Carmine joins the {{player}} as a [[Multi Battle]] partner against a {{p|Milotic}} at the [[Crystal Pool]].

=====Before completing {{DL|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|The Way Home}}=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = none
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Crystal Pool
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 20
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| move1 = Thunder Shock | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Power Trip | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Bite | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Leer | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 20
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Leaf Guard
| move1 = Struggle Bug | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Razor Leaf | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 20
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Take Down | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Howl | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1012
| pokemon = Poltchageist
| gender = none
| level = 20 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Poltchageist|Counterfeit Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Mega Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Astonish | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Withdraw | move3type = Water | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====After completing The Way Home=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = none
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Crystal Pool
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 63
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| held = Focus Sash
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lash Out | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Thunder Wave | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Seed Bomb | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 63
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Chlorophyll
| move1 = Bug Buzz | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Energy Ball | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 63
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 64 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Foul Play | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Second Multi Battle partner====
Carmine joins the {{player}} as a [[Multi Battle]] partner against the Titanic [[Loyal Three]] in no set order.

=====Before completing {{DL|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|The Way Home}}=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = none
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Kitakami
| locationname = Wistful Fields/Paradise Barrens/Oni Mountain
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| move1 = Thunder Shock | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Power Trip | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Bite | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Leer | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Leaf Guard
| move1 = Struggle Bug | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Razor Leaf | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 28
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Bite | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Take Down | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Howl | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1012
| pokemon = Poltchageist
| gender = none
| level = 28 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Poltchageist|Counterfeit Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Mega Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Astonish | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Withdraw | move3type = Water | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====After completing The Way Home=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = none
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Kitakami
| locationname = Wistful Fields/Paradise Barrens/Oni Mountain
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 70
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| held = Focus Sash
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lash Out | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Thunder Wave | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Seed Bomb | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0541
| pokemon = Swadloon
| gender = female
| level = 70
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Chlorophyll
| move1 = Bug Buzz | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sticky Web | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Energy Ball | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 70
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 70 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Foul Play | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Third battle====
Carmine will only battle the player if they have {{p|Ogerpon}} in their party, or if they don't have Ogerpon in their party or [[Pokémon Storage System|boxes]].

Carmine has special dialogue if the player uses Ogerpon in this battle, which appears if Ogerpon is not sent out first.

=====Before completing {{DL|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|The Way Home}}=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}1,960
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Loyalty Plaza
| game = SV
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 33
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 33
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Seed Bomb | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Torment | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Uproar | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0542
| pokemon = Leavanny
| gender = female
| level = 34
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Swarm
| move1 = X-Scissor | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = String Shot | move3type = Bug | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Trailblaze | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0038
| pokemon = Ninetales
| gender = female
| level = 34
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Flash Fire
| move1 = Incinerate | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Spite | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Extrasensory | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Will-O-Wisp | move4type = Fire | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 35 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Foul Play | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Scald | move3type = Water | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Stun Spore | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====After completing The Way Home=====
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}5,920
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Loyalty Plaza
| game = SV
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 70
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Sucker Punch | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Play Rough | move4type = Fairy | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 71
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| held = Focus Sash
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lash Out | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Thunder Wave | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Seed Bomb | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0542
| pokemon = Leavanny
| gender = female
| level = 72
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Grass
| ability = Chlorophyll
| move1 = Leaf Blade | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = X-Scissor | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Swords Dance | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fell Stinger | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0038
| pokemon = Ninetales
| gender = female
| level = 72
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Flash Fire
| move1 = Flamethrower | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Extrasensory | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Will-O-Wisp | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Disable | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 74 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hex | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Stun Spore | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Scald | move4type = Water | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Fourth battle====
Carmine will send out her {{p|Sinistcha}} last and {{Tera}}stallize it at the first opportunity.

Carmine has special dialogue if the player uses {{p|Ogerpon}} in this battle.

{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}6,000
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Central Plaza
| game = SV
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0733
| pokemon = Toucannon
| gender = female
| level = 74
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Sheer Force
| move1 = Beak Blast | move1type = Flying | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Throat Chop | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Flame Charge | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Dual Wingbeat | move4type = Flying | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 74
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Super Fang | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Sucker Punch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0560
| pokemon = Scrafty
| gender = female
| level = 74
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Fighting
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Brick Break | move1type = Fighting | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Crunch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Ice Punch | move3type = Ice | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Bulk Up | move4type = Fighting | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 75 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| tera = Grass
| icon = tera
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hex | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Stun Spore | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Scald | move4type = Water | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Area Zero Multi Battle partner====
Carmine joins the {{player}} as a [[Multi Battle]] partner against {{p|Terapagos}} at [[Area Zero]]. She is scripted to be defeated by the end of the first phase; if her lone {{p|Sinistcha}} is not [[Fainting|knocked out]] by the time Terapagos's first barrier breaks, he will use {{m|Zen Headbutt}} on Sinistcha, knocking it out irrespective of the [[damage]] formula or any other effects that would prevent it from being used or would cause Sinistcha to survive.<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonScarletViolet/comments/18knpoo/well_thats_one_way_to_bypass_sturdyspoilers/?rdt=42498 Sinistcha faints from Terapagos despite Sturdy activating</ref>
{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = none
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Area Zero Underdepths
| game = SV
| pokemon = 1
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 75 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| ability = Hospitality
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Life Dew | move2type = Water | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Shadow Ball | move3type = Ghost | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Rage Powder | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
====[[League Club Room]]====
Carmine will send out her {{p|Sinistcha}} last and {{Tera}}stallize it at the first opportunity.

{{Party
| background = {{Indigo Disk color light}}
| border = {{scarlet color dark}}
| headcolor = {{scarlet color light}}
| sprite = VSCarmine.png
| size = x100px
| prize = {{PDollar}}18,260
| class = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Carmine
| location = Blueberry Academy
| game = SV
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0262
| pokemon = Mightyena
| gender = female
| level = 82
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Super Fang | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Howl | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Yawn | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Sucker Punch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0733
| pokemon = Toucannon
| gender = female
| level = 82
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Sheer Force
| move1 = Beak Blast | move1type = Flying | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Throat Chop | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Flame Charge | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Dual Wingbeat | move4type = Flying | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0877
| pokemon = Morpeko
| form = -Full
| gender = female
| level = 82
| type1 = Electric
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Hunger Switch
| held = Focus Sash
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Aura Wheel | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lash Out | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Thunder Wave | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Seed Bomb | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0038
| pokemon = Ninetales
| gender = female
| level = 82
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Flash Fire
| move1 = Flamethrower | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Extrasensory | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Will-O-Wisp | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Disable | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 0560
| pokemon = Scrafty
| gender = female
| level = 82
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Fighting
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Brick Break | move1type = Fighting | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Crunch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Ice Punch | move3type = Ice | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Bulk Up | move4type = Fighting | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 9
| ndex = 1013
| pokemon = Sinistcha
| gender = none
| level = 83 {{color2|000|List of Pokémon with form differences#Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| tera = Grass
| icon = tera
| ability = Hospitality
| held = Occa Berry
| heldgame = SV
| move1 = Matcha Gotcha | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hex | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Stun Spore | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Scald | move4type = Water | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
====Traded to the player====
Upon the third unique interaction with Carmine in the League Club Room, she will trade a Poltchageist to the player in exchange for almost any Pokémon excluding {{Shiny}}, {{pkmn2|Legendary}}, or [[Mythical Pokémon]].

{{SVievent
|ndex=1012
|ball=Poké
|pokemon=Poltchageist
|form=Counterfeit Form
|level=30
|teratype=Water
|type=Grass|type2=Ghost
|ot=Carmine
|id=704310
|ability=Hospitality
|nature=Sassy
|met=a Link Trade
|ribbon=Partner
|hpiv=12
|atkiv=19
|defiv=29
|spaiv=31
|spdiv=3
|speiv=22
|move1=Hex|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Special
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Status
|move4=Scald|move4type=Water|move4cat=Special
|method=[[In-game trade]] (League Club Room)
|gift=yes
|trade=yes
|scale=128}}

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Carmine (Masters)}}
Carmine forms a [[sync pair]] with {{form|Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}} {{p|Sinistcha}}, {{p|Swadloon}}, and {{ga|Pecharunt}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Her Sinistcha is capable of Sync {{Tera}}stallizing into the {{t|Grass}} type. Carmine became a playable sync pair on July 29, 2025.

{{PairDex/h|scarlet|blueberry}}
{{PairDex|233|Carmine|trainerlink=Carmine (Masters)#Sinistcha|trainerimg=Carmine|1013 Tera Grass|Sinistcha|form={{Form|Sinistcha|Unremarkable Form}}|tera=Grass|Grass|Fire|Support|exrole=Field|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|233|Carmine|trainerlink=Carmine (Masters)#Swadloon|trainerimg=Carmine|0541|Swadloon|gender=female|Bug|Fire|Support|4EX|Trainer Lodge Friendship Level 100}}
{{PairDex|233|Carmine|trainerlink=Carmine (Masters)#Pecharunt|trainerimg=Carmine Sygna|1025|sygna=[[Sygna suit|Sygna Suit]]|Pecharunt|pokemonlink=Pecharunt (game)|exmaster=yes|buddy=yes|Poison|Psychic|Special Strike|exrole=Sprint|6|EX Master Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Carmine/Quotes}}

==In animation==
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
[[File:Carmine anime.png|250px|thumb|Carmine in {{aniseries|HZ}}]]
Carmine made her {{pkmn|animated series}} debut in ''[[HZ069|Roy is Crocalor, and Crocalor is Roy!]]''. During a harvest festival, Carmine was approached by [[Friede]] who wanted to know more about her {{p|Sinistcha}}. Not wanting to pay too much attention to him, she sent him away, but with his insistence, the two got into a series of contests, which ended in a [[Pokémon battle]] between the two. Frustrated by her defeat, she challenged Friede once more, but after discovering that he was looking for [[Briar]], Carmine revealed that she was her student and where she was at that moment.

Carmine made an appearance in a flashback in ''[[HZ085|The Pokémon Paradise of Laqua!]]''.

About a year later, in ''[[HZ116|Terarium Training!]]'', Carmine reunited with [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]], where she mentioned the battle she had with Friede and revealed that she is currently a researcher assisting Briar by traveling the [[world]]. While taking the young Trainers to reunite with Briar, Carmine joined the research on the [[Strong Sphere]]. Later, Carmine met with Liko and [[Ann]] to reveal some information about the research, taking the opportunity to question Liko about her connection to the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]. Carmine explained that she knew the truth and that Liko didn't need to act formally with her.

In ''[[HZ117|Ult-imate Training]]'', Gimmighoul controlled Carmine into collecting coins for it which lead to Carmine chasing the Coin Chest Pokémon and Dot going after both of them. Carmine felt a little guilty for chasing Gimmighoul away before it was found in the cafeteria, to Dot's relief. Then Carmine challenged Dot to a battle with her Sinistcha in the battle, however, the two Pokemon endlessly exchanged Astonish between each other to Dot Quaxwell's exasperation before both Trainers are exhausted and the battle is called off. Carmine acknowledged the fact that Dot reminded her of [[Kieran|her brother]], to Dot's surprise.

In ''[[HZ119|Don't Give Up, Crocalor!]]'', Carmine attended Briar's meeting with the Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Penny]] regarding the partial results of the research on [[Laquium]] and [[Pagogo|Terapagos]]. Before the group left the Blueberry Academy, Carmine was the judge in Roy's rematch against [[Drayton]]. After the battle, Carmine and the other members of the Academy staff wished Liko and the Rising Volt Tacklers good luck.

====Character====
[[File:Carmine temper.png|thumb|250px|Carmine losing her temper]]
Just like in the games, Carmine tends to be distrustful towards people outside of her homeland at first before warming up to them. She has a hot tempered and competitive personality, hates losing and is always looking to challenge other people to various events for the sake of winning. This is shown explicitly when she kept losing to Friede and [[Captain Pikachu|Cap]] in various games, only getting more frustrated every time she lost.

Carmine showed a kind side when she tried to motivate [[Liko]] to ignore any possible derogatory comments about the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] at [[Blueberry Academy]]. However, when Carmine [[HZ117|saw]] Liko become the center of Briar's attention, and felt her position as a researcher threatened, Carmine reverted to her usual competitive temperament. This caused Carmine to adopt a different approach with the Rising Volt Tacklers and to become closer to Dot, mainly because she somewhat resembled her brother.
{{-}}

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
| trainer = Carmine
| pkmn = Sinistcha
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Ghost
| img = Carmine Sinistcha.png
| epnum = HZ069
| epname = Roy is Crocalor, and Crocalor is Roy!
| vajp = Yuna Ogata
| vaen = Michele Knotz
| desc = {{p|Sinistcha}} is Carmine's only known Pokémon and her main one. It was first used in a battle against [[Captain Pikachu]], but it was soon defeated.

In ''[[HZ117|Ult-imate Training]]'', Sinistcha battled against [[Dot's Gimmighoul]]. However, the two Pokemon endlessly exchanged Astonish between each other until both of their Trainers were exhausted and the battle was called off.

Sinistcha's known moves are {{m|Matcha Gotcha}} and {{m|Astonish}}.
}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable
|color={{Indigo Disk color}}
|bordercolor={{Indigo Disk color light}}
|ja=福圓美里 ''[[Misato Fukuen]]''
|en=Sarah Anne Williams
|he=דפנה מירוצ'ניקוב ''Dafna Mirochnikov''
|es_eu=Blanca Hualde
}}

===Pokémon: Paldean Winds===
[[File:Kieran Carmine Paldean Winds.png|thumb|250px|Carmine in [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]]]
Carmine appeared briefly in ''[[PPW04|Breathe Together]]'', along with [[Kieran]] in [[Blueberry Academy]] as they watch [[Ohara]], [[Aliquis]] and [[Hohma]]'s video from [[Naranja Academy]].
{{-}}

==Merchandise==
===Pokémon Trading Card Game===
Carmine has been depicted on a variety of merchandise released exclusively for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
====Carmine & Kieran====
In Japan, a range of '''Carmine & Kieran''' products was available at Pokémon Centers, on the Pokémon Center Online, and at participating Pokémon Card Gym sites from April 26, 2024.<ref name=CarmineKieranTCGDate>[https://web.archive.org/web/20240413171054/https://www.pokemon-card.com/products/#surroundingGoods The Pokémon Center website, listing the release date of the Carmine & Kieran TCG merch.]</ref> Each utilize artwork created by [[kirisAki]].<ref name=CarmineKieranTCG>[https://twitter.com/kirisAki_29/status/1783692498847904241 kirisAki confirming she drew the Carmine and Kieran TCG art]</ref>

{{MerchGallery2
|background={{Indigo Disk color}}
|border={{Indigo Disk color dark}}
|image1=Carmine Kieran Deck Case Front.jpg
|image2=Carmine Kieran Deck Case Back.jpg
|image3=Carmine Kieran Rubber Playmat.jpg
|size3=200px
|image5=Carmine Kieran Deck Case Dividers.jpg
|image6=Carmine Kieran Sleeves.jpg
|caption1=Deck Case (front)
|caption2=Deck Case (reverse)
|caption3=Rubber Playmat
|caption5=Deck Case Dividers
|caption6=Sleeves
}}

==Gallery==
===Core series games===
====Artwork====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{Indigo Disk color light}}; font-size:80%""
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:The Teal Mask key art.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:The Indigo Disk key art.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background: #{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden "| [[File:The Indigo Disk Key Art 2.png|x250px]]
|-
| '''{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}''' {{color2|fff|The Teal Mask}}
| '''{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}''' {{color2|fff|The Indigo Disk}}
| '''{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}''' {{color2|fff|The Indigo Disk}} final art
|-
style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{Indigo Disk color light}}; font-size:80%""
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Carmine_reference_sheet.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Scarlet Violet Carmine Festival of Masks concept art.png|x150px]]
|-
| '''{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}''' Concept art (The Teal Mask)
| '''{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}''' Concept art (Festival of Masks)
|}

====Core series games assets====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{Indigo Disk color light}}; font-size:80%""
|-
| colspan="5" style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; font-size:125%; color:white" | '''{{color2|fff|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Scarlet and Violet}}'''
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:VSCarmine.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{scarlet color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:VSCarmine 2.png|x150px]]
|-
| Model (VS pose)
| Model (VS pose at the {{color2|000|Festival of Masks}})
|}

===Pokémon Horizons: The Series===
====Artwork====
{| class="whitelinks" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{Indigo Disk color}}; font-size:80%; color:#fff;"
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{scarlet color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Carmine HZ.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Carmine anime expression sheet.png|x200px]]
|-
| ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}'' artwork
| ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}'' concept art
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:HZ key frame E069.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background:#{{scarlet color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Carmine HZ Jinbei.png|x200px]]
|-
| Key frame from ''[[HZ069|Roy is Crocalor, and Crocalor is Roy!]]''<ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1846793268249678274</ref>
| {{color2|000|Kitakami}} clothing concept art <ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1846823464273084611</ref>
|}

====Eyecatch====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}; background:#{{Indigo Disk color}}; font-size:80%"
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}; background: #{{scarlet color light}}; width:auto"| [[File:HZ eyecatch Carmine Sinistcha.png|x150px]]
|-
|}

==Music==
{| class="roundtable" style="margin:auto; text-align: center; background: #{{Indigo Disk color}}; border: 3px solid #{{Indigo Disk color dark}}"
|- style="background:#{{Indigo Disk color light}}"
! Games
! Location
! Song name
! Composition
! Arrangement
|- style="background:#FFF"
! rowspan="3" |{{GameIcon|Sc}}{{GameIcon|Vi}}
| Talking to Carmine
| Carmine & Kieran
| [[Minako Adachi]]
| Minako Adachi
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Battling Carmine
| Battle! (Carmine)
| Minako Adachi
| Minako Adachi
|-
|Carmine's speech before the end of The Teal Mask
|A Moment of Honesty
|Hiromitsu Maeba
|Hiromitsu Maeba
|-
| class="roundybottom" style="background: #{{Indigo Disk color light}}" colspan="5" | '''Song names marked with an asterisk are unofficial, as they have not received a soundtrack release.'''
|}

==In the TCG==
[[File:CarmineTwilightMasquerade217.jpg|200px|thumb|Special illustration rare print of Carmine]]
{{main|Carmine (Twilight Masquerade 145)}}
'''Carmine''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Scarlet & Violet Series (the Japanese Scarlet & Violet Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Transformation Mask}} expansion and the English {{TCG|Twilight Masquerade}} expansion, with artwork by [[kantaro]]. An {{TCG|ultra rare}} version with artwork by the same illustrator and a {{TCG|special illustration rare}} version of the card illustrated by [[En Morikura]] were released in the same sets. It lets the player discard their hand and draw 5 new cards from their deck. It is one of the few Supporter cards that can be used on a player's first turn if they go first.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Carmine's [[Rotom Phone]] uses a [[List of clothing in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet#Rotom Phone|Gothita Ribbon Case]].
* Carmine is the only major Trainer in [[The Indigo Disk]] to not have a [[first partner Pokémon]] on her team.
* Carmine claims that she can't swim, although she admits that it's because she doesn't want to get her clothes wet.<ref>Carmine: ''"Well, yeah. I can't swim. And besides, my clothes would get soaked if I did it."'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Teal Mask)</ref><ref>Carmine: ''"You handle looking around in the water. I don't wanna get my clothes wet."'' (Pokémon Scarlet and Violet: The Indigo Disk)</ref>

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{Indigo Disk color light}}; border:3px solid #{{scarlet color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{scarlet color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Language
! style="background:#{{scarlet color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Name
! style="background:#{{scarlet color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ゼイユ ''Seille''
| From ''groseille'' (French for "{{wp|redcurrant}}")
|-
| English, Brazilian Portuguese
| Carmine
| From ''{{wp|Carmine (color)|carmine}}'' (deep red color) and possibly ''currant''
|-
| German
| Hana
| From ''Johannisbeere'' ({{wp|Ribes|currant}})
|-
| European Spanish, Latin American Spanish
| Corin
| From ''corinto'' (redcurrant)
|-
| French
| Roseille
| From ''groseille'' (redcurrant) and ''rose''
|-
| Italian
| Rubra
| From ''Ribes rubrum'' (scientific name of the redcurrant)
|-
| Korean
| 시유 ''Siyu''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 丹瑜 ''Dānyú'' / ''Dāanyùh''
| rowspan="2" | From 丹 ''dān / dāan'' (red) and partial transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 丹瑜 ''Dānyú''
|-
| Indonesian
| Seile
| From ''groseille'' (French for "redcurrant")
|-
| Thai
| เซย์ยุ ''Seiyu''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

==Notes==
<references group="lower-alpha"/>

==References==
<references/>

==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Carmine|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

{{rival characters|Indigo Disk}}
{{NPC|Indigo Disk|paldea=yes|kitakami=yes|blueberry=yes}}
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|Indigo Disk|scarlet}}
{{Project CharacterDex notice}}

[[Category:Rival characters]]
[[Category:Friend characters]]
[[Category:Scarlet and Violet characters]]
[[Category:Multi Battle partners]]
[[Category:Trainers who use Terastallization]]

[[de:Hana]]
[[es:Corin]]
[[fr:Roseille]]
[[it:Rubra]]
[[ja:ゼイユ]]
[[zh:丹瑜]]

Blue's Porygon2

2026-06-11T11:45:05Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */

{{AnimePokémonInfobox|
nickname=Blue's Porygon2 |
jnickname=グリーンのポリゴン２ |
tmnickname=Green's Porygon2 |
image=[[File:Blue Porygon2.png|250px]] |
caption=Blue's Porygon2 |
location=[[Celadon Game Corner|Rocket Game Corner]] |
ability={{a|Trace}} |
gender=Gender unknown |
nature=Quirky |
type1=Normal |
media=special |
evolution=1 |
epnum=PS018 |
numeps1=between 68 and 142 |
firststagename=Porygon |
prevonum=137 |
evo1num=233 |
epname=A Tale of Ninetales |
firstevoep=PS160 |
firstevonametiming=Prior to |
firstevoname=Playful Porygon2 |
pokemonname=Porygon2 |
traded=yes |
tradeep=PS018 |
tradename=A Tale of Ninetales{{tt|*|Trade reversed afterwards}} |
oldtrainer={{adv|Blue}} |
newtrainer={{adv|Red}} |
tradedfor=[[Poli]], [[Saur]], and [[Pika]]{{tt|*|Trade reversed afterwards}} |
current=[[Party|With Blue]] |
va=no |
}}

'''Porygon2''' (Japanese: '''ポリゴン２''' ''Porygon2'') is a {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} that {{adv|Blue}} owns in [[Pokémon Adventures]] and his sixth overall. As of ''[[PS276|My, My, My Mimic]]'', it is at [[level]] 78, and its [[Characteristic]] is that it is "highly curious."

==History==
==={{MangaArc|Red, Green & Blue}}===
[[File:Blue Pokemon Red Ownership.png|thumb|250px|left|Porygon after spending time with Red]]
Porygon2 first appeared as a Porygon in ''[[PS018|A Tale of Ninetales]]'', when {{adv|Blue}} bought it from the [[Celadon Game Corner|Rocket Game Corner]]. After Blue let Porygon out of its {{i|Poké Ball}}, it ran away, causing Blue to run into {{adv|Red}}. Because of this, the two accidentally [[trade]] their Pokémon. During the three days that Red has Blue's team, he attempts to get them to relax and open up to him, with little success. They later traded back, while keeping the caring attitude that Red instilled in them.

In ''[[PS031|The Art of Articuno]]'', Porygon and [[Pika]] successfully surprise attack [[Koga]] and knock him out.

As revealed in ''[[PS161|Entranced by Entei]]'', Porygon was used by Blue at some point during the [[Indigo Plateau|Pokémon League]].

==={{MangaArc|Yellow}}===
In ''[[PS055|The Primeape Directive]]'', Porygon helped to defeat a group of rampaging {{p|Mankey}} and {{p|Primeape}} after using its ability to move through cyberspace to switch from Blue's [[Pokédex]] to {{adv|Yellow}}'s.

In ''[[PS077|Striking Golduck]]'', Porygon was Blue's last resort to fight [[Agatha]]'s {{TP|Agatha|Gengar}}. Because Gengar would hide in the shadows and attack with {{m|Counter}}, Blue decided to have Porygon use {{m|Conversion}} to [[Type change|turn into]] a {{t|Ghost}} type. Porygon was then able to counter Gengar's Counter attack but was unable to get Gengar out of the shadows long enough to land a finishing attack. Blue eventually managed to lure Gengar out of the shadows and had Porygon finish it off with a {{m|Psybeam}}.

==={{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}===
In ''[[PS160|Playful Porygon2]]'', Porygon was revealed to have [[Evolution|evolved]] into a {{p|Porygon2}}. It fought against {{adv|Silver}}'s {{TP|Silver|Sneasel}} before they were interrupted by {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Entei}}.

==={{MangaArc|FireRed & LeafGreen}}===
[[File:Blue Porygon2 inside computer.png|thumb|200px|left|Porygon2 traveling through cyberspace]]
[[File:Blue and Porygon2.png|thumb|130px|Porygon2 and Blue]]
In ''[[PS273|Red and Blue Make Purple Opponents]]'', Porygon2 was used alongside {{TP|Blue|Golduck}} in a [[Double Battle]] against Red and his {{p|Snorlax}}, [[Snor]], and his {{p|Gyarados}}, [[Gyara]]. Gyara started the battle off with his {{a|Intimidate}} [[Ability]], to which Blue responded by having Golduck use {{m|Iron Tail}} and Porygon2 use {{m|Tri Attack}} on Red's Pokémon. Red then had Gyara counterattack by {{m|Body Slam}}ming Porygon2, while Snor attacked Golduck with {{m|Strength}}. Gyara proceeded to fire a {{m|Hyper Beam}} at Golduck, who went on to use {{m|Dig}} to hide and avoid further damage. Red countered this by having Snor use {{m|Earthquake}}, dealing damage to Porygon2, twice the damage to Golduck due to him being underground, which caused him to faint, and Gyara being unaffected, due to him being part {{type|Flying}}. As Red celebrated, he notices that Gyara had been {{status|paralysis|paralyzed}} by the effects of Tri Attack. Blue takes the opportunity to [[Recall|switch Porygon2 out]] in favor of {{TP|Blue|Scizor}}.

In ''[[PS285|Once More into the Unown]]'', Porygon2 used its ability to move through cyberspace to enter the [[Trainer Tower]]'s computer system, "R". Using the [[Salac Berry]] that Blue gave it, Porygon2 quickly reached the central nervous system and attacked it with {{m|Zap Cannon}}, disabling it. Not long after this, "R" recovered and trapped Porygon2 with a virtual lock.

In ''[[PS302|Phew for Mew]]'', Porygon2 and Blue found themselves petrified by [[Sird]], along with the four other [[Pokédex holder]]s and their Pokémon.

==={{MangaArc|Emerald}}===
In ''[[PS334|The Final Battle VII]]'', Porygon2 appeared alongside the rest of Blue's team when he was checking to make sure they all survived the petrification caused by {{adv|Mewtwo}} and {{p|Darkrai}}. Soon after, it battled [[Guile Hideout]]'s stolen {{gdis|Battle Tower|III}} Pokémon.
{{-}}
==Personality and characteristics==
As a Porygon, it was originally [[Obedience|disobedient]] and would run away. However, after {{adv|Blue}} and {{adv|Red}}'s temporary [[trade]], it became more affectionate towards Blue and followed his orders from then on. As it is a [[Artificial Pokémon|man-made]] Pokémon designed to move around cyberspace, Porygon2 has been in use mainly via Blue's [[Pokédex]] as a surprise attack.

==Appearance==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{normal color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{normal color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{normal color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | As a {{pcolor|Porygon|000}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Blue Porygon.png|200px]]
|}

==Moves used==
{{anmov/h|Normal||Blue Porygon {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Conversion|1=Sharpen|2=Psybeam|3=Tri Attack}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Conversion|1=Sharpen|2=Psybeam|3=Tri Attack}} as a Porygon|image2=Blue Porygon2 {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Conversion 2|1=Zap Cannon|2=Recycle|3=Tri Attack}}.png|caption2=Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Conversion 2|1=Zap Cannon|2=Recycle|3=Tri Attack}}}}
{{anmov|Normal|Tri Attack|PS031|The Art of Articuno|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Normal|Conversion|PS077|Striking Golduck}}
{{anmov|Normal|Sharpen|PS077|Striking Golduck}}
{{anmov|Psychic|Psybeam|PS085|Gimme Shellder}}
{{anmov|Normal|Conversion 2|PS160|Playful Porygon2|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Electric|Zap Cannon|PS285|Once More into the Unown|rec=yes}}
{{anmov|Normal|Recycle|PS285|Once More into the Unown|rec=yes}}
{{anmov/f|normal}}

==Trivia==
* Despite the {{pkmn|games}} stating that the {{p|Porygon}} [[evolution]]ary line is [[gender unknown]], the [[Chuang Yi]] translation of ''[[PS276|My, My, My Mimic]]'' states that Porygon2 is male. This mistake is not present in the [[VIZ Media]] translation.
* Porygon2 is the only Pokémon in [[Pokémon Adventures]] to have used the moves {{m|Conversion}}, {{m|Sharpen}}, {{m|Conversion 2}}, or {{m|Recycle}}.
* The location Blue met Porygon2 is likely a [[List of cross-canon references|reference]] to the [[Celadon Game Corner]] selling Porygon as a prize.
* Porygon2 is the only gender-unknown Pokémon that Blue owns.

==Related articles==
{{Animespeciesevo1|Porygon|Porygon2}}

{{Blue's Pokémon|normal}}
{{Red's Pokémon|normal}}
{{Project Manga notice}}

[[Category:Blue's Pokémon|Porygon2]]
[[Category:Red's Pokémon|Porygon2]]
[[Category:Gender unknown characters (Pokémon)|Porygon2]]

[[de:Blaus Porygon2]]
[[es:Porygon2 de Blue/Azul]]
[[fr:Porygon2 de Bleu]]
[[it:Porygon2 di Blu]]
[[ja:グリーンのポリゴン2]]
[[zh:青绿的多边兽Ⅱ]]

PS283

2026-06-11T11:25:00Z

Gengarzilla: /* Plot */

{{MangaPrevNext/Adventures
|prevcode=PS282
|prevtitle=Going Green
|nextcode=PS284
|nexttitle=Red, Green, Blue and Mewtwo Too
|series=FireRed & LeafGreen
|colorscheme=FRLG}}
{{ChapInfobox
|title_en=It Takes Patience, Knowledge and a Really Quick Beedrill
|subtitle=The Reason to Fight
|title_ja=戦う訳
|title_ro=Reason to Fight
|image=PS283.png
|scheme=FireRed & LeafGreen
|pub1=Shogakukan full volume
|pub1-data=Chapter 283 in {{vol|Pokémon Adventures|24}}
|pub2=VIZ Media full volume
|pub2-data=Adventure 283 in {{vol|Pokémon Adventures|24}}
|location=[[Birth Island]] [[Rocket Warehouse]] [[Five Island]]
}}

'''It Takes Patience, Knowledge and a Really Quick Beedrill''' is the 283rd chapter of the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, and the 16th chapter of the {{MangaArc|FireRed & LeafGreen}}.

It is subtitled '''The Reason to Fight''' (Japanese: '''戦う訳''' ''Reason to Fight'') in the [[VIZ Media]] translation.

==Plot==
{{spoilers}}
On [[Birth Island]], as {{adv|Giovanni}} sends out his {{p|Aggron}} to attack {{adv|Deoxys}} and claims that the power of outer space belongs to him. Deoxys manages to get out of the way with {{m|Teleport}}. Although he praises Deoxys's skills and notes how the Delta Shield will protect it from attacks while also healing it, Giovanni states he can read Deoxys like an open book. He sends out his {{TP|Giovanni|Beedrill}} and has it use {{m|Agility}} to boost its speed up to its highest. Deoxys dodges Beedrill's attacks, but the Delta Shield begins turning red, signifying that Deoxys is becoming nervous.

Giovanni has his Aggron smash the Delta Shield with a {{m|Brick Break}}. He throws a [[Poké Ball]] at Deoxys, which sucks it inside and fully captures it. Giovanni picks up the Poké Ball and gloats that Deoxys is finally his. He notes how the Delta Shield is a combination of {{m|Light Screen}} and {{m|Reflect}}, so he wasn't sure that Brick Break would work so well against it. He thanks {{adv|Red}} for helping contribute to the data they managed to gather on Deoxys. He reveals that the {{i|Ruby}} and {{i|Sapphire}}, which was handed to [[Sird]], will put [[Hoenn]]'s climate all throughout [[Kanto]], which will allow Deoxys to change formes repeatedly.

At the [[Rocket Warehouse]], Sird expresses delight in seeing Giovanni's successful capture of Deoxys. She tells [[Carr]] that they need to start the next phase of their plan. Carr is too distracted from the picture he found, so Sird yells at him to get his attention. Carr snaps out of it and puts the picture in his pocket while he follows Sird.

On [[Five Island]], Red continues walking around. He notices {{adv|Blue}} and the {{tc|Sailor}} discussing strategies, while {{adv|Bill}} is trying to fix the [[Pokémon Center]]. He looks around more and sees {{adv|Green}} training with [[Ultima]] to help [[Blasty]] master {{m|Hydro Cannon}}. He notes how Blue and Green are fighting for their families, while he doesn't have anyone to fight for. He asks [[Pika]] if he's too scared to fight because he has no motivation. Pika sees through Red's excuse, which Red notes is because they had been through so much together.

Red tells Pika that before Deoxys arrived, he could tell that it was coming. He describes it as a sharp pain inside his heart which caused his body to shake. He notes that the feeling went away when Deoxys left and guesses the feeling he had is somehow connected to Deoxys's arrival. Pika gestures to Red, which helps him realize the reason why he has to fight Deoxys: to rescue {{adv|Professor Oak}} and Green's parents from [[Team Rocket]]. In addition to this, Red wants to find out what the strange feeling he experienced was. He thanks Pika for helping him spill his heart out and sets off to go and find himself.

Red decides to head to [[Seven Island]] and find [[Lorelei]], but he hears a voice in his head stating that they have already found her. Suddenly, a large spoon with Lorelei sitting inside appears in front of Red. As it tosses Lorelei on the ground, the voice states that it agrees with Red's current state of mind, as it also once went to find itself. Seeing the spoon causes Red to realize that the person in front of him is the {{type|Psychic}} [[Legendary Pokémon]] created by Team Rocket, {{adv|Mewtwo}}.

==Major events==
* {{adv|Giovanni}} battles against {{adv|Deoxys}} and captures it.
* {{adv|Red}} goes out on a journey to find himself.
* {{adv|Mewtwo}} appears in front of Red and reveals that it saved [[Lorelei]].

{{Adventuresevents}}
{{endspoilers}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{adv|Red}}
* {{adv|Blue}}
* {{adv|Green}}
* {{adv|Professor Oak}} (fantasy)
* {{adv|Giovanni}}
* {{adv|Bill}}
* [[Lorelei]]
* [[Ultima]]/{{tt|Kimberly|Chuang Yi}}
* [[Sird]]
* [[Carr]]
* Green's parents (fantasy)
* {{tc|Sailor}}

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ([[Pika]]; {{adv|Red}}'s)
* {{p|Blastoise}} ([[Blasty]]; {{adv|Green}}'s)
* {{p|Sneasel}} ({{OP|Silver|Sneasel}}; photo)
* {{p|Beedrill}} ({{OP|Giovanni|Beedrill}})
* {{p|Aggron}} ({{adv|Giovanni}}'s)
* {{p|Deoxys}} ({{adv|Deoxys|Adventures}}; {{DL|Deoxys (Adventures)|Organism No. 2}}/{{tt|Entity Two|Chuang Yi}}; {{form|Deoxys|Normal Forme}}; {{adv|Giovanni}}'s; new)
* {{p|Unown}} ([[Sird]]'s; ×2)
* {{p|Mewtwo}} ({{adv|Mewtwo|Adventures}})

==Trivia==
* In the Japanese version, {{adv|Mewtwo}} directly quotes the Japanese name of ''[[Mewtwo Returns]]'' when it tells {{adv|Red}} that it has arrived.

===Errors===

==In other languages==
{{translation notice|Chinese}}
{{Epilang|color={{colorschemelight|FRLG}}|bordercolor={{colorschemedark|FRLG}}
|zh_yue={{tt|戰鬥的理由|}}
|zh_cmn={{tt|戰鬥的理由|}}
|fr={{tt|L'Île Aurore |The Birth Island}}
|de=Abenteuer 283
|it=Capitolo 283
|pt_br={{tt|Capítulo 16|Chapter 16}}
|es_la=Capítulo 16: Razones para luchar
|es_eu=Capítulo 193
|vi=Lí do chiến đấu
}}
{{-}}
{{MangaPrevNext/Adventures
|prevcode=PS282
|prevtitle=Going Green
|nextcode=PS284
|nexttitle=Red, Green, Blue and Mewtwo Too
|series=FireRed & LeafGreen
|colorscheme=FRLG}}
{{Project Manga notice}}

[[de:Abenteuer 283]]
[[es:PMS283]]
[[fr:Chapitre 283 (Pocket Monsters Special)]]
[[it:LGA283]]
[[zh:宝可梦特别篇第283话]]

Taunie/Quotes

2026-06-10T15:53:42Z

Gengarzilla: Fixing those links to avoid redirects. Added starter-variable dialog at one point.

Team Star Grunt (Trainer class)

2026-06-10T13:58:10Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pokémon */

{{TrainerClassInfobox
|color={{white color light}}
|corecolor={{gold color}}
|bordercolor={{black color light}}
|name=Team Star Grunt
|jpname=スターだんのしたっぱ
|jptranslit=Sutā-dan no Shitappa
|jptrans=Star Gang Underling
|image=Scarlet Violet Team Star Grunt.png|size=x275px
|caption=Artwork from {{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet}}
|intro=[[Generation IX]]
|members=[[Carmen]]
|games={{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet}}
|anime=''[[PPW03|Take a Breath]]'' ([[Pokémon: Paldean Winds|Paldean Winds]])
|manga=''[[PASV03|Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!]]'' ({{pkmn|Adventures}})
|gender=Both
}}

A '''Team Star Grunt''' (Japanese: '''スターだんのしたっぱ''' ''Star Gang Underling'') is a type of [[Pokémon Trainer]] introduced in [[Generation IX]]. They are delinquent students of [[Naranja Academy]]{{sup/9|S}}/[[Uva Academy]]{{sup/9|V}} who have joined [[Team Star]], and their uniforms vary by game. Team Star Grunts generally gather in Squads, which each Squad's Grunts specializing in the same [[type]] as their Boss.

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
{{main|a:Category:Team Star Grunt|Category:Team Star Grunt on Bulbagarden Archives}}
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|Key art from {{color2|000|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Scarlet and Violet}}
|Concept art (Male) from {{color2|000|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Scarlet}}
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|Concept art (Male) from {{color2|000|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Violet}}
|Concept art (Female) from {{color2|000|Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Violet}}
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==Trainer list==
===Pokémon Scarlet and Violet===
{{Trainerlist/h|2|Scarlet|Violet}}
{{Trainerlist/e|1|[[Mesagoza|Team Star Grunt]]{{female}}}}
{{Trainerlist/b|game=9|1|416|1|0944|Shroodle|8}}
{{Trainerlist/e|1|[[Mesagoza|Team Star Grunt]]{{male}}}}
{{Trainerlist/b|game=9|1|468|1|0734|Yungoos|9}}
{{Trainerlist/e|1|[[Segin Squad's Base|Team Star Grunt]]{{female}}}}
{{Trainerlist/b|game=9|1|988|1|0198|Murkrow|19}}
{{Trainerlist/e|1|[[Schedar Squad's Base|Team Star Grunt]]{{male}}}}
{{Trainerlist/b|game=9|1|1,300|1|0228|Houndour|25}}
{{Trainerlist/f|Violet}}

==In animation==
[[File:Team Star Grunts PPW.png|thumb|250px|Team Star Grunts in [[Pokémon: Paldean Winds]]]]
===Pokémon: Paldean Winds===
A group of Team Star Grunts of the Caph Squad, including [[Carmen]], debuted in ''[[PPW03|Take a Breath]]''.
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==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Team Star Grunt Adventures.png|thumb|270px|Team Star Grunts in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Team Star Grunts debuted in the ''[[PASV03|Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!]]''. At [[West Province (Area One)]], two Grunts attempted to recruit [[Penny]] into their ranks despite her repeated refusal. Overhearing the commotion, {{Violet}} stepped in to defend Penny, eventually defeating the Grunts with his {{p|Fuecoco}}. The Grunts fled, promising to inform their boss of what happened.

In ''[[PASV04|Raid! The Dark Crew Base!!]]'', [[Cassiopeia]] contacted Violet and {{adv|Arven}} and recruited them as members of Operation Starfall, a plan to force Team Star to disband by defeating each of its five bosses. Overhearing this conversation, [[Clavell]] decided to also participate after disguising himself as a student named Clive.
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====Segin Squad====
[[File:Team Star Segin Squad Adventures.png|thumb|250px|Members of the Segin Squad in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
In ''[[PASV04|Raid! The Dark Crew Base!!]]'', Violet, Arven, and Clive traveled to the [[Segin Squad's Base]] to raid it. There, a pair of Grunts informed them about the Star Barrage. In [[PASV05|the following chapter]], Violet and Arven battled many Grunts in the Star Barrage, but only Violet managed to defeat the required number of Pokémon before the time limit expired. Afterward, Violet battled the Dark crew's boss, [[Giacomo]], and won, forcing the Segin Squad to disband.

=====Pokémon=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Murkrow
|type1=Dark
|type2=Flying
|img=Team Star Murkrow Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc={{p|Murkrow}} was seen alongside a female Grunt guarding the entrance of [[Segin Squad's Base]].

None of Murkrow's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Zorua (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|img=Team Star Zorua Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Zorua
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Zorua}} were used to battle {{Violet}} and {{adv|Arven}} in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Sandile (multiple)
|type1=Ground
|type2=Dark
|img=Team Star Sandile Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Sandile
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Sandile}} were used to battle {{Violet}} and {{adv|Arven}} in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Pawniard (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Steel
|img=Team Star Pawniard Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Pawniard
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Pawniard}} were used to battle {{Violet}} and {{adv|Arven}} in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Stunky (multiple)
|type1=Poison
|type2=Dark
|img=Team Star Stunky Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Stunky
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Stunky}} were owned by Grunts in the Segin Squad. They were used to battle {{Violet}}, {{adv|Arven}}, and [[Clavell|Clive]] in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Sneasel (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ice
|img=Team Star Sneasel Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Sneasel
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Sneasel}} were owned by Grunts in the Segin Squad. They were used to battle {{Violet}}, {{adv|Arven}}, and [[Clavell|Clive]] in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Sableye (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|img=Team Star Sableye Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Sableye
|epnum=PASV04
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Sableye}} were used to battle {{Violet}} and {{adv|Arven}} in a Star Barrage, but were eventually defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

====Schedar Squad====
[[File:Team Star Schedar Squad Adventures.png|thumb|300px|Members of the Schedar Squad in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
In [[PASV14]], while traveling through [[East Province (Area One)]], Violet was attacked by several Grunts. Though he managed to win, the sheer number of opponents left his Pokémon too exhausted to continue fighting. In order to fool the Grunts, Violet donned a disguise by traveling to [[Levincia]], changing his uniform, and having his hair styled at a salon.

In [[PASV15]], Violet, {{adv|Nemona}}, and Clive raided the [[Schedar Squad's Base]]. Due to her status as a {{pkmn|Champion}}-ranked Trainer, Nemona easily defeated the required number of Grunts in the Star Barrage much faster than Violet did. Despite this, [[Mela]] impatiently demanded the Grunts bring Violet to her, as he was the one who issued the challenge to begin with. Later, after Mela was defeated, the Grunts worried that they would be forced to leave the base and return home. In an act of kindness, Violet purchased the land the base was built on, allowing the Grunts to stay as long as they wished.

In [[PASV17]], Clive interrogated some Grunts, who informed him that most members of Team Star joined to escape being mocked and bullied at school. They also explained that Team Star's recent, more aggressive behavior, was due to people who joined purely to be part of a strong organization.

Later, one of the Grunts took residence at the [[Caph Squad's Base]], where she informed [[Eri]] about the other Grunts' coup.

=====Pokémon=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Rellor
|type1=Bug
|img=Team Star Grunt Rellor Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV14
|epname=
|desc={{p|Rellor}} was used by a male Grunt to battle {{Violet}} in an attempt to dissuade him from raiding the [[Schedar Squad's Base]], but it was quickly defeated by Violet's {{p|Crocalor}}.

None of Rellor's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Bramblin
|type1=Grass
|type2=Ghost
|img=Team Star Grunt Bramblin Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV14
|epname=
|desc={{p|Bramblin}} was used by a male Grunt to battle {{Violet}} in an attempt to dissuade him from raiding the [[Schedar Squad's Base]], but it was quickly defeated by Violet's {{p|Nymble}}.

None of Bramblin's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Litleo (multiple)
|type1=Fire
|type2=Normal
|img=Team Star Litleo Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Litleo
|epnum=PASV15
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Litleo}} were used to battle {{adv|Nemona}} in a Star Barrage, but were easily defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Houndour (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fire
|img=Team Star Houndour Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Houndour
|epnum=PASV15
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Houndour}} were used to battle {{adv|Nemona}} in a Star Barrage, but were easily defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Growlithe (multiple)
|type1=Fire
|img=Team Star Growlithe Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Growlithe
|epnum=PASV15
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Growlithe}} were used to battle {{adv|Nemona}} in a Star Barrage, but were easily defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Numel (multiple)
|type1=Fire
|type2=Ground
|img=Team Star Numel Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Numel
|epnum=PASV15
|epname=
|desc=These {{p|Numel}} were used to battle {{adv|Nemona}} in a Star Barrage, but were easily defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

====Navi Squad====
[[File:Team Star Navi Squad Adventures.png|thumb|250px|Members of the Navi Squad in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
A male Grunt from the Navi Squad appeared in ''[[PASV03|Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!]]'', where he and a female Grunt attempted to recruit [[Penny]] into Team Star. They were both defeated by {{Violet}} and forced to flee. In ''[[PASV06|Skillful! The Mysterious Treasure Hunter!!]]'', the male Grunt and several others were seen in a flashback to when they first tried getting Penny to join them. This time, they were defeated by {{Scarlet}}.

In [[PASV17]], several Navi Squad Grunts had a meeting at the [[Medali|Treasure Eatery]], unaware that Penny was also there listening in on them. They discussed how Violet had taken down both the {{t|Dark}} and {{t|Fire}} crews. Concerned that if Team Star lost another crew, people would stop fearing them, the Grunts decided to raid Team Star themselves and take it over. Penny immediately fled after hearing this, only be surrounded by the Grunts once they figured out she was eavesdropping. Before the Grunts could do something to keep Penny silent, [[Larry]] arrived to return a [[Rotom Phone]] Penny left behind. The Grunts tried to attack Larry, but were easily defeated, giving Penny the chance get away.

Later, one of the Grunts took residence at the [[Caph Squad's Base]], where she informed [[Eri]] about the other Grunts' coup.

=====Pokémon=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star
|pkmn=Yungoos
|type1=Normal
|img=Team Star Yungoos Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV03
|epname=Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!
|desc={{p|Yungoos}} was used by a male Grunt to battle {{Violet}}. Despite teaming up with the female Grunt's {{p|Shroodle}}, it was eventually defeated by Violet's {{p|Fuecoco}}.

Yungoos's only known move is {{m|Super Fang}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Varoom
|type1=Steel
|type2=Poison
|img=Team Star Varoom Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV18
|epname=
|desc={{p|Varoom}} was used by a Grunt to attack [[Larry]], but was quickly defeated.

None of Varoom's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Houndour
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fire
|img=Team Star Navi Squad Houndour Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV18
|epname=
|desc={{p|Houndour}} was used by a Grunt to attack [[Larry]], but was quickly defeated.

None of Houndour's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Tinkatink
|gendr=female
|type1=Fairy
|type2=Steel
|img=Team Star Tinkatink Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV18
|epname=
|desc={{p|Tinkatink}} was used by a Grunt to attack [[Larry]], but was quickly defeated.

None of Tinkatink's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Shroodle (multiple)
|type1=Poison
|type2=Normal
|img=Team Star Navi Squad Shroodle Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Shroodle
|epnum=PASV18
|epname=
|desc={{p|Shroodle}} was used by a Grunt to attack [[Larry]], but was quickly defeated.

None of Shroodle's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Toedscool
|type1=Ground
|type2=Grass
|img=Team Star Toedscool Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV19
|epname=
|desc=This {{p|Toedscool}} was seen next to a pair of Grunts serving as lookouts watching for any signs of {{Violet}} approaching the [[Navi Squad's Base]].

None of Toedscool's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Venonat (multiple)
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Team Star Venonat Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Venonat
|img_size=100px
|epnum=PASV19
|epname=
|desc=A {{p|Venonat}} was seen with one of the Grunts that were in on the plan to take over Team Star. Another Venonat was used by a Grunt to battle [[Nemona]] in a Star Barrage, but was defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Other Pokémon
|type1=Poison
|img=Team Star Navi Squad Pokémon Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Pokémon
|epnum=PASV19
|epname=
|desc=A {{p|Foongus}}, {{p|Amoonguss}}, and a {{p|Grafaiai}} belonged to Grunts that were in on the plan to take over Team Star. They were first seen abandoning the base alongside their Trainers upon learning that "{{Violet}}" was approaching to raid it.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Venomoth
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Team Star Venomoth Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV19
|epname=
|desc={{p|Venomoth}} was seen next to a pair of Grunts that informed [[Atticus]] about other Grunts leaving the base, oblivious to the fact they were actually traitors.

None of Venomoth's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Gulpin and Swalot
|type1=Poison
|img=Team Star Gulpin Swalot Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV22
|epname=
|desc={{p|Gulpin}} and {{p|Swalot}} were used by a Grunt to battle [[Nemona]] in a Star Barrage, but were both defeated.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Oinkologne
|gender=female
|type1=Normal
|img=Team Star Oinkologne Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV22
|epname=
|desc={{p|Oinkologne}} was seen with its Trainer at the [[Navi Squad's Base]].

None of Oinkologne's moves are known.}}

====Caph Squad====
[[File:Team Star Caph Squad Adventures.png|thumb|250px|Members of the Caph Squad in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Two Grunts in the Caph Squad were first seen keeping watch over {{Scarlet}}, who had disguised herself as [[Penny]] and feigned kidnapping in order to infiltrate the [[Caph Squad's Base]].

=====Pokémon=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star
|pkmn=Hawlucha (multiple)
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Flying
|img=Team Star Hawlucha Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Hawlucha
|epnum=Scarlet & Violet arc (Adventures)
|epname=Scarlet & Violet arc
|desc=A {{p|Hawlucha}} was seen helping its Trainer keep watch over {{Scarlet}} while she was disguised as [[Penny]]. Another was seen taking part in the Grunts' coup.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Mankey (multiple)
|type1=Fighting
|img=Team Star Mankey Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Mankey
|epnum=Scarlet & Violet arc (Adventures)
|epname=Scarlet & Violet arc
|desc=A {{p|Mankey}} was seen helping its Trainer keep watch over {{Scarlet}} while she was disguised as [[Penny]]. Another was seen taking part in the Grunts' coup.

None of their moves are known.}}

====Unknown squads====
=====Pokémon=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Shroodle
|type1=Poison
|type2=Normal
|img=Team Star Shroodle Adventures.png
|epnum=PASV03
|epname=Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!
|desc={{p|Shroodle}} was used by a female Grunt to battle {{Violet}}. Despite teaming up with the male Grunt's {{p|Yungoos}}, it was eventually defeated by Violet's {{p|Fuecoco}}.

Shroodle's only known move is {{m|Poison Fang}}.}}

====Various====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Team Star Grunt
|pkmn=Cyclizar (multiple)
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Normal
|img=Team Star Cyclizar Adventures.png
|cap=Team Star's Cyclizar
|epnum=PASV03
|epname=Battle! Team Star, the Delinquents!!
|desc=Members of Team Star typically ride around on {{p|Cyclizar}} as a form of transportation around [[Paldea]].

None of their moves are known.}}

====Traveling with====
{| width="100%"
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| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phones|Team Star Grunt Rotom Phone Adventures.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
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|
|}

==In the TCG==
[[File:TeamStarGruntScarletViolet242.jpg|200px|thumb|Ultra rare Team Star Grunt]]
{{main|Team Star Grunt (Scarlet & Violet 195)}}
'''Team Star Grunt''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Scarlet & Violet Series (the Japanese Scarlet & Violet Era). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Scarlet ex}} expansion and the English {{TCG|Scarlet & Violet}} expansion, with artwork by [[nagimiso]]. An {{TCG|ultra rare}} version of the card with artwork by the same illustrator was also released in these sets. Both prints feature a male and female Team Star Grunt as they appear in {{g|Scarlet}}. The card lets the player put an {{TCG|Energy card}} attached to their opponent's Active Pokémon on top of the opponent's deck.
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==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{white color light}}|bordercolor={{black color light}}
|zh_yue=天星隊手下 ''Tīnsīng Déui Sáuhah''
|zh_cmn=天星隊手下 / 天星队手下 ''Tiānxīng Duì Shǒuxià''
|de=Rüpel von Team Star
|fr_eu=Sbire de la Team Star
|id=Anak Buah Tim Bintang
|it=Recluta (Team Star) ''(Games)'' Recluta del Team Star ''(TCG)''
|ko=스타단의 조무래기 ''Star-dan-ui Jomuraegi''
|pt_br=Recruta da Equipe Star
|es=Recluta del Team Star
|th=ลูกสมุนแก๊งสตาร์ ''Luksamun Gang Star''
}}

==Related articles==
{{Team Star}}
{{Villainous Grunts|color={{white color light}}|corecolor={{gold color}}|bordercolor={{black color light}}}}
{{TrainerNav|gold|paldea=yes}}
{{Project CharacterDex notice|tc}}

[[Category:Pokémon: Paldean Winds characters]]
[[Category:Members of Team Star]]
[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters]]

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[[es:Recluta del Team Star]]
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[[it:Recluta Team Star]]
[[ja:スター団のしたっぱ]]
[[zh:天星队的手下]]

Captain Pikachu

2026-06-10T12:47:46Z

Gengarzilla: /* Traveling with Roy and the Rising Volt Tacklers */

{{samename|TCG card of the same name|Captain Pikachu (Pokémon Center promo)}}
{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|ball=Poké
|nickname=Captain Pikachu
|jnickname=キャプテンピカチュウ
|tmnickname=Captain Pikachu
|pokemonname=Pikachu
|image=[[File:Roy Captain Pikachu.png|250px]]
|caption=Captain Pikachu with Friede's goggles
|gender=Male<ref>Confirmed via [[List of Pokémon with gender differences|gender differences]].</ref>
|ability={{a|Lightning Rod}}<ref>Confirmed in ''[[HZ086|The Rising Volt Tacklers vs. The Explorers!]]''</ref>
|tera={{t|Flying}}<ref>Confirmed in ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]''.</ref>
|location=[[Paldea]]<ref>Confirmed in ''[[HZ018|Flying Pikachu, Rising Higher and Higher!]]''</ref>
|type1=Electric
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|catchepnum=HZ018
|catchepname=Flying Pikachu, Rising Higher and Higher!
|catchepnametiming=In a flashback in
|prevonum=025
|current=[[Walking Pokémon|With]] the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]
|java1=[[Ikue Otani]]
|enva1=
}}

'''Captain Pikachu''' (Japanese: '''キャプテンピカチュウ''' ''Captain Pikachu''), simply referred to as '''Cap''' (Japanese: '''キャップ''' ''Cap''), is [[Friede]]'s partner Pokémon and his second known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. He sits in the chair on the bridge of the [[Brave Olivine]], the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]' ship, and is responsible for navigating it when Friede is not present. He is also co-leader of the Pokémon who belong to Friede's teammates and the group that live on the Brave Olivine. Captain Pikachu is almost always seen [[Walking Pokémon|outside]] his {{i|Poké Ball}}. He is a founding member of the Rising Volt Tacklers, which is named after his {{m|Volt Tackle|signature move}}.

==In animation==
===History===
====Pre-series====
As revealed in ''[[HZ018|Flying Pikachu, Rising Higher and Higher!]]'', Captain Pikachu was living in the [[Paldea]] region, but dreamt of flying and kept trying to do so using his {{m|Volt Tackle}}. One day, Pikachu met [[Friede]], who offered his friendship, but Pikachu didn't accept it. However, Pikachu changed his mind when Friede offered food and help in making his dream come true. After being able to fly successfully, Captain Pikachu accepted Friede's request to be his partner and was caught. Captain Pikachu's dream of flying using Volt Tackle inspired Friede to approach [[Ludlow]] and [[Orla]] about constructing the [[Brave Olivine]] and forming the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] to fly around and explore the world, with Captain Pikachu being one of its founding members. Later, Captain Pikachu would meet [[Murdock]], [[Wy-Yes]], and [[Mollie]] as they joined the Rising Volt Tacklers. Sometime after Wy-Yes left to become a journalist, Captain Pikachu met Murdock's niece, [[Dot]], as she joined the team.

====''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''====
[[File:Friede and Captain Pikachu.png|thumb|left|250px|Captain Pikachu and Friede]]
=====With Friede=====
In ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'', Friede used Captain Pikachu to battle against [[Amethio]] after he and [[Explorers|his group]] had boarded the [[Brave Olivine]] to coerce [[Liko]] to come with them. He battled against {{TP|Amethio|Ceruledge}}, but the battle was ultimately halted by Liko, who felt responsible for all the trouble happening around her. In the [[HZ003|next episode]], he once went up against Amethio's Ceruledge. This time, however, it was merely a distraction so that Liko could sneak around the Explorers' hideout for the moment and find her {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}}, who had been taken hostage by the group. Once they reunited, the battle ended with Friede and Captain Pikachu making their escape.

In ''[[HZ007|Special Training with Cap!]]'', Captain Pikachu partook in a training battle against [[Roy]] and Liko, going up against {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} and Sprigatito. By using {{m|Double Team}}, Captain Pikachu avoided getting hit as his opponents attacked his duplicates, tiring themselves out in the process until they became unable to battle.

In ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', Captain Pikachu battled against a {{OBP|Trainer|HZ016}}'s {{p|Bisharp}} aboard a ferry. He and Friede were looking for [[Spinel]] and Liko's pendant when this Trainer recognized and challenged them. Despite this, the two Rising Volt Tacklers did not take long to figure out that this Trainer and the one they were looking for were not one in the same, and Captain Pikachu finished off his opponent quickly.

In ''[[HZ022|Charge! Galar Mine!]]'', Captain Pikachu participated in a battle against the Explorers. However, when a {{rf|Galarian}} {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} that had an Ancient Poké Ball appeared, Captain Pikachu battled it, but got injured. Fortunately, Captain Pikachu was rescued by Liko and Roy and left the [[Galar Mine]] in order for him to recover, while his Trainer and Charizard stayed behind to battle the Explorers. In the [[HZ023|next episode]], Captain Pikachu meet up with Friede at the [[Motostoke]] [[Pokémon Center]], after recovering from his battle with Moltres. Captain Pikachu then battled Moltres again in order to calm it down, which they were able to do and the Legendary Pokémon return it to its Ancient Poké Ball.
[[File:Friede Charizard and Captain Pikachu.png|thumb|250px|Captain Pikachu and {{TP|Friede|Charizard}}]]
In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', Captain Pikachu stayed behind to guard the Brave Olivine while his Trainer, Liko, and Roy went to an [[ancient castle]] in [[Hammerlocke]]. In the [[HZ025|following episode]], he and the rest of the group arrived at the castle after Friede called upon them. Cap briefly battled [[Sidian]]'s {{p|Garganacl}} and set off [[Coral]]'s fury, which resulted in her commanding her {{p|Glalie}} to use {{m|Self-Destruct}}. He and his Trainer managed to barely escape the explosion and reunited with the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers.

In ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'', Captain Pikachu noticed an odd Pokémon, as he saw a strange purple liquid on the battlefield during his training with Roy's Fuecoco and Liko's Sprigatito. Later, Captain Pikachu found the Pokémon and discovered it to be a wild {{p|Polteageist}}. Hearing that Polteageist wanted to battle {{p|Shuckle}}, Captain Pikachu let them and invited some of the other Pokémon, including [[Murdock's Rockruff]] and {{TP|Liko|Terapagos}}, to watch. However, the battle was called off, but Captain Pikachu and his friends welcomed Polteageist to the group, as they were joined by Fuecoco, Sprigatito, and [[Dot's Quaxly]] in the celebration.

In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', Captain Pikachu fought against Spinel's {{p|Umbreon}} after getting trapped in a tower with him. By allowing Umbreon to send Cap crashing into a wall and then hitting the wall with {{m|Volt Tackle}}, Cap was able to create an opening that allowed Friede to escape.

In ''[[HZ069|Roy is Crocalor, and Crocalor is Roy!]]'', Captain Pikachu was used in a battle against [[Carmine]]'s {{p|Sinistcha}}, winning the battle without much difficulty.

In ''[[HZ072|The Search for Kleavor!]]'', Captain Pikachu was used alongside Charizard to fend off a pack of {{p|Houndoom}} and {{p|Houndour}} impeding the group's search for [[Lucius's Kleavor]].
[[File:Captain Pikachu Lightning Rod.png|thumb|250px|left|{{a|Lightning Rod}} activated]]
In ''[[HZ078|Entei's Fierce Battle Cry!]]'', Captain Pikachu teamed up with {{p|Floragato}}, {{p|Crocalor}}, and {{TP|Dot|Quaxwell}} in order to battle an {{p|Entei}} the Rising Volt Tacklers believed to be one of the Six Heroes. Using his speed and agility, Captain Pikachu kept the other Pokémon protected from Entei's powerful attacks. Although everyone managed to prove their strength to Entei, neither Pagogo nor the other Heroes resonated with it, confirming that Entei was not the one that belonged to Lucius.

In ''[[HZ081|The Pillar of Fire]]'', Captain Pikachu battled [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]] and was able to help the rest of the younger members' Pokémon pass its trial, eventually earning Gouging Fire's trust. In the [[HZ082|next episode]], Captain Pikachu joined the fight against Black Rayquaza, holding his own against the Legendary Pokemon and even managing to singlehandedly land a direct hit with Volt Tackle, but he was ultimately defeated by {{m|Dragon Ascent}}.

In ''[[HZ086|The Rising Volt Tacklers vs. The Explorers!]]'', Captain Pikachu partnered with Charizard in a [[Double Battle]] against Spinel's Umbreon and {{p|Beheeyem}}. After Pikachu revealed his {{a|Lightning Rod}} [[Hidden Ability]], Spinel had his Beheeyem use {{m|Skill Swap}} to acquire it, effectively rendering Pikachu's damage-dealing moves useless; in the process, Pikachu received {{a|Telepathy}}. Knowing Lightning Rod would have Beheeyem teleporting in front of incoming {{type|Electric}} moves, Friede was able to create a plan: Pikachu targeted Umbreon with a Thunder Punch, luring Beheeyem into getting near, while Charizard {{Tera}}stallized and unleashed a {{type|Dark}} {{m|Tera Blast}} in their direction, which knocked out Beheeyem and left Umbreon barely standing. Due to Telepathy's effect, Pikachu was able to dodge its ally's attack and soon finished off the remaining opponent with a Volt Tackle. However, the battle left Friede's Pokémon exhausted, and in the [[HZ087|next episode]], the two weakened Pokémon went berserk due to the [[Laquium]]'s mist and attacked each other, knocking each other out and forcing Friede to [[recall]] them.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Captain Pikachu, Friede, and Charizard were caught in a heavy gust of wind as they were trying get aboard the Brave Olivine. At the last moment, Friede managed to get Cap to safety before he and Charizard were blown off the airship. Captain Pikachu and the others eventually returned to Mount Pericarp to look for Friede, only to find that Exceed had the area blocked off. With Spinel framing Laqua's destruction on the Rising Volt Tacklers, the group decided to lay low and go their separate ways. One year later, it was revealed that Cap, now wearing Friede's goggles, was being taken care of by Roy.

=====Traveling with Roy and the Rising Volt Tacklers=====
[[File:Captain Pikachu and Roy.png|250px|thumb|Captain Pikachu and Roy]]
As revealed in ''[[HZ112|Mega Evolution - Roy]]'', Captain Pikachu accompanied Roy to his travels to [[Lumiose City]] in the [[Kalos]] region to learn about [[Mega Evolution]], and occasionally engaged in battle whenever Roy required him to, but mostly remained on the sidelines to allow Roy and his Pokémon to undergo their much-desired training.

In ''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]'', Captain Pikachu battled alongside Roy and [[Ult]]'s {{p|Sableye}} against a {{p|Slaking}} affected by Laquium.

In ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', Captain Pikachu discovered that [[Friede]] and {{TP|Friede|Charizard}} were still alive, and soon joined the other [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] in celebrating with renewed hope.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Captain Pikachu was used alongside the rest of Roy, Liko, and [[Ult]]'s Pokémon to battle against five of the Six Heroes, who were under the influence of the Super [[Strong Sphere]]s. Together, they stalled for time to allow Pagogo to purify the Laquium away from the heroes' bodies, but the Explorers used the Super Strong Spheres once more on them. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], despite its efforts, Captian Pikachu gets knocked out by Gouging Fire when he attempted to protect Ult from the Paradox Pokémon.

In ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'', Captain Pikachu watched as the Rising Volt Tacklers worked together to stop Friede's spaceship from crash-landing on the ground after its parachute system failed. They failed, however, and just as the spaceship started to fall towards the ground, Captain Pikachu desperately rushed towards it with Volt Tackle in an attempt to catch it, but fell short of reaching it. Thankfully, Pagogo fired off a [[Terastal energy]] sphere towards Captain Pikachu that allowed him to {{Tera}}stallize into a {{t|Flying}} [[type]], which in turn allowed him to fly towards Friede and catch the spaceship with his hands. With Roy's help, Captain Pikachu redirected the spaceship right into the Brave Olivine's invisible barrier. After Friede reunited with his friends, Captain Pikachu ran towards him with Volt Tackle, smashing him against the invisible barrier. With tears in his eyes, Cap reunited with his {{pkmn|Trainer}} after over a year. When Friede [[HZ122|revealed]] that he needed to return to [[Hoenn]] to finish his prior business, he left Captain Pikachu under Roy's care again.

In [[HZ124]], Captain Pikachu teamed up with Roy's Lucario and Ult's Sableye to help Roy, Ult, Amethio, and the girls mission to save the remaining Six Heroes from the Explorers, as they battle the grunts. Despite the three defeating the grunts, Captain Pikachu was in no shape to continue the mission, as he watched their efforts, even into the [[HZ125|next episode]].

In [[HZ133]], Captain Pikachu went with [[Ann]], Liko, and Diana on the latter's {{p|Arcanine}} to go further in Laqua while Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] stayed behind to battle the Explorers. In the [[HZ134|next episode]], Captain Pikachu, Ann, Liko, and Diana meet up with Amethio, [[Onia]], and [[Zirc]], as they worked together to help the Laquium affected Pokémon when Spinel activated his upgraded Laquium-activating machines. Captain Pikachu with Pagogo's help destroyed the machines and the latter purified the Laquium from the Pokémon. After Zygarde, Onia, and Zirc took the Pokémon somewhere safe, Captain Pikachu, Ann, Liko, and Diana meet up with their friends. Captain Pikachu and the group then encounter Spinel, [[Rubina]], and [[Indi]].

In [[HZ135]], Captain Pikachu and the rest of the Tera Type Pokémon made an attempt to purify the Laquium Core, but the Explorers interfered, losing Penny's {{p|Sylveon}} in the process, until Coral sent out her {{p|Scream Tail}}, nicknamed Screamypuff, to take the {{pkmn|category|Intertwining Pokémon}}'s place. However, Captain Pikachu and the rest of the Tera Type Pokémon couldn't erase the Laquium Core before Spinel merged with it, awakening it. Captain Pikachu subsequently teamed up with his friends to take down the Laquium Core. In the [[HZ136|next episode]], Captain Pikachu joined his friends in helping Pagogo erase the Laquium Core for good after the Black Rayquaza and [[White Zygarde]] used Mega Evolution to make an opening for them to do so. After the threat with Laquium was over, Captain Pikachu decided to stay with the Rising Volt Tacklers and go on new adventures instead of going with Friede when he returned to work for Exceed, as they are now free to fly into the sky without worry, after having their name cleared with the public.

===Personality and characteristics===
[[File:Captain Pikachu allergy.png|thumb|left|250px|Captain Pikachu's "allergy" to being called cute]]
Captain Pikachu is often seen with [[Friede]] and shares a close bond with him. However, the two can disagree at times, which has led them to clash and butt heads with each other. Despite this, Captain Pikachu and Friede trust each other enough to know their intentions, as they would devise a plan, even though they would sometimes ad lib the plan. His closeness with Friede is shown again in ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'', when he used {{m|Volt Tackle}} on him and sent him crashing into the Brave Olivine's barrier, and almost cried with tears in his eyes seeing his trainer as Friede apologized to Cap for leaving him all alone, a complete contrast to his usual composed and mature demeanor. In addition to Friede, Captain Pikachu seems to be great friends with {{TP|Friede|Charizard}}, as he enjoys hanging out with it and would usually train with it whenever they could. Ever since he had been placed in [[Roy]]'s care, the Electric Mouse Pokémon has become close to him as well. Like Friede, Captain Pikachu is especially fond of Liko and Roy, often praising them and their Pokémon when they achieve a certain goal.
[[File:Captain Pikachu crying.png|thumb|250px|Captain Pikachu crying upon seeing Friede again for the first time in over a year]]
Captain Pikachu is shown to be diligent and responsible, as he seems to take his position of captain seriously, being easily distinguished from the rest of his {{p|Pikachu|species}} for wearing a captain's beret outside of battles. Captain Pikachu is also intelligent and powerful, and has been shown to battle on equal terms with [[Amethio's Ceruledge]] several times. In ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', his intelligence was at full display, as Captain Pikachu managed to figure out from the battle style alone that his opponent was not the one he and Friede were looking for. Pikachu has also been shown to be independent, capable of battling competently without the need of a {{pkmn|Trainer}}'s commands. In his time with Roy, Pikachu had no problem listening to his temporary caretaker's commands, and proved to be reliable backup to Roy's Pokémon when fighting strong [[wild Pokémon]], such as ones afflicted by [[Laquium]]. Compared to other Pikachu like [[Ash's Pikachu]] in {{aniseries|PTS}}, Captain Pikachu prefers using [[Physical move|physical]] {{t|Electric}} [[move]]s like {{m|Volt Tackle}} and fighting at close range. When cooperating with others, Pikachu is shown to be selfless and willing to shield his partners from harm, as shown in ''[[HZ078|Entei's Fierce Battle Cry!]]'' when he took a direct hit from a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Entei}}'s {{m|Sacred Fire}} to protect [[Roy's Crocalor]]. In the same battle, Captain Pikachu was shown to have above-average stamina for his species, being able to withstand a {{status|burn}} from Sacred Fire and keep fighting.

As co-leader of both the Pokémon that belong to Friede's teammates and the group that live on the [[Brave Olivine]], Captain Pikachu usually keeps things in order with both groups. Captain Pikachu has been shown to be friendly with both people and Pokémon, and he is welcoming to new members, as shown in ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'', when he, along with the Pokémon living on the Brave Olivine and some of his Trainer's teammates' Pokémon, welcomed a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Polteageist}} to the group. This is shown again in [[HZ139]], when Captain Pikachu welcomed a wild {{p|Ditto}} to the group after seeing some of the Pokémon living on the Brave Olivine and his Trainer's teammates' Pokémon have befriended it. In addition, Captain Pikachu is protective of the airship, as seen in ''[[HZ005|Found You, Fuecoco!]]'', when he attacked Roy after he caught him sneaking around it. With Friede absent, Captain Pikachu has served as a more mature voice of reason among the group, sometimes helping to calm tempers in an argument.

Captain Pikachu is characterized by usually wearing a sassy expression on his face, and has a habit of standing on his tail, especially when he is sitting on the chair at the captain's deck. As revealed in ''[[HZ035|The Wild Pair, Friede and Cap!]]'', Captain Pikachu has a kind of "allergy" when he is called "cute" or when this characteristic is noticed, he starts sneezing and ends up losing focus on what he was doing. Despite his usual serious demeanor, Captain Pikachu does enjoys having fun and doing various activities with his friends, such as surfing with [[Murdock]] in ''[[HZ105|Riding the Waves]]''.

Captain Pikachu also displayed great physical strength when he was able to lift Friede's spaceship with his new Tera Flying typing and managed to land it within the Brave Olivine's Force Field on the Battlefield, showing Captain Pikachu's strength is beyond that of a normal Pikachu. Captain Pikachu had a dream of flying, having used Volt Tackle to get up to the sky everyday [[HZ018|prior]] to meeting Friede and enjoys looking out on the Brave Olivine.

===Appearance===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{flying color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{flying color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{flying color light}}; {{roundytop|5px}}" | As a {{color2|000|Terastal phenomenon|Terastallized}} Pikachu ({{color2|000|Flying (type)|Flying}})
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Captain Pikachu Terastal.png|250px]]
|}

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|electric||Captain Pikachu {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Double Team|1=Thunder Punch|2=Volt Tackle|3=Thunderbolt}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Double Team|1=Thunder Punch|2=Volt Tackle|3=Thunderbolt}}}}
{{anmov|electric|Thunder Punch|HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)}}
{{anmov|normal|Double Team|HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)}}
{{anmov|electric|Volt Tackle|HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)}}
{{anmov|electric|Thunderbolt|HZ018|Flying Pikachu, Rising Higher and Higher!}}
{{anmov/f|electric}}

====Moves improvised====
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|-
! {{color|FFF|Picture}}
! {{color|FFF|First Used In}}
! {{color|FFF|Moves Involved}}
! {{color|FFF|Partnered With}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | [[File:Captain Pikachu Rising Volt Tackle.png|150px]]
| ''[[HZ018|Flying Pikachu, Rising Higher and Higher!]]''
| {{m|Volt Tackle}}
| None
|- style="background:#FFF"
| colspan="3" style="text-align:left" |'''Description''': '''Rising Volt Tackle''' (Japanese: '''ライジングボルテッカー''' ''Rising Volteccer'') While using {{m|Volt Tackle}}, Captain Pikachu rapidly runs in a circle, creating a thundercloud-like vortex that rises upward. He and any allies can ride the vortex, allowing them to reach high altitudes. It can also be used to cushion another person's fall.
|}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" | [[File:Captain Pikachu anime.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow: hidden;"| [[File:Captain Pikachu Pokemon 2023 Expression Sheet.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" | [[File:Captain Pikachu anime 12.png|200px]]
|- class="blacklinks"
|Art of Captain Pikachu ([[HZ002]]—[[HZ089]]) from ''{{aniseries|HZ}}''
|Concept art of Captain Pikachu from ''{{aniseries|HZ}}''<ref>[https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1629070129874227202 Tweet by アニメ「ポケットモンスター」公式 (@anipoke_PR), Feb 24, 2023]</ref>
|Art of Captain Pikachu ([[HZ090]] onwards) from ''{{aniseries|HZ}}''
|-
| colspan="3" style="{{roundy|15px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |For more artwork, please see [[a:Category:Captain Pikachu|Captain Pikachu images on the Bulbagarden Archives]].
|}

====Eyecatch====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color}}; font-size:80%"
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" |[[File:HZ eyecatch Friede Captain Pikachu.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" |[[File:HZ eyecatch Young Friede.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Roy Crocalor Kilowattrel Lucario Captain Pikachu.png|x150px]]
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Roy Crocalor Kilowattrel Lucario Captain Pikachu V2.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Roy Skeledirge Kilowattrel Lucario Captain Pikachu.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Friede Charizard Captain Pikachu Instructor Starmie.png|x150px]]
|}

====Other====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color}}; font-size:80%"
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:auto; overflow: hidden;" | [[File:Terapagos and Friends Illus. Yamazaki Rei.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Pokemon Day 2024 Countdown 5 Pokemon Horizons.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{white color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:HZ100 Special Illustration.jpg|x150px]]
|-
| {{color2|000|Terapagos and Friends (SV-P Promo)}} Illus. Yamazaki Re
| {{color2|000|Pokémon Day#2024|Pokémon Day 2024}}
| First 100th Episode Special Illustration<ref>[https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1933471910626800109 Tweet by アニメ「ポケットモンスター」公式 (@anipoke_PR), Jun 13, 2025]</ref>
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:HZ100 Special Illustration 2.jpg|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Pokémon Horizons 30th Anniversary artwork.jpg|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color dark}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Pokémon animation 30th Anniversary.jpg|x150px]]
|-
| Second 100th Episode Special Illustration <ref>[https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1936008625950278033 Tweet by アニメ「ポケットモンスター」公式 (@anipoke_PR), Jun 20, 2025]</ref>
|{{color2|000|Pokémon 30th Anniversary}} artwork<ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2024796170078564814</ref>
|{{color2|000|Pokémon 30th Anniversary}} logo for the {{color2|000|Pokémon animated series}}<ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2024793653101859092</ref>
|}

== In the manga==
[[File:Friede Captain Pikachu HZM.png|170px|thumb|Captain Pikachu in Pocket Monsters]]
===Pocket Monsters===
Captain Pikachu appeared in the {{OBP|Anime Pocket Monsters: Liko and Roy's Adventure|manga}} manga, playing the same role he does in the animated series.

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|electric||Captain Pikachu {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Thunder Punch|1=Volt Tackle|2=Double Team}} HZM.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Thunder Punch|1=Volt Tackle|2=Double Team}}}}
{{anmov|electric|Thunder Punch|HZM02}}
{{anmov|electric|Volt Tackle|HZM02}}
{{anmov|normal|Double Team|HZM02}}
{{anmov/f|electric}}

=== Pocket Monster: Liko's treasure===
[[File:Captain Pikachu PMLT.png|thumb|150px|right|Captain Pikachu and Friede in Pocket Monster: Liko's treasure]]
Captain Pikachu appears in the manga [[Pocket Monster: Liko's treasure]]
{{-}}

==In the games==
[[File:Charizard 4-1-024.png|250px|thumb|Captain Pikachu on Friede's shoulder on Charizard's disk]]
===[[Pokémon Mezastar]]===
Captain Pikachu appears alongside Friede and his Charizard in the [[Charizard (4-1-024)]] disk.

===[[Pokémon GO]]===
From March 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m., to March 11, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. local time and April 16, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., to April 22, 2025, at 8:00 p.m. local time, as part of Pokémon GO's ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series Celebration Event''<ref>[https://pokemongolive.com/post/pokemon-horizons-anime-celebration Celebrate the release of Pokémon Horizons: The Series with a new event!]</ref><ref>[https://pokemongolive.com/en/post/pokemon-horizons-anime-celebration-2025/ Tinkatink makes its smashing debut in the return of the Pokémon Horizons: The Series Celebration Event!]</ref>, which was based on ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', several Pokémon based on those encountered in the animated series appeared more frequently in the wild, in {{GO|Raid Battle|raids}}, from [[List of Eggs in Pokémon GO|Eggs]], from [[Field Research]] tasks, and during [[Photography#Pokémon GO|surprise encounters]], with Pikachu wearing Cap's hat appearing in the wild, from Field Research tasks, and during surprise encounters. Additionally, from March 8, 2024, at 12:00 a.m., to March 13, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. local time, a special Captain Pikachu [[Timed Research]] event was held in Pokémon GO. After entering the code 'CAPTAINPIKACHU' in the Pokémon GO Web Store, players received quests that, upon completion, would guarantee an encounter with a Pikachu wearing Cap's hat.

{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background:#FFF"
| class="roundy" style="background:#{{electric color light}}" |Captain Pikachu [[File:GO0025Captain.png|100px]] {{typecolor|Electric}}
|}{{-}}

==Names==
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|ja=キャプテンピカチュウ ''Captain Pikachu''
|zh_yue=船長Pikachu ''{{tt|Syùhnjéung|Captain}} Pikachu''
|zh_cmn=船長皮卡丘 / 船长皮卡丘 ''{{tt|Chuánzhǎng Píkǎqiū|Captain Pikachu}}''
|cs=Kapitán Pikachu
|da=Kaptajn Pikachu
|nl=Kapitein Pikachu
|fi=Kapteeni Pikachu
|fr=Capitaine Pikachu
|de=Flugkapitän Pikachu
|hi=कैप्टन पिकाचू ''Captain Pikachu''
|id=Kapten Pikachu
|it=Capitan Pikachu
|ko=캡틴 피카츄 ''Captain Pikachu''
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|es=Capitán Pikachu
|sv=Kapten Pikachu
|th=กัปตันพิคาชู ''Captain Pikachu''
}}

==Trivia==
[[File:Captain Pikachu hat logo.jpg|thumb|100px|The logo on Captain Pikachu's hat]]
* The logo on Captain Pikachu's hat was trademarked by [[Nintendo]], [[Game Freak]], and [[Creatures, Inc.]] on March 6, 2023.<ref>[https://www.j-platpat.inpit.go.jp/c1801/TR/JP-2023-023266/40/en Reg.No.6738986 / Appl.No.2023-023266], Japan Platform for Patent Information</ref>
* When Captain Pikachu {{Tera}}stallizes, his hat acts as the base that holds the Tera Jewel, with the hexagonal crystal replacing the emblem on the front of his hat.
* Captain Pikachu having {{t|Flying}} as his {{Tera|Tera Type}} could be a [[List of cross-canon references|reference]] to the {{DL|List of event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet|Flying Terastal Pikachu}} distributed in commemoration of {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}'s release.
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Rising Volt Tacklers

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|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
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The '''Rising Volt Tacklers''' (Japanese: '''ライジングボルテッカーズ''' ''Rising Volteccers'') is a team of adventurers featured in {{aniseries|HZ}}, led by [[Friede]] and, after his disappearance and the team's reformation, [[Roy]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers travel around the {{pkmn|world}} aboard their airship and base of operations, the [[Brave Olivine]]. After [[Liko]] and Roy joined the team, their main mission became to find and gather the [[Six Heroes]], which led them to cross paths with the [[Explorers]].

With Friede's disappearance and the Explorers framing them as the villains, the Rising Volt Tacklers temporarily disbanded following the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', but were rebirthed by Roy in ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', a year later, now with the goal of stopping the Explorers' plans and clearing their name to the public. In [[HZ136]], they finally succeeded in their efforts.

==History==
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===Pre-series===
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers formed.png|thumb|250px|The formation of the Rising Volt Tacklers]]
Sometime prior to the events of the series, the [[Pokémon Professor]] [[Friede]], who quit his job at [[Exceed]], was [[fishing]] in the [[Paldea]] [[region]] with his {{TP|Friede|Charizard}} and his former mentor [[Ludlow]]. Friede met up with a teacher of his, [[Lucca]], who wanted him to meet someone. Upon meeting a {{pkmn2|wild}} [[Captain Pikachu|Pikachu]] trying to fly, Friede decided to do research on him and tried to befriend the {{pkmn|category|Mouse Pokémon}}. Although he failed to befriend {{P|Pikachu}}, Friede didn't give up as he offered the Mouse Pokémon some food. Eventually, Friede decided to fly up to sky to see why Pikachu wanted to fly, realizing that he wanted to see the horizons. Seeing Pikachu falling, Friede and Charizard saved him, winning his friendship. Friede asked Pikachu to be his partner, which he accepted. Later, Friede asked Ludlow if he can have his boat and was okay with it. The two arrived in [[Slateport City]] in [[Hoenn]] where Friede met up with his childhood friend [[Orla]] and asked her to turn Ludlow's boat into an airship. Through her help, the boat turned into the [[Brave Olivine]] and the four of them formed the Rising Volt Tacklers. Also, Friede decided to [[nickname]] his partner Captain Pikachu.

Later, the four of them met [[Murdock]], [[Wy-Yes]], and [[Mollie]] as they joined the Rising Volt Tacklers, but Wy-Yes eventually decided to leave the team in order to become a journalist for {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Occulture}}. Sometime after Wy-Yes left, Murdock's niece [[Dot]] (who is a well-known streamer known as Nidothing) joined the Rising Volt Tacklers. During their adventures, the Rising Volt Tacklers had various Pokémon from all the different regions settle in with them when they decided to make the Brave Olivine their home. One day, Friede was contacted by Lucca, who was reached out by her mother, [[Diana]], as she asked him to bring her daughter [[Liko]], who was attending [[Indigo Academy]] in the [[Kanto]] region, to Paldea and protect her during the journey there.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers vs Explorers.png|thumb|250px|left|[[Friede]] facing the [[Explorers]] for the first time]]
The Rising Volt Tacklers debuted in ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''. They first appeared looking for Liko at Indigo Academy, but they failed to find her because all the students were wearing the same uniforms. Despite this, they decided to try again in finding Liko during the school break with Friede going back to Indigo Academy by himself in order to find her. When Liko clashed with the members of the [[Explorers]], Friede appeared to help her. After nearly getting hit by {{TP|Amethio|Ceruledge}}'s {{m|Psycho Cut}}, Liko and her {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} were protected by the power of her mysterious pendant.

In the [[HZ002|following episode]], Friede took Liko to the Rising Volt Tacklers' airship, where she had her first interaction with the rest of the group. Before Liko could ask more about them, the ship was intercepted by members of the Explorers and another battle between Friede and [[Amethio]] ensued. After Liko almost gave herself to the Explorers, her Sprigatito unleashed a {{m|Leafage}} strong enough to break the force field around the Wing Deck, but got blown overboard in the process, allowing Amethio to capture her before fleeing with his group.

In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Friede revealed that Liko's mother hired the Rising Volt Tacklers to protect her. The group went to the city where the Explorers were last seen, and [[Murdock's Rockruff]] managed to smell Sprigatito's scent in [[Onia]]. Friede, Liko, and Rockruff chased her back to their temporary base, where Friede engaged Amethio again in a battle to allow for Liko and Rockruff to find where Sprigatito was held captive. After being reunited with her Pokémon, Liko decided to trust in the Rising Volt Tacklers and became part of the group, whose next destination was Paldea.
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers meet Black Rayquaza.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers meet the [[Black Rayquaza]] for the first time]]
[[HZ004|Throughout]] their [[HZ005|journey]] to get Liko to Paldea, the Rising Volt Tacklers met a boy named [[Roy]] on an [[Roy's hometown|island]] in Kanto as he helped them repair their ship. Roy [[HZ006|eventually]] decided to join the Rising Volt Tacklers on their adventures, after forming a bond with a {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} that lived with them as he became his first Pokémon and an encounter with a [[Black Rayquaza]] that came out of his [[Ancient Poké Ball]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers helped Liko and Roy become [[HZ007|better at Pokémon battles]]. In addition, Liko and Roy learned of the existence of Dot (who was hiding in her room from the rest of the crew and Liko and Roy up until that point) as they [[HZ008|attempted]] to make friends with her.

In ''[[HZ009|Welcome to Paldea!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived in Paldea. After Friede failed to reach Liko's mother, they decided to head over to her house as [[Alex]], her father, was home. However, Liko overheard Alex talking to Friede, as he expressed how worried he was about her being on her own and expressed a desire for her to attend school in Paldea. Liko decided to head back to the ship for the night, but was not able to fall sleep. Through Orla and Mollie's advice and a drawing Dot made for her, Liko made up her mind as she left the ship to go back home to tell Alex her decision. Upon arriving home, Liko told her father that she wanted to continue traveling with the Rising Volt Tacklers and attend online classes at the Indigo Academy, which he understood and accepted her decision.
[[File:Liko and Roy with Arboliva.png|thumb|250px|left|[[Liko]] and [[Roy]] with [[Lucius's Arboliva]]]]
Following a lead from Alex and [[Brassius]] about the Black Rayquaza, the Rising Volt Tacklers [[HZ011|investigated]] [[Arboliva's Forest]] where they met a {{pkmn2|giant}} {{TP|Lucius|Arboliva}} that had another Ancient Poké Ball and saw the damage that a forest fire caused to it. The Rising Volt Tacklers worked together to restore the forest and eventually witnessed Liko's pendant reveal an [[Pagogo|unknown Pokémon]], which showed her and Roy a vision. After Arboliva decided to join them, Liko and Roy discovered that it and the Black Rayquaza belonged to [[Lucius]], the Ancient Adventurer. Friede also found out about this through Lucca as she told him that she knew the legend thanks to her mother. Liko [[HZ012|decided]] to meet with her grandmother in [[Galar]] to learn more about her pendant.

However, [[HZ013|before]] they could set off for Galar, they were ambushed by [[Spinel]] of the Explorers who was able to steal [[HZ014|Liko's pendant]] by using his {{p|Beheeyem}} to put her in a trance, which led her to lose part of her [[HZ015|memory]]. While most of the crew was searching for Liko, Dot had some help in streamer and [[Levincia]] [[Gym Leader]] {{an|Iono}} in finding her. Dot decided to leave the airship in order to find Liko, causing Roy to finally meet her in person. Meanwhile, Liko was able to recover the memories she lost while under Beheeyem's trance and met up with Roy and Dot, meeting the latter for the first time. After reuniting with Friede, Liko realized that her pendant was stolen, so the Rising Volt Tacklers made a plan to get it back from Spinel. Dot officially became a [[HZ016|Pokémon Trainer]] with the {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}} that have been living with the Rising Volt Tacklers as her first Pokémon. After they managed to get Liko's pendant back from Spinel, the Rising Volt Tacklers set off for the Galar region.
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers vs Moltres.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers battling [[Lucius's Moltres]]]]
During [[HZ017|their]] [[HZ018|journey]] to Galar, the younger members became curious as to how Captain Pikachu was able to fly during a battle against Roy's Fuecoco and {{TP|Roy|Wattrel}}. After failing to get an answer from Friede, Liko, Roy, and Dot asked the rest of the members, but no luck. However, their question did get the rest of the members curious as well, turning to Friede for answers. Although he was reluctant to answer their question, Friede decided to tell them as to how he met Captain Pikachu and the formation of the Rising Volt Tacklers. In ''[[HZ019|The Bittersweet Truth]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived in Galar. They decided that their first stop was at [[Motostoke]] before heading to [[Hammerlocke]] by train.

However, [[HZ020|after hearing from]] [[Kabu]] that he saw the Black Rayquaza flying to the west of Motostoke, they [[HZ021|decided]] to take a detour to the [[Galar Mine]]. Here, Liko, Roy, and Friede [[HZ022|encountered]] the Explorers again and they battle them. However, a {{rf|Galarian}} {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} that had an Ancient Poké Ball arrived and attacked them, which led to Captain Pikachu getting injured. Fortunately, Liko and Roy managed to bring Captain Pikachu out of the mine while Friede continued his battle against Amethio. [[HZ023|After recovering]] at the Motostoke's [[Pokémon Center]], Liko and Roy reunited with Friede and the three of them decided to confront Moltres again in order to calm it down. Through their teamwork, they were able to do it. After Terapagos reappeared, they saw a vision and Moltres decided to join them, returning to its Ancient Poké Ball. However, Terapagos didn't return to its pendant form, as {{TP|Liko|Hatenna}} sensed its presence and revealed it to her Trainer. Friede hid Terapagos while he, Liko, and Roy decided to take it to the Brave Olivine.
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers meet Terapagos.png|thumb|250px|left|The Rising Volt Tacklers properly meeting [[Pagogo|Terapagos]]]]
[[HZ024|After showing the rest of their teammates Terapagos]], Liko, Roy, and Friede headed for Hammerlocke to find the [[ancient castle]] that Diana was at. Through her {{p|Squawkabilly}}, they were able to meet with Diana, who explained her past and the history of Terapagos. However, they were ambushed by the Explorers, who followed them to their location in order to take Terapagos. [[HZ025|Fortunately]], they were able to escape with Diana joining them as she showed Liko information about Lucius and his remaining Pokémon. [[HZ026|After Terapagos did some exploring of its surroundings]], Diana gave Liko a belt that was owned by Lucius to hold the Ancient Poké Balls. Liko then told her friends that she wanted to find Lucius's remaining Pokémon and look for [[Laqua]], which they agreed. However, due to not having a lot of information of the three remaining Pokémon, they decided to continue pursuing Black Rayquaza. [[HZ027|After Dot got misled in finding information about the Black Rayquaza's whereabouts]], Roy decided to ask someone if they knew anything about the Ancient Poké Balls, which Diana tells him that she knows someone who could help. [[HZ028|However]], Diana's friend [[Tepen]] turned out to have turned into stealing. Fortunately, Liko, Diana, and their friends helped Tepen realize the error of his ways. Although Tepen wasn't able to help them get information about the Ancient Poké Balls, Liko and her friends were able to get intel on a contact of his. [[HZ029|Through Tepen's information]], Liko and her friends met [[Karna]] as she designs Poké Balls, but couldn't help them with information about the Ancient Poké Balls either.
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers meet with Lapras.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers meeting with [[Lucius's Lapras]] and its "pirate crew"]]
Due to not getting the information they needed about the Ancient Poké Balls, the Rising Volt Tacklers decided to continue their search for the remaining [[Six Heroes]]. In ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers took in a wild {{p|Polteageist}} and {{p|Sinistea}} that decided to live on the Brave Olivine. In ''[[HZ031|Song Within the Mist]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers got information about a {{TP|Lucius|Lapras}} and they realized that it had to be one of Lucius's Pokémon, so they decided to investigate. After finding it, they failed to see it because of the {{m|Mist}} covering it and the younger members witnessed two Pokémon appearing on the ship. However, through Friede's plan, the Rising Volt Tacklers were able to see Lapras with scars and they found out that it used the mist to cover any ship that went nearby to give to its fellow Pokémon the chance to steal the food cargo on them. After preventing the group from stealing anything, the Rising Volt Tacklers followed Lapras and its group. In the [[HZ032|next episode]], however, they were stopped when Lapras used {{m|Ice Beam}} on the ship. Liko, Roy, and Friede decided to confront Lapras on their own. Terapagos attempted to reason with Lapras, even bringing out Arboliva and Moltres for help. Liko, Roy, and Friede were then shown another vision of Lucius. After spending time with Lapras and its friends, the Rising Volt Tacklers got ready to leave. However, Lapras decided to join them as its friends encouraged to go with them and it returned into its Ancient Poké Ball.
[[File:Terapagos and Rayquaza.png|thumb|250px|left|Terapagos facing the Black Rayquaza]]
Before setting off, the Rising Volt Tacklers witnessed the Black Rayquaza arriving to their location in ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]''''. However, after Amethio battled and got defeated by the Black Rayquaza, the Rising Volt Tacklers witnessed Terapagos transforming and battling the [[Legendary Pokémon]]. Unfortunately, Terapagos collapsed and the Black Rayquaza left. Later, Diana told Friede that she was planning to travel alone again, which he understood and accepted her decision. The next day, Liko and Roy did a training battle with Diana, which led them to victory when Sprigatito landed a hit on Diana's {{p|Arcanine}}. After the battle, Liko and Roy thanked Diana for the experience, as it will help them be better Trainers. Upon hearing of Diana's departure in ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]'', Liko and Roy decided to do a surprise farewell party. Through the rest of the members help, Liko and Roy were able to surprise Diana, which she appreciated. Before leaving, Diana gave Liko her adventure log. After dropping Diana off, the Rising Volt Tacklers agree to continue their search for the remaining Six Heroes. However, before doing so, the Rising Volt Tacklers decided to return to Paldea for information on Terapagos.

[[HZ035|During their return journey to Paldea]], the Rising Volt Tacklers began to run out of funds needed to pay for supplies, so the adults decided to take some jobs in order to raise money. After Friede got a job request from a [[Shine|friend]] of his, he took the assignment with Liko and Roy accompanying him. They were able to fulfill the job and stop a group of {{OBP|Pokémon hunters|HZ035}}. In ''[[HZ037|Fuecoco…Becomes a Crook?!]]'', Friede got another job assignment from another friend of his who is the leader of a group of {{OBP|archeologists|HZ037}}, as they were having trouble with a group of {{p|Sandile}} and its {{p|Krokorok|evolved}} {{p|Krookodile|forms}}. Fortunately, Roy found out the problem but, to their disappointment, for this reason the Rising Volt Tacklers were no longer needed to do the job. In [[HZ038|the following episode]], the Rising Volt Tacklers took in a wild {{p|Maushold}} when it decided to come live on the Brave Olivine until it eventually decided to go with Mollie. In ''[[HZ041|A Wild Mom Appears!]]'', Dot was reunited with her mother, as she came to bring her home because her time with the team was a trial period, but let her stay as a permanent member of the team, after seeing her friendship with her Pokémon partners, Quaxly and {{TP|Dot|Tinkatink}}, Liko, and Roy, and having a battle against each other.
[[File:HZ045.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers battling the Black Rayquaza for the first time]]
In ''[[HZ042|Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived back in Paldea. Soon after their return, the [[HZ043|team]] [[HZ044|learned]] of the Explorers' plan to capture the Black Rayquaza and decided to investigate a mysterious tower they had built near Levincia. However, when Friede entered the tower, it turned out to actually be a trap set up by Spinel, locking Friede up inside while the rest of the Explorers admins started the capture operation at a lighthouse outside of Levincia. Liko, Roy, and Ludlow hurried to the site to stop them, with the rest of the team moving the Brave Olivine to the site as well to allow Dot to jump down to the lighthouse and use a shutdown program on the device the Explorers had used to summon Rayquaza. While Friede successfully escaped from Spinel's trap and Roy managed to stop [[Chalce]] from catching Rayquaza, things quickly took a turn for the worse when Rayquaza's {{m|Draco Meteor}} shower started devastating the scenery and [[Coral]] made a reckless attack on Rayquaza in a rage by having her {{p|Glalie}} use {{m|Self-Destruct}}, sending Rayquaza crashing straight into the Brave Olivine and severely damaging it. Fortunately, Murdock was able to safely land the Brave Olivine. After the Explorers retreated in ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'', Liko, Roy, Dot and Friede battled Rayquaza. Despite having help from Amethio, the four of them couldn't defeat Rayquaza, and the Legendary Pokémon left once again. In the aftermath of the battle, Liko, Roy, and Dot decided to learn more about the Terastal phenomenon and be able to use it in battle. As such, they went to study at [[Naranja Academy]], while the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers focused on repairing the Brave Olivine.
[[File:OPJ32 Rotom Photo HZ074.png|thumb|250px|left|Liko, Roy, and [[Dot]] battling [[Lucius's Kleavor]]]]
During their time doing repairs to the airship, the Rising Volt Tacklers took a group of wild {{p|Tatsugiri}} as new traveling companions. After the repairs on the Brave Olivine were finished and the younger members were done with their studies at Naranja Academy, the Rising Volt Tacklers set off to search for the Six Heroes once more in ''[[HZ068|Into a New Sky! The Brave Olivine!]]''. Their first destination was the land of [[Kitakami]], planning to meet up with the Terapagos researcher [[Briar]]. After arriving in Kitakami and [[HZ069|spending an evening]] at the local [[Countryside Harvest Festival]], the team learned from [[Carmine]] that Briar was currently at the [[Crystal Pool]] on [[Oni Mountain]]. Friede and the junior members of the team [[HZ070|subsequently]] [[HZ071|traveled]] there, meeting Briar and exchanging information about Terapagos with her. While both sides learned a lot, the Rising Volt Tacklers didn't gain any new leads, so they decided to focus on finding the remaining three members of the Six Heroes for now.

Through an unexpected stroke of luck, Dot discovered that a photographer named [[Perrin]] had seen {{TP|Lucius|Kleavor}} in Kitakami. [[HZ072|Through]] [[HZ073|Perrin's help]], Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede found Kleavor. After some convincing from Lapras, having a battle with the younger members of the Rising Volt Tacklers and seeing Liko's selfness for Pokémon, Kleavor showed her, Roy, Dot, and Friede a vision of Lucius of the day they meet. Kleavor then decided to join the group and it returned to its Ancient Poké Ball.
[[File:OPJ32 Rotom Photo HZ076.png|thumb|250px|right|The Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Diana]] summoning [[Rystal]] at the [[Crystal Pool]]]]
[[HZ074|The next day]], Liko and her friends reunite with Diana, as they exchanged information about the Explorers. After returning to the Crystal Pool and were able to summon [[Rystal]], a member of the original Explorers, Liko and the group found out that she and Lucius were her great-great grandparents. Liko and the group then [[HZ075|listened]] to Rystal telling everyone how she formed the Explorers with Lucius and [[Gibeon]] and they were able to reach Laqua. However, Liko and the group had to bid farewell to Rystal when she had to return to her proper time. Liko and the group then bid farewell to Diana, as she intended to continue traveling her own way. [[HZ076|Through Wy-Yes's help]], the Rising Volt Tacklers decided to head to [[Olivine City]] in the [[Johto]] region in order to search for {{p|Entei}}. In ''[[HZ077|Ludlow's Homecoming!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived in Johto. [[HZ078|After falling to find Entei in Johto]], the Rising Volt Tacklers head back to Paldea when Briar revealed that a Pokémon similar to Entei had been spotted in [[Area Zero]].
[[File:OPJ32 Rotom Photo HZ083.png|thumb|170px|left|The Rising Volt Tacklers battling the Black Rayquaza for the second time]]
In ''[[HZ079|Over the Top!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived back to Paldea. After Liko, Roy, and Dot defeated [[Geeta]], together with Friede, [[HZ080|they entered Area Zero]] and met up with Briar. [[HZ081|Upon finding the Pokémon similar to Entei]], they realized that it was a [[Paradox Pokémon]] named {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}}. The four Rising Volt Tacklers battled Gouging Fire when it wanted to test their strength. Through their teamwork, they defeated Gouging Fire, who showed them a vision of when it first met Lucius. Gouging Fire then decided to join the group and returned to its Ancient Poké Ball. However, it and the rest of the Six Heroes come out to summon the Black Rayquaza, who arrived at the group's location. Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede [[HZ082|battled]] the Black Rayquaza once again and, after a tough battle, they were able to return Rayquaza to its Ancient Poké Ball. Rayquaza then showed them a vision of the original Explorers reaching Laqua. The group then bid farewell to Briar and, following Rayquaza, [[HZ083|made their way to the paradise]].
[[File:OPJ32 Rotom Photo HZ088.png|170px|thumb|right|The Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Amethio]] battling [[Gibeon]] and his [[White Zygarde]]]]
In ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]'', after stopping at [[Pericarp Town]] near Laqua, Friede and the younger members journeyed to the paradise, with the Six Heroes helping along the way. Upon entering Laqua in ''[[HZ085|The Pokémon Paradise of Laqua!]]'', Friede and the younger members explored until they came across the barrier, which Pagogo removed. However, in the [[HZ086|next episode]], Friede and the younger members were then confronted by the Explorers. Although they were able to defeat the Explorers admins in ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Friede and the younger members were too late to prevent Gibeon from reaching the [[Laquium]]. Fortunately, Gibeon's [[White Zygarde|Zygarde]] was only trying to free Lucius from the Laquium. Friede and the younger members met Lucius, as he explained to them that he was able to see the outside world through Zygarde. Due to Friede's partners going berserk from the Laquium and knocking each other out, the younger members with Amethio battled Gibeon. However, Zygarde [[HZ088|eventually]] forfeited the battle, because it had been testing their strength and resolve, as it bid its Trainer farewell and disassembled itself.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Spinel released his own supply of Laquium that he had gathered after Pagogo and the Six Heroes purified the land. This act caused the Six Heroes, barring Rayquaza, to go berserk and indiscriminately attack anything in their sight. Rayquaza shielded the Rising Volt Tacklers from its comrades' attacks and ordered them to escape, but as the Brave Olivine attempted to leave, a strong gust of wind caught Friede and his Pokémon off-guard. Friede managed to get Captain Pikachu to safety before he and Charizard were blown off the ship. Afterwards, the group started flying around the area looking for Friede, but couldn't find him. Meanwhile, Spinel had the entire area around Laqua closed off, and later publicly framed the Rising Volt Tacklers for the destruction at Laqua, casting them as a dangerous group to the public eye. With their original task completed and being unable to function without Friede, the group made the decision to disband; Liko returned to [[Indigo Academy]], Roy going on a [[Episode: Mega Evolution|training journey]] in the [[Kalos]] region, and Dot returning to her home.
[[File:Re-formed Rising Volt Tacklers MV.png|250px|thumb|left|The Rising Volt Tacklers re-formed by Roy, Dot, and Liko]]
A year after the events at Laqua, in ''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]'', Dot and Roy discovered a case of Laquium affecting a wild {{p|Slaking}}, and after the boy and [[Ult]] defeated it, Roy decided to visit the Indigo Academy to ask for Liko's help in finding more signs of Laquium. After reuniting with her in the [[HZ091|following episode]], Roy explained the situation. At first, Liko refused to help him and Dot, as she was accustomed to being at Indigo Academy and didn't want everyone there to know she was a Rising Volt Tackler out of fear of bearing the group's tarnished reputation. However, after seeing Roy battling [[Ann]] and having a battle against him herself, Liko ultimately decided to join and assist in clearing the group's name while revealing the truth to the public.

In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Liko and Roy tracked down a Laquium sign that Dot found, and ended up battling a pair of Laquium affected {{p|Steelix}}, alongside Ult, who had been following Roy. In the process, Roy and Ult showcased [[Mega Evolution]], with Liko learning about it for the first time.

In ''[[HZ094|The Pokémon Center Lady]]'', Liko and Roy reunited with Mollie, who had returned to the family Pokémon Center at [[Mochew City]]. Mollie disapproved of their decision to restart the team, but after working together to calm a Laquium-afflicted {{p|Vileplume}} down, ultimately respected their decision. The two offered her a spot back in the team, but she declined for the time being, as she knew that she needed to be at the Pokémon Center. Before they parted ways, she promised to them that she would return when the team was fully reunited.
[[File:Ult joins Rising Volt Tacklers.png|250px|thumb|[[Ult]] joining the Rising Volt Tacklers]]
[[HZ095|During an investigation at an Exceed testing facility]], Liko and Roy find out that they and the Explorers have made a Laquium power-up device called the [[Strong Sphere]]. Also, upon witnessing the effects the Strong Sphere had on Pokémon, Ult saved Liko and Roy after their Pokémon were defeated in a [[Double Battle]] by Coral and Sidian. He proceeded to join the two on their journey. In the [[HZ096|following episode]], after Liko and Roy reunited with the Black Rayquaza, which was under the protection of [[Team Dragon Rampage]], Dot called and informed the two that Murdock had returned to [[Cortondo]] to work with [[Katy]]. Dot then decided to meet up with the group in person at Cortondo in Paldea. [[HZ098|Upon arriving at Cortondo]], the three and Ult met with Murdock at Katy's pastry shop. Like Mollie, Murdock disapproved of their decision to restart the team, despite Liko's insistence that they knew what they were getting into. Katy suggested a Pokémon battle to alleviate Murdock's concerns, and in the official rematch, Liko defeated Katy. Impressed by her growth, Murdock ultimately respected their decision and informed them that the Brave Olivine had been dismantled, with its parts being stored in Galar. With this knowledge in hand, the group decided to look for Orla and left Cortondo. Murdock confessed to Katy that he wanted to travel with them despite the fact that he suggested that they disband after the events in Laqua, fearing that he would hold them back. Katy told Murdock that the others had already done so despite their circumstances, causing him to realize the meaning of her words.

In ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', Liko, Roy, Dot, and Ult went to Galar to look for Orla, and it was revealed that Orla had lied about the ship's condition. Rather than dismantling it, she had kept it hidden in a forest, maintaining it from time to time, and the wild Pokémon (apart from Maushold) remained onboard. After Liko, Roy, Dot, and Ult defeated two members of the Explorers in the [[HZ100|the following episode]], [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]], Orla decided to join them in officially re-forming the Rising Volt Tacklers, as the five worked together to clean and rebuild the Brave Olivine. Ludlow, Murdock, and Mollie returned to the team, with Ult deciding to become an official member of the group. Dot then discovered a message had been sent to their app a month prior. After decrypting it and showing it to everyone else, they found out that it was from Friede, who was revealed to be alive and well but in hiding from the Explorers.
[[File:Young Rising Volt Tacklers.png|thumb|250px|left|Dot, Liko, Roy, and Ult deciding to train at [[Blueberry Academy]] in [[Unova]]]]
In ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived back to Paldea through Dot's suggestion in going to Naranja Academy because everyone there knows the Explorers true nature. Although Dot is able to give Geeta and Clavell the information she had on Laquium and while they understand the situation, they aren't able to help them further without more evidence, but they recommended asking [[Jacq]] for help in their research, which he accepted. Dot also gets a map of Paldea from Penny that shows Laquium Signs around the region. After returning to the Brave Olivine in the [[HZ102|next episode]], the younger members decided to check out a Laquium Sign near their location. During their investigation, Dot reminds everyone that they need funds to travel around if they want to spread the truth about Laquium, as Roy remembers that most of their funds came from Friede and Captain Pikachu doing various jobs. Later, after Liko, her Pokémon and a {{TP|Liko|Charcadet}}, who decided to become one of her partners, stopped the Laquium Sign, Dot gets a video message from Iono asking for [[Nidothing and Iono Meetup|a handshake event]] as their next collaboration, which she reluctantly agreed to hold it as a means to earn some money in ''[[HZ103|Nidothing Love!]]''. Also, a wild {{TP|Dot|Gimmighoul}} stowed away on the Brave Olivine until Dot decided to add it to her team in ''[[HZ105|Riding the Waves]]''.

After Roy and Ult infiltrated an Explorers base in ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', Diana came for a visit in the [[HZ108|next episode]] to give the Rising Volt Tacklers information on how to eliminate Laquium once and for all. Also, Diana tells the Rising Volt Tacklers that Spinel has the remaining Six Heroes held captive with Ult backing up her claim, as he saw Lapras and Kleavor trapped in boxes when he was in the Explorers base. Wanting to save the remaining Six Heroes from the Explorers, the Rising Volt Tacklers agreed to find which Exceed building they are being held in, as they realized that Spinel moved them in order to prevent them from finding them. Liko suggests they ask [[Cervantis]], the former Exceed director and Amethio's father, which they agreed. In ''[[HZ109|Tinkatuff's Hammer Wasn't Made in a Year!]]'', however, Liko, Roy, and Ult walked into a trap the Explorers set up for them by faking an email sent by Cervantis. In the [[HZ110|following episode]], Liko, Roy, and Ult were forced to battle five of the Six Heroes when they used a new improved Strong Sphere called Super Strong Sphere on them to turn them against them. Despite their efforts and help from Amethio, Liko, Roy, and Ult's Pokémon are knocked out by five of the Six Heroes with Coral and Sidian's help. However, the effects of the Super Strong Sphere on five of the Six Heroes wears off and the Explorers left with them. Despite the loss, Liko, Roy, Ult, and Dot [[HZ112|decided]] to do battle training at [[Blueberry Academy]] in the [[Unova]] region after getting a call from Briar. Also, Liko revealed to Roy and Dot that their friend Ann is at Blueberry Academy as an exchange student.
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers reunited.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers reunited with Friede]]
In ''[[HZ115|Welcome to Blueberry Academy!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived in Unova, as the older members dropped off the junior members at Blueberry Academy while they docked near a town for repairs and supplies.

In ''[[HZ119|Don't Give Up, Crocalor!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers, along with Penny and Carmine, attended a meeting with Briar whom explained that Diana's theory about Pagogo possibly needing to resonate with eighteen Pokémon Types was only half correct. Briar clarified that Pagogo needed to resonate with eighteen different Tera Types from Pokémon at the level of the Six Heroes in order to completely purify Laquium. After leaving Blueberry Academy and Dot with Penny obtained data on Laquium in ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers got a message from Friede that he was coming back. Friede then revealed to his teammates that he was returning from space. In ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'', when Friede ran into trouble returning to the planet, the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived to his rescue and were able to get him back onto the Brave Olivine safely. After exchanging information in ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'', Friede and Roy had a battle, which the latter won. Later, Friede decided to go to the [[Hoenn]] region to give respect for the [[Mossdeep Space Center]] and go to the [[Devon Corporation]] to analyze the data on Laquium that he got from space. Friede decided to leave the Rising Volt Tacklers to Captain Pikachu and Roy, with the latter officially being recognized as the new leader.

In [[HZ124]], the younger members and Amethio staged a rescue mission for the reamning Six Heroes, as they were able to get into the Explorers HQ where they were being held in. However, the five end up walking into a trap set up by Spinel, as they face off a high ranking member of the Explorers and a Six Hero. [[HZ125|Through their efforts]], the five were able to save the remaining Six Heroes and let them roam the world so they would be safe from the Explorers. Although, the remaining heroes promise Zygarde to lend their strength at Laqua when the time comes. However, Spinel used the confrontation with the younger members to frame them again, making things worse for their reputation and forcing them to go into hiding from the public.
[[File:Roy and his friends.png|thumb|250px|left|The Rising Volt Tacklers setting off on the Brave Olivine once again]]
In [[HZ126]], the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived back to Paldea, but had to keep a low profile due to Spinel's lies. The younger members go back to Naranja Academy to stop them from selling Strong Spheres while the older members stay with the Brave Olivine in Levincia with Iono's help in keeping their airship hidden from the public. In [[HZ127]], the younger members' friends Ann, Nemona, and Penny decided to help the Rising Volt Tacklers stop the Explorers' plans for good. In [[HZ128]], Liko, Roy and Ult decided to return to Johto to reunite with the Black Rayquaza while the rest of the Rising Volt Tacklers stay at Paldea. In the [[HZ129|following episode]], after arriving at the [[Dragon's Den]] and helping the Black Rayquaza recover, Roy and Ult battled the Legendary Pokémon as they gave everything they got to prove themselves to it. Eventually, Roy came on top and caught the Black Rayquaza with its approval. Roy then let Rayquaza roam the world so it could gather the remaining Six Heroes while he, Ult, and Liko returned to their teammates at Paldea.

In [[HZ130]], Liko, Roy, and Ult saw that Strong Sphere has been released to the public during their return journey to Paldea, while Dot saw it through a battle at Levincia. The younger members discussed the 18 Tera Types, having the Six Heroes represent {{t|Normal}}, {{t|Dark}}, {{t|Ice}}, {{t|Bug}}, {{t|Rock}}, and {{t|Dragon}}; themselves, minus Ult, representing {{t|Grass}}, {{t|Psychic}}, {{t|Fire}}, {{t|Electric}}, {{t|Flying}}, {{t|Water}}, and {{t|Steel}}; and Penny, Nemona, Ann, and Amethio representing {{t|Fairy}}, {{t|Fighting}}, {{t|Ground}}, and {{t|Ghost}}. They realized that they had 17 Tera Types, missing {{t|Poison}}. Upon getting a plate of [[mochi]]s from Maushold, the younger members decided that Diana's {{p|Pecharunt}} would be perfect for the Poison Tera Type. Later, the Rising Volt Tacklers got a call from Friede, informing them that he was almost finished with his own investigation and would be joining back up with them soon, much to their excitement. In the [[HZ131|following episode]], the Rising Volt Tacklers were joined by Wy-Yes and Perrin who decided to join them in stopping the Explorers, promising to reveal the truth to the public in order to clear their name. Meanwhile, after lending his Rotom Phone to [[Yanga]], Friede met [[Master Mayonnaise]], who decided to briefly join the Rising Volt Tacklers in their quest as well in order to further train Roy and Ult in Mega Evolution, having trained them before in Kalos. Once the Brave Olivine was finished being upgraded with Friede dubbing it to be its Rising Again mode, the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies set off for Galar to ask Diana for help. [[HZ132|Upon arriving]], the Rising Volt Tacklers asked Diana for her help, which she accepted, and found out that Pecharunt's Tera Type is Poison through Pagogo, fulfilling the required Pokémon they need to erase Laquium. After spending some time training at Diana's place, the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies bid farewell to Master Mayonnaise, and the group heads off for Laqua.

In [[HZ133]], the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies have arrived at Laqua as the group spilt up in order to prevent them from battling the Explorers so they can preserve their required Pokémon. Roy, Ult, and Friede took to the sky while the girls, except Mollie, Orla, and Perrin, who stayed on the Brave Olivine with Ludlow, Murdock, and Wy-Yes, and Captain Pikachu were dropped off and traveled on foot. However, they were ambushed by the Explorers, although Roy, Ult, and Friede managed to led Coral and Sidian away from the girls and Captain Pikachu. Dot, Nemona, and Penny stay behind to battle Indi and Rubina while Liko, Diana, Captain Pikachu, and Ann left. During the confrontation, Dot, Nemona, Penny, Roy, Ult, and Friede find out that the Explorers have figured out their plan in eliminating Laquium for good. Dot, Nemona, and Penny were able to defeat Indi and Rubina with [[Hamber]]'s help as the three of them left to meet back up with Liko's group while the latter stayed behind to battle a group of Explorers grunts. Meanwhile, Roy, Ult, and Friede do a Mega Evolution battle with Coral, Chalce, and Sidian, where they emerged victorious in [[HZ134|the following episode]].
[[File:Laquium threat over.png|thumb|250px|The Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies see that the Laquium threat was over]]
Liko, Diana, Captain Pikachu, and Ann meet up with Amethio, Onia, and Zirc as they worked together to help the Laquium affected Pokémon when Spinel activated his upgraded Laquium-activating machines. After Captain Pikachu destroyed the machines and Pagogo purified the Laquium from the Pokémon with Zygarde, Onia, and Zirc taking them to safety, Liko, Ann, and Diana meet up with their friends. The Rising Volt Tacklers with their allies then encountered Spinel, Rubina, and Indi. Meanwhile, in Pericarp Town, Orla, Ludlow as Mighty G, Murdock, and Mollie helped the people and Pokémon there when Laquium came to their area while Wy-Yes and Perrin took photos of their heroics. Seeing their efforts, the townspeople, except [[Yuha]], a friend Liko, Roy, and Dot met the last time they were there, started to realize that the Rising Volt Tacklers aren't bad people. Simultaneously, the Black Rayquaza and the other Six Heroes arrived at Laqua as they, Liko, Roy, Dot, Ult, Friede and their allies got ready to get rid of Laquium for good.

In [[HZ135]], however, the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies Pokémon got attacked by the Explorers, as they end up losing Penny's {{p|Sylveon}}, who represented the Fairy Tera type. Fortunately, Coral turned against Spinel and had her {{p|Scream Tail}}, nicknamed Screamypuff, take Sylveon's place. Chalce and Sidian also turn against Spinel as they, with Coral, decided to team up with the Rising Volt Tacklers in order to stop him for good. During the process to remove Laquium, Spinel merged with its Core, casuing it to awaken. The Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies try to fight it, but it was too strong. However, they refused to give up and found out that the middle of the Laquium Core is the main target they need to hit. [[HZ136|Through Roy and Amethio's Mega Evolved Pokémon]] making an opening for them, Pagogo goes to erase the Laquium Core once and for all with the eighteen Tera Type Pokémon, separating Spinel from the Core in the process. After Liko battled Spinel and won, Pagogo successfully erased the Laquium Core for good and the Explorers, except Zirc and Onia, leave Laqua. Later, the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies watch various Pokémon return to the paradise just as the rest of the groups on the Brave Olivine arrived. When Pagogo, the Six Heroes and Zygarde decided to stay at Laqua to rebuild it, the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies respect their wishes and bid them farewell, but promised to come back one day, as they leave the paradise on the Brave Olivine.

Through Wy-Yes and Perrin's articles on the team's actions and the help from people like [[Litten Smitten]] and [[Stunner Fisk]], whom [[HZ093|they]] [[HZ097|met]] during their journey to reveal the truth to the world, the Rising Volt Tacklers' name was cleared with the public and its members were declared heroes, free to fly into the sky without worry once more. Friede returned to work for Exceed and help in the Laquium research with Yanga, although he is still a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers. The Rising Volt Tacklers took some time to relax on the Brave Olivine afterwards, minus Ludlow, who temporarily left to focus on his superhero persona Mighty G. Through a visit from Friede in [[HZ137]], the younger members revived their interest in traveling around and going on adventures to purse their goals as they set off on the Brave Olivine once more. In [[HZ139]], the Rising Volt Tacklers take in a wild {{p|Ditto}} that [[HZ138|stowed away]] on the Brave Olivine.
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==Team roster==
===Active members===
This list is of the team members who are part of the team. Although they disbanded for a year after [[Friede]]'s disappearance, [[Liko]], [[Roy]], [[Dot]], and [[Captain Pikachu]] have re-formed the Rising Volt Tacklers themselves in order to stop the influence of [[Laquium]] on Pokémon and clear the group's name in the public eye. Most of the adults returned in ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'' after being inspired by the younger members' determination while Friede returned in ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'' but left temporarily in the [[HZ122|next episode]] until [[HZ131]]. After the Rising Volt Tacklers had their name cleared with the public in [[HZ136]], Friede decided to continue working for [[Exceed]].
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|[[File:Friede.png|180px|Friede]] [[Friede]]
| Friede was the original commander, leader, and is the founder of the Rising Volt Tacklers. He's also responsible for the navigation of the [[Brave Olivine]]. After getting separated from his teammates in ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Friede investigated Laquium and went to space. He returned in ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'' but decided to leave the team temporarily in the [[HZ122|next episode]], passing leadership of the team to Roy, with him coming back in [[HZ131]]. In [[HZ136]], Friede returned to work for Exceed as a researcher, but is still a member of the team and is the group's research specialist.
! style="background:#{{psychic color light}}" rowspan="4" |Founding members
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|[[File:Roy Captain Pikachu.png|180px|Captain Pikachu]] [[Captain Pikachu]]
|Captain Pikachu is Friede's Pokémon partner and the second-in-command of the team. He's the leader of the Pokémon owned by his Trainer's friends and the ones who live on the Brave Olivine. He is also responsible for the navigation of the Brave Olivine alongside Roy.
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| [[File:Orla.png|180px|Orla]] [[Orla]]
| Orla is the engineer of the team. Being also the one who built and fixes the team's airship: the Brave Olivine and is the one responsible for the engine room.
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|[[File:Ludlow.png|180px|Ludlow]] [[Ludlow]]
|Ludlow is the fisher expert of the team and the one responsible for watching the ship while the other members are absent. With the Brave Olivine being built on top of his boat, he handles the helm whenever the ship is traveling on water. Ludlow has a superhero alter ego named Mighty G, and uses this persona to help his friends/teammates on occasion. Upon getting significant recognition under this persona, Ludlow [[HZ137|temporarily left]] the Brave Olivine to focus on it.
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| [[File:Murdock.png|180px|Murdock]] [[Murdock]]
|Murdock is the skilled chef of the team, being the one responsible for the airship's kitchen and feeding the members and Pokémon of the team. He joined the team to use his cooking skills to make everyone happy.
! style="background:#{{grass color light}}" rowspan="6" | Later members
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|[[File:Mollie Horizons.png|180px|Mollie]] [[Mollie]]
|Mollie is the healing specialist of the team, being the one responsible for the airship's infirmary and the health of the members and Pokémon of the team. She joined the team to accomplish her goal of becoming a doctor.
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|[[File:Dot 3.png|180px|Dot]] [[Dot]]
|Dot is responsible for the technology part of the Brave Olivine, as she created most of the software used by the team as the team's intelligence specialist. She is also a popular streamer known as Nidothing. She joined the team so she could see the world and find inspiration for her content. When the Rising Volt Tacklers reformed, Dot became a founding member of the new team. Starting ''[[HZ102|The Knight in the Ruins]]'', Dot is put in charge of the team's finances and finding ways to get funds for their travels.
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|[[File:Liko 2.png|180px|Liko]] [[Liko]]
|Liko is responsible for taking care of the [[HZ004|airship's observatory as the lookout]]. She also took care of the Pokémon who live on the Brave Olivine, but she eventually gave that position to Ult, and does various chores around the ship. She joined the team in ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'' to discover the mysteries behind her [[Pagogo|pendant]] and the [[Explorers]]. When the Rising Volt Tacklers reformed, Liko became a founding member of the new team.
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|[[File:Roy 2.png|180px|Roy]] [[Roy]]
|Roy is responsible for hoisting the Rising Volt Tacklers flag and fixing it whenever it gets damaged. He joined the team in ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' to become a Trainer strong enough to find and catch the [[Black Rayquaza]]. When the Rising Volt Tacklers reformed, Roy became a founding member of the new team. Starting with ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', Roy was put in charge of steering the ship and deciding where the group goes in Friede's absence. In ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'', Roy is officially entrusted with leading the Rising Volt Tacklers alongside Captain Pikachu by Friede, becoming the new commander.
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|[[File:Ult.png|180px|Ult]] [[Ult]]
| Ult is responsible in caring for the Pokémon who live on the Brave Olivine after being entrusted with it by Liko. He joined the Rising Volt Tacklers after the team reunited in ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'' simply to accompany his friends, having already known Roy through their training in [[Kalos]].
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===Former members===
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|[[File:Wy-Yes.png|180px|Wy-Yes]] [[Wy-Yes]]
| Wy-Yes was a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers before Mollie and the younger members joined the team. Prior to Dot's arrival, Wy-Yes left in order to become a journalist for the {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Occulture}} magazine. In ''[[HZ076|Wynaut?! Wy-Yes!]]'', Wy-Yes was contacted by Friede, who wanted to ask him for help with finding one of Lucius's Pokémon. It is unknown what role or responsibility he had on the team. He temporally rejoined the team in [[HZ131]] to help them in fighting the Explorers before returning to make articles for Occulture after the threat with Laquium was over.
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===Allies===
These characters are allies of the Rising Volt Tacklers:
====Family====
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|[[File:Lucca anime.png|180px|Lucca]] [[Lucca]]
|Lucca is [[Friede]]'s former teacher and [[Liko]]'s mother. She was the person responsible for introducing [[Captain Pikachu]] to Friede and thus is also indirectly responsible for the creation of the Rising Volt Tacklers. She's also the one who called the group to protect Liko and her [[Pagogo|pendant]] from the [[Explorers]].
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|[[File:Diana Horizons.png|180px|Diana]] [[Diana]]
|Diana is an adventurer and Liko's grandmother. She's the one who suggested to her daughter Lucca to call the group to protect Liko and her [[Pagogo|pendant]] from the Explorers. She started traveling with the group after they found her in an [[ancient castle]] in [[Galar]] in ''[[HZ025|Rivals in the Dark of Night!]]'' until ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]'', where she went back to adventuring. She returned in ''[[HZ074|The Three Explorers]]'' to tell the group about some information she got about the Explorers. In ''[[HZ075|The Wonders of the World!]]'', she also got the chance to meet her grandmother [[Rystal]] alongside them at the [[Crystal Pool]]. [[HZ108|After meeting back up with]] [[HZ123|them a few times]], Diana decided to help the Rising Volt Tacklers in stopping the Explorers once and for all in [[HZ132]].
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|[[File:Franka.png|180px|Franka]] [[Franka]]
|Franka is [[Dot]]'s mother and [[Murdock]]'s younger sister. She was the one who granted her daughter the right to travel the team, initially on a trial basis and, starting from ''[[HZ041|A Wild Mom Appears!]]'', as a permanent member.
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|[[File:Rystal.png|180px|Rystal]] [[Rystal]]
| Rystal is one of the original [[Explorers]] and Liko's great-great-grandmother. She has died a long time ago, but she was temporarily brought to the present by [[Pagogo]]. She used the little time she had there to tell the group about her, [[Lucius]], and [[Gibeon]]'s adventure in [[Laqua]], before entrusting Pagogo to Liko, allowing her to catch it in a [[Poké Ball]].
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|[[File:Lucius.png|180px|Lucius]] [[Lucius]]
| Lucius's actions and achievements were the main motivation for the group during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''. During the [[HZ087|climax]] of the battle in Laqua, Liko and the others discovered that Lucius was still alive, and that he was actually Liko's great-great-grandfather. He joined the Rising Volt Tacklers in the final battle against [[Gibeon]] and the other [[Explorers]] before fading away with Gibeon due to the Laquium's destruction. He is indirectly responsible for the Rising Volt Tacklers' formation and adventures.
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====Friends====
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|[[File:Iono anime.png|180px|Iono]] {{an|Iono}}
|Iono is an influencer and streamer who is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Levincia]]'s Gym. She is also a friend of Dot and a frequent contact of the Rising Volt Tacklers. In ''[[HZ015|Someone We Can't See! Whosawhatsit?]]'', Iono helped Dot find [[Liko]] who was missing after being abducted by [[Spinel]] and in ''[[HZ049|Dot and Nidothing]]'', it was revealed that she helped the team find a place for the [[Brave Olivine]] to be docked while it was repaired. She later helped them again when the Rising Volt Tacklers needed to lay low because of the Explorers framing them for their crimes.
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|[[File:Amethio 3.png|180px|Amethio]] [[Amethio]]
| Although he had officially been a member of the Explorers and thus a adversary to the Rising Volt Tacklers during their group encounters, Amethio himself had shown a tendency to align with its members during [[HZ045|some]] [[HZ065|extraordinary]] [[HZ087|situations]], throughout which he established a kinship with Liko. After Liko, Zirc, and Onia [[HZ104|find him]] in hiding, a year after Spinel's takeover of the Explorers, Amethio becomes a frequent ally to the Rising Volt Tacklers and reassembled the [[White Zygarde]] to aid them.
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|[[File:Perrin anime.png|180px|Perrin]] [[Perrin]]
|Perrin is a photographer from [[Sinnoh]] who met Dot during the Rising Volt Tacklers' trip to [[Kitakami]], and [[HZ072|later]] helped Liko, Roy, and Dot find [[Lucius's Kleavor]] in Tengu Mountain. She decided to help them in [[HZ131]] in fighting the Explorers.
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|[[File:Briar anime.png|180px|Briar]] [[Briar]]
| Briar is a researcher and teacher who met the Rising Volt Tacklers at the [[Crystal Pool]], and she [[HZ080|met]] back up with them in [[Area Zero]] in order to find [[Lucius]]'s {{TP|Lucius|Entei}}. In ''[[HZ081|The Pillar of Fire]]'', she helped the group with information as they battled and also found out that Lucius's Entei was actually a [[Paradox Pokémon]], a {{p|Gouging Fire}}.
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|[[File:Onia and Zirc HZ087.png|180px|Zirc and Onia]] [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]]
| In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Amethio's agents Zirc and Onia broke ranks to assist Liko, Roy, and Dot against the other Explorers admins in Laqua. After that particular moment, the two groups developed a mutual respect for each other. A year later, in ''[[HZ103|Nidothing Love!]]'', in [[Levincia]], the duo had Liko and Roy's help in recovering a ticket for an [[Nidothing and Iono Meetup|event]] in the city. Later, Zirc and Onia asked Liko for help in finding Amethio, who had been out of contact since the events at Laqua. [[HZ104|After Liko helped them find Amethio]], Zirc and Onia alongside Amethio became recurring allies to the Rising Volt Tacklers.
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|[[File:Naranja Academy anime.png|180px|Naranja Academy]] [[Naranja Academy]]
| Amid the disinformation campaign that [[Exceed]] created to damage the reputation of the Rising Volt Tacklers, [[Naranja Academy]] and its members are frequent allies of the team, unofficially assisting members with research, training, support, and other functions in the battle against the Explorers.
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|[[File:Penny anime.png|180px|Penny]] [[Penny]]
| Initially a friend of [[Dot]] and the others, Penny helped the Rising Volt Tacklers on several occasions, whether by creating a map to monitor the appearances of Pokémon affected by [[Laquium]], or by directly assisting Dot in specific missions, becoming a key element in helping in the battle against the Explorers during ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''. Penny [[HZ126|later agrees to help]] the Rising Volt Tacklers in fighting the Explorers.
|-
|[[File:Cervantis.png|180px|Cervantis]] [[Cervantis]]
| Cervantis is Amethio's father as well as a former member of the Explorers and the director of Exceed before Spinel's takeover of the Explorers. When he saw how far the Explorers were willing to go in using Strong Spheres and Amethio's encouragement, Cervantis decided to take action and help his son along with the Rising Volt Tacklers. After Spinel's downfall in [[HZ136]], Cervantis assumed control of the Explorers and Exceed.
|-
|[[File:Hamber.png|180px|Hamber]] [[Hamber]]
| Hamber used to adventure with Diana before becoming a member of the Explorers as its second-in-command and caretaker of Amethio. When Spinel took over the Explorers, Hamber decided to stop him in the shadows. Hamber eventually becomes an ally of the Rising Volt Tacklers, even helping Dot, Nemona, and Penny get to their friends when they [[HZ133|arrive]] at Laqua.
|-
|[[File:Nemona anime.png|180px|Nemona]] {{an|Nemona}}
| Nemona is a friend of the younger members, as she helped them with their training occasionally. Later, upon witnessing the effect Laquium has on Pokémon, Nemona decided to help the Rising Volt Tacklers in fighting the Explorers.
|-
|[[File:Ann.png|180px|Ann]] [[Ann]]
|Ann is a friend of Liko's and was the only one who knew about her being a Rising Volt Tackler prior to Liko telling her fellow Indigo Academy students in ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]''. In [[HZ127]], Ann decided to help the Rising Volt Tacklers in fighting the Explorers.
|-
|[[File:Master Mayonnaise.png|180px|Master Mayonnaise]] [[Master Mayonnaise]]
| Master Mayonnaise is the Trainer that taught Roy and Ult [[Mega Evolution]] in [[Kalos]]. In [[HZ131]], Master Mayonnaise came to Paldea to assist Roy and Ult alongside their friends in their battle against the Explorers. However, in the [[HZ132|next episode]], Master Mayonnaise left the group to promote Mega Evolution after helping Roy and Ult once again in their training.
|}

==Technology==
===Apps===
*Members of the Rising Volt Tacklers have an app installed on their [[Rotom Phone]] as proof of membership. It is a messaging app developed by [[Dot]] that allows members to contact each other when needed. The app's servers were taken down after the Rising Volt Tacklers's disbanding following the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'' but were later restored by Dot in ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'' after the group reformed.

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{electric color}}; {{roundy}}; padding: 2px; border: 3px solid #{{electric color dark}}"
|- style="background:#{{yellow color light}}"
! style="{{roundytop|5px}}" |App
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers App.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{yellow color light}}"
|}

===Vehicles===
{{main|Brave Olivine}}
*The Brave Olivine is the base of operations of the Rising Volt Tacklers, which also acts as both the group's airship and living quarters.

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{electric color}}; {{roundy}}; padding: 2px; border: 3px solid #{{electric color dark}}"
|- style="background:#{{yellow color light}}"
! style="{{roundytop|5px}}" |Brave Olivine
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Brave Olivine.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{yellow color light}}"
|}

==Missions==
As a way to raise funds for travel, the Rising Volt Tacklers sometimes do side missions on the way to certain regions.
<div class="scrollbox">
{| class="roundtable c" style="background: #{{electric color}}; border: 3px solid #{{electric color dark}}; width: 50%; margin:auto; text-align:center"
! style="background:#{{electric color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" |Mission
! style="background:#{{electric color light}}" |Description
! style="background:#{{electric color light}}" |Episode
! style="background:#{{electric color light}}" |Hirer
! style="background:#{{electric color light}}" |Status
|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Liko School Uniform.png|150px]] '''Bring Liko and her pendant to Paldea'''
|Bring [[Liko]] and her pendant back from [[Indigo Academy|her school]] in [[Kanto]] to her home in [[Paldea]], and keep them safe during the journey.
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|[[File:Lucca Squawkabilly.png|150px]] [[Lucca]]
! style="background:#{{green color light}}" |Cleared
|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Shine Bramblin.png|150px]] '''Rescue Shine's Bramblin'''
|Rescue [[Shine]]'s {{p|Bramblin}} from a group of {{OBP|Pokémon hunters|HZ035}}.
|''[[HZ035|The Wild Pair, Friede and Cap!]]''
|[[File:Shine.png|150px]] [[Shine]]
! style="background:#{{green color light}}" |Cleared
|- style="background:#FFF"
|[[File:HZ037.png|150px]] '''Transport a stone'''
|Remove a huge rock from an excavation site.
|''[[HZ037|Fuecoco…Becomes a Crook?!]]''
|[[File:Archeologists HZ037.png|150px]] {{OBP|Archeologists|HZ037}}
! style="background:#{{red color light}}" |Failed
|- style="background:#FFF"
|}
</div>

==Pokémon==
[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers Pokémon.png|thumb|250px|A majority of the Rising Volt Tacklers Pokémon]]
:''For information regarding Pokémon owned by the Rising Volt Tacklers crew, please refer to each of the individual members' page.''
All of the current Rising Volt Tacklers have two to three Pokémon [[Party|on hand]], with [[Liko]] and [[Roy]] being the only ones known to have had four Pokémon at any point.

As of [[HZ138]], there are fourteen [[wild Pokémon]] (of twelve different {{OBP|Pokémon|species|species}}) living on the [[Brave Olivine]]; also, another four wild Pokémon have lived on the airship in the past, but have been {{pkmn2|caught}} by a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers since then, namely [[Roy's Fuecoco]], [[Dot's Quaxly]], [[Mollie]]'s {{p|Maushold}}, and [[Dot's Gimmighoul]].
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===Wild Pokémon===
The following is a list of wild Pokémon living with the Rising Volt Tacklers in {{aniseries|HZ}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Pawmi
|type1=Electric
|img=RVT Pawmi.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=Yoshino Aoyama
|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc={{p|Pawmi}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It's also shown to be skittish in [[HZ026]]. In [[HZ126]], Pawmi showed a tendency to be a bit gluttonous, eating its food and causing Murdock and Mollie to get annoyed by this behavior.

None of Pawmi's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Shuckle
|type1=Bug
|type2=Rock
|img=RVT Shuckle.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=
|vaen=Crispin Freeman
|desc={{p|Shuckle}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It is used to create [[Berry Juice|juice]] for the crew to drink.

Shuckle's only known move is {{m|Rollout}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Snorunt
|type1=Ice
|img=RVT Snorunt.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=Kei Shindo
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|desc={{p|Snorunt}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It is usually found in the fridge aboard the Brave Olivine as it prefers cold temperatures. As seen in ''[[HZ037|Fuecoco…Becomes a Crook?!]]'', Snorunt is used to cool beverages for the Rising Volt Tacklers, such as Shuckle's Berry Juice.

Snorunt's only known move is {{m|Ice Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Noctowl
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=RVT Noctowl.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=
|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc={{p|Noctowl}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It serves as lookout on the Brave Olivine.

None of Noctowl's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Carkol
|gender=
|type1=Rock
|type2=Fire
|img=RVT Carkol.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=
|vaen=Major Attaway
|desc={{p|Carkol}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It is used to generate energy for the Brave Olivine. It also helps dry any clothes that are wet whenever any of the members couldn't do it outside.

None of Carkol's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Slugma
|gender=
|type1=Fire
|img=RVT Slugma.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=Kohsuke Tanabe
|vaen=Tyler Bunch
|desc={{p|Slugma}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It is used to generate energy for the Brave Olivine.

Slugma's only known move is {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Muk
|type1=Poison
|type2=Dark
|img=RVT Muk.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Muk}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It disposes of the airship's trash by consuming it. Muk appears to be quite shy, as it became uncomfortable when [[Ult]] came close to it to request its help in ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]''.

In [[HZ139]], the Rising Volt Tacklers organized a big clean-up of the [[Brave Olivine]], with each member picking personal items they no longer needed and wanted to dispose of. All the unneeded items were then given to Muk to consume.

None of Muk's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Nosepass
|type1=Rock
|img=RVT Nosepass.png
|epnum=HZ002
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)
|vajp=Kenta Miyake
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Nosepass}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It helps with navigating by acting as the airship's compass.

None of Nosepass's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Polteageist
|type1=Ghost
|img=RVT Polteageist.png
|epnum=HZ030
|epname=Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!
|vajp=
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|desc={{p|Polteageist}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It snuck aboard the airship in [[Galar]] and decided to stay after befriending the other Pokémon onboard. It makes tea for the crew and the Pokémon.

When it comes to its capability to make drinks, Polteageist takes it with great pride, as it challenged Shuckle to see who could make the better drinks.

Polteageist's only known move is {{m|Teatime}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Sinistea
|type1=Ghost
|img=RVT Sinistea.png
|epnum=HZ030
|epname=Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!
|vajp=
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|desc={{p|Sinistea}} is one of the Rising Volt Tacklers' known Pokémon. It was born when Polteageist poured some of its tea into [[Diana]]'s antique teacup.

None of Sinistea's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rising Volt Tacklers
|pkmn=Tatsugiri (×3)
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Water
|img=RVT Tatsugiri.png
|epnum=HZ068
|epname=Into a New Sky! The Brave Olivine!
|vajp=Taku Yashiro
|vaen=List of English voice actors{{!}}Kristen McGuire
|desc=A Curly, Droopy, and Stretchy Form {{p|Tatsugiri}} were revealed to have joined the Rising Volt Tacklers while the Brave Olivine was being repaired.

None of their moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
| trainer = Rising Volt Tacklers
| pkmn = Ditto
| type1 = Normal
| img = RVT Ditto.png
| epnum = HZ138
| epname =
| vajp = Kotono Mitsuishi
| vaen =
| desc = In [[HZ138]], a wild {{p|Ditto}} stowed away aboard the [[Brave Olivine]]. It spied on the Rising Volt Tacklers as they were about to depart with their airship, and then used Transform to change into [[Captain Pikachu]], tricking Roy and sneaking aboard. In the [[HZ139|next episode]], it officially became part of the Rising Volt Tacklers.

Ditto is shown to be playful, curious and affable around other Pokemon. It is also emotionally aware as it saw {{TP|Liko|Meowscarada}} crying and posed as [[Liko]]'s wooden {{p|Squawkabilly}} statue while the Pokémon worked to get the real one back.

Ditto's only known move is {{m|Transform}}.
}}

====Formerly====
{| width="100%"
| {{InactivePoké|Dot|Quaxly|RVT Quaxly.png|Water|link=Dot's Quaquaval}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Water}}
| {{InactivePoké|Liko|Terapagos|Pagogo Normal Form.png|Normal|link=Pagogo}} {{TeraIcon|Stellar}}
| {{InactivePoké|Roy|Fuecoco|RVT Fuecoco.png|Fire|link=Roy's Skeledirge}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Fire}}
| {{InactivePoké|Mollie|Maushold|RVT Maushold.png|Normal|link=Mollie#Maushold}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Dot|Gimmighoul|Gimmighoul Chest Form anime.png|Ghost|link=Dot's Gholdengo}}

|}

==Gallery==
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|-
| style="{{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers anime.png|300px]]
| style="{{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Rising Volt Tacklers anime 2.png|300px]]
|-
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Orla}}, {{color2|FFF|Murdock}}, {{color2|FFF|Mollie}}, and {{color2|FFF|Ludlow}} <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1634139785051746305</ref>
| Concept art of Orla, Murdock, Mollie, and Ludlow in the {{color2|FFF|List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series episodes#Mega Voltage|Mega Voltage arc}} <ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1936303066149798074</ref>
|-
| style="{{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow: hidden;" |[[File:RVT Jinbei.png|300px]]
| style="{{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; overflow: hidden;" |[[File:RVT Swimsuit.png|300px]]
|-
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Friede}}, Murdock, Orla, Mollie, and Ludlow in {{color2|FFF|Kitakami}} clothing <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1846823464273084611</ref>
| Concept art of member's swimsuit<ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1954709353677902311</ref>
|}

==Trivia==
* The group's name is derived from the [[move]] {{m|Volt Tackle}}, the [[signature move]] of {{p|Pikachu}}'s evolutionary line. Specifically, it refers to [[Captain Pikachu]]'s special usage of the move, the '''Rising Volt Tackle''', which allows him to reach high altitudes and inspired [[Friede]] to create the group in the first place.
** The group's name in Japanese and English may also incorporate {{m|Rising Voltage}}, another {{type|Electric}} move.

==Names==
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|ar=مجموعة الهجوم الفولتيّ الصاعد
|zh_yue=昇龍伏特攻擊隊 ''Sīnglùhng Fuhkdahk Gūnggīk Déui''
|zh_cmn=昇龍伏特攻擊隊 ''Shēnglóng Fútè Gōngjí Duì''{{tt|*|Taiwan}} 上升伏特攻击队 ''Shàngshēng Fútè Gōngjī Duì''{{tt|*|Mainland China}}
|cs=Voltonauti
|da=Rising Volt Tacklers
|nl=Volttackle-aeronauten
|fi=Nousevat Volt Tacklerit
|fr=Électacleurs Volants
|de=Volttackle-Aeronauten
|it=Locomonauti
|ko=라이징 볼트태클즈 ''Rising Volt Tacklers''
|no=Høyspent Flyverne
|pl=Wojownicy Elektroakcji
|pt_br=Trovonautas
|pt_eu=Aeronautas Eléctricos
|es_la=Tacleada de Voltionautas
|es_eu=Aeronautas del Placaje Eléctrico
|sv=Uppåtstigande Volttacklarna Högvoltflygarna
|tr=Yükselen Volt Vurucuları
|he=בולמי הוולט העולים ''Bolmey HaVolt Ha'Olim''
}}

==References==
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Hamber

2026-06-02T22:58:23Z

Gengarzilla: /* Character */

{{Character Infobox
|color={{ghost color light}}
|corecolor={{arcade color light}}
|bordercolor={{ghost color dark}}
|name=Hamber
|jname={{tt|ハンベル|Hanberu}}
|tmname=Hambel
|image=Hamber HZ.png
|size=150px
|caption=Hamber
|age=Unconfirmed<ref>As of ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Hamber is a year older than at the start of {{aniseries|HZ}}</ref>
|gender=Male
|hair=Silver
|eyes=Purple
|hometown=Unknown
|region=Unknown
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{arcade color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]''
|enva=Paul Mercier
|jpva=Hironori Kondo
}}
{{Character Infobox/Team
|color={{arcade color light}}
|member=[[Explorers]] (formerly)
|rank=Second-in-command
}}
|}
'''Hamber''' (Japanese: '''ハンベル''' ''Hambel''<ref>Explorers Original Acrylic Stand</ref>) is the former second-in-command of the [[Explorers]], as well as [[Gibeon]]'s personal butler. He is a recurring major antagonist in {{aniseries|HZ}} up to the ''[[Rayquaza Rising]]'' arc.

After the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Hamber was demoted and started acting as a double agent against [[Spinel]], the new leader of the Explorers, which led him to become an ally of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:Young Hamber.png|250px|thumb|left|Younger Hamber alongside [[Diana]]]]
Years prior to the series, Hamber was an adventurer and became friends with another one, [[Diana]], even travelling together sometimes. However, they became estranged to each other as time went on. Sometime after moving away from Diana, Hamber became lost and aimless in his path as an adventurer, but he met [[Gibeon]], who guided Hamber and persuaded him to join the [[Explorers]]. In gratitude for Gibeon's guidance, Hamber became one of Gibeon's most loyal subordinates.

Hamber was also in charge of taking care of Gibeon's young grandson, [[Amethio]], after the death of [[Maria (Horizons)|the boy's mother]]. Hamber and Amethio became very close, with Amethio considering Hamber a father figure. As a high-ranking member of the Explorers, Hamber became responsible for finding and training new talent for the organization. He first trained and coached Amethio, then found [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]] and coached each of them in sequence. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', it was revealed that Hamber personally assigned [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]] in their early days as Explorers to act alongside Amethio.

At some point in the past, he told his boss about a mysterious [[Pagogo|pendant]] that his friend Diana possessed. Hamber returned to her, wanting to introduce Diana to Gibeon, who he said had the answers she was looking for. However, Diana saw through his words, as Hamber bringing along a group of subordinates immediately signaled to her that Hamber was working for an organization who was after the pendant, and she subsequently escaped. Later, Hamber found out that Diana no longer possessed the pendant as she gave it to her granddaughter, [[Liko]]. Upon learning this, he forged a letter written under Diana's name and sent Amethio, alongside his two subordinates Zirc and Onia, to visit Liko at [[Indigo Academy]] with the intention of having her hand over the pendant.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
Hamber debuted in ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', communicating with [[Amethio]] regarding [[Liko]]'s pendant.

In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', Hamber received Amethio's report on his unit's unsanctioned activity pursuing the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] in [[Galar]]. Upon learning of the mysterious Pokémon that had emerged from the pendant, Hamber recruited [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] to accompany him to the [[region]], as he wished to see it directly for himself. In the [[HZ025|following episode]], Hamber told Coral and Sidian to stay behind until he needed them. Hamber then reunited with Diana as he tried to prevent her escape, but failed. After the Rising Volt Tacklers escaped, Hamber reported to Gibeon.
[[File:Hamber Vs Amethio HZ034.png|left|250px|thumb|Hamber training with [[Amethio]]]]
In ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]'', Hamber was asked by Amethio to train him in order to become stronger, following a defeat at the hands of the [[Black Rayquaza]]. In the [[HZ034|following episode]], they had a {{pkmn|battle}}, with Hamber's {{p|Dusknoir}} facing off against [[Amethio's Ceruledge]]. Once Ceruledge started to overpower Dusknoir, Hamber pulled out a [[Tera Orb]] and {{Tera}}stallized Dusknoir into a {{t|Ghost}} [[type]], winning the battle as a result. After the battle, Hamber gave Amethio a Tera Orb.

As revealed in ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', after Amethio was put on probation by Gibeon for [[HZ065|having helped Liko]], which, in actuality, had been plotted out by [[Spinel]], Hamber began suspecting and investigating what had exactly happened, which put him under the radar of Spinel and [[Chalce]].

In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', Hamber rescued Amethio, Zirc, and Onia, and returned their Pokémon to them after they were caught by Spinel's security guards. At [[Amethio's mansion]], Hamber informed the group of how he met and worked for Gibeon, how he mentored and trained Amethio, Coral, Sidian, and Chlace, with Spinel as the exception, as well as talking about Gibeon's past with Lucius and [[Rystal]], from his boss' point of view. He expressed similar views to Amethio in suspecting Spinel of intending to betray Gibeon to steal the [[Laquium]] crystals for himself. He then bid the group farewell as they headed to Laqua.
[[File:Hamber Zygarde Cube HZ092.png|250px|thumb|Hamber entrusting the Zygarde Cube to Zirc and Onia]]
In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', one year after the events in Laqua, Hamber revealed that he received a report from Spinel, who had become the president of Exceed, that Amethio had betrayed Gibeon and that both of them had died in Laqua. Hamber did not believe Spinel's report, however, and secretly entrusted Amethio's subordinates, Zirc and Onia, with a mission to find Amethio and the White Zygarde, entrusting them with a [[Zygarde Cube]] and the lone Zygarde Cell to do so. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', Hamber was finally informed that Amethio was safe and well, after Zirc and Onia, aided by Liko, managed to track him down. Happy with the news, Hamber began to cry, unaware that he was being monitored by Chalce.

In ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', it was revealed that Hamber and Diana reconciled on their own terms over the last year. After traveling to the land of [[Kitakami]] and catching an unknown [[wild Pokémon]] together, which would be revealed to be a {{p|Pecharunt}} in ''[[HZ123|Mochi Mayhem!]]'', Hamber revealed to Diana what he knew about Spinel's plans, such as the whereabouts of the [[Six Heroes]]. Together, they agreed that the key to defeating Spinel's plans laid with Amethio and Liko, who carried Gibeon and Lucius's dreams within them. Later, in a conversation with Chalce, Spinel revealed that he knew all of Hamber's movements and that one of his goals was to put an end to all possible threats to his plans. In the [[HZ108|following episode]], it was revealed that Hamber contacted Diana again, but was unable to go much further because Hamber realized he was being spied on.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Hamber met [[Dot]] of the Rising Volt Tacklers and requested her help in rescuing Cervantis, who had been imprisoned by the Explorers. When the duo was confronted by Chalce, Hamber intended to battle her but backed down when Chalce reminded him of the consequences of taking up arms against her: expulsion from the Explorers, which would leave him unable to continue acting as a double agent for Amethio. Hamber briefly questioned Chalce's motives, bringing up her title as a teacher, leaving her emotionally shaken and leading her to reveal that she is merely cooperating with Spinel as a necessary end for her own goal. After Dot defeated Chalce in battle herself, she and Hamber were able to rescue Cervantis. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], Hamber, Dot and Cervantis reached the [[Explorers base]] near [[Manpūku Town]] too late to save Amethio, Liko, [[Roy]], and [[Ult]] from being decisively defeated by five of the Six Heroes under [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s control. Once the battle concluded, Amethio and Cervantis repaired their relationship, much to Hamber's approval. Hamber then decided to accompany Amethio and Cervantis in their search for more Zygarde Cells, and bid farewell to Liko's group for the time being.

In [[HZ130]], Hamber traveled to the Explorers HQ at [[Mount Pericarp]]. He attempted to convince Chalce, Coral, and Sidian to turn against Spinel, showing his concern about the [[Strong Sphere]]s destroying bonds between Trainers and Pokémon, but to no avail, resulting in a battle of Hamber against the three of his former students. Despite the use of {{m|Trick Room}} and dominating most of the battle, Hamber's Dusknoir and {{form|Rotom|Mow}} {{p|Rotom}} were defeated by Chalce's {{p|Medicham}}. Hamber then revealed his newly caught {{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}}, which he met and battled in Kitakami. Ursaluna managed to defeat Coral's {{p|Glalie}} and Sidian's {{p|Garganacl}}, leaving Medicham on its own. After Chalce's surprising use of [[Mega Evolution]], however, Ursaluna was defeated by Mega Medicham. Hamber noted how Chalce's use of Mega Evolution showed she still trusts in the bonds between her and her Pokémon, still trying to convince her to turn against Spinel once more, but she still ignored his pleas. Hamber managed to escape from being captured afterwards, thanks to Ursaluna, commenting how it was now up to Amethio and his allies to deal with the looming threat at hand.

In [[HZ132]], Diana revealed that Hamber was responsible for rebuilding [[Ancient castle|her castle]], which had been destroyed by the Explorers [[HZ025|over a year ago]].
[[File:Hamber and Diana.png|left|250px|thumb|Hamber and Diana on a new adventure]]
In [[HZ133]], Hamber arrived in Laqua to save Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] from [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]. The appearance of his Bloodmoon Ursaluna intimidated Indi and Rubina's {{p|Cofagrigus}} and {{p|Runerigus}} into stopping using {{m|Destiny Bond}}, giving Penny's {{p|Flareon}} a chance to finish them off and finally force them to retreat. Dot, Nemona, and Penny greeted Hamber, but he barely had time to introduce Ursaluna to the trio before a squadron of Explorers agents appeared to confront them. Hamber told the trio to move on deeper into Laqua while he took care of his new adversaries.

In [[HZ136]], Hamber arrived to the center of Laqua where he finds out through Coral that Spinel merged with the Laquium Core. Hamber then teamed up with Diana to give Roy and Amethio time for their Mega-Evolved Legendary Pokémon to get charged up so they can destroy the Laquium Core's defenses with Coral, Chalce, and Sidian helping out as well. Hamber then witnesses the Laquium Core being destroyed for good. After the threat with Laquium was over, Hamber decided to leave the Explorers and go on a new adventure with Diana.
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==Character==
[[File:Hamber Eye.png|250px|left|thumb|Hamber's open eye]]
Hamber is a loyal and respectful servant of the [[Explorers]]' leader [[Gibeon]], who he credits with giving him direction in life as a younger man. He is close enough to Gibeon to have acted as the personal butler for Gibeon's family, and became a father figure to Gibeon's grandson [[Amethio]] following the death of [[Maria (Horizons)|the boy's mother]] and estrangement from his father [[Cervantis]]. In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', it was shown that Hamber genuinely cares for Amethio like a parent beyond their roles in the Explorers, to the point of being quite emotional about Amethio's well-being when he discovered that he was safe and well. This role of trusted servant is reflected in his work as the Explorers' second in command under Gibeon, often acting as a surrogate leader in Gibeon's stead.
[[File:Young Amethio and Hamber.png|150px|thumb|Younger [[Amethio]] alongside Hamber]]
Hamber is also a skilled {{pkmn|Trainer}}, possesses a [[Tera Orb]], and was responsible for training not only Amethio but [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]], who he found and recruited into the Explorers on Gibeon's behalf. He is stern on his subordinates when they behave improperly in Gibeon's presence, but still generally shows concern for their well-being during dangerous operations. Some of the other Explorers members have observed his more apparent closeness to Amethio, which goes as far as training extensively with him and giving him a Tera Orb of his own. While he is particularly close with Amethio, he has also been observant of his other three subordinates, recognizing and respecting their talents and skills. He has at one point complimented Coral and Sidian on their respective strengths, namely Coral's boldness and adaptability and Sidian's composure and judgment, and additionally remarked on how Chalce has changed since she began working with [[Spinel]].

Despite his loyalty to Gibeon, Hamber still retains a sense of curiosity from his past as an adventurer and is willing to indulge it at times. This was seen in ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', in which he traveled to [[Galar]] himself to investigate {{an|Terapagos}}'s appearance instead of reporting Amethio's unsanctioned actions to Gibeon. Hamber may also decide to act against Gibeon's direct orders if he judges that doing so is in Gibeon's best interest; when Amethio, who had been suspended from all missions by Gibeon, was caught spying on Spinel's research at [[Exceed]], Hamber rescued him. Instead of punishing him or reporting him to Gibeon, Hamber instead brought him, along with [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]], to [[Amethio's mansion|Amethio's childhood home]] and told them about Gibeon's past, motivating them to go to [[Laqua]] and try to intervene in Gibeon's mission before Spinel could take advantage of it.

Hamber does not share the same sense of loyalty to his new leader, Spinel, as he did with Gibeon. This is noted in the fact that Spinel was the only admin during Gibeon's tenure that he had never personally trained, creating a lack of familiarity and less trust between them, along with Spinel's attempts to constantly frame Amethio for various incriminating events, which Hamber had never believed due to the time he spent with Amethio. Hamber secretly acts behind Spinel's back as a result, taking actions such as recruiting Zirc and Onia as fellow double agents against Spinel within the Explorers, or reconciling with [[Diana]] and sharing updated Explorers intel with her as his form of recompense for her granddaughter [[Liko]] helping them find Amethio. For his own part, Spinel expected disloyalty from the individual who acted as Gibeon's second-in-command and Amethio's sympathetic ear and is secretly having Hamber's actions monitored. Through renewing his friendship with Diana, Hamber also appeared to renew his old interest in adventuring, and ultimately decided to leave the Explorers and resume travelling with her like they did when they were younger.

Calm and collected he may be at all times though, he isn't completely immune to being surprised, having reacted with comedic shock upon hearing from Diana that Pecharunt sees him like the old man who raised it back then. The event also shows him to a little bit sensitive at the mention of his old age.
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==Pokémon==
This listing is of Hamber's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{aniseries|HZ}}:
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Dusknoir
|tera=Ghost
|stage1=Dusclops
|type1=Ghost
|img=Hamber Dusknoir.png
|img2=Hamber Dusknoir Terastal.png
|epnum=HZ024
|epname=Reunion at the Ancient Castle!
|vajp=Tatsuki Kobe
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Dusknoir}} is Hamber's first known Pokémon as well as his main partner. In Hamber's youth it was still a {{p|Dusclops}}, before it eventually evolved. In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'' and ''[[HZ025|Rivals in the Dark of Night!]]'', Dusknoir traveled with Hamber to the [[ancient castle]] in [[Galar]], where they confronted [[Diana]] to try to stop her escape.

In ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]'', Hamber used Dusknoir in a {{pkmn|training}} {{pkmn|battle}} with [[Amethio]], during which it was revealed that Dusknoir could {{Tera}}stallize into a {{t|Ghost}} [[type]]. With this great power, Dusknoir was able to defeat Amethio's {{tp|Amethio|Ceruledge}}.

As revealed in a flashback in ''[[HZ123|Mochi Mayhem!]]'', Dusknoir teamed up with Diana's {{p|Arcanine}} to battle a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Pecharunt}} near [[Mossui Town]], ultimately ending with Diana catching the [[Mythical Pokémon]] for herself.

In [[HZ130]], Dusknoir was used alongside {{p|Rotom}} to battle [[Chalce]], [[Coral]], and [[Sidian]]'s Pokémon. Although dominating the battle at first, it was defeated by Chalce's {{p|Medicham}}.

In [[HZ133]], Dusknoir, along with {{p|Ursaluna}}, battled against [[Indi]]'s {{p|Cofagrigus}} and [[Rubina]]'s {{p|Runerigus}} in order to save [[Dot]], [[Penny]], and {{an|Nemona}}.

Dusknoir's known moves are {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{m|Shadow Punch}}, {{m|Phantom Force}}, {{m|Trick Room}}, and {{m|Haze}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Rotom
|type1=Electric
|type2=Grass
|img=Hamber Mow Rotom.png
|epnum=HZ123
|epname=Mochi Mayhem!
|vajp=Daiki Yamashita
|vaen=
|desc={{form|Rotom|Mow}} {{p|Rotom}} is Hamber's second known Pokémon. It was first seen accompanying its Trainer during Diana's flashback.

In [[HZ130]], Rotom was used alongside {{p|Dusknoir}} against Chalce, Coral, and Sidian's Pokémon. Despite putting up a good fight, it was eventually defeated by Chalce's Medicham.

In [[HZ136]], it was used alongside Diana's {{form|Rotom|Wash}} Rotom to attack and weaken the Laquium Core's defenses.

Rotom's known moves are {{m|Double Team}}, {{m|Thunder Wave}}, and {{m|Leaf Storm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Ursaluna
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|type2=Normal
|img=Hamber Ursaluna.png
|epnum=HZ130
|epname=
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{form|Ursaluna|Bloodmoon}} {{p|Ursaluna}} is Hamber's third known Pokémon. He was revealed to have been caught in [[Kitakami]] after battling Hamber's Dusknoir and accepting his invitation to join his team.

Ursaluna battled against Chalce, Coral, and Sidian's Pokémon and overwhelmed them all, defeating both {{p|Glalie}} and {{p|Garganacl}} though it was mostly Glalie’s Self-Destruct. Despite this, he was then defeated by Chalce's {{me|Medicham}}. After the battle, Ursaluna managed to recover in time and helped his Trainer to escape the [[Explorers HQ]].

In [[HZ133]], Ursaluna, along with Dusknoir, battled against Indi's Cofagrigus and Rubina's Runerigus in order to save Dot, Penny, and Nemona.

Ursaluna's known moves are {{m|Moonblast}}, {{m|Blood Moon}}, and {{m|Slash}}.}}

===Traveling with===
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|{{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Hamber Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
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===Taken care of===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Hamber
|pkmn=Zygarde Cell {{shinystar}}
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|main=White Zygarde
|img=White Zygarde Cell.png
|cap=Hamber's Zygarde Cell
|epnum=HZ083
|epname=The Truth Revealed!
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc=In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', Hamber revealed that he was in possession of one of [[Gibeon]]'s [[White Zygarde|Zygarde]]'s [[Zygarde Cell|Cell]]s, which he believed had taken a liking towards him. In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', it entered a [[Zygarde Cube]] and was given to [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]].}}

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{ghost color light}}|bordercolor={{ghost color dark}}
|ja=近藤浩徳 ''Hironori Kondo''
|en=Paul Mercier
|zh_yue=楊耀泰 ''Owen Yang''
|nl=Simon Zwiers
|ar=شربل أيوب ''Charbel Ayoub''
|fi=Petri Hanttu
|de=Hans-Georg Panczak
|he=דן שצברג ''Dan Shatzberg''
|it=Gianni Quillico
|no=Johannes Joner
|pl=Szymon Mysłakowski
|pt_br=Luciano Lira
|es_la=Santos Alberto
|es_eu=Luis Fernando Ríos
|th=อธิคม เตื่อยตุ่น
}}

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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===Eyecatch===
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==Trivia==
* When {{Tera}}stallizing his {{p|Dusknoir}}, Hamber uses the phrase '''experience the abyss''' (Japanese: '''深淵を歩め''' ''wander the abyss'').
* Hamber's hairstyle resembles Dusknoir's hand design.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{ghost color}}; border:3px solid #{{ghost color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{arcade color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ハンベル ''Hambel''
| From ''{{wp|hambergite}}''
|-
| English, French, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, European Portuguese, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Hamber
| From his Japanese name
|-
| German
| Hagen
| Similar to his Japanese name and possibly ''{{wp|hagendorfite}}''
|-
| European Spanish
| Ambros
| Similar to his Japanese name and possibly ''ámbar'' ({{wp|amber}})
|-
| Latin American Spanish
| Hámber
| Similar to his English name
|-
| Korean
| 함베르 ''Hamber''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 漢貝爾 ''Hànbèi'ěr''
| rowspan="3" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Hong Kong)
| 漢貝爾 ''Honbuiyíh''
|-
| Chinese (mainland China)
| 汉贝尔 ''Hànbèi'ěr''
|-
| Thai
| ฮันเบล ''Hanben''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
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==References==
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==Related articles==
{{Explorers}}
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[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Trainers who use Terastallization]]

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Zygarde (Pokémon)

2026-06-02T22:54:20Z

Gengarzilla: Undo revision 4566012 by Machampionship (talk) To my knowledge, the games get priority.

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'''Zygarde''' ([[List of Japanese Pokémon names|Japanese]]: '''ジガルデ''' ''Zygarde'') is a dual-type {{2t|Dragon|Ground}} [[Legendary Pokémon]] introduced in [[Generation VI]].

While it is not known to [[Evolution|evolve]] into or from any other Pokémon, Zygarde has three main [[#Form data|forms]]: '''10% Forme''', '''50% Forme''', and '''Complete Forme'''. Zygarde, exclusively in its Complete Forme, can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into '''Mega Zygarde''' using the [[Zygardite]]. All forms of Zygarde are composed of '''[[Zygarde Core]]s''' and '''[[Zygarde Cell]]s'''.

Zygarde can switch between its 10% and 50% Formes at the [[Reassembly Unit]] or with the [[Zygarde Cube]]. If its [[Ability]] is {{a|Power Construct}} and its [[HP]] drops below half, then Zygarde in either form will change into its Complete Forme. (Specifics may differ in past games. Refer to [[#Form data|Game data→Form data]] for these details.)

Zygarde, {{p|Xerneas}}, and {{p|Yveltal}} are often collectively referred to as the [[Aura trio]] by fans.

Zygarde 50% Forme was introduced in {{g|X and Y}}, having no forme name originally. Zygarde 10% Forme and Zygarde Complete Forme, as well as the Zygarde Cells and Zygarde Cores, were revealed in the October 2015 issue of [[CoroCoro]] magazine and later introduced in {{g|Sun and Moon}}. Mega Zygarde was introduced in {{g|Legends: Z-A}}.

{{ga|Zygarde}} plays a [[Game mascot|central role]] in Pokémon Legends: Z-A, serving as one of the game's key figures. A [[Squishy|Zygarde Core]] plays an important role in the ''[[S19|XY&Z]]'' arc of {{aniseries|XY}}.

==Biology==
[[File:Zygarde Core SM concept art.png|thumb|left|170px|Zygarde Cores make up the brain of the species]]
Zygarde is a green and black {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} composed of smaller units known as [[Zygarde Core]]s and [[Zygarde Cell]]s, who collectively define its appearance and power by assembling in different percentages. In all of Zygarde's forms, the various Cores and Cells are represented as green and black hexagons that glow when it attacks. It has also been shown to be able to fly in all of its forms.

Zygarde is the guardian of the [[Pokémon world]]'s ecosystem,<ref>[[Legendary and Mythical Guidebook: Deluxe Edition]]: ''"It is said this [[Legendary Pokémon]] is a guardian of the ecosystem."''</ref><ref>[https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/story-world/pokemon/zygarde50 Zygarde 50% Forme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A]</ref> and is responsible for monitoring it for abnormalities from caves such as [[Kalos]]'s [[Terminus Cave]] and [[Alola]]'s [[Resolution Cave]]. Zygarde is described as a being that seeks to correct excess, find moderation, and restore balance. It is capable of {{a|Aura Break|reversing}} the effects of {{p|Xerneas}}'s {{a|Fairy Aura}} and {{p|Yveltal}}'s {{a|Dark Aura}}, thus ensuring the equilibrium of the cycle of life and death are kept in check.<ref>''"[[Kalos]]ian Legends: {{p|Xerneas}}, the Life Pokémon, and {{p|Yveltal}}, the Destruction Pokémon, both hail from the beautiful Kalos [[region]]. While they stand in opposition, the Order Pokémon Zygarde is said to help keep the ecosystem in equilibrium."'' - ''[[Pokémon Ultra Sun & Pokémon Ultra Moon: The Official Alola Region Strategy Guide]]'', page 282</ref> Normally, Zygarde avoids getting involved in conflicts unless the ecosystem is in grave danger.<ref>[http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/legendary_pokemon/ Pokémon X and Pokémon Y | Legendary Pokémon!] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20160219214237/http://www.pokemonxy.com/en-us/pokemon/legendary_pokemon/ archived])</ref> It is also known to ask for [[human]]s to assist it in protecting the ecosystem when necessary, but can still be wary of those it does not trust. In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga and in {{aniseries|PTS}}, it has been referred to as "Z". In the animated series, a Zygarde Core and two Zygarde in their 50% Forme have had the green coloration on their bodies changed to red as a result of the influence of [[Team Flare]]'s [[Mega Evolution]] energy weapon; moreover, all of their formes were depicted as capable of [[Talking Pokémon|human speech]] via telepathy.

Zygarde is the [[Signature move|only known Pokémon]] capable of learning the [[move]]s {{m|Land's Wrath}}, {{m|Thousand Arrows}}, {{m|Thousand Waves}}, and {{m|Core Enforcer}}. It is also the [[Signature Ability|only known Pokémon]] that can have {{a|Aura Break}} and {{a|Power Construct}} as its {{Abilities}}.

===Zygarde Cores and Zygarde Cells===
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Physically, a Zygarde Core and a Zygarde Cell are almost identical. Both are small, green, cell-like blobs that resemble a {{wp|planarian}}. Their bodies are gelatinous, semitranslucent, and can be segmented into three sections: a large, round head, an abdomen with a colored hexagon, and a stubby tail. They have two eyes, though one is larger and has a pupil, and can stand on their tail (a trait most associated with the Core). The difference between a Core and a Cell is subtle: Cores have a black pupil and a red hexagon embedded inside their abdomen, while these are both green on Cells.

On their own, neither Cores nor Cells have the power to battle, needing to assemble in order to take action. The Cells exist in far greater numbers than the Cores and, therefore, make up the majority of any given form of Zygarde. However, they lack wills of their own and can only act in accordance to the orders of a Core. The Cores act as Zygarde's brain,<ref name=CoresCells>[http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygardes-cores-and-cells/ Zygarde's Cores and Cells | Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20160814031551/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygardes-cores-and-cells/ archived])</ref> and Zygarde may have up to five of them. It can also use its Cells for [[move|attacks]], such as raining them down like {{m|Thousand Arrows|arrows}} or scattering them throughout the ground in {{m|Thousand Waves|waves}} before they're recalled into its body. When Zygarde exhausts all of its power, it splits back into individual Cores and Cells and scatters all over the world, reaching even far-off lands. While in this state, they absorb the native power of said lands and may request assistance from [[human]]s in order to reassemble.<ref>[[Lysandre|L]]: ''"When Zygarde used up its strength protecting {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} from the light of [[ultimate weapon]]... its parts scattered to far-off places, absorbing the power of those lands and seeking [[human]]s who would give it aid."'' ({{g|Legends: Z-A}})</ref> As seen in various media, the Zygarde Cells demonstrated some form of will of their own and are capable of moving independently, without a Zygarde Core commanding them.

===Forms===
Zygarde has three forms: 10% Forme, 50% Forme, and Complete Forme, which are composed of [[Zygarde Core]]s and [[Zygarde Cell]]s. Zygarde Complete Forme can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] into Mega Zygarde.

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====10% Forme====
[[File:Zygarde 10 Percent SM concept art.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Concept art of Zygarde's 10% Forme]]
Zygarde 10% Forme is a relatively small {{wp|Canis|canine}} Pokémon. Its body is primarily black, though its neck, muzzle, mouth, eyebrows, and left front paw are green. Additionally, it has two green hexagons on its chest and a single one on its rear. From its neck, a green ribbon-like extension comes out, next to an elongated red hexagon, giving the impression of a leash and dog tag, respectively. Its eyes are white hexagons with no discernible pupils, and there is a thin white line on its forehead. Its mouth is fitted with razor-sharp fangs. On each of its legs are black hexagonal extensions: two on the back of each elbow, one behind each knee, and two on each hip. One of the hip extensions is longer than the other on each hip.

Zygarde's 10% Forme is assumed in cases of emergency.<ref>[http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-10-forme/ Zygarde 10% Forme | Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20160705143708/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-10-forme/ archived])</ref> It is created when only a tenth of its Cells have gathered, and is the result of its Cores calling Cells across the land when it needs to fight.<ref>[https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/story-world/pokemon/zygarde10 Zygarde 10% Forme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A]</ref> Zygarde 10% Forme contains only one Core. It is skilled at close-range combat, overwhelming its opponents by leaping at their chests and sinking its sharp fangs into them. It is also capable of running at speeds greater than 60 mph (100 km/h). However, it cannot maintain this form indefinitely, and it will eventually fall apart. Concept art of Zygarde shows that it can wrap its "leash" around the arm of someone it trusts.
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====50% Forme====
Zygarde 50% Forme is a large {{wp|Snake|serpentine}} Pokémon. Most of its back, head, and neck are black, while the underbelly and the tip of its tail are green. Its eyes are made of four green hexagons, similar to an insect with {{wp|compound eye}}s, and there is a thin, white line down the center of its face. Across the back of its neck is a large frill made of five long, flat protrusions that each have two small, green hexagons on them. There are three short tendrils on either side of its chest; they are black on the right and green on the left. Its tail also ends in five tendrils. It has several small, green hexagons on its body that occasionally glow white.

Zygarde 50% Forme is assembled from half of its Cores and Cells reuniting.<ref>[http://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/story-world/pokemon/zygarde50 Zygarde 50% Forme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A]</ref> Zygarde 50% Forme can contain up to 3 Cores. Despite only using half of its full potential, its power is capable of overwhelming anyone who stands in its way.<ref>[http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-50-forme/ Zygarde 50% Forme | Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20171003202529mp_/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-50-forme/ archived])</ref> The 50% Forme is known to be both ruthless and merciless. There are rumors that an even greater power lies hidden within it, being capable of {{a|Power Construct|changing}} to a more powerful form when battling those who threaten the ecosystem. Its frill can be shown vibrating as it attacks. As seen in ''[[XY131|Down to the Fiery Finish!]]'', Zygarde 50% Forme can summon and control massive roots for attacks and covering areas.

====Complete Forme====
Zygarde Complete Form is a large, humanoid Pokémon. There are several flat protrusions around its head and triangular protrusions around its neck. These protrusions create a crown shape. On its face are three white hexagonal marks: one in the middle of its forehead with a line through it and two that act as eyes. There are an additional five green hexagons on its face: four along the bottom and one in the middle of a short protrusion on top. Each shoulder has two serpentine wings protruding from it. The wings all have an undulating pattern and a hexagon near the tip: blue on the right side and red on the left. There are multiple white protrusions on its body: three on each hand acting as claws, one on each knee, and one and the front of each foot. Additionally, there are green hexagons surrounding its wrists and two under the white protrusions on its knees and feet. Its abdomen has a vertical, hexagonal pattern with a thin, white line on either side. Across its chest is a thin, zigzagging mouth that when opened, reveals five hexagons colored red, orange, white, cyan, and blue, respectively. It has a long tail similar to Zygarde 50% Forme's.

The Complete Forme is Zygarde's perfected form, created when 100% of its Cells and Cores are gathered. In this state, Zygarde can fight at full power and complete its duty of protecting the ecosystem by suppressing those who willingly endanger it. Zygarde Complete Forme contains 5 Cores, one for each of its wings and its tail. In this case, each Core can make decisions and act independently of the others.<ref>[http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-complete-forme/ Zygarde Complete Forme | Pokémon Sun and Pokémon Moon] ([https://web.archive.org/web/20160715204745/http://www.pokemon-sunmoon.com/en-us/pokemon/zygarde-complete-forme/ archived])</ref> The Zygarde Cores can freely change the shapes of the four wings and tail for a variety of roles. Notably, the tip of its wings can form snake-like heads that can be used to attack with energy beams, propel itself, and restore an unbalanced ecosystem back to normal, as seen in ''[[XY136|Forming a More Perfect Union!]]''. The zigzagging mouth on its chest can radiate enough high-powered energy to destroy everything around it, even firing energy beams from within it.<ref>[https://legends.pokemon.com/en-us/story-world/pokemon/zygarde-complete Zygarde Complete Forme | Pokémon Legends: Z-A]</ref> It has also been shown to form a green, protective barrier to shield itself and its allies. It has also been shown using Core Enforcer as a rush attack, leaving a Z-shaped carving in its opponents while dashing through them before it explodes. The Complete Forme is only used to neutralize huge threats to the ecosystem, such as [[Lysandre]]'s [[Giant Rock]], the [[Laquium|Laquium Core]], the [[ultimate weapon]], [[Ultra Burst|Ultra]] {{Adv|Necrozma}}, and {{DL|Ange|Hyperrogue Ange Floette}}. It is powerful enough to overwhelm even {{p|Xerneas}} or {{p|Yveltal}}.

<gallery widths=250px heights=150px>
Zygarde Complete SM concept art.jpg|Zygarde Complete Forme's complex physiology
Zygarde Complete Forme Shield.jpg|Zygarde Complete Forme creating a protective barrier
Zygarde Complete Form Z Strike.png|Zygarde Complete Forme scorching a Z-shaped line with Core Enforcer
</gallery>

====Mega Zygarde====
Overall, Mega Zygarde retains most of Zygarde Complete Forme's humanoid structure, but the Cells composing its body have been strategically relocated. Notably, it has lost most, if not all, of the hexagons composing Zygarde Complete Forme's lower body, arms, and wings, exposing its light green body. As a result of this, Mega Zygarde has completely lost its wings, having seemingly replaced them with six smaller arm-like structures. On its legs, only the three hexagons on each knee remain, though they changed from symmetrical white and green to asymmetrical black and white. The lower part of Zygarde Complete Forme's chest, starting from the multicolored mouth, has also opened, giving the impression it has ripped into strands of black hexagons similar to tree roots. The green, eye-like patterns on its chest now have each a differently colored hexagon on them (one red, one blue). Underneath the chest plate, a series of five white hexagons cover the true body. White, chain-like hexagonal patterns run down Mega Zygarde's uncovered torso, arms, and legs, as well as on its back and under its feet. Its arms don't end in hands, but split into three hexagonal digits. Mega Zygarde's headpiece and tail remain mostly unchanged from its base form, only having lost the green hexagons on its face and having more of those on its tail. Its crown is lit up by a green flame, and its eyes are green as well.

Mega Zygarde is said to be born as a result of people's emotions during an unprecedented crisis, allowing it to calm the situation with its unmatched power. Its defining feature is the giant cannon held above Mega Zygarde's head by its six smaller arms. The cannon has a cylindrical shape, somewhat resembling a tree trunk, decorated with several shapes and lines similar to Zygarde 10% Forme's leash. The cannon is mostly black, with dark blue and dark red patches circling its length. At the cannon's muzzle, there is a pink symbol resembling a cross between an "X" and a "Y" surrounded by red, blue, and pink lines. Its interior features a circle, three hexagons, and a central circle, while its back has a dark green hexagon at the center. When Mega Zygarde attacks with its cannon, the muzzle pattern shines in the shape of an "X", "Y", and "Z" before opening up, unleashing a {{m|Nihil Light|beam of light that defies nature itself}}, which has been likened to the [[Z-Move]]s found in the [[Alola]] [[region]].<ref>[[Lysandre|L]]: ''"And now that I think of it... The moves that Zygarde used when it [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]]—they reminded me of [[Z-Moves]], like those used in the [[Alola]] region."'' ([[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]])</ref> Such an attack was powerful enough to overpower Hyperrogue Ange Floette's powered-up {{m|Light of Ruin}}, which threatened to annihilate all of [[Lumiose City]], as well as to break through the [[Laquium]] Core's defenses and heavily damage it, as seen in [[HZ136]]. It has been referred to as "Lumiose's Guardian"<ref>[[Research Task (HOME)|Kalos Region Tasks]]</ref> due to it saving Lumiose City from Hyperrogue Ange Floette.

Mega Zygarde is the only known Pokémon capable of using the move {{m|Nihil Light}}, an upgraded version of {{m|Core Enforcer}}.

<gallery widths="200">
File:Mega Zygarde aiming its cannon.jpg|Mega Zygarde aiming its cannon
File:Zygarde Cannon X.jpg|Mega Zygarde's cannon glowing in an "X" shape
File:Zygarde Cannon Y.jpg|Mega Zygarde's cannon glowing in a "Y" shape
File:Zygarde Cannon Z.jpg|Mega Zygarde's cannon glowing in a "Z" shape
File:Inside of Mega Zygarde Cannon.jpg|The inside of Mega Zygarde's cannon
File:Mega Zygarde charging cannon.jpg|Mega Zygarde charging its cannon
</gallery>

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==Game data==
[[File:Zygarde 10 Percent Forme ZA.png|thumb|250px|10% Forme {{ga|Zygarde}} in {{g|Legends: Z-A}}]]
===NPC appearances===
* {{g|Legends: Z-A}}: {{ga|Zygarde}} is a major character and boss in the game.
** Zygarde is implied to be related to or even the same as the one that appears in {{game4|SMUSUM}} as a minor character.

===Pokédex entries===
{{Dex/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Dex/NA|gen=VI}}
{{Dex/Gen/4|gen=VI|reg1=Central Kalos|reg2=Coastal Kalos|reg3=Mountain Kalos|num3=150|reg4=Hoenn}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=X|t=FFF|entry=When the Kalos region's ecosystem falls into disarray, it appears and reveals its secret power.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Y|t=FFF|entry=It's hypothesized that it's monitoring those who destroy the ecosystem from deep in the cave where it lives.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Omega Ruby|t=FFF|entry=When the Kalos region's ecosystem falls into disarray, it appears and reveals its secret power.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Alpha Sapphire|t=FFF|entry=It's hypothesized that it's monitoring those who destroy the ecosystem from deep in the cave where it lives.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/3|gen=VII|reg1=Alola|num1=205|label1={{gameIcon|Su}}{{gameIcon|M}}:|reg2=Alola|num2=263|label2={{gameIcon|US}}{{gameIcon|UM}}:|reg3=Kanto}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]}}
{{Dex/Form|10% Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=Its sharp fangs make short work of finishing off its enemies, but it's unable to maintain this body indefinitely. After a period of time, it falls apart.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=This is Zygarde's form when about 10% of its cells have been gathered. It runs across the land at speeds greater than {{tt|60 mph|100 km/h}}.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|t=FFF|entry=This is Zygarde when about 10% of its pieces have been assembled. It leaps at its opponent's chest and sinks its sharp fangs into them.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|entry=Born when around 10% of Zygarde's cells have been gathered from all over, this form is skilled in close-range combat.}}
{{Dex/Form|50% Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=This is Zygarde's form when it has gathered 50% of its cells. It wipes out all those who oppose it, showing not a shred of mercy.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=It's thought to be monitoring the ecosystem. There are rumors that even greater power lies hidden within it.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|t=FFF|entry=This is Zygarde's form when about half of its pieces have been assembled. It plays the role of monitoring the ecosystem.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|entry=Some say it can change to an even more powerful form when battling those who threaten the ecosystem.}}
{{Dex/Form|Complete Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Sun|entry=This is Zygarde's form at times when it uses its overwhelming power to suppress those who endanger the ecosystem.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Moon|entry=This is Zygarde's 100% form. It has enough power to overwhelm even Xerneas or Yveltal.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Sun|t=FFF|entry=This is Zygarde's perfected form. From the orifice on its chest, it radiates high-powered energy that eliminates everything.}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|entry=Born when all of Zygarde's cells have been gathered together, it uses force to neutralize those who harm the ecosystem.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/5|gen=VIII|reg1=Galar|reg2=Isle of Armor|reg3=Crown Tundra|reg4=Sinnoh|reg5=Hisui}}
{{Dex/NE|[[Generation VIII]]}}
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{{Dex/Gen/5|gen=IX|reg1=Paldea|reg2=Kitakami|reg3=Blueberry|reg4=Lumiose|num4=230|reg5=Hyperspace}}
{{Dex/NE|{{pkmn|Scarlet and Violet}}}}
{{Dex/Form|10% Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Legends: Z-A|t=FFF|entry=This is Zygarde when about 10% of its pieces have been assembled. It leaps at its opponent's chest and sinks its sharp fangs into them.}}
{{Dex/Form|50% Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Legends: Z-A|t=FFF|entry=It's hypothesized that it's monitoring those who destroy the ecosystem from deep in the cave where it lives.}}
{{Dex/Form|Complete Forme}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Legends: Z-A|t=FFF|entry=Born when all of Zygarde's cells have been gathered together, it uses force to neutralize those who harm the ecosystem.}}
{{Dex/Form|Mega Zygarde}}
{{Dex/Entry1|v=Legends: Z-A|t=FFF|entry=In response to people's emotions during an unprecedented crisis, Zygarde Mega Evolves and calms the situation with its unmatched power.}}
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{{Dex/Gen/1|reg1=Pokopia}}
{{Dex/NE|{{pkmn|Pokopia}}}}
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|10% Forme Zygarde in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Alola Pokédex number|Alola Pokédex}}
|50% Forme Zygarde in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Alola Pokédex number|Alola Pokédex}}
|Complete Forme Zygarde in the {{color2|000|List of Pokémon by Alola Pokédex number|Alola Pokédex}}
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===Game locations===
{{Availability/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=X|v2=Y|t=FFF|t2=FFF|area=[[Terminus Cave]] ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Pokémon X and Y#Zygarde|Only one]]) ('''50% Forme''')}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Omega Ruby|v2=Alpha Sapphire|area=[[Trade]], [[#In events|Event]]}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Sun|v2=Moon|area=[[Aether Base]] on {{rt|16|Alola}} ([[Reassembly Unit]]) ('''Forme and Ability determined by number of Zygarde Cells/Cores''')}}
{{Availability/Entry2|v=Ultra Sun|v2=Ultra Moon|t=FFF|t2=FFF|area=[[Resolution Cave]] ('''50% Forme, Aura Break''') [[Aether Base]] on {{rt|16|Alola}} ({{pkmn2|Gift}}) ('''10% Forme, Aura Break''') [[Aether Base]] on {{rt|16|Alola}} ([[Reassembly Unit]]) ('''Forme and Ability determined by number of Zygarde Cells/Cores''')}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Let's Go Pikachu|v2=Let's Go Eevee|area=Unobtainable}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Sword|v2=Shield|area=[[Trade]]Version 1.3.0+}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Expansion Pass|color={{Isle of Armor color}}|t={{Crown Tundra color dark}}|link=Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass|area=[[Max Lair]] ([[Dynamax Adventure]]) ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Pokémon Sword and Shield#Zygarde|Only one]]) ('''50% Forme, Power Construct''')}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Brilliant Diamond|v2=Shining Pearl|area=Unobtainable}}
{{Availability/Entry1/None|v=Legends: Arceus|area=Unobtainable}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=IX}}
{{Availability/Entry2/None|v=Scarlet|v2=Violet|area=Unobtainable}}
{{Availability/Entry1|v=Legends: Z-A|t=FFF|area='''[[Centrico Plaza]]:''' [[Wild Zone 20]] ([[List of in-game event Pokémon in Pokémon Legends: Z-A#Zygarde|Only one]])}}
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====In side games====
{{Availability/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Availability/NA|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Gen|gen=VI}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Battle Trozei|color={{defense color}}|area=[[Mountain of Order#Stage 4|Mountain of Order: Stage 4]] ('''50% Forme''')}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble World|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Starlight Islands#Surveillance Dunes|Starlight Islands: Surveillance Dunes]] (Special Boss; '''50% Forme''')}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Super MD|link=Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|color={{gold color}}|area=[[Apex Mountain]]}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Picross|color={{skill color light}}|area=[[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 05|Area 05: Stage 06]] ('''50% Forme''') [[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 05|Area 05: Stage 07]] (must be unlocked with a {{DL|Pokémon Picross|Passwords|password}}) ('''10% Forme''') [[Pokémon Picross Stages#Area 05|Area 05: Stage 08]] (must be unlocked with a {{DL|Pokémon Picross|Passwords|password}}) ('''Complete Forme''')}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VII}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Rumble Rush|color={{fire color}}|area=[[Zygarde Sea]], [[Greninja Sea]], [[Zygarde Sea]]Final}}
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{{Availability/Gen|gen=VIII}}
{{Availability/NA/Side|gen=VIII}}
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{{Availability/Cross}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Shuffle|color={{beauty color}}|area=Event: ''[[Escalation battle|Take on Escalation Battles]]'' ('''50% Forme''') Event: ''[[Great Challenge|Zygarde Appears]]'' ('''10% Forme''') Event: ''[[Ultra Challenge|Zygarde Appears]]'' ('''Complete Forme''')}}
{{Availability/Entry1|1|v=Masters EX|color={{masters color}}|area=Master Fair [[sync pair scout]]: {{sync|Serena|Zygarde|sygna=1}} ('''50% Forme → Complete Forme''')}}
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{{Availability/Footer}}

====In events====
{{eventAvail/h|Region|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|XY&Z Zygarde|Japanese region|Online|100|November 12, 2015 to January 12, 2016|link=List of Japanese region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|XY&Z Zygarde|All|South Korea|100|March 19 to 20, 2016|link=List of local event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#XY&Z Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|ORAS}}|XY&Z Zygarde|Korean region|Online|100|April 20 to June 30, 2016|link=List of Korean region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|Descartes Zygarde|PAL region|Online|100|April 29 to May 26, 2016|link=List of PAL region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Descartes Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev6|XYORAS}}|Pokémon the Series: XYZ Zygarde|American region|Online|100|April 30 to May 8, 2016|link=List of American region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Generation VI#Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|SM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|PAL region|Nintendo Network|60{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to 22, 2018|link=List of PAL region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|USUM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|PAL region|Nintendo Network|100{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to 22, 2018|link=List of PAL region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|SM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|Taiwanese region|Nintendo Network|60{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to 22, 2018|link=List of Taiwanese region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|USUM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|Taiwanese region|Nintendo Network|100{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to 22, 2018|link=List of Taiwanese region Nintendo Network event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|SM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|American region|Online|60{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to September 27, 2018|link=List of American region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|USUM}}|Legendary Pokémon Celebration Shiny Zygarde|American region|Online|100{{shinystar|VII}}|June 1 to September 27, 2018|link=List of American region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Shiny Zygarde}}
{{eventAvail|{{gameabbrev7|USUM}}|Pokémon Generations Zygarde|Korean region|Online|70|June 20 to July 31, 2018|link=List of Korean region serial code event Pokémon distributions in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon#Pokémon Generations Zygarde}}
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===Held items===
{{HeldItems|type=Dragon|type2=Ground
|event1=Gold Bottle Cap|event1type=None|event1rar=100
}}

===Stats===
====Base stats====
=====50% Forme=====
{{Stats
|type=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|HP=108
|Attack=100
|Defense=121
|SpAtk=81
|SpDef=95
|Speed=95
}}

=====10% Forme=====
{{Stats
|type=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|HP=54
|Attack=100
|Defense=71
|SpAtk=61
|SpDef=85
|Speed=115
}}

=====Complete Forme=====
{{Stats
|type=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|HP=216
|Attack=100
|Defense=121
|SpAtk=91
|SpDef=95
|Speed=85
}}

=====Mega Zygarde=====
{{Stats
|type=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|HP=216
|Attack=70
|Defense=91
|SpAtk=216
|SpDef=85
|Speed=100
}}

===Type effectiveness===
{{TypeEffectiveness
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|Normal=100
|Fighting=100
|Flying=100
|Poison=50
|Ground=100
|Rock=50
|Bug=100
|Ghost=100
|Steel=100
|Fire=50
|Water=100
|Grass=100
|Electric=0
|Psychic=100
|Ice=400
|Dragon=200
|Dark=100
|Fairy=200
|notes=yes
|ground=yes
|newelectric=½
}}

===Learnset===
Zygarde is available in {{pkmn|Legends: Z-A}}.

====By [[Level|leveling up]]====
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{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Bite|Dark|Physical|60|6}}
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{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|6||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Thousand Arrows|Ground|Physical|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Thousand Waves|Ground|Physical|90|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Land's Wrath|Ground|Physical|90|8||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|1|10|Core Enforcer|Dragon|Special|100|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|8|11|Haze|Ice|Status|—|15}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|16|19|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|12||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|24|27|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|12}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|32|35|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|8}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|40|43|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|8||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|44|47|Breaking Swipe|Dragon|Physical|60|9||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|56|59|Glare|Normal|Status|—|8}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|60|63|Sludge Wave|Poison|Special|95|8}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|70|73|Extreme Speed|Normal|Physical|65|3}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|80|84|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelZA|88|91|Outrage|Dragon|Physical|120|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/levelf/9|Zygarde|Dragon|Ground|6}}

====By [[TM]]====
{{learnlist/tmh/ZA|Zygarde|Dragon|Ground|6}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM010|Brick Break|Fighting|Physical|75|7}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM012|Rock Slide|Rock|Physical|75|7}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM017|Protect|Normal|Status|—|15}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM025|Crunch|Dark|Physical|80|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM027|Swift|Normal|Special|60|5}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM028|Dig|Ground|Physical|80|12||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM033|Body Slam|Normal|Physical|85|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM035|Endure|Normal|Status|—|12}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM044|Hyper Beam|Normal|Special|150|20}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM051|Safeguard|Normal|Status|—|12}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM052|Earth Power|Ground|Special|90|8||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM054|Draco Meteor|Dragon|Special|130|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM055|Giga Impact|Normal|Physical|150|20}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM058|Iron Head|Steel|Physical|80|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM059|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Physical|80|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM065|Stone Edge|Rock|Physical|100|10}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM069|Earthquake|Ground|Physical|100|10||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM071|Hyper Voice|Normal|Special|90|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM075|Dragon Pulse|Dragon|Special|85|8||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM078|Bulldoze|Ground|Physical|60|6||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM085|Substitute|Normal|Status|—|10}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM093|Outrage|Dragon|Physical|120|15||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM102|Focus Blast|Fighting|Special|120|12}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM109|Facade|Normal|Physical|70|7}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM123|Poison Fang|Poison|Physical|50|6}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM124|Psychic Fangs|Psychic|Physical|85|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM126|Magnet Bomb|Steel|Physical|95|8}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM136|Scorching Sands|Ground|Special|70|7||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM143|Scale Shot|Dragon|Physical|15|6||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM147|Tri Attack|Normal|Special|40|7}}
{{learnlist/tmZA|TM154|Fissure|Ground|Physical|250|20||'''}}
{{learnlist/tmf/9|Zygarde|Dragon|Ground|6}}

====Form change====
If Zygarde knows {{m|Core Enforcer}} when it [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolves]], Core Enforcer will become {{m|Nihil Light}} until the Mega Evolution ends, at which point it becomes Core Enforcer again.
{{learnlist/eventh/ZA|Zygarde|Dragon|Ground|6}}
{{learnlist/eventZA|[[Mega Evolution]]|Nihil Light|Dragon|Special|200|15|||'''}}
{{learnlist/eventf/9|Zygarde|Dragon|Ground|6|form=yes}}

===Side game data===
====50% Forme====
{{Spindata/Head|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Spindata/PSMD|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718
|coset=None
|conto=None
|recruitment=Meet up with at [[Apex Mountain]]
|gigantic=1
|P1=Zzeegggaa! I am the one who monitors the ecosystem of this planet.
|P2=My body's feeling really heavy... Zzeegggaa!
}}
|-
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718
|walk=1.63
|hp=61
|attack=83
|defense=61
|speed=60
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Picross|col=6|type=Dragon|pokemon=Zygarde 50 Percent
|formname=50% Forme
|skill=Square Reveal
|maxsize=20
|rank=Master
|activation=Anytime
|recovery=30:00
|legend=yes
|effect=It reveals squares in a square shape, centering around the activation square.
|uses=2
|activationsquare=Random
|size=7 × 7 square
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Battle Trozei|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718
|power=5
|skill=Power of Five
|skilldesc=Increases the damage dealt by matching five Pokémon.
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718|num=503
|form=50% Forme
|min=80
|max=130
|raisemaxlevel=10
|skill=Barrier Bash+
|skilldesc=Sometimes removes three barrier-type disruptions.
|swapper=Typeless Combo
|amelia=3
|psb=[[Escalation battle#Week 16-17|Escalation battle (Weeks 16-17)]]
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO
| col = 6
| type = Dragon
| ndex = 0718
| hatch = N/A
| buddy = 20
| evolution = N/A
| stamina = 239
| attack = 203
| defense = 232
| fast = {{m|Dragon Tail}}, {{m|Bite}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}
| special = {{m|Outrage}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Crunch}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Bulldoze}}
}}

<div style="margin:0.5ch; background:#fff; {{roundy|10px}}; padding:1ch;">
[[File:GO0718Zygarde-Cell.png|20px|Zygarde Cell]]200 are needed to change 50% Forme Zygarde into its Complete Forme.

Zygarde cannot be [[Released Pokémon#Pokémon GO|transferred]], [[Trade (GO)|traded]], or transferred to {{g|HOME}} via the [[GO Transporter]].
|-
{{Spindata/CaféReMix
|col=6
|type=Dragon
|pkmn=Zygarde
|name=Zygarde (50% Forme)
|rarity=rainbow
|icon=071850Percent
|cookie=Zygarde
|specialty=Sweets
|hearts= -
|deliveryrate=
|puzzlescorelv1=120
|puzzlescorelv25=360
|linkslv1=35
|linkslv25=28
|skillgauge=70
|skillicon1=Café ReMix Skill Replace Above Below
|skilldescription1=Clears Pokémon icons and gimmicks above and below, then replaces diagonal Pokémon icons with icons of the leader Pokémon.
|skillicon2=Café ReMix Skill Replace Above Below Combined
|skilldescription2=Clears more Pokémon icons and gimmicks above and below, then replaces many diagonal Pokémon icons with icons of the leader Pokémon.
|spgimmicklv3=Salt and Pepper Shakers
|spgimmicklv3desc1=Clear up to 2
|spgimmicklv3desc2= by making a combo next to them
|spgimmicklv5=Turnip
|spgimmicklv5desc1=Clears up to 3
|spgimmicklv5desc2=by making a combo next to them
|spgimmicklv15=Ice Pop
|spgimmicklv15desc1=Clear up to 2
|spgimmicklv15desc2=by making a combo next to them
|hiddengimmick=
|hiddengimmickdesc1=
|hiddengimmickdesc2=
|kitchennote=
|outfitgrade1=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade2=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade3=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade4=Puzzle score +3%
|grade4gimmick=Ice Pop
|grade4score=
|sidekickbonus= Skill Score Up
|sidekickbonusdescription=1% score up when skill used. At Sidekick Lv.5 the sidekick bonus is increased to 15!
|alternate=Yes
|customer=Zygarde
|alt1=
|alt1name=
|alt2=
|alt2name=
|alt3=
|alt3name=
|alt4=
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|}

====10% Forme====
{{Spindata/Head|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718T
|walk=1
|hp=49
|attack=79
|defense=55
|speed=70
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Picross|col=6|type=Dragon|pokemon=Zygarde 10 Percent
|formname=10% Forme
|skill=Square Reveal
|maxsize=20
|rank=Master
|activation=Anytime
|recovery=30:00
|legend=yes
|effect=It reveals squares in a square shape, centering around the activation square.
|uses=3
|activationsquare=Specified
|size=5 × 5 square
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|type=Dragon|ndex=718T|num=503
|form=10% Forme
|min=50
|max=100
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Mega Boost+
|skilldesc=Fills the Mega Gauge of the same type of Pokémon more.
|amelia=3
|psb=[[Great Challenge#Week 16|Great Challenge (Week 16)]]
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO
| col = 6
| type = Dragon
| ndex = 0718T
| hatch = N/A
| buddy = 20
| evolution = N/A
| stamina = 144
| attack = 205
| defense = 173
| fast = {{m|Dragon Tail}}, {{m|Bite}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}
| special = {{m|Outrage}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Crunch}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Bulldoze}}
}}
<div style="margin:0.5ch; background:#fff; {{roundy|10px}}; padding:1ch;">
[[File:GO0718Zygarde-Cell.png|20px|Zygarde Cell]]50 are needed to change 10% Forme Zygarde into its 50% Forme.

Zygarde cannot be [[Released Pokémon#Pokémon GO|transferred]], [[Trade (GO)|traded]], or transferred to {{g|HOME}} via the [[GO Transporter]].
|-
{{Spindata/CaféReMix
|col=6
|type=Dragon
|pkmn=Zygarde-10
|name=Zygarde (10% Forme)
|rarity=rainbow
|icon=071810Percent
|cookie=Zygarde-10
|specialty=Small plates
|hearts= -
|deliveryrate=
|puzzlescorelv1=120
|puzzlescorelv25=360
|linkslv1=35
|linkslv25=28
|skillgauge=70
|skillicon1=Café ReMix Skill Replace Slash
|skilldescription1=Clears Pokémon icons and gimmicks diagonally, then replaces Pokémon icons above and below with icons of the most common Pokémon.
|skillicon2=Café ReMix Skill Replace Slash Combined
|skilldescription2=Clears more Pokémon icons and gimmicks diagonally, then replaces many Pokémon icons above and below with icons of the most common Pokémon.
|spgimmicklv3=Salt and Pepper Shakers
|spgimmicklv3desc1=Clear up to 2
|spgimmicklv3desc2= by making a combo next to them
|spgimmicklv5=Turnip
|spgimmicklv5desc1=Clears up to 3
|spgimmicklv5desc2=by making a combo next to them
|spgimmicklv15=Watermelon
|spgimmicklv15desc1=Clear up to 2
|spgimmicklv15desc2=by making a combo next to them
|hiddengimmick=
|hiddengimmickdesc1=
|hiddengimmickdesc2=
|kitchennote=
|outfitgrade1=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade2=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade3=Puzzle score +3%
|outfitgrade4=Puzzle score +3%
|grade4gimmick=Watermelon
|grade4score=1
|sidekickbonus= Skill Score Up
|sidekickbonusdescription=1% score up when skill used. At Sidekick Lv.5 the sidekick bonus is increased to 15!
|alternate=Yes
|customer=Zygarde-10
|alt1=
|alt1name=
|alt2=
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|alt3=
|alt3name=
|alt4=
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|alt5=
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|alt6=
|alt6name=
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|alt7name=
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|}

====Complete Forme====
{{Spindata/Head|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Spindata/RumbleRush|col=6|type=Dragon|ndex=718C
|walk=1.5
|hp=75
|attack=86
|defense=61
|speed=60
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Picross|col=6|type=Dragon|pokemon=Zygarde Complete
|formname=Complete Forme
|skill=Square Reveal
|maxsize=20
|rank=Master
|activation=Anytime
|recovery=30:00
|legend=yes
|effect=It reveals squares in a square shape, centering around the activation square.
|uses=2
|activationsquare=Specified
|size=7 × 7 square
}}
|-
{{Spindata/Shuffle|type=Dragon|ndex=718C|num=503
|form=Complete Forme
|min=90
|max=120
|raisemaxlevel=5
|skill=Power of 5+
|skilldesc=Deals even more damage when you make a match of five.
|swapper=Block Smash+, Last-Ditch Effort
|amelia=4
|psb=[[Ultra Challenge#Week 11|Ultra Challenge (Week 11)]]
}}
|-
{{Spindata/GO
| col = 6
| type = Dragon
| ndex = 0718C
| hatch = N/A
| buddy = 20
| evolution = N/A
| stamina = 389
| attack = 184
| defense = 207
| fast = {{m|Dragon Tail}}, {{m|Bite}}, {{m|Zen Headbutt}}
| special = {{m|Outrage}}, {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Crunch}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Bulldoze}}
}}
<div style="margin:0.5ch; background:#fff; {{roundy|10px}}; padding:1ch;">
{{Candy|Zygarde}}10 and {{Stardust}}2,000 are needed to change Complete Forme Zygarde into its 50% Forme.

Zygarde cannot be [[Released Pokémon#Pokémon GO|transferred]], [[Trade (GO)|traded]], or transferred to {{g|HOME}} via the [[GO Transporter]].
|}

===Form data===
Zygarde has three forms: 10% Forme, 50% Forme, and Complete Forme. [[Zygarde Cell]]s and [[Zygarde Core]]s appear in the story in some games, but they are not catchable {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and are not included in the [[Pokédex]]; they make up Zygarde's forms and are not forms themselves.

In [[Generation VI]], Zygarde's only form is its 50% Forme, which was unnamed at the time. The 10% Forme and Complete Forme were introduced to the games in [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]]. It can switch between its 10% Forme and 50% Forme using the [[Reassembly Unit]] or the [[Zygarde Cube]], and can enter its Complete Forme in {{pkmn|battle}} if it has {{a|Power Construct}}.

Zygarde's 10% Forme and 50% Forme can have {{a|Aura Break}} or Power Construct as their [[Ability]]. Internally, Zygarde's Ability difference is itself a separate form. This makes it impossible to change Zygarde's Ability with [[Ability Capsule]]s or [[Ability Patch]]es; the Reassembly Unit or the Zygarde Cube must be used instead.

;Zygarde with {{a|Aura Break}}
In [[Generation VI]], Zygarde can only have {{a|Aura Break}} as an [[Ability]] and has no other forms.

In [[Generation VII]], a Zygarde with Aura Break can be transformed by the [[Reassembly Unit]]. This machine can create a 10% Forme or 50% Forme Zygarde with Aura Break or change a 10% Forme Zygarde with Aura Break to a 50% Forme Zygarde. It can also change either to a 50% Forme Zygarde with {{a|Power Construct}}.

Since [[Generation VIII]], the [[Zygarde Cube]]'s "Change form" function can change Zygarde with Aura Break between 10% Forme and 50% Forme. Its "Change Ability" function can also change its Ability to Power Construct.

;Zygarde with {{a|Power Construct}}
The [[Zygarde Cube]]'s "Change form" function ("Change Forme" in Generation VII) can change Zygarde with Power Construct between 10% Forme and 50% Forme. Since Generation VIII, its "Change Ability" function can also change its Ability to Aura Break.

Any Zygarde with Power Construct will change to Complete Forme in battle if its [[HP]] drops below half. When the battle ends, it returns to its original form with the same HP it ended the battle with (within its original form's maximum HP).

Zygarde has a unique form change animation when changing to its Complete Forme, which shows Zygarde Cells (represented by green hexagons) gathering to change its form.

In [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]], due to the lack of Abilities, the distinction between Zygarde with Aura Break and Zygarde with Power Construct does not exist. Instead, any 10% Forme or 50% Forme Zygarde will change into Complete Forme when its HP is reduced to half or less, increasing its maximum HP and gaining current HP equal to the amount of maximum HP gained. If Zygarde's HP is reduced below the threshold while it is using a [[move]], it will transform when the move finishes. Zygarde is invulnerable while changing into Complete Forme. It will change back to its previous form if it is recalled while out of battle, retaining the HP it had at that time; if this is above the maximum HP of its original form, its HP will become equal to its maximum HP.

{{evobox/Formes
|family=None
|sprite1=718Zygarde-10Percent
|name1=Zygarde
|type1-1=Dragon
|type2-1=Ground
|forme1=Zygarde 10% Forme
|loc1=[[File:Key Zygarde Cube Sprite.png|40px|link=Zygarde Cube]] {{color2|000|Zygarde Cube}}
|sprite2=718Zygarde-Complete
|name2=Zygarde Complete Forme
|type1-2=Dragon
|type2-2=Ground
|forme2=Zygarde Complete Forme
|loc2= {{acolor|Power Construct|000}} {{color2|000|Statistic#HP|HP}} < 50%
|sprite3=718Zygarde
|name3=Zygarde
|type1-3=Dragon
|type2-3=Ground
|forme3=Zygarde 50% Forme
|loc3=[[File:Key Zygarde Cube Sprite.png|40px|link=Zygarde Cube]] {{color2|000|Zygarde Cube}}
}}

Zygarde's [[base stats]] differ between its three forms. Additionally, it can only [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] when it is in its Complete Forme. If it knows the move {{m|Core Enforcer}} when it Mega Evolves, the move will be replaced with {{m|Nihil Light}} until the Mega Evolution ends.
{| style="margin:auto"
|- style="vertical-align:bottom"
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{{Compare|name=Zygarde|forme=10% Forme|type=Dragon|type2=Ground|image=718Zygarde-10Percent|ab=Aura Break|ab2=Power Construct|HP=54|Attack=100|Defense=71|SpAtk=61|SpDef=85|Speed=115}}
|
{{Compare|name=Zygarde|forme=50% Forme|type=Dragon|type2=Ground|ndex=718|ab=Aura Break|ab2=Power Construct|HP=108|Attack=100|Defense=121|SpAtk=81|SpDef=95|Speed=95}}
|
{{Compare|name=Zygarde|forme=Complete Forme|type=Dragon|type2=Ground|image=718Zygarde-Complete|ab=Power Construct|HP=216|Attack=100|Defense=121|SpAtk=91|SpDef=95|Speed=85}}
|}

====Mega Evolution====
{{Evobox/Formes
|sprite1=0718Zygarde-Complete
|name1=Zygarde
|type1-1=Dragon
|type2-1=Ground
|forme1=Zygarde Complete Forme
|loc1=Default
|item1=Zygardite
|itemfile1=Bag Zygardite ZA Sprite.png
|itemsize1=40px
|sprite2=0718Zygarde-Mega
|forme2=Mega Zygarde
|loc2={{color2|000|Held item|Held}} Zygardite
}}

===Evolution data===
<div style="float:center; display:flex; flex-flow:row wrap;">{{Evobox-1
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ground
|pictype=art
|no1=718
|name1=Zygarde
|type1-1=Dragon
|type2-1=Ground}}</div>

===Sprites===
{{Spritebox/Header|type=Dragon|type2=Ground}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=VI}}
{{Spritebox/6|ndex=718|crop=123}}
{{Spritebox/7/3Forms|ndex=718|form1=T|form2=C|crop=158}}
{{Spritebox/8/3Forms|ndex=718|form1=T|form2=C}}
{{Spritebox/NA|gen=IX|is=yes}}
{{Spritebox/HOME/4Forms|ndex=0718|form1=T|form2=C|form3=M}}
{{Spritebox/Footer|718|Zygarde}}

====Other sprites====
{| style="background:#{{dragon color}}; margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size:80%; {{roundy|20px}}; border:2px solid #{{ground color dark}}"
|-
| style="background:#{{dragon color light}}; border:2px solid #{{ground color dark}}; {{roundy|80px}}; width:140px"| [[File:Menu ZA 0718-Cell.png]]
| style="background:#{{dragon color light}}; border:2px solid #{{ground color dark}}; {{roundy|80px}}; width:140px"| [[File:Menu ZA 0718-Core.png]]
|-
| {{color2|000|Zygarde Cell}} in {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A}}
| {{color2|000|Zygarde Core}} in {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A}}
|}

==In animation==
[[File:Z2 50 Percent Forme.png|thumb|250px|Zygarde 50% Forme in {{aniseries|XY}}]]
===Main series===
====Major appearances====
Zygarde is a major target of [[Team Flare]] in {{aniseries|XY}}. [[Zygarde Cell]]s and [[Zygarde Core|Cores]] debuted in ''[[XYS04|Mega Evolution Special IV]]''.

=====[[Squishy]]=====
With the help of [[Mairin]]'s {{p|Chespin}}, [[Chespie]], a Zygarde Core managed to escape [[Lysandre Labs]], and it subsequently came across {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} in ''[[XY094|From A to Z!]]''. {{an|Bonnie}} was immediately taken with it and [[nickname]]d it "Squishy". It traveled in Bonnie's bag alongside {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}. In ''[[XY094|From A to Z!]]'', Squishy transformed into its 10% and 50% Formes to defend itself against [[Bryony]] and her subordinates, thus marking the debut of 10% Forme. In ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'', when [[Alva]] used his laser weapon onto the [[Nebel Plateau]], it transformed into its Complete Forme to protect it, thus marking the form's debut. Squishy is known by the code name '''Z1''' by Team Flare.

=====[[Z2]]=====
A Zygarde known by the code name '''Z2''' by Team Flare appeared as a 50% Forme Zygarde in ''[[XY094|From A to Z!]]''. It managed to escape Team Flare by using {{m|Land's Wrath}}. It appeared as a Zygarde Core during ''[[XY102|Meeting at Terminus Cave!]]'', being contacted by [[Squishy]]. It was captured by Team Flare and corrupted by their [[Mega Evolution]] weapon to help them clean the planet of humans. Unlike Squishy's red core, Z2 has a blue core.
[[File:White Zygarde 50 Percent Forme.png|thumb|250px|{{Shiny}} Zygarde 50% Forme in {{aniseries|HZ}}]]

=====[[White Zygarde]]=====
In ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'', [[Gibeon]] was revealed to own a {{Shiny}} Zygarde 10% Forme. It regained access to its 50% Forme in ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', when it reunited with the [[Zygarde Cell|Cells]] it had lost in [[Laqua]]. In the [[HZ088|next episode]], it disassembled and abandoned Gibeon. A year later, [[Amethio]] was given a [[Zygarde Cube]], gathered the remaining Zygarde Cells, assembled a Zygarde 50% Forme, and {{pkmn2|caught}} it prior to [[HZ125]]. In [[HZ134]], it assumed its Complete Forme after reuniting with the Cells left in Laqua. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]]. It was released in [[HZ136]] to heal Laqua back to its original state.

=====Other=====
A Zygarde appeared in ''[[XYS05|The Legend of X, Y, and Z!]]'' during a flashback, where it was seen in its 50% Forme. When [[Veofum]] ordered his men to burn {{p|Xerneas}} after his plan to use its power failed, Zygarde appeared and destroyed his kingdom with {{m|Land's Wrath}}.

====Minor appearances====
Zygarde's Complete Forme's first appearance in the animated series was in ''[[XY098|Dream a Little Dream from Me!]]'', where it appeared in a dream.

A Zygarde appeared in its 50% Forme in the opening sequence of ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]''.

<gallery>
Zygarde Cells anime.png|Zygarde Cell in {{aniseries|XY}}
Squishy.png|Zygarde Core in ''Pokémon the Series: XY''
Squishy 10 Percent Forme.png|Zygarde 10% Forme in ''Pokémon the Series: XY''
Zygarde Complete Forme anime.png|Zygarde Complete Forme in ''Pokémon the Series: XY''
White Zygarde Cell.png|Shiny Zygarde Cell in {{aniseries|HZ}}
White Zygarde 10 Percent Forme.png|Shiny Zygarde 10% Forme in ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''
White Zygarde Complete Forme.png|Shiny Zygarde Complete Forme in ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''
Mega White Zygarde.png|Shiny Mega Zygarde in ''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''
</gallery>

====Pokédex entries====
{{Animedexheader|Kalos}}
{{Animedexbody|XY094|Zygarde Core|Ash's Pokédex|No data.}}
{{Animedexbody|XY094|Zygarde Core|Serena's Pokédex|No data.}}
{{Animedexfooter/Pokémon|Kalos}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Zygarde Complete Forme PG.png|thumb|250px|Zygarde Complete Forme in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
A Complete Forme Zygarde appeared in ''[[PG01|The Adventure]]'', where {{ga|Red}} and his {{TP|Red|Pikachu}} encountered it at the end of [[Terminus Cave]].

===GOTCHA!===
A Zygarde briefly appeared in both its 10% and 50% Formes as a silhouette in [[GOTCHA!]].
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==In the manga==
[[File:Zygarde Adventures.png|thumb|250px|Zygarde 50% Forme in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
===Pokémon Adventures===
{{main|Zygarde (Adventures)}}
Zygarde debuted in ''[[PS584|Hawlucha Attacks]]''. It first appeared in [[Anistar City]], where it was {{pkmn2|caught}} by [[Emma|Essentia]]. It was later used by her against [[Team Flare]]'s enemies at [[Pokémon Village]]. Eventually, she started to rebel, prompting [[Lysandre]] to take direct control of Zygarde. When [[Xerxer|Xerneas]] and {{p|Yveltal}} reverted to their dormant forms, Zygarde lost the need to keep itself active and disintegrated.

Zygarde also played a notable role in the {{MangaArc|Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun & Ultra Moon}}. Having been sent to [[Alola]] to find it, [[Dexio]] and [[Sina]] hired {{adv|Sun}} to gather the Zygarde Cells and Cores scattered around Alola. During the climax of the arc, Zygarde used the Reassembly Unit on {{rt|16|Alola}} to transform into its Complete Forme, before joining the battle against {{adv|Necrozma}} at [[Mount Lanakila]] alongside {{adv|Solgaleo}} and {{DL|Nebby|Pokémon Adventures|Lunala}}.

<gallery>
Zygarde Cell Adventures.png|Zygarde Cell in Pokémon Adventures
Zygarde Core Adventures.png|Zygarde Core in Pokémon Adventures
Zygarde 10 Percent Forme Adventures.png|Zygarde 10% Forme in Pokémon Adventures
Zygarde Complete Forme Adventures.png|Zygarde Complete Forme in Pokémon Adventures
</gallery>

==In the TCG==
{{main|Zygarde (TCG)}}

==Other appearances ==
===[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]===
Zygarde's 50% Forme and Complete Forme appear as {{sbw|Spirits}}.

==Trivia==
* Zygarde is currently the last Pokémon in [[List of Pokémon by name|alphabetical order]].
* Zygarde is the only Pokémon:
** That has two standard {{Abilities}}, but does not have a [[Hidden Ability]].
** Able to change forms that can [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]].
** Whose [[base stat]] total increases by 70 points when Mega Evolving, rather than by at least 100 points.
* Zygarde Complete Forme and Mega Zygarde are [[List of Pokémon with unique base stat totals|the only Pokémon]] with [[base stat total]]s of 708 and 778, respectively.
* Zygarde, in both its Complete and Mega forms, has the highest base {{stat|HP}} [[stat]] of all {{type|Ground}} Pokémon.
* Mega Zygarde has the highest base {{stat|Special Attack}} stat of all Pokémon.
** The Special Attack increase is the highest base stat increase of all Mega Evolutions, being boosted by 125 points.
* Mega Zygarde is the only Mega-Evolved Pokémon whose moveset changes when it Mega Evolves, with {{m|Nihil Light}} replacing {{m|Core Enforcer}}.
* The [[Zygarde Core]] and Zygarde Complete Forme were first shown in a preview for ''[[M19|Volcanion and the Mechanical Marvel]]'' at the end of ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]''.
* Despite Zygarde's 10% Forme and Complete Forme not being present in the [[Generation VI]] games, they have [[Pokédex entry|Pokédex entries]] for these games in [[Pokémon Bank]] and [[Pokémon HOME]]. These entries are identical to those of the 50% Forme.

===Origin===
Zygarde's 10%, 50%, and Complete Formes may be inspired in part by the three children of {{wp|Loki}} and {{wp|Angrboða}} in {{wp|Norse mythology}}: {{wp|Fenrir}}, {{wp|Jörmungandr}}, and {{wp|Hel (being)|Hel}}.

Zygarde 10% Forme may be based on the wolf Fenrir. The green leash-like object around its neck could be based on {{wp|Gleipnir}}, the rope that binds Fenrir. Its left front paw has a different color from the others, being green instead of black, which is possibly a reference to Fenrir biting off the god {{wp|Týr}}'s right hand in reprisal for being bound by him. This forme could also draw inspiration from {{wp|Garmr}}, the watchdog that guards {{wp|Hel (location)|Helheim}}'s gate. In appearance, it resembles a {{wp|Dobermann|Doberman Pinscher}}.

Zygarde 50% Forme's appearance may be based on a serpent in the shape of the letter Z. It may also draw inspiration from Jörmungandr, a sea serpent that encircles the earth; and {{wp|Níðhöggr}}, a dragon that gnaws at the roots of {{wp|Yggdrasil}}, the world tree. Jörmungandr is said to "dwell in the world sea, encircling the Earth (Midgard)", which may allude to Zygarde's {{t|Ground}} type ("Earth") and the 50% Forme being the middle forme ("Midgard"). Its flat shape and wriggling movement may be inspired by the {{wp|tsuchinoko}}, a Japanese {{wp|yokai}}, often described as being snake-like.

According to model sheet of Zygarde Complete Forme for {{g|Sun and Moon}}, it may also form a stylized letter Z when it lifts its cape over its head to attack. This forme of Zygarde may be based on Hel, the ruler of {{wp|Helheim}}, the realm of the dead in Nordic myth. The colors on its Complete Forme's chest match the colors of the real-world {{wp|flag of France}}, the country which inspired the [[region]] of [[Kalos]]. These three colors match Kalos' pentagonal emblem that is split between three sections matching each section of Kalos' sub regions: blue on the left depicting [[List of Pokémon in the Coastal Kalos Pokédex|Coastal Kalos]], red on the right depicting [[List of Pokémon in the Mountain Kalos Pokédex|Coastal Kalos]], and white in the middle depicting [[List of Pokémon in the Central Kalos Pokédex|Central Kalos]]. The blue and red colors also match the colors of {{p|Xerneas}} and {{p|Yveltal}}. Design-wise, it resembles a humanoid {{wp|Mecha anime and manga|giant mecha}} despite its organic basis; its light-up technological appearance, "transforming"/"combining" gimmick, and the face-like pattern on its chest are all tropes commonly used for fictional mecha.

Mega Zygarde's cannon might be based on either a railgun or a laser cannon. As Mega Zygarde is styled after its Complete Forme, it may also resemble a stylized Z and a mech, with its cannon posed where the "head" of the Z is placed. Similarly, many of its hexagonal patterns are also blue and red, representative of Xerneas and Yveltal, justified the X, Y and Z markings on the front of its cannon.

[[Zygarde Cell]]s and [[Zygarde Core]]s may be based on cells or other single-celled organisms, such as {{wp|slime mold}}s and members of ''{{wp|Euglena}}'', as well as {{wp|flatworm}}s (specifically {{wp|planarian}}). The hexagons within them may represent a {{wp|cell nucleus}}. The concept of the different forms of Zygarde being composed of smaller individuals useless by themselves may be based off {{wp|Colony (biology|colonial organisms}}. Zygarde's themes of the ecological balance of life may be thematically inspired by {{wp|zygote}}s, a type of cell that forms first development stage of an animal's life span. Zygarde's [[Form|forme change]] from its snake-like appearance in 50% Forme into its human-like Complete Forme may be inspired by {{wp|nāga}}, a class of snake entities in South and Southeast Asian cultures that may feature human-like qualities.

====Name origin====
Zygarde begins with the letter {{wp|Z}}, following the pattern established by {{p|Xerneas}} and {{p|Yveltal}}. It may also be derived from ζυγωτός ''zygōtos'' (Greek for "joined") or ''{{wp|zygote}}'', ''garde'' (French for "guard"), and ''garðr'' (Old Norse for enclosure; realm).

==In other languages==
{{Other languages|type=Dragon|type2=Ground
|ja=ジガルデ ''Zygarde''|jameaning=From ''Z'', ζυγωτός ''zygōtos'' (Greek for "joined") or ''{{wp|zygote}}'', ''garde'' (French for "guard"), and ''garðr'' (Old Norse for 'enclosure, realm')
|fr=Zygarde|frmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|es=Zygarde|esmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|de=Zygarde|demeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|it=Zygarde|itmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|ko=지가르데 ''Zygarde''|komeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_cmn=基格爾德 / 基格尔德 ''Jīgé'ěrdé''|zh_cmnmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
|zh_yue=基格爾德 ''Gēigaakyíhdāk''|zh_yuemeaning=Mandarin-based transcription of Japanese name
|pt_br=Zygarde|pt_brmeaning=Same as English/Japanese name
|hi=ज़ाइगार्ड ''Zygarde''|himeaning=Transcription of English/Japanese name
|ru=Зайгард ''Zaygard''|rumeaning=Transcription of English name
|th=ซีการ์ด ''Sikat''|thmeaning=Transcription of Japanese name
}}
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''Zygarde 10% Forme''
{{langtable
|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{ground color dark}}
|ja=ジガルデ・１０％フォルム ''Zygarde 10% Forme''
|zh_yue=基格爾德・10％形態 ''{{tt|Gēigaakyíhdāk Baakfahn jī Sahp Yìhngtaai|Zygarde・10% Form}}''
|zh_cmn=基格爾德・10％形態 / 基格爾德・10％形態 ''{{tt|Jīgé'ěrdé Bǎifēn zhī Shí Xíngtài|Zygarde・10% Form}}''
|cs=Zygarde 10%
|da=Zygarde 10% forme
|fr=Zygarde Forme 10 %
|de=10%-Zygarde
|hi=10% फ़ॉर्म ''10% Form''
|hu=Zygarde 10%
|id=Zygarde Bentuk 10%
|it=Zygarde Forma 10%
|ko=지가르데 10%폼 ''Zygarde 10% Pom''
|ms=Zygarde Bentuk 10%
|pl=Zygarde 10% Formy
|pt_br=Zygarde Forma 10%
|ru=10-процентный Зайгард ''10-protsentnyy Zaygard''
|es=Zygarde al 10%
|sv=Zygarde 10% form
|th=ซีการ์ด ฟอร์ม 10%
|tr=Zygarde %10'luk Formu
|no=Zygarde 10% form}}</div>
<div style="display:inline-block; vertical-align:top">
''Zygarde 50% Forme''
{{langtable
|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{ground color dark}}
|ja=ジガルデ・５０％フォルム ''Zygarde 50% Forme''
|zh_yue=基格爾德・50％形態 ''{{tt|Gēigaakyíhdāk Baakfahn jī Nghsahp Yìhngtaai|Zygarde・50% Form}}''
|zh_cmn=基格爾德・50％形態 / 基格尔德・50％形态 ''{{tt|Jīgé'ěrdé Bǎifēn zhī Wǔshí Xíngtài|Zygarde・50% Form}}''
|cs=Zygarde 50%
|da=Zygarde 50% forme
|fr=Zygarde Forme 50 %
|de=50%-Zygarde
|hi=50% फ़ॉर्म ''50% Form''
|hu=Zygarde 50%
|id=Zygarde Bentuk 50%
|it=Zygarde Forma 50%
|ko=지가르데 50%폼 ''Zygarde 50% Pom''
|ms=Zygarde Bentuk 50%
|pl=Zygarde 50% Formy
|pt_br=Zygarde Forma 50%
|ru=50-процентный Зайгард ''50-protsentnyy Zaygard''
|es=Zygarde al 50%
|sv=Zygarde 50% form
|th=ซีการ์ด ฟอร์ม 50%
|tr=Zygarde %50'lik Formu
|no=Zygarde 50% form}}</div>
<div style="display:inline-block; vertical-align:top">
''Zygarde Complete Forme''
{{langtable
|color={{dragon color}}|bordercolor={{ground color dark}}
|ja=ジガルデ・パーフェクトフォルム ''Zygarde Perfect Forme'' ジガルデ・{{tt|１００％|パーフェクト}}フォルム ''Zygarde {{tt|100%|Perfect}} Forme''
|zh_yue=基格爾德・完全體形態 ''{{tt|Gēigaakyíhdāk Yùhnchyùhntái Yìhngtaai|Zygarde・Complete Form}}''
|zh_cmn=基格爾德・完全體形態 / 基格尔德・完全体形态 ''{{tt|Jīgé'ěrdé Wánquántǐ Xíngtài||Zygarde・Complete Form}}''
|cs=Zygarde 100%
|fi=Zygarden täydellinen forme
|fr=Zygarde Forme Parfaite
|de=Optimum-Zygarde
|hi=कम्प्लीट फ़ॉर्म ''Complete Form''
|hu=Zygarde 100%
|id=Zygarde Bentuk Sempurna
|it=Zygarde Forma Perfetta
|ko=지가르데 퍼펙트폼 ''Zygarde Peopekteupom''
|ms=Zygarde Bentuk Sempurna
|pl=Zygarde Kompletna Forma
|pt_br=Zygarde Forma Completa
|ru=Полная форма Зайгарда ''Polnaya forma Zaygarda''
|sv=Zygarde fullständig form
|es=Zygarde Forma Completa
|th=ซีการ์ด ฟอร์มสมบูรณ์
|tr=Zygarde Tamamlanmış Formu
|no=Zygarde fullstendig form}}</div>
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==Related articles==
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* [[Aura trio]]
* [[Legendary Pokémon]]
* [[List of Pokémon with form differences]]
* [[Mega Evolution]]
* [[Pokémon fusion]]
* [[Reassembly Unit]]
* [[Rogue Mega Evolution]]
* [[Squishy]]
* [[Z2]]
* [[White Zygarde]]
* [[Zygarde (Adventures)]]
* [[Zygarde (game)]]
* [[Zygarde Cell]]
* [[Zygarde Core]]
* [[Zygarde Cube]]
</div>

==References==
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Hyperspace Sky Pillar

2026-06-02T03:50:36Z

Gengarzilla: /* Special encounters */

{{Infobox location
|image=Hyperspace Sky Pillar View.jpg
|type=hyperspace
|location_name=Hyperspace Sky Pillar
|japanese_name=異次元ミアレ大空の柱
|translated_name=Otherdimensional Miare: Open Sky Pillar
|location=[[Hyperspace Lumiose]]
|region=None
|mapsize=300px
|mapdisplay=no
|generation={{gen|IX}}
}}

'''Hyperspace Sky Pillar''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|異次元ミアレ大空の柱|Ijigen Miare Ōzora no Hashira}}''' ''{{tt|Otherdimensional Miare|Hyperspace Lumiose}}: Open Sky Pillar'') is a pocket of [[Hyperspace Lumiose]] formed from [[Team MZ]]'s subconscious. The player encounters and battles a [[Rogue Mega Evolution|Rogue Mega]] {{p|Rayquaza}} here. After calming it down, the player catches Rayquaza.

== Geography ==
This pocket of Hyperspace Lumiose takes the form of [[Hoenn]]'s [[Sky Pillar]] ([[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]]), the tower that was created for the veneration of the [[Rayquaza (Pokémon)|Legendary Pokémon]] {{P|Rayquaza}}. It is a tall, stone tower, with a tirangular top, pillars on each of its tips, a staircase on the base, and a symbol on the floor. The sky is in eternal darkness and covered in floating rocks

==Special encounters==
The player fights {{p|Rayquaza}} here. The player is partnered with [[Korrina]] and [[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]] for this battle.
{{Pokémon
| caption = When battled (First phase)
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0384
| pokemon = Rayquaza
| level = 200
| type1 = Dragon
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Outrage
| move1type = Dragon
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Meteor Beam
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Draco Meteor
| move4type = Dragon
| move4cat = Special
}}
After Rayquaza’s [[HP]] is lowered to 0, it undergoes [[Mega Evolution]], completely recovering HP. During this phase, Rayquaza is immune to {{t|Flying}}-type weaknesses unless it is stunned.
{{Pokémon
| caption = (Second phase)
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0384
| pokemon = Rayquaza
| form=-Mega
| level = 200
| type1 = Dragon
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Outrage
| move1type = Dragon
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Meteor Beam
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Dragon Ascent
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| caption = When caught
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0384
| pokemon = Rayquaza
| level = 85
| type1 = Dragon
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Outrage
| move1type = Dragon
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Meteor Beam
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Dragon Ascent
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Physical
}}


==Trivia==
* This location is reused for the pocket of Hyperspace where Brother and Sister appear during [[Mission (Legends: Z-A)|Side Mission 189: "Siblings of the Sky"]]. However, it is simply labeled as [[Hyperspace Lumiose]].

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|textcolor=FFF|color={{Locationcolor/med|hyperspace}}|bordercolor={{Locationcolor/light|hyperspace}}
|ja=異次元ミアレ大空の柱 ''Ijigen Miare Ōzora no Hashira''
|zh_cmn=異次元密阿雷：長空之柱 / 异次元密阿雷：长空之柱 ''Yìcìyuán Mì'āléi: Chángkōng zhī Zhù''
|zh_yue=異次元密阿雷：長空之柱 ''Yihchiyùhn Maht'alèuih: Chèuhnghūng jī Chyúh''
|fr=Pilier des Cieux
|de=Großer Himmelturm
|it=Pilastro dei cieli (Luminopoli dimensionale)
|ko=이차원 미르 창공의 기둥 ''Ichawon Mireu Changgong-ui Gidung''
|es=Gran Pilar Celeste
}}

==Related articles==
{{Hyperspace}}
{{legendarylocations|hyperspace}}
{{Project Locations notice}}
[[Category:Legends: Z-A locations]]

[[de:Großer Himmelturm]]
[[es:Gran Pilar Celeste]]
[[fr:Pilier des Cieux]]
[[zh:異次元密阿雷：長空之柱]]

Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare

2026-06-02T03:48:19Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */

{{Infobox location
|image=Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare.png
|type=hyperspace
|location_name=Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare
|japanese_name=異次元ミアレ悪夢の新月島
|translated_name=Otherdimensional Miare: Nightmarish New Moon Island
|location=[[Hyperspace Lumiose]]
|region=None
|mapsize=300px
|mapdisplay=no
|generation={{gen|IX}}
}}

'''Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|異次元ミアレ悪夢の新月島|Ijigen Miare Akumu Shingetsu-jima}}''' ''{{tt|Otherdimensional Miare|Hyperspace Lumiose}}: Nightmarish {{tt|New Moon Island|Newmoon Island}}'') is a pocket of [[Hyperspace Lumiose]]. The player encounters and battles a [[Rogue Mega Evolution|Rogue Mega]] {{p|Darkrai}} here. After calming it down, the player catches Darkrai and receives a [[Darkranite]] as reward.

== Geography ==
This pocket of [[Hyperspace Lumiose]] takes the form of the home of the [[Mythical Pokémon]] {{P|Darkrai}}, [[Sinnoh]]'s [[Newmoon Island]]: a mostly rocky island housing a small grove. Unlike the original island, the pocket's grove contains a dry crater instead of a pond, where Darkrai can be battled. The island contains gaps of void scattered around it, such as the pocket's edges. The island is in an eternal dark night, only illuminated by a large, circular portal in the sky that leads back to [[Lumiose City]], resembling the full moon.

== Special encounters ==
The player fights a {{p|Darkrai}} here. The player is partnered with [[Korrina]] and [[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]] for this battle.

During the battle, Darkrai will use {{m|Dark Void}} as its charged special attack, dealing damage in a large area of effect and making affected Pokémon [[Status conditions#drowsy|drowsy]]. Drowsy Pokémon will take damage equal to 1/25 of their maximum HP every second.

{{Pokémon
| caption = When battled (First phase)
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0491
| pokemon = Darkrai
| level = 200
| type1 = Dark
| move1 = Phantom Force
| move1type = Ghost
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Brutal Swing
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Snarl
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Future Sight
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
}}
After Darkrai's [[HP]] is lowered to 0, it undergoes [[Rogue Mega Evolution]], completely recovering HP.

During this phase, Mega Darkrai will periodically create copies of itself that attack with {{m|Dark Pulse}}. Additionally, the damage over time taken by drowsy Pokémon increases to 1/16 of maximum HP.
{{Pokémon
| caption = (Second phase)
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0491
| pokemon = Darkrai
| form=-Mega
| icon = mega
| level = 200
| type1 = Dark
| move1 = Phantom Force
| move1type = Ghost
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Brutal Swing
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Snarl
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Future Sight
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Special
| move5 = Shadow Ball
| move5type = Ghost
| move5cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| caption= When caught
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0491
| pokemon = Darkrai
| level = 85
| type1 = Dark
| move1 = Dark Void
| move1type = Dark
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Dream Eater
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Future Sight
| move3type = Psychic
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Snarl
| move4type = Dark
| move4cat = Special
}}

==Trivia==
* It's implied that Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare was formed from the subconscious of {{P|Darkrai}}, not only did it take the form of [[Newmoon Island]]: Darkrai's home in the [[Sinnoh]] [[region]], but the only Pokémon residing there is Darkrai itself, the Pokémon who is also sustaining all of [[Hyperspace Lumiose]].
* This location is reused for the pocket of Hyperspace where {{p|Genesect}} is encountered. However, it is simply labeled as Hyperspace Lumiose.

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|textcolor=FFF|color={{Locationcolor/med|hyperspace}}|bordercolor={{Locationcolor/light|hyperspace}}
|ja=異次元ミアレ悪夢の新月島 ''Ijigen Miare Akumu no Shingetsu-jima''
|zh_cmn=異次元密阿雷：惡夢新月島 ''Yìcìyuán Mì'āléi: Èmèng Xīnyuè Dǎo'' (Traditional) 异次元密阿雷：噩梦新月岛 ''Yìcìyuán Mì'āléi: Èmèng Xīnyuè Dǎo'' (Simplified)
|zh_yue=異次元密阿雷：惡夢新月島 ''Yihchiyùhn Maht'alèuih: Okmuhng Sānyuht Dóu''
|fr=Cauchemar de Nouvellune
|de=Neumondinsel der Alpträume
|it=Incubo dell’Isola Lunanuova (Luminopoli dimensionale)
|ko=이차원 미르 악몽의 신월섬 ''Ichawon Mireu Angmong-ui Sinwol Seom''
|es_eu=Isla Lunanueva de Pesadilla
|es_la=Isla Lunanueva Tenebrosa
}}

==Related articles==
{{Hyperspace}}
{{legendarylocations|black}}
{{Project Locations notice}}
[[Category:Legends: Z-A locations]]

[[de:Neumondinsel der Alpträume]]
[[es:Isla Lunanueva de Pesadilla]]
[[fr:Cauchemar de Nouvellune]]
[[zh:異次元密阿雷：惡夢新月島]]

Viridian Gym

2026-06-02T03:18:14Z

Gengarzilla: /* {{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}} */

{{GymInfobox
|name=Viridian
|characters=トキワ
|japanese=Tokiwa
|image=Viridian Gym Exterior LGPE.png
|location=Viridian City
|leader=[[Giovanni]]{{sup/1|RBY}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}{{sup/7|PE}} {{ga|Blue}}{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/4|HGSS}}{{sup/7|PE}} [[Team Rocket trio|Jessie, James, and Meowth]] (temporary, {{aniseries|PTS}}) [[Agatha]] (replacement, {{aniseries|PTS}})
|badge=Earth Badge
|type=Ground
|region=Kanto
|imagesize=300px
|colordark=40826D
|colorlight=9FC0B5
|battlefield=Viridian Gym Battle Environment LGPE.png
|battlefieldsize=300px
}}
[[File:Viridian Gym Interior Blue LGPE.png|thumb|300px|Giovanni's/Blue's Gym Leader area]]
The '''Viridian Gym''' (Japanese: '''トキワジム''' ''Tokiwa Gym'') is the official [[Gym]] of [[Viridian City]]. During the events of [[Generation]]s {{gen|I}}, {{gen|III}}, and {{gen|VII}}, it is based on {{type|Ground}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and the [[Gym Leader]] is [[Giovanni]], the boss of [[Team Rocket]], who uses it as his hideout. After Team Rocket is disbanded at the end of Generations I, III, and VII, {{ga|Blue}} takes over as the Leader during Generations {{gen|II}}, {{gen|IV}}, and VII; under his direction, the Gym no longer concentrates on any particular [[type]]. In Generation VII, Blue takes over the Gym immediately after Giovanni leaves it, [[rematch]]ing the player in his place during the post-game. {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who earn a win at the Viridian Gym receive the {{Badge|Earth}}.

In {{aniseries|PTS}}, [[Agatha]] of the [[Elite Four]] serves as a temporary Gym Leader here following {{an|Giovanni}}'s abdication of the position to focus on leading Team Rocket.

==In the core series games==
{{flexheader|gap=0px}}
{{sign|RBY|header}}
{{sign|RBY|title|Viridian City}}
{{sign|RBY|title|Pokémon Gym}}
{{sign|RBY|footer}}

{{sign|RBY|header}}
{{sign|RBY|title|Viridian City}}
{{sign|RBY|title|Pokémon Gym}}
{{sign|RBY|title|Leader: ...}}
{{sign|RBY|The rest of the}}
{{sign|RBY|text is illegible...}}
{{sign|RBY|footer}}

{{sign|FRLG|header}}
{{sign|FRLG|title|Viridian City Pokémon Gym}}
{{sign|FRLG|footer}}

{{sign|DPcity|header}}
{{sign|DPcity|title|Viridian City Pokémon Gym}}
{{sign|DPcity|title|Leader: ...}}
{{sign|DPcity|The rest of the text is illegible...}}
{{sign|DPcity|footer}}
{{flexfooter}}

Viridian Gym appears in all games set in the [[Kanto]] region. In Generations {{gen|I}}, {{gen|III}}, and {{gen|VII}}, when the player first reaches the Gym, it is locked due to the absence of the Gym Leader. With this acknowledged, the player journeys off to other Gyms to challenge them. Once the player has collected the other seven [[Badge|Gym Badges]], the Viridian Gym reopens. In {{LGPE}}, the [[Gym guide]] declares that earning seven Badges is the prerequisite for entering the Gym, effectively meaning that the Viridian Gym, unlike most other Kanto Gyms in Generation VII, has no additional prerequisites required for entering.

In Generations {{gen|II}}, {{gen|IV}}, and VII, {{ga|Blue}} takes over the Gym. In Generation II, the Gym can be challenged as soon as Blue is spoken to on [[Cinnabar Island]]. In Generation IV, however, Blue will stay on Cinnabar Island and will not return to his Gym until the player speaks to him after obtaining the other seven Kanto Gym Badges. In Generation VII, Blue can be challenged to a Gym Leader [[rematch]] at the Gym during the post-game in place of Giovanni.

Inside the Gym, the floor uses the same [[spin tile|transporting tiles]] as are used in the [[Team Rocket Hideout]]. The player must use these tiles to navigate through the Gym to reach the Gym Leader. In Generation II, the Gym is completely remodeled and the tiles are gone; in Generation IV, the tiles are put back up, now covering almost the entire floor of the Gym.

===Appearance===
{{Mapgen
|hv=v
|colordark={{ground color}}
|colorlight={{ground color light}}
|genI=Viridian Gym RBY.png
|sizeI=250px
|genII=Viridian Gym GSC.png
|sizeII=130px
|genIII=Viridian Gym FRLG.png
|sizeIII=200px
|genIV=Viridian Gym HGSS.png
|sizeIV=130px
|genVII=Viridian Gym Entrance LGPE.png
|sizeVII=250px}}

===Items===
{{Itlisth|Ground}}
{{Itemlist|Revive|North of the [[spin tile]] north of the entrance|R=yes|B=yes|Y=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Revive|Near {{tc|Ace Trainer}} Yuji northeast of the entrance|LP=yes|LE=yes}}
{{Itemlist|TM Ground|Reward for defeating Giovanni|R=yes|B=yes|Y=yes|display={{TM|27|Fissure}}}}
{{Itemlist|TM Ground|Reward for defeating Giovanni|FR=yes|LG=yes|display={{TM|26|Earthquake}}}}
{{Itemlist|Macho Brace|Where Giovanni stood (requires using [[Dowsing Machine|Itemfinder]] at that spot)|FR=yes|LG=yes}}
{{Itemlist|TM Psychic|Reward for defeating Blue|HG=yes|SS=yes|display={{TM|92|Trick Room}}}}
{{Itemlist|TM Ground VI|Reward for defeating Giovanni|LP=yes|LE=yes|display={{TM|41|Earthquake}}}}
{{Itlistfoot|Ground}}

===Trainers===
===={{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}====
{{trainerheader|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Tamer.png|Tamer|game=1||1560|2|024|Arbok||39|None|128|Tauros||39|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Blackbelt.png|Blackbelt|game=1||1075|1|067|Machoke||43|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|game=1||1365|2|033|Nidorino||39|None|034|Nidoking||39|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Tamer.png|Tamer|game=1||1720|1|111|Rhyhorn||43|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Blackbelt.png|Blackbelt|game=1||1000|2|066|Machop||40|None|067|Machoke||40|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|game=1||1365|2|028|Sandslash||39|None|051|Dugtrio||39|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|game=1||1505|1|111|Rhyhorn||43|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr RG Blackbelt.png|Blackbelt|game=1||950|3|067|Machoke||38|None|066|Machop||38|None|067|Machoke||38|None}}
{{trainerfooter|Ground|1|inside}}

====={{game|Red and Blue|s}}=====
Giovanni has one [[Guard Spec.]] per Pokémon, using it randomly 25% of the time.
{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = Spr RG Giovanni.png
| prize = {{Pdollar}}4950
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = RGB
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0111
| pokemon = Rhyhorn
| level = 45
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Stomp | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Tail Whip | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Fury Attack | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Horn Drill | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0051
| pokemon = Dugtrio
| level = 42
| type1 = Ground
| move1 = Growl | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Dig | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Sand-Attack | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Slash | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| level = 44
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Scratch | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Tail Whip | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Body Slam | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Poison Sting | move4type = Poison
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| level = 45
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Tackle | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Horn Attack | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Poison Sting | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Thrash | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| level = 50
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Stomp | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Tail Whip | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Fissure | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Horn Drill | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

====={{game|Yellow}}=====
Giovanni has one [[Guard Spec.]] per Pokémon, using it randomly 25% of the time.
{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = Spr Y Giovanni.png
| prize = {{Pdollar}}5445
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = Y
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0051
| pokemon = Dugtrio
| level = 50
| type1 = Ground
| move1 = Dig | move1type = Ground
| move2 = Sand-Attack | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Fissure | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0053
| pokemon = Persian
| level = 53
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Screech | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Double Team | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Fury Swipes | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Slash | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| level = 53
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake | move1type = Ground
| move2 = Tail Whip | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Thunder | move3type = Electric
| move4 = Double Kick | move4type = Fighting
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| level = 55
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake | move1type = Ground
| move2 = Leer | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Thunder | move3type = Electric
| move4 = Double Kick | move4type = Fighting
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| level = 55
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Rock Slide | move1type = Rock
| move2 = Fury Attack | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Horn Drill | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Party/end}}

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
Blue has two [[Full Restore]]s.
{{Party
| background = {{blue color}}
| border = {{green color dark}}
| headcolor = {{blue color light}}
| sprite = Spr GS Blue.png
| prize = {{Pdollar}}5800
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Blue (game)|Blue}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = GSC
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0018
| pokemon = Pidgeot
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Quick Attack | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Whirlwind | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Wing Attack | move3type = Flying
| move4 = Mirror Move | move4type = Flying
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0065
| pokemon = Alakazam
| gender = male
| level = 54
| type1 = Psychic
| move1 = Disable | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Recover | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Psychic | move3type = Psychic
| move4 = Reflect | move4type = Psychic
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Fury Attack | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Sandstorm | move2type = Rock
| move3 = Rock Slide | move3type = Rock
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0130
| pokemon = Gyarados
| gender = male
| level = 58
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Twister | move1type = Dragon
| move2 = Hydro Pump | move2type = Water
| move3 = Rain Dance | move3type = Water
| move4 = Hyper Beam | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0103
| pokemon = Exeggutor
| gender = male
| level = 58
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Sunny Day | move1type = Fire
| move2 = Leech Seed | move2type = Grass
| move3 = Egg Bomb | move3type = Normal
| move4 = SolarBeam | move4type = Grass
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0059
| pokemon = Arcanine
| gender = male
| level = 58
| type1 = Fire
| move1 = Roar | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Swift | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Flamethrower | move3type = Fire
| move4 = ExtremeSpeed | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
{{trainerheader|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Tamer.png|Tamer|Cole|1560|2|024|Arbok|♂|39|None|128|Tauros|♂|39|None|36=アキラ|37=Akira}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Black Belt.png|Black Belt|Kiyo|1032|1|067|Machoke|♂|43|Black Belt|36=タクマ|37=Takuma}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|Samuel|1404|5|028|Sandslash|♂|37|None|028|Sandslash|♂|37|None|111|Rhyhorn|♂|38|None|033|Nidorino|♂|39|None|034|Nidoking|♂|39|None|36=タクヤ|37=Takuya}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|Yuji|1368|5|028|Sandslash|♂|38|None|075|Graveler|♂|38|None|095|Onix|♂|38|None|075|Graveler|♂|38|None|105|Marowak|♂|38|None|36=カズシ|37=Kazushi}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Black Belt.png|Black Belt|Atsushi|960|2|066|Machop|♂|40|Black Belt|067|Machoke|♂|40|Black Belt|36=テツヒサ|37=Tetsuhisa}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Tamer.png|Tamer|Jason|1720|1|111|Rhyhorn|♂|43|None|36=ヒロ|37=Hiro}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Cooltrainer M.png|Cooltrainer|Warren|1404|5|105|Marowak|♂|37|None|105|Marowak|♂|37|None|111|Rhyhorn|♂|38|None|030|Nidorina|♀|39|None|031|Nidoqueen|♀|39|None|36=レイジ|37=Reiji}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{trainerentry|Spr FRLG Black Belt.png|Black Belt|Takashi|912|3|067|Machoke|♂|38|Black Belt|066|Machop|♂|38|Black Belt|067|Machoke|♂|38|Black Belt|36=シロウ|37=Shirō}}
{{trainerfooter|Ground|FRLG|inside}}

Giovanni has two [[Hyper Potion]]s and a [[Full Heal]].
{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = Spr FRLG Giovanni.png
| prize = {{Pdollar}}5000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = FRLG
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 3
| ndex = 0111
| pokemon = Rhyhorn
| gender = male
| level = 45
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| ability = Lightningrod
| move1 = Take Down | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Rock Blast | move2type = Rock
| move3 = Scary Face | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 3
| ndex = 0051
| pokemon = Dugtrio
| gender = male
| level = 42
| type1 = Ground
| ability = Sand Veil
| move1 = Slash | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Sand Tomb | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Mud-Slap | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 3
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| gender = female
| level = 44
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| ability = Poison Point
| move1 = Double Kick | move1type = Fighting
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Poison Sting | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Body Slam | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 3
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| gender = male
| level = 45
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| ability = Poison Point
| move1 = Double Kick | move1type = Fighting
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Poison Sting | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Thrash | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 3
| ndex = 0111
| pokemon = Rhyhorn
| gender = male
| level = 50
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| ability = Lightningrod
| move1 = Take Down | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Rock Blast | move2type = Rock
| move3 = Scary Face | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Party/end}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
{{trainerheader|blue}}
{{trainerentry|Spr HGSS Ace Trainer M.png|Ace Trainer|Arabella|3120|2|234|Stantler|♂|53|None|128|Tauros|♂|52|None|36=ヤスタカ|37=Yasutaka}}
{{trainerdiv|blue}}
{{trainerentry|Spr HGSS Ace Trainer F.png|Ace Trainer|Salma|3180|2|199|Slowking|♀|50|Oran Berry|463|Lickilicky|♀|53|None|36=アキエ|37=Akie}}
{{trainerdiv|blue}}
{{trainerentry|Spr HGSS Ace Trainer M.png|Ace Trainer|Bonita|3120|2|327|Spinda|♂|50|None|185|Sudowoodo|♂|52|None|36=ヨシノリ|37=Yoshinori}}
{{trainerdiv|blue}}
{{trainerentry|Spr HGSS Double Team.png|Double Team|Elan & Ida|12000|2|233|Porygon2||52|None|184|Azumarill|♂|50|None|36=テンとサヨ|37=Ten and Sayo}}
{{trainerfooter|blue|2|inside}}

{{Party
| background = {{blue color}}
| border = {{green color dark}}
| headcolor = {{blue color light}}
| sprite = Spr HGSS Blue.png
| prize = {{Pdollar}}9600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Blue (game)|Blue}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = HGSS
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0103
| pokemon = Exeggutor
| gender = male
| level = 55
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Psychic
| ability = Chlorophyll
| move1 = Psychic | move1type = Psychic | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Hypnosis | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Leaf Storm | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Trick Room | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| gender = male
| level = 58
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| ability = Rock Head
| move1 = Earthquake | move1type = Ground | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Stone Edge | move2type = Rock | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Megahorn | move3type = Bug | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Thunder Fang | move4type = Electric | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0068
| pokemon = Machamp
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Fighting
| ability = No Guard
| move1 = ThunderPunch | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = DynamicPunch | move2type = Fighting | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stone Edge | move3type = Rock | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0130
| pokemon = Gyarados
| gender = male
| level = 52
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = Waterfall | move1type = Water | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Ice Fang | move2type = Ice | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Dragon Dance | move3type = Dragon | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Return | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0059
| pokemon = Arcanine
| gender = male
| level = 58
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Intimidate
| move1 = ExtremeSpeed | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Flare Blitz | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Dragon Pulse | move3type = Dragon | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Roar | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0018
| pokemon = Pidgeot
| gender = male
| level = 60
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Tangled Feet
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Whirlwind | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Mirror Move | move2type = Flying | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Return | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash | move4type = Flying | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

===={{LGPE}}====
{{Trainerheader|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSAce Trainer M PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Ace Trainer|Samuel|4,800|1|034|Nidoking|♂|48|None|36=タクヤ|37=Takuya}}
{{Trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSTamer PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Tamer|Cole|2,820|2|033|Nidorino|♂|47|None|111|Rhyhorn|♂|47|None|36=アキラ|37=Akira}}
{{Trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSAce Trainer F PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Ace Trainer|Kelly|4,800|1|031|Nidoqueen|♀|48|None|36=レイカ|37=Reika}}
{{Trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSAce Trainer M PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Ace Trainer|Yuji|4,800|2|051|Dugtrio|♂|47|None|111|Rhyhorn|♂|48|None|36=カズシ|37=Kazushi}}
{{Trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSTamer PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Tamer|Jason|2,820|1|028|Sandslash|♀|47|None|36=ヒロ|37=Hiro}}
{{Trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|VSBlack Belt PE.png{{!}}90px|game=PE|Black Belt|Takashi|1,316|1|075|Graveler|♂|47|None|36=シロウ|37=Shirō}}
{{Trainerfooter|Ground|PE}}

{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = VSGiovanni PE.png
| size = 80x80px
| prize = {{PDollar}}8,000
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = PE
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0051
| pokemon = Dugtrio
| gender = male
| level = 49
| type1 = Ground
| move1 = Slash | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Sucker Punch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| gender = female
| level = 49
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Super Fang | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch | move3type = Dark | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| gender = male
| level = 49
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Megahorn | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Poison Jab | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Horn Drill | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| gender = male
| level = 50
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Earthquake | move1type = Ground | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide | move2type = Rock | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Megahorn | move3type = Bug | move3cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party
| background = {{blue color}}
| border = {{green color dark}}
| headcolor = {{blue color light}}
| sprite = VSBlue PE.png
| size = 90px
| prize = {{PDollar}}19,040
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Blue (game)|Blue}}
| location = Viridian Gym
| game = PE
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0128
| pokemon = Tauros
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Double-Edge | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide | move2type = Rock | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Iron Tail | move4type = Steel | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0065
| pokemon = Alakazam
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Psychic
| move1 = Dazzling Gleam | move1type = Fairy | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Reflect | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Foul Play | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0130
| pokemon = Gyarados
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Waterfall | move1type = Water | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Crunch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Outrage | move4type = Dragon | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0103
| pokemon = Exeggutor
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Power Whip | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Stomp | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Psychic | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = male
| level = 66
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Rock Slide | move1type = Rock | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Iron Tail | move3type = Steel | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Crunch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = PE
| ndex = 0006
| pokemon = Charizard
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 68
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| megastone = Charizardite Y
| move1 = Fire Blast | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Dragon Pulse | move2type = Dragon | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Beam | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Air Slash | move4type = Flying | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

==In the side series games==
===Pokémon Stadium series===
A field based on the Gym appears in [[Pokémon Stadium]]'s [[Gym Leader Castle]] and {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}'s Kanto Gym Leader Castle.

====Trainers====
=====[[Pokémon Stadium]]=====
======Round 1======
{{Trainerheader|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|SJP Rocket.png|Rocket|game=stad||none|6|042|Golbat||50-100|None|020|Raticate||50-100|None|053|Persian||50-100|None|146|Moltres||50-100|None|085|Dodrio||50-100|None|047|Parasect||50-100|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|S2 Scientist.png|Lab Man|game=stad||none|6|141|Kabutops||50-100|None|082|Magneton||50-100|None|022|Fearow||50-100|None|107|Hitmonchan||50-100|None|062|Poliwrath||50-100|None|108|Lickitung||50-100|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|SJP Cool M.png|Cool♂|game=stad||none|6|139|Omastar||50-100|None|085|Dodrio||50-100|None|073|Tentacruel||50-100|None|036|Clefable||50-100|None|145|Zapdos||50-100|None|127|Pinsir||50-100|None}}
{{Trainerfooter|Ground|1|Inside}}

{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = Giovanni Stadium.png
| prize = none
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni|Giovani}}
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0053
| pokemon = Persian
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Thunderbolt | move3type = Electric
| move4 = BubbleBeam | move4type = Water
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0051
| pokemon = Dugtrio
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ground
| move1 = Sand-Attack | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Dig | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Rock Slide | move4type = Rock
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Double Kick | move1type = Fighting
| move2 = Strength | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Surf | move3type = Water
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Horn Drill | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Thunder | move2type = Electric
| move3 = Blizzard | move3type = Ice
| move4 = Toxic | move4type = Poison
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Fury Attack | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Body Slam | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Fissure | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0128
| pokemon = Tauros
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Thunder | move1type = Electric
| move2 = Fire Blast | move2type = Fire
| move3 = Blizzard | move3type = Ice
| move4 = Stomp | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

======Round 2======
{{Trainerheader|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|SJP Rocket.png|Rocket|game=stad||none|6|042|Golbat||50-100|None|020|Raticate||50-100|None|053|Persian||50-100|None|115|Kangaskhan||50-100|None|085|Dodrio||50-100|None|047|Parasect||50-100|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|S2 Scientist.png|Lab Man|game=stad||none|6|141|Kabutops||50-100|None|082|Magneton||50-100|None|022|Fearow||50-100|None|107|Hitmonchan||50-100|None|062|Poliwrath||50-100|None|108|Lickitung||50-100|None}}
{{trainerdiv|Ground}}
{{Trainerentry|SJP Cool M.png|Cool♂|game=stad||none|6|139|Omastar||50-100|None|085|Dodrio||50-100|None|073|Tentacruel||50-100|None|036|Clefable||50-100|None|145|Zapdos||50-100|None|127|Pinsir||50-100|None}}
{{Trainerfooter|Ground|1|Inside}}

{{Party
| background = {{ground color}}
| border = {{ground color dark}}
| headcolor = {{ground color light}}
| sprite = Giovanni Stadium.png
| prize = none
| name = {{color2|000|Giovanni|Giovani}}
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0053
| pokemon = Persian
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Screech | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Thunderbolt | move3type = Electric
| move4 = BubbleBeam | move4type = Water
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0128
| pokemon = Tauros
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| move1 = Thunder | move1type = Electric
| move2 = Fire Blast | move2type = Fire
| move3 = Blizzard | move3type = Ice
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Double Kick | move1type = Fighting
| move2 = Body Slam | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Thunderbolt | move3type = Electric
| move4 = Blizzard | move4type = Ice
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0034
| pokemon = Nidoking
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Thrash | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Thunder | move2type = Electric
| move3 = Surf | move3type = Water
| move4 = Earthquake | move4type = Ground
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0094
| pokemon = Gengar
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ghost
| type2 = Poison
| move1 = Hypnosis | move1type = Psychic
| move2 = Dream Eater | move2type = Psychic
| move3 = Night Shade | move3type = Ghost
| move4 = Explosion | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 1
| ndex = 0146
| pokemon = Moltres
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Fire Spin | move1type = Fire
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Fly | move3type = Flying
| move4 = Double-Edge | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

====={{g|Stadium 2}}=====
======Round 1======
{{Party
| background = {{blue color}}
| border = {{green color dark}}
| headcolor = {{blue color light}}
| sprite = S2 Gym Leader Blue.png
| prize = none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Blue (game)|Blue}}
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| locationname = Kanto Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0018
| pokemon = Pidgeot
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| held = PRZCureBerry
| move1 = Whirlwind | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Steel Wing | move2type = Steel
| move3 = Wing Attack | move3type = Flying
| move4 = Mirror Move | move4type = Flying
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0065
| pokemon = Alakazam
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Psychic
| held = MiracleBerry
| move1 = Psychic | move1type = Psychic
| move2 = Reflect | move2type = Psychic
| move3 = Recover | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Fire Punch | move4type = Fire
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0112
| pokemon = Rhydon
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Rock
| held = Focus Band
| move1 = Rollout | move1type = Rock
| move2 = Earthquake | move2type = Ground
| move3 = Iron Tail | move3type = Steel
| move4 = DynamicPunch | move4type = Fighting
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0130
| pokemon = Gyarados
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Flying
| held = Scope Lens
| move1 = Surf | move1type = Water
| move2 = Flail | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Bite | move3type = Dark
| move4 = DragonBreath | move4type = Dragon
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0103
| pokemon = Exeggutor
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Psychic
| held = Quick Claw
| move1 = Giga Drain | move1type = Grass
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic
| move3 = Sludge Bomb | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Nightmare | move4type = Ghost
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0059
| pokemon = Arcanine
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Fire
| held = King's Rock
| move1 = Flamethrower | move1type = Fire
| move2 = Bite | move2type = Dark
| move3 = Dig | move3type = Ground
| move4 = ExtremeSpeed | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

======Round 2======
{{Party
| background = {{blue color}}
| border = {{green color dark}}
| headcolor = {{blue color light}}
| sprite = S2 Gym Leader Blue.png
| prize = none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
| name = {{color2|000|Blue (game)|Blue}}
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| locationname = Kanto Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0123
| pokemon = Scyther
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Flying
| held = BrightPowder
| move1 = Agility | move1type = Psychic
| move2 = Baton Pass | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Wing Attack | move3type = Flying
| move4 = Swords Dance | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0241
| pokemon = Miltank
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| held = MiracleBerry
| move1 = Body Slam | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Reversal | move2type = Fighting
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Shadow Ball | move4type = Ghost
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0094
| pokemon = Gengar
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ghost
| type2 = Poison
| held = King's Rock
| move1 = Psychic | move1type = Psychic
| move2 = Ice Punch | move2type = Ice
| move3 = Fire Punch | move3type = Fire
| move4 = ThunderPunch | move4type = Electric
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0229
| pokemon = Houndoom
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Dark
| type2 = Fire
| held = Focus Band
| move1 = Flamethrower | move1type = Fire
| move2 = Crunch | move2type = Dark
| move3 = Iron Tail | move3type = Steel
| move4 = Reversal | move4type = Fighting
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0221
| pokemon = Piloswine
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ice
| type2 = Ground
| held = Quick Claw
| move1 = Roar | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Ice Beam | move2type = Ice
| move3 = Earthquake | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Rock Slide | move4type = Rock
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0230
| pokemon = Kingdra
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Dragon
| held = Scope Lens
| move1 = Surf | move1type = Water
| move2 = DragonBreath | move2type = Dragon
| move3 = Ice Beam | move3type = Ice
| move4 = Flail | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

==In the spin-off games==
[[File:Pokémon GO Safety Screen 16.png|thumb|150px|The Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon GO]]]]
===Pokémon GO===
The Viridian Gym, as it appears in the {{pkmn|animated series}}, made a cameo in a {{g|GO}} loading screen from October 2 to December 16, 2019, which featured {{GO|Giovanni}} observing the player battling the {{tc|Team GO Rocket Leader}}s and their {{GO|Shadow Pokémon}}.
{{-}}

==In animation==
[[File:Viridian Gym AG132.png|thumb|250px|Viridian Gym in {{aniseries|RS}}]]
[[File:Viridian Gym Battlefield AG132.png|thumb|left|250px|Viridian Gym's battlefield in {{aniseries|RS}}]]
===''Pokémon the Series''===
The Viridian Gym was originally led by {{an|Giovanni}}, as it was in [[Generation I]]. The Gym featured {{wp|ancient Roman architecture}}, stately pillars, and an old mural. A predominant brownish color scheme was used to represent the Gym's affiliation with the {{t|Ground}} type. Owing to this, there were also guards resembling ancient Roman soldiers posted outside. During its second appearance, the Gym sported a new, lighter color scheme.

===={{aniseries|OS}}====
The Viridian Gym debuted in ''[[EP063|The Battle of the Badge]]''. Before {{Ash}} could challenge the Gym, however, {{Gary}} appeared, taunting him with his ten Badges and insisting on challenging the Viridian Gym for fun. Gary faced Giovanni, though his confidence quickly eroded after Giovanni brought out {{OBP|Mewtwo|M01}}, who defeated each of Gary's Pokémon with ease, even when Giovanni allowed him to use more than one Pokémon at a time.

Ash challenged the Gym soon after. However, unbeknownst to him, Giovanni had unmentioned business to attend to, and thus he left the Gym in the care of [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}}, giving them several Pokémon to use against any possible challengers. At first, Ash had a hard time beating them, as the trio had rigged the Trainer platforms to shock anyone whose Pokémon took [[damage]]. Eventually, Ash overcame the borrowed Pokémon's power and defeated all of them, causing {{TRT}} to completely ignore the Gym rules and send out their {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}} and {{TP|James|Weezing}}. Despite this, even the two additional Pokémon were quickly taken down. When {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} started playing with Meowth's remote control, it inadvertently caused the Trainer platforms to explode and send Team Rocket blasting off again. They dropped an {{badge|Earth}} in their wake, allowing Ash to get his eighth Badge. Ash, {{an|Misty}}, {{an|Brock}}, Gary, and [[Gary's cheerleaders]] then ran out of the Gym, which proceeded to collapse into ruins due to the explosion.

====[[Pokémon movie]]s====
The Gym briefly reappeared in ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'' and its remake ''[[M22|Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution]]'', depicting several instances of Giovanni using Mewtwo to defeat his challengers, including Gary in the aforementioned battle.

===={{aniseries|RS}}====
The rebuilt Viridian Gym appeared when Ash returned to [[Kanto]] from [[Hoenn]] in ''[[AG132|The Scheme Team]]'', where it was revealed that [[Agatha]] of the [[Elite Four]] was serving as the temporary Gym Leader until the official new Leader would arrive. Ash challenged her to an {{wp|exhibition game|exhibition match}}, but lost. This was also the place where Ash first met [[Scott]], who told him about the {{gdis|Battle Frontier|III}}.

Giovanni abdicating his position as Gym Leader is similar to the case in the Generation I games; however, in the {{pkmn|animated series}}, he is still in charge of [[Team Rocket]], while he also disbands the team in the games.
{{-}}

====Gallery====
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|- style="background:#{{ground color}}; color:#fff"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Original design
! Original battlefield
! Battlefield with Trainer platforms raised
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | ''{{color2|fff|M22|Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution}}''
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Viridian Gym anime.png|x200px]]
| [[File:Viridian Gym Battlefield.png|x200px]]
| [[File:Viridian Gym battlefield platforms.png|x200px]]
| [[File:Viridian Gym M22.png|x200px]]
|}

====Pokémon used in the Gym====
=====Used by Giovanni=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Mewtwo (M01)
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Mewtwo
|type1=Psychic
|img=Giovanni and Mewtwo.png
|cap=Giovanni's Mewtwo in Mewtwo Strikes Back
|img2=Armored Mewtwo M22.png
|cap2=Giovanni's Mewtwo in Mewtwo Strikes Back—Evolution
|epnum=EP063
|epname=The Battle of the Badge
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Masachika Ichimura
|vaen=List of English voice actors{{!}}Philip Bartlett
|vaennote=[[M01]]
|vaen2=Dan Green
|vaen2note=[[M22]]
|desc=Giovanni held control of this {{p|Mewtwo}} created by [[Team Rocket scientist|his scientists]] for some time, until it learned that Giovanni had meant its purpose to be fighting for him, and escaped.

While controlling Mewtwo, Giovanni used its overwhelming {{t|Psychic}} powers to capture new Pokémon for Team Rocket and in his Gym battles, where it defeated all of his challengers effortlessly. When Mewtwo discovered Giovanni's real intentions for it, it broke out of its bonds and escaped.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Golem
|type1=Rock
|type2=Ground
|img=Giovanni Golem.png
|epnum=EP063
|epname=The Battle of the Badge
|vajp=
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{p|Golem}} was the first Pokémon that Giovanni used in his Gym battle with {{Gary}}, sending it against Gary's {{p|Nidoking}}. The Megaton Pokémon was easily defeated. It was later seen in its cage while Giovanni went to see Mewtwo.

Golem's only known move is {{m|Tackle}}.}}

=====Used by Giovanni and the Team Rocket trio=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Kingler
|type1=Water
|img=Giovanni Kingler.png
|epnum=EP063
|epname=The Battle of the Badge
|vajp=Rikako Aikawa
|vaen=Rikako Aikawa
|desc=Giovanni used his {{p|Kingler}} in his Gym battle with Gary, sending it to battle against Gary's Nidoking. Gary, however, quickly withdraws his Pokémon and calls out {{TP|Gary|Arcanine}}. Despite having a type advantage, Kingler proved to be no match for the Legendary Pokémon, and was finally taken out by {{p|Arcanine}}'s {{m|Fire Blast}}.

Kingler was also later loaned to [[Jessie]] for Ash's Gym battle. She used it to battle against {{AP|Bulbasaur}}, but lost, although not before dealing heavy damage to Bulbasaur with its Bubble attack, and by consequence, Ash experienced its pain.

Kingler was seen again in a flashback to Ash's Viridian Gym battle in ''[[EP073|Bad To The Bone]]''.

The known moves of the Kingler Jessie used are {{m|Crabhammer}}, {{m|Harden}}, and {{m|Bubble}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Machamp
|type1=Fighting
|img=Giovanni Machamp.png
|epnum=EP063
|epname=The Battle of the Badge
|vajp=
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc=Giovanni loaned his {{p|Machamp}} to Jessie for her Gym battle against Ash. It battled against [[Ash's Squirtle]], but lost, although not before dealing heavy damage to Squirtle with its Karate Chop attack, and by consequence, Ash experienced its pain.

Machamp's only known move is {{m|Karate Chop}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Rhydon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Giovanni Rhydon.png
|epnum=EP063
|epname=The Battle of the Badge
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc=Giovanni loaned his {{p|Rhydon}} to Jessie for Ash's Gym battle. It was defeated by [[Ash's Pidgeotto]]'s {{m|Double-Edge}}.

Rhydon was seen again in a flashback to Ash's Viridian Gym battle in ''[[EP073|Bad To The Bone]]''.

None of Rhydon's moves are known.}}

=====Used by Jessie and James=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Jessie
|pkmn=Arbok
|type1=Poison
|img=Arbok Weezing Viridian Gym.png
|epnum=EP002
|epname=Pokémon Emergency!
|vajp=Kōichi Sakaguchi
|vaen=Kōichi Sakaguchi
|desc={{p|Arbok}} was used when Jessie and James were the temporary Gym Leaders.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=James
|pkmn=Weezing
|type1=Poison
|img=Arbok Weezing Viridian Gym.png
|epnum=EP002
|epname=Pokémon Emergency!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{p|Weezing}} was used when Jessie and James were the temporary Gym Leaders.}}

=====Used by Agatha=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Agatha
|pkmn=Gengar
|main=yes
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|img=Agatha Gengar.png
|epnum=AG132
|epname=The Scheme Team
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Ted Lewis{{!}}Ed Paul
|desc={{p|Gengar}} is Agatha's main Pokémon which she used in battle against [[Ash's Pikachu]].}}

===Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Viridian Gym PO.png|thumb|left|250px|Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon Origins]]]]
[[File:Viridian Gym battlefield PO.png|thumb|250px|Viridian Gym battlefield in Pokémon Origins]]
The Viridian Gym was featured in ''[[PO03|File 3: Giovanni]]''. Once {{OBP|Red|Origins}} arrived in Viridian City in order to challenge the Gym, he encountered {{OBP|Blue|Origins}}, who was revealed to have defeated the newly returned Gym Leader just the day before.

Once Red entered the Gym, he right away noticed the different atmosphere it had compared to the other Gyms he had previously visited. The reason for this was revealed soon enough, as Red then found out that the Gym Leader was none other than the Team Rocket Boss, Giovanni. Red refused to believe that a man who treated Pokémon as tools for business, like Giovanni, could be the strongest Gym Leader of all. Giovanni, however, ignored this, simply stating that he didn't need his acceptance to make it true. As he asked whether Red wanted to battle him or not, Red replied that he ''was'' challenging him, but not as a Gym Leader, but as the enemy of all Pokémon. Seeing Red's arrogant attitude, Giovanni put away his usual Gym Leader [[party|team]] and took out two [[Ultra Ball]]s, containing his strongest Pokémon. The first one was Rhyhorn, which, surprisingly, was able to defeat four of Red's Pokémon, despite two of them ({{p|Victreebel}} and {{p|Kabutops}}) having a tremendous [[Type#Type effectiveness|type advantage]] over it.

Eventually, Red's {{p|Hitmonlee}} was able to tie with the Spikes Pokémon, leaving both Trainers with one Pokémon remaining. Knowing that Red was going to use his {{TP|Red|Charizard}}, Giovanni revealed his other Pokémon being Rhydon, and said that Red made a mistake by saving Charizard as his last Pokémon. Red, however, told that he had intended it to be so right from the start, wanting to give the whole match a meaning by winning it with his Charizard. At first, Giovanni intended to crush Red's pride along with his Charizard, but when he sent out his [[first partner Pokémon]], Giovanni realized that the pose that he had taken and the way he threw his [[Poké Ball]] reminded him of his childhood, when he had also battled just for fun and excitement. After a climactic clash between Charizard and Rhydon, which ended with Charizard defeating the Drill Pokémon with {{m|Seismic Toss}}, Giovanni was ready to give the Earth Badge as a sign of his defeat, but Red refused to take a Badge from the Boss of Team Rocket. With his childhood passion for battling revitalized, Giovanni told his {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|minions}} that Team Rocket was now disbanded, before turning back to Red and presenting the Earth Badge to him as the Viridian Gym Leader instead of as the Boss of Team Rocket.

Once Red left the Gym and headed for the [[Indigo Plateau|Pokémon League]], Giovanni decided that it was time for him to find a new path for himself and {{cat|Giovanni's Pokémon|his Pokémon}}, indicating that, much like in the games, he was going to leave the Gym and train on his own.

====Pokémon used in the Gym====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Rhyhorn
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Giovanni Rhyhorn PO.png
|epnum=PO03
|epname=File 3: Giovanni
|desc={{p|Rhyhorn}} was the first Pokémon Giovanni used in his Gym battle against {{OBP|Red|Origins}}. It was able to defeat Red's {{p|Victreebel}}, {{p|Kabutops}}, {{p|Snorlax}}, and {{p|Jolteon}}, despite the former two having the type advantage. It finally drew with Red's {{p|Hitmonlee}}.

Rhyhorn's moves are {{m|Horn Attack}}, {{m|Take Down}}, {{m|Thunderbolt}}, and {{m|Horn Drill}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Rhydon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Giovanni Rhydon PO.png
|epnum=PO03
|epname=File 3: Giovanni
|desc={{p|Rhydon}} was the second Pokémon Giovanni used in his Gym battle against {{OBP|Red|Origins}}. It went up against [[Red's Charizard]] and lost after a tough fight, taken down by Charizard's {{m|Seismic Toss}}.

Rhydon's known moves are {{m|Mega Punch}}, {{m|Fury Attack}}, and {{m|Horn Drill}}.}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Viridian Gym PG.png|thumb|left|250px|Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
[[File:Viridian Gym battlefield PG.png|thumb|250px|Viridian Gym battlefield in Pokémon Generations]]
The Viridian Gym made an appearance in ''[[PG02|The Chase]]''. While searching for Giovanni, the [[International Police]] managed to track his location down to the Viridian Gym. A squadron of International Police {{wp|SWAT}} officers led by [[Looker]] subsequently raided the Gym in order to catch Giovanni, but came to find out that the Gym was empty, although signs of a recent battle were visible on the battlefield.

During a follow-up investigation, the International Police was surprised to discover that Giovanni was the Viridian Gym Leader, and that he had vanished after losing to {{ga|Blue|two}} {{ga|Red|Trainers}}.
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===Pokémon Evolutions===
[[File:Blue Evolutions.png|thumb|250px|Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
The Viridian Gym made a brief appearance in ''[[PE08|The Discovery]]'', where {{ga|Blue}} was shown as its Leader, preparing to take on a challenger.
{{-}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Viridian Gym battlefield Adventures.png|thumb|left|160px|Viridian Gym battlefield in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Viridian Gym Adventures 2.png|thumb|200px|Viridian Gym in Pokémon Adventures]]
[[File:Viridian Gym Adventures 1.png|thumb|200px|Viridian Gym while abandoned in the {{MangaArc|Red, Green & Blue}}]]
===={{MangaArc|Red, Green & Blue}}====
The Viridian Gym first appeared in ''[[PS002|Bulbasaur, Come Home!]]'', where {{adv|Red}} and {{adv|Professor Oak}} entered it while following a [[Saur|Bulbasaur]] escaped from [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]]. At the Gym, they were attacked by a wild {{p|Machoke}}, but Red managed to defeat it with Bulbasaur's {{m|Solar Beam}}. Afterwards, Professor Oak let Red keep Bulbasaur.

The Viridian Gym made a brief appearance in ''[[PS023|Make Way For Magmar!]]'', where citizens of Viridian City were asking questions about the missing Gym Leader.

Red revisited the Gym from ''[[PS036|Drat That Dratini!]]'' to ''[[PS038|Long Live the Nidoqueen?!]]'' after hearing rumors about the missing "invincible" Gym Leader. At the Gym, he met {{adv|Giovanni}}, learning that not only was he the Viridian City Gym Leader, but also the leader of [[Team Rocket]]. Giovanni then challenged Red to a battle, making a bet with him that should Red lose, he'd come to serve him as his right-hand man. During the battle, Giovanni's {{p|Nidoking}}'s {{m|Earthquake}} caused the Gym to collapse into ruins. Eventually Red emerged victorious with his [[Pika]] defeating Giovanni's {{p|Nidoqueen}} and knocking the Gym Leader himself unconscious as well.

===={{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
In ''[[PS115|Forretress of Solitude]]'', Red participated in [[Pokémon Association]]'s Gym Leader test for the new Viridian Gym Leader at the reconstructed Viridian Gym. Although he passed the test with flying colors, Red had to turn down the offer, as he had not yet completely recovered from the frostbite he had received after being frozen by [[Lorelei]] in the {{MangaArc|Yellow}}. As such, {{adv|Blue}} was appointed as the new Viridian Gym Leader instead in ''[[PS116|Rock, Paper...Scizor]]'', after he impressed the Pokémon Association by stopping and {{pkmn2|Caught|capturing}} a group of [[wild Pokémon]] that had been rampaging due to {{DL|Radio|Pokémon March}} being played on the Association's car radio.

===={{MangaArc|FireRed & LeafGreen}}====
In ''[[PS287|Secrets from Sneasel]]'', {{adv|Yellow}} went to the Viridian Gym, looking for Blue, but only found his hologram, set there in case for a challenger coming while he was not present. An automated system then brought out Blue's Pokémon, which, even without their Trainer giving them commands, easily defeated Yellow's [[Chuchu]] in a battle. Soon {{adv|Silver}} arrived at the site as well, looking for his roots.

====Pokémon used in the Gym====
=====Used by Giovanni=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Cloyster
|gender=male
|type1=Water
|type2=Ice
|img=Giovanni Cloyster Adventures.png
|epnum=PS023
|epname=Make Way for Magmar!
|desc=Giovanni's {{p|Cloyster}} was called out to take care of two {{p|Magmar}} that were causing trouble after {{adv|Red}} did not finish them off. He froze them solid before brutally shattering them to take out. Later, he was seen again during the Gym battle against Red and used the same freezing strategy on [[Poli]] to defeat him when Red lost his cool and attacked the Rocket Boss vigorously.

None of Cloyster's moves are known and his Ability is {{a|Shell Armor}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Nidoqueen
|gender=female
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ground
|img=Giovanni Nidoqueen Adventures.png
|epnum=PS037
|epname=Golly, Golem!
|desc={{p|Nidoqueen}} first appeared in the Viridian Gym battle against Red. She was able to heavily damage Red's [[Snor]] by {{m|counter}}ing his attack and hurling him straight for the wall with little effort. However, at the climax of the battle, she was KO'd by Pika's {{m|Thunderbolt}}{{tt|*|Impossible in the games}} and lost the battle.

Nidoqueen's known moves are {{m|Counter}}, {{m|Poison Sting}}, and {{m|Scratch}}, and her Ability is {{a|Poison Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Golem
|gender=male
|type1=Rock
|type2=Ground
|img=Giovanni Golem Adventures.png
|epnum=PS037
|epname=Golly, Golem!
|desc=Giovanni switched out Nidoqueen for his {{p|Golem}}. Golem was a very fast Pokémon as he was able to easily outmatch Red. He was crumbled by Snor's {{m|Headbutt}} before knocking himself out with Explosion.

Golem's known moves are {{m|Tackle}}, {{m|Rock Throw}}, and {{m|Explosion}}, and his Ability is {{a|Sturdy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|gender=male
|pkmn=Beedrill
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Giovanni Beedrill Adventures.png
|epnum=PS037
|epname=Golly, Golem!
|main=Giovanni's Beedrill
|desc={{p|Beedrill}} is one of Giovanni's main Pokémon. He caught him when he was a {{p|Weedle}} at Viridian Forest while he was a young Pokémon Trainer. Since then, Giovanni has used Beedrill as a reliable partner in many situations as a boss of Team Rocket. He notes that while he prefers to use Pokémon of his specialty type, his origins have given him a profound significance in his heart.

Beedrill debuted during Giovanni's battle with {{adv|Red}}, where he ended up being knocked out by [[Aero]]'s {{m|Hyper Beam}}. He later appeared when Giovanni came to help {{adv|Yellow}} in the battle against [[Lance]] at the [[Cerise Island]], where Giovanni used him to burst the giant bubble which Lance had been using to protect himself and his Pokémon.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Nidoking
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Ground
|img=Giovanni Nidoking Adventures.png
|epnum=PS038
|epname=Long Live the Nidoqueen?!
|desc={{p|Nidoking}} was one of the Pokémon used in the Viridian Gym battle but did not officially participate. Later, he was used to destroy the Gym with an Earthquake. Many years afterwards, Giovanni observed a site where Deoxys rampaged and left a gang of bikers in ruins. When one of them begged Giovanni to save his life, he promptly swatted him away, and then used Nidoking's Rock Tomb to incapacitate him and his {{p|Magmar}}.

Nidoking's known moves are {{m|Earthquake}}, {{m|Fire Punch}}, and {{m|Rock Tomb}}, and his Ability is {{a|Poison Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|gender=male
|pkmn=Rhyhorn
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Giovanni Rhyhorn Adventures.png
|epnum=PS038
|epname=Long Live the Nidoqueen?!
|desc={{p|Rhyhorn}} was one of the Pokémon used in the Gym battle against Red. He was very powerful as he was able to knock out Red's Aero in a single hit. During the Yellow arc, Giovanni used him to battle Lance in Cerise Island but got knocked out by {{p|Dragonair}}'s {{m|Hyper Beam}}.

Rhyhorn's known moves are {{m|Tail Whip}}, {{m|Horn Attack}}, and {{m|Stomp}}, and his Ability is {{a|Rock Head}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|gender=male
|pkmn=Rhydon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Giovanni Rhydon Adventures.png
|epnum=PS038
|epname=Long Live the Nidoqueen?!
|desc={{p|Rhydon}} was seen in the Gym battle with Giovanni's other Pokémon. However, as he was only seen trying to trap {{adv|Red}} into a fissure, little is known about him.

Rhydon's only known move is {{m|Fissure}}, and his Ability is {{a|Lightning Rod}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Giovanni
|pkmn=Dugtrio
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|img=Giovanni Dugtrio Adventures.png
|epnum=PS038
|epname=Long Live the Nidoqueen?!
|desc=Giovanni's {{p|Dugtrio}} was only used to stop Red's Saur and Gyara from coming out of their Poké Balls by destroying their opening mechanisms.

Dugtrio's only known move is {{m|Dig}} and his Ability is {{a|Sand Veil}}.}}

=====Used by Blue=====
{{TrainerPoké
|gender=male
|trainer=Blue
|pkmn=Pidgeot
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Blue Pidgeot Adventures.png
|epnum=PS018
|epname=A Tale of Ninetales
|desc={{p|Pidgeot}} is one of Blue's original main team members. He was used to send letters to Professor Oak when they cut off communication after Blue's battle with Agatha. He was later replaced by Rhydon. He has a Hardy nature. As of ''[[PS180|The Last Battle XIV]]'', Pidgeot is at level 76.

Pidgeot's known moves are {{m|Wing Attack}} and {{m|Feather Dance}}, and his Ability is {{a|Keen Eye}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=male
|trainer=Blue
|pkmn=Ninetales
|type1=Fire
|img=Blue Ninetales Adventures.png
|epnum=PS018
|epname=A Tale of Ninetales
|desc=Blue and Red caught this {{p|Ninetales}} together, but Blue succeeded in claiming him. He has also used Ninetales later against Red in the Pokémon League and against [[Agatha's Gengar]] at [[Cerise Island]]. He has a Modest nature. As of ''[[PS180|The Last Battle XIV]]'', Ninetales is at level 68.

Ninetales's known moves are {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Fire Blast}}, and {{m|Fire Spin}}, and his Ability is {{a|Flash Fire}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|gender=male
|trainer=Blue
|pkmn=Exeggutor, Alakazam, and Arcanine
|gender male
|type1=Blue
|img=Blue gym team.png
|epnum=PS116
|epname=Rock, Paper...Scizor
|desc=Blue caught these Pokémon when they were rampaging due to the radio in ''[[PS116|Rock, Paper...Scizor]]''. As of ''[[PS180|The Last Battle XIV]]'', {{p|Exeggutor}} is at level 67 and has a Relaxed nature, {{p|Arcanine}} is at level 71 and his [[Characteristic]] is "a little quick tempered", and {{p|Alakazam}} is at level 64 and has a Lax nature.

Alakazam's only known move is {{m|Role Play}} and his Ability is {{a|Inner Focus}}. 
None of Exeggutor's moves are known, and his Ability is {{a|Chlorophyll}}. 
None of Arcanine's moves are known and his Ability is {{a|Intimidate}}.}}

[[File:Viridian Gym PM.png|thumb|200px|left|Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]]]
[[File:Viridian Gym Zensho.png|thumb|200px|Viridian Gym in [[Pokémon Zensho]]]]
===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
The Viridian Gym appeared in ''[[PM031|Get The Last Badge!!]]'', where {{PPM|Red}} battled {{PPM|Giovanni}} for his final Kanto Gym Badge, eventually emerging victorious.

===Pokémon Zensho===
[[File:Viridian Gym JBA.png|thumb|200px|Viridian Gym in [[Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure]]]]
The Viridian Gym appeared in [[PZ09]], where Satoshi entered the Gym and was surprised to find out that Giovanni was the Gym Leader. First Satoshi used his {{p|Lapras}} against Giovanni's {{p|Rhydon}}, but its {{m|Hydro Pump}} wasn't enough, so Satoshi switched out for his {{Zensho|Satoshi's Charizard|Charizard}}, who was able to beat Rhydon, ending the battle. Giovanni then revealed that he had once been trapped in a landslide and his {{p|Nidoking}} had seemingly abandoned him, making him a bitter person. [[Mr. Fuji]], however, appeared and brought Giovanni his Nidoking's horn as a proof that his Pokémon had left to seek help, but died of his own injuries. Giovanni proceeded to reward Satoshi with an {{badge|Earth}} and promised to stay out of his way from now on.

===Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure===
The Viridian Gym appeared in ''[[JBA6|The True Road to Becoming the Strongest!!]]'', where [[Jō]] was seen defeating Blue with his {{TP|Jō|Feraligatr}} and earning his last Kanto Badge. Afterwards, Blue told Jō about {{ga|Red|a strong Trainer}} who had traveled through Kanto three years earlier.
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
The following is a list of cards mentioning or featuring Viridian City Gym in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Pokémon in Viridian Gym|Fighting|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unbroken Bonds|Diglett|85}}|type=Fighting|expanded=Yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Common|ennum=85/214|jpset=Double Blaze|jprarity=C|jpnum=043/095}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unbroken Bonds|Rhydon|94}}|type=Fighting|expanded=Yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=94/214|jpset=Double Blaze|jprarity=C|jpnum=049/095}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Fighting}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Viridian City Gym|123}}|type=Trainer|type2=Stadium|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=123/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unified Minds|Blue's Tactics|188}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Unified Minds|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=188/236|jpset=Miracle Twin|jprarity=U|jpnum=087/094}}
{{cardlist/footer|Fighting}}

==Trivia==
* Although the [[Gym guide]] in [[Generation I|Generations I]] and {{gen|III}} seems to be unaware of the Gym Leader's identity until the player defeats Giovanni, in Generation I, the statues near the Gym's entrance still list Giovanni as the Leader of the Gym. This oversight was removed in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, where the Gym Leader's name is only visible on the statues once Giovanni has been defeated.
* The Viridian Gym is the only official [[Gym]] with non-hidden [[item]]s that can be picked up from the floor.
** Under Blue's leadership, it is also the only official Gym to not focus on any particular type.
* In the {{pkmn|animated series}}, [[Agatha]]'s temporary position as Leader of the Viridian Gym, replacing {{an|Giovanni}}, may be a [[List of cross-canon references|reference]] to the games, in which Giovanni quit [[Team Rocket]] and his status as Gym Leader after being defeated by {{ga|Red}}.
* In [[Generation II]], the design of the walls is possibly a [[List of references to popular culture in Pokémon|reference]] to Nintendo's discontinued N&B Blocks, which are also featured in {{wp|Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins}}.
* In Generation II, it is possible to challenge Blue before beating any other Kanto Gym Leader by talking to him on [[Cinnabar Island]]. In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, Blue can only be challenged when the player has seven Badges from Kanto.
* The two leaders of the Viridian Gym are coincidentally also the two Trainers that the player must defeat multiple times in {{2v2|Red|Blue}}.
* In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, the exterior coloring of each Gym is based on the colors most associated with the [[type]] that the Gym specializes in. Viridian Gym, however, is both green and blue, possibly referring to its Gym Leader's name.
* Blue's [[level]] 60 {{p|Pidgeot}} in HeartGold and SoulSilver is the highest-level Pokémon fought at any Gym outside of [[rematch]]es.
* In [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], the player can find a bottle message at [[Ula'ula Beach]], which they can deliver to {{tc|Rising Star}} Kainoa at [[Malie City]]'s Outer Cape. He will tell the player that the message is from a friend of his named Arabella, who works as a Gym Trainer in Kanto. This is a [[List of cross-generational references|reference]] to {{tc|Ace Trainer}} Arabella, who can be battled at the Viridian Gym in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
* The Viridian Gym was the first Gym to change its Leader mid-game.
* In the Round 2 battle of {{g|Stadium 2}}, each of Blue's Pokémon is the signature Pokémon of a Trainer battled at the end of a stage at the Johto [[Gym Leader Castle]]: {{p|Scyther}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Bugsy]], {{p|Miltank}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Whitney]], {{p|Gengar}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Morty]], {{p|Houndoom}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Archer]], {{p|Piloswine}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Pryce]], and {{p|Kingdra}} is the signature Pokémon of [[Clair]].
* In {{LGPE}}, next to [[Giovanni]], there is a bowl containing four [[Oran Berry|Oran Berries]], despite them not being obtainable in these games.
* Conceptual art for {{game|Red and Green|s}} suggests that the Viridian Gym was going to be the first Gym to be fought, and that a different character would have acted as its Gym Leader.<ref>https://twitter.com/SUPER_32X/status/611129653110026241</ref>

==References==
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Janine

2026-06-02T02:47:17Z

Gengarzilla: /* {{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}} */

{{CharInfobox
|color={{poison color}}
|corecolor={{poison color light}}
|bordercolor={{poison color dark}}
|name=Janine
|jname=アンズ
|tmname=Anzu
|text=fff
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=The Poisonous Ninja Master
|image=HeartGold SoulSilver Janine.png
|size=200px
|caption=Artwork from ''{{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}'' Illustrated by [[Ken Sugimori]]<ref>[[a:File:JanineUnbrokenBonds176.jpg|Janine (Unbroken Bonds 176)]]</ref>
|colors=yes
|hair=Purple{{tt|*|Games}}, brown{{tt|*|Adventures}}
|eyes=Black{{tt|*|Generation II}}, purple{{tt|*|Generation IV+}}
|gender=Female
|hometown=[[Fuchsia City]]
|region=[[Kanto]]
|relatives=[[Koga]] (father)
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/4|HGSS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}}
|games={{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold, Silver|s}}, {{v2|Crystal}}, {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed, LeafGreen|s}}, {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|HeartGold, SoulSilver|s}}, [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2, White 2]] {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Fuchsia Gym
|badge=Badge#Soul Badge{{!}}Soul Badge
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Poison}} types
|pv=yes
|pvnum=GOTCHA!
|pvname=GOTCHA!
|gameanim=yes
|envagame=Unknown ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Riho Sugiyama<ref name="Riho Sugiyama">[https://twitter.com/sugiyama_riho/status/1167096511999741953 Riho Sugiyama on Twitter] (Japanese)</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}

'''Janine''' (Japanese: '''アンズ''' ''Anzu'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Fuchsia City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Fuchsia Gym]]. She became a Gym Leader after her father, [[Koga]], was promoted to the [[Elite Four]] in [[Generation II]]. She [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Poison}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. She gives the {{Badge|Soul}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat her in {{pkmn|battle}}.

==In the core series games==
Janine's first appearance was in {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}. Following [[Koga]]'s promotion to the [[Elite Four]], she succeeded him as the [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Fuchsia Gym]]. Like her father, she is known as "The Poisonous Ninja Master", and uses {{type|Poison}} Pokémon in battle. She appears in the same capacity in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.

Originally, Janine's goal was to use {{type|Poison}} Pokémon just as well as her father. After becoming a Gym Leader, Janine hopes that by applying herself, she'll improve her skills and become better than both her father and (following her loss) the {{player|protagonist}}.

When encountered in her Gym, Janine hides behind the invisible walls that were installed prior to [[Generation I]]/{{Gen|III}}. To further confuse her challengers, the junior Trainers of the Gym are disguised like Janine. Once they have been defeated, the Leader will battle with a team of Poison-type Pokémon. Once defeated, she will yield the {{Badge|Soul}} and a Poison-type [[TM]]: {{TM|06|Toxic}} in Generation II; {{TM|84|Poison Jab}} in Generation IV.

Like the other Gym Leaders of [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]], Janine will leave her Gym from time to time in HeartGold and SoulSilver. Every evening between 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM, she can be found at the [[Pokémon League Reception Gate]] near {{ka|Victory Road}}, on her way to visit her father and deliver his lunch (from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, she will say she is done delivering the lunch and offer to take a [[photography|photograph]] with the {{player}}). She will give the player her phone number, after which she can be called on Monday afternoons to arrange a rematch at [[Saffron City]]'s [[Fighting Dojo]]. On Mondays, she can be found in the [[Celadon Department Store]], arguing with [[Falkner]] over which of their fathers is the superior Trainer.

Before the events that led to her employment as the Gym Leader, Janine can be seen outside the Fuchsia Zoo in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}. She can be found there after the player enters the [[Hall of Fame]], telling them that Koga is teaching her how to use Poison Pokémon, in a [[List of cross-generational references|reference]] to the previously released Generation II games. In the [[Fame Checker]], her name is mistranslated as "Charine".

In {{B2W2}}, Janine appears alongside the other Gym Leaders of Kanto as an opponent in the [[Kanto Leaders Tournament]] at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]]. She also participates alongside the Gym Leaders of Kanto, Johto, [[Hoenn]], [[Sinnoh]], and [[Unova]] in the [[World Leaders Tournament]], and other Poison-type experts in the Poison [[Type Expert Tournament]].

===Pokémon===
===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
Janine has a [[Dire Hit]].
{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = Spr GS Janine.png
| prize = {{pdollar}}3900
| class = Leader
| classlink = Gym Leader
| name = Janine
| location = Fuchsia Gym
| game = GSC
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = male
| level = 36
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Wing Attack | move1type = Flying
| move2 = Confuse Ray | move2type = Ghost
| move3 = Supersonic | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Screech | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = male
| level = 36
| type1 = Poison
| move1 = Sludge Bomb | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Smog | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Toxic | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Explosion | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = male
| level = 36
| type1 = Poison
| move1 = Sludge Bomb | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Smog | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Toxic | move3type = Poison
| move4 = Explosion | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = male
| level = 33
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| move1 = String Shot | move1type = Bug
| move2 = Night Shade | move2type = Ghost
| move3 = Giga Drain | move3type = Grass
| move4 = Scary Face | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0049
| pokemon = Venomoth
| gender = male
| level = 39
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic
| move3 = Double Team | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Supersonic | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}
===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====Gym battle=====
Janine has three [[Full Restore]]s.{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = Spr HGSS Janine.png
| prize = {{pdollar}}6000
| class = Leader
| classlink = Gym Leader
| name = Janine
| location = Fuchsia Gym
| game = HGSS
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = female
| level = 47
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Inner Focus
| move1 = Confuse Ray | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Screech | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Wing Attack | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Supersonic | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = female
| level = 44
| type1 = Poison
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Sludge Bomb | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Explosion | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Double Hit | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = female
| level = 47
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Insomnia
| move1 = Swagger | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Night Shade | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Poison Jab | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Pin Missile | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = female
| level = 47
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Insomnia
| move1 = Psychic | move1type = Psychic | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Poison Jab | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Scary Face | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Pin Missile | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0049
| pokemon = Venomoth
| gender = female
| level = 50
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Tinted Lens
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Double Team | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Sludge Bomb | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Signal Beam | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}
=====[[Rematch]]=====
Janine has three [[Full Restore]]s.{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = Spr HGSS Janine.png
| prize = {{pdollar}}6600
| class = Leader
| classlink = Gym Leader
| name = Janine
| location = Fighting Dojo
| game = HGSS
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = female
| level = 52
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Inner Focus
| move1 = Heat Wave | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Cross Poison | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Confuse Ray | move3type = Ghost | move3cat = Status
| move4 = U-turn | move4type = Bug | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = female
| level = 56
| type1 = Poison
| ability = Levitate
| move1 = Thunderbolt | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sludge Bomb | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Toxic | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Explosion | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0454
| pokemon = Toxicroak
| gender = female
| level = 52
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Fighting
| ability = Dry Skin
| move1 = Cross Chop | move1type = Fighting | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Poison Jab | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Attract | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Substitute | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = female
| level = 58
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Insomnia
| move1 = Bounce | move1type = Flying | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Swagger | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Night Shade | move4type = Ghost | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0049
| pokemon = Venomoth
| gender = female
| level = 59
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Tinted Lens
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Psychic | move1type = Psychic | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Bug Buzz | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Sleep Powder | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Double Team | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 4
| ndex = 0452
| pokemon = Drapion
| gender = female
| level = 55
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Dark
| ability = Sniper
| move1 = Confuse Ray | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Swords Dance | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Cross Poison | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Crunch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}

===={{B2W2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Janine uses three of these Pokémon in [[Pokémon battle|Single Battles]], four in [[Double Battle|Double]] and [[Rotation Battle]]s, and all six in [[Triple Battle]]s. Janine will always lead with her signature Pokémon, {{p|Venomoth}}.

======[[Kanto Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = Spr B2W2 Janine.png
| prize = 1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
| class = {{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
| classlink = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Janine
| location = Pokémon World Tournament
| game = B2W2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0049
| pokemon = Venomoth
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Shield Dust
| ability2 = Tinted Lens
| held = Petaya Berry
| move1 = Quiver Dance | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Bug Buzz | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Giga Drain | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Sludge Bomb | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| ability = Levitate
| held = Fire Gem
| move1 = Fire Blast | move1type = Fire | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Shadow Ball | move2type = Ghost | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Pain Split | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Sludge Bomb | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0073
| pokemon = Tentacruel
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Clear Body
| ability2 = Liquid Ooze
| held = Apicot Berry
| move1 = Scald | move1type = Water | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Toxic Spikes | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Giga Drain | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Barrier | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Swarm
| ability2 = Insomnia
| held = Payapa Berry
| move1 = Poison Jab | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Struggle Bug | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Electroweb | move3type = Electric | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Sucker Punch | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0024
| pokemon = Arbok
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| ability = Intimidate
| ability2 = Shed Skin
| held = Shuca Berry
| move1 = Gunk Shot | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Sucker Punch | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Coil | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Dragon Tail | move4type = Dragon | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Inner Focus
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Super Fang | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Heat Wave | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Tailwind | move4type = Flying | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = Spr B2W2 Janine.png
| prize = 1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
| class = {{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
| classlink = Pokémon Trainer
| name = Janine
| location = Pokémon World Tournament
| game = B2W2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0049
| pokemon = Venomoth
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Shield Dust
| ability2 = Tinted Lens
| held = Wide Lens
| move1 = Quiver Dance | move1type = Bug | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Bug Buzz | move2type = Bug | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Sleep Powder | move3type = Grass | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Psychic | move4type = Psychic | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| ability = Levitate
| held = Rocky Helmet
| move1 = Thunderbolt | move1type = Electric | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Flamethrower | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Will-O-Wisp | move3type = Fire | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Sludge Bomb | move4type = Poison | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0073
| pokemon = Tentacruel
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Clear Body
| ability2 = Liquid Ooze
| held = Chesto Berry
| move1 = Scald | move1type = Water | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sludge Bomb | move2type = Poison | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Rest | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Ice Beam | move4type = Ice | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0407
| pokemon = Roserade
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Natural Cure
| ability2 = Poison Point
| held = Leftovers
| move1 = Leaf Storm | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Sleep Powder | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Substitute | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Leech Seed | move4type = Grass | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0031
| pokemon = Nidoqueen
| gender = female
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Ground
| ability = Poison Point
| ability2 = Rivalry
| held = Life Orb
| move1 = Sludge Wave | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Ice Beam | move2type = Ice | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Earth Power | move3type = Ground | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Thunderbolt | move4type = Electric | move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = both
| level = 50
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Inner Focus
| held = Black Sludge
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison | move1cat = Status
| move2 = Brave Bird | move2type = Flying | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Hypnosis | move3type = Psychic | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Protect | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}

==In the side series games==
===[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]===
Janine appears in [[Pokémon Stadium 2]]'s Kanto [[Gym Leader Castle]]. This is the only time in which her active team contains Pokémon not of the Poison-type. Despite this, all her Pokémon in Round 1 know {{m|Toxic}}, a {{type|Poison}} move and the [[TM]] she gives in the Generation II games. Her strategy revolves around inflicting as many [[status condition]]s on the opponent as possible to keep them immobilized as {{status|poison}} gradually saps away their [[HP]].

During the game's [[Game credits|end credits]], Janine is seen having a battle with her father [[Koga]] at the [[Fuchsia Gym]].

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = S2 Gym Leader Janine.png
| prize = none
| class = Gym Leader
| name = Janine
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| locationname = Kanto Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| held = King's Rock
| move1 = Mean Look | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Bite | move3type = Dark
| move4 = Confuse Ray | move4type = Ghost
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0168
| pokemon = Ariados
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Poison
| held = Quick Claw
| move1 = Swagger | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Dig | move3type = Ground
| move4 = Spider Web | move4type = Bug
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0110
| pokemon = Weezing
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| held = Focus Band
| move1 = Attract | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Swagger | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Rollout | move4type = Rock
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0234
| pokemon = Stantler
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| held = Scope Lens
| move1 = Attract | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Headbutt | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Confuse Ray | move4type = Ghost
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0207
| pokemon = Gligar
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Ground
| type2 = Flying
| held = PRZCureBerry
| move1 = Attract | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Swagger | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Slash | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0073
| pokemon = Tentacruel
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Water
| type2 = Poison
| held = MiracleBerry
| move1 = Attract | move1type = Normal
| move2 = Toxic | move2type = Poison
| move3 = Supersonic | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Surf | move4type = Water
}}
{{Party/end}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party
| background = {{poison color}}
| border = {{poison color dark}}
| headcolor = {{poison color light}}
| sprite = S2 Gym Leader Janine.png
| prize = none
| class = Gym Leader
| name = Janine
| location = Gym Leader Castle
| locationname = Kanto Gym Leader Castle
| game = Stadium2
| pokemon = 6
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0169
| pokemon = Crobat
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| type2 = Flying
| held = King's Rock
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Bite | move2type = Dark
| move3 = Mean Look | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Confuse Ray | move4type = Ghost
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0154
| pokemon = Meganium
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Grass
| held = Quick Claw
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Attract | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Leech Seed | move3type = Grass
| move4 = Razor Leaf | move4type = Grass
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0089
| pokemon = Muk
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Poison
| held = Focus Band
| move1 = Toxic | move1type = Poison
| move2 = Swagger | move2type = Normal
| move3 = Mean Look | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Fire Punch | move4type = Fire
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0134
| pokemon = Vaporeon
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Water
| held = BrightPowder
| move1 = Surf | move1type = Water
| move2 = Ice Beam | move2type = Ice
| move3 = Baton Pass | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Double Team | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0205
| pokemon = Forretress
| gender = female
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| held = Scope Lens
| move1 = Spikes | move1type = Ground
| move2 = Sandstorm | move2type = Rock
| move3 = Double-Edge | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Swagger | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 2
| ndex = 0203
| pokemon = Girafarig
| gender = male
| level = 50-100
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Psychic
| held = MiracleBerry
| move1 = Crunch | move1type = Dark
| move2 = Psychic | move2type = Psychic
| move3 = Double Team | move3type = Normal
| move4 = Baton Pass | move4type = Normal
}}
{{Party/end}}

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Janine (Masters)}}
Janine forms [[sync pair]]s with {{p|Ariados}} and {{p|Crobat}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Janine became a playable sync pair since the game's release.

{{PairDex/h|Poison}}
{{PairDex|015|Janine|trainerlink=Janine (Masters)#Ariados|trainerimg=Janine|0168|Ariados|gender=female|Poison|Fire|Tech|3EX|Sync Pair Scout}}
{{PairDex|015|Janine|trainerlink=Janine (Masters)#Crobat|trainerimg=Janine|0169|Crobat|gender=female|Poison|Electric|Support|4EX|Battle Points}}
|}

===[[Pokémon Pokopia]]===
Janine is mentioned alongside her father in the [[Human Records|Human Record]] "The Legendary Ninja Family", which can be found in the remains of a house in [[Withered Wasteland]].

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Crystal Janine.png|x250px]]
|- style="color:#fff;"
| {{color2|fff|VS (TCG)|VS}} artwork from {{color2|fff|Generation II}}
|}

===Sprites===
====In the [[core series]]====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS SW99 Janine.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS Janine.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Janine.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSJanine.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Janine.png]]
|- style="color:#fff;"
| Prototype sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld '99 demo|Spaceworld '99 demo}}
| Sprite from {{color2|fff|Generation II}}
| Sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Janine II OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Janine III OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Janine IV OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Janine OD.png]]
|- style="color:#fff;"
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|fff|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|fff|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
|}

====In other games====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:190px"| [[File:S2 Gym Leader Janine.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Janine alt.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Janine alt2.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{poison color dark}}; background:#{{poison color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:S2 Gym Leader Janine Credits.png]]
|- style="color:#fff;"
| Portraits from {{color2|fff|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
| Portrait from the credits in {{color2|fff|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Janine/Quotes}}

==In animation==
===GOTCHA!===
Janine briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Janine Adventures.png|thumb|250px|Janine in Pokémon Adventures]]
===={{MangaArc|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}====
Janine debuted in ''[[PS136|Crossing Crobat]]''. She was first seen on a mission where she helped test the {{ci|Goldenrod}} Museum's security by pretending to steal a [[Big Pearl]]. After completing the mission, Janine left to ponder what she was doing with her life. Her father, [[Koga]], had served under {{adv|Giovanni}} as both a ninja and a member of [[Team Rocket]]. Koga had intended on having Janine join Team Rocket as well when the proper time came, but he eventually disappeared after Team Rocket's defeat, leaving Janine alone without anyone to guide her.

Shortly after, Janine was attacked by {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Suicune}}, the [[Legendary Pokémon]] that had been attacking various other Gym Leaders around [[Johto]]. Hoping that if she managed to capture it, her father would hear about it and return, Janine faced Suicune in battle. Though she proved to be a powerful opponent with her variety of ninja techniques, Janine was eventually defeated by Suicune. As Suicune began to leave, Janine realized the reason it was challenging the Gym Leaders was to find a proper Trainer who could command in battle. Finding herself to be in a similar situation of not having a master, Janine told Suicune she wished to challenge it again in the future before both went their separate ways.

In ''[[PS154|Yikes, It's Yanma!]]'', Janine participated in an exhibition tournament between the [[Kanto]] and Johto Gym Leaders. During the tournament, she was paired up against [[Falkner]]. In ''[[PS156|Notorious Noctowl]]'', Janine and Falkner began their battle against each other. While both participants used a variety of skills against each other, Janine chose to forfeit the battle in order to pursue what she thought she was her father in the crowd.

In ''[[PS165|Lugia and Ho-Oh on the Loose, Part 1]]'', Janine joined the Kanto and Johto Gym Leaders in helping fend off the [[Masked Man]]'s army of mind-controlled {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s from attacking the [[Indigo Plateau]]. As they fought, Janine and the Gym Leaders were led onto the [[Magnet Train]], which the Grunts had used to infiltrate the area. After they got on, the Magnet Train sped away from the area as part of the Masked Man's plot to prevent the Gym Leaders from interfering with his plans. In ''[[PS175|The Last Battle IX]]'', the Magnet Train was stopped by {{adv|Red}}, preventing it from crashing.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Ariados
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|gender=male
|img=Janine Ariados Adventures.png
|epnum=PS136
|epname=Crossing Crobat
|desc={{p|Ariados}} is Janine's first known Pokémon. He was first seen being used to help Janine break into the {{ci|Goldenrod}} Museum. Later, he was used to battle against [[Falkner]] during the Gym Leader exhibition tournament. Using its powerful thread, it managed to bind Falkner's {{p|Noctowl}}, forcing him to switch for his {{p|Skarmory}}. By using its abdomen, Ariados can produce a thread used for defensive techniques, such as {{m|Spider Web}}, while the thread shot from its mouth is sharp enough to pierce even metal with enough time.

Ariados's known moves are {{m|Spider Web}} and {{m|String Shot}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}} and his Ability is {{a|Insomnia}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Weezing
|type1=Poison
|img=Janine Weezing Adventures.png
|epnum=PS136
|epname=Crossing Crobat
|desc={{p|Weezing}} is Janine's second known Pokémon. It was first used to break into the {{ci|Goldenrod}} Museum. By using its gas, Weezing created a smokescreen that exposed the security beams, allowing Janine to easily navigate past them.

None of Weezing's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Forretress
|type1=Bug
|type2=Steel
|img=Janine Forretress Adventures.png
|epnum=PS136
|epname=Crossing Crobat
|desc={{p|Forretress}} is Janine's third known Pokémon. It was first used to attack a group of security guards at the {{ci|Goldenrod}} Museum. By using {{m|Spikes}} as caltrops, the guards were unable to pursue Janine after she obtained the [[Big Pearl]].

Forretress's only known move is {{m|Spikes}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Crobat
|gender=male
|type1=Poison
|type2=Flying
|img=Janine Crobat Adventures.png
|epnum=PS136
|epname=Crossing Crobat
|desc={{p|Crobat}} is Janine's fourth known Pokémon. It was first used to battle against {{p|Suicune}}. With its speed and {{m|Double Team}}, Crobat and Janine made it hard for Suicune to track them. Eventually, Suicune won after using the moonlight to expose Crobat and Janine's shadows, allowing to figure out which copy was real.

Crobat's known moves are {{m|Leech Life}}, {{m|Double Team}}, and {{m|Wing Attack}} and his Ability is {{a|Inner Focus}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Grimer
|type1=Poison
|img=Janine Grimer Adventures.png
|epnum=PS156
|epname=Notorious Noctowl
|desc={{p|Grimer}} is Janine's fifth known Pokémon. It was first used to battle [[Falkner]] in the Gym Leader exhibition tournament. Using its {{m|Minimize}}, Grimer shrunk down so that Falkner's {{p|Noctowl}} couldn't track it, allowing to attack unnoticed. The strategy was eventually thwarted after Noctowl used {{m|Foresight}} to find Grimer, forcing Janine to switch it with Ariados.

Grimer's known moves are {{m|Minimize}} and {{m|Sludge Bomb}}.}}

===Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure===
[[File:Kanto Gym Leaders JBA.png|thumb|200px|Janine in Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure]]
Janine appeared as a silhouette in [[JBA5]] alongside her {{p|Ariados}} and the other Kanto Gym Leaders.

====Pokémon====
This is a listing of Janine's known Pokémon in the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure manga:

{{anchor|Ariados 2}}{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Janine
|pkmn=Ariados
|width=74
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|epnum=JBA5
|desc={{p|Ariados}} is Janine's only known Pokémon. It only appeared as a silhouette.}}
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Janine or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Janine's Pokémon|Grass|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Beedrill|61}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=061/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Arbok|62}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=062/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Venomoth|63}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=063/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Weezing|64}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=064/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Ariados|65}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=065/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Crobat|66}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=066/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's Shuckle|67}}|type=Grass|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=067/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Venomoth-GX (Unbroken Bonds 12)|Venomoth]]{{GX}}|type=Grass|expanded=yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Ultra-Rare Rare|ennum=12/214|jpset=Night Unison|jprarity=RR|jpnum=002/055|enset2=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=193/214|jpset2=Night Unison|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=056/055|enset3=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity3=Rare Secret|ennum3=216/214|jpset3=Night Unison|jprarity3=HR|jpnum3=064/055}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unbroken Bonds|Tentacool|40}}|type=Water|expanded=yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Common|ennum=40/214|jpset=Night Unison|jprarity=C|jpnum=007/055}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unbroken Bonds|Gligar|98}}|type=Fighting|expanded=yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Common|ennum=98/214|jpset=Night Unison|jprarity=C|jpnum=023/055}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Darkness Ablaze|Ariados|103}}|type=Darkness|expanded=yes|enset=Brilliant Stars|enrarity=TGH|ennum=TG09/TG30|jpset=VMAX Climax|jprarity=CHR|jpnum=205/184}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Grass}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's TM 01|119}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=119/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Janine's TM 02|120}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=120/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unbroken Bonds|Janine|176}}|type=Supporter|expanded=yes|enset=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=176/214|jpset=Night Unison|jprarity=U|jpnum=049/055|enset2=Unbroken Bonds|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=210/214|jpset2=Night Unison|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=062/055|jpset3=SM-P Promotional cards|jpnum3=341/SM-P|jpset4=Remix Bout|jprarity4=U|jpnum4=055/064}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Shrouded Fable|Janine's Secret Art|59}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Shrouded Fable|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=059/064|enset2=Shrouded Fable|enrarity2=Ultra Rare|ennum2=088/064|jpset=Night Wanderer|jprarity=U|jpnum=060/064|jpset2=Night Wanderer|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=084/064}}
{{cardlist/footer|Grass}}

==Trivia==
* In {{5v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, Janine's Pokémon are the lowest leveled of all the [[Kanto]] [[Gym Leader]]s. This may reflect her status as the newest Gym Leader.
* In HeartGold and SoulSilver, Janine can appear in two places at once. When she is called for a [[rematch]] on Monday during the day, she will be at the [[Fighting Dojo]] and in the [[Celadon Department Store]], talking to [[Falkner]].
* In the [[Generation II]] games, Janine's whole [[Party|team]] is the opposite [[gender]] to her, despite the 50-50 gender ratio. This was changed in HeartGold and SoulSilver, in which she has an all-female team rather than an all male team like before.
* In the English versions of the Generation II games, there is a grammatical error in the sentence where she gives the Soul Badge to the player. This was corrected in the remakes.
* Janine, along with [[Erika]], are the only Kanto Gym Leaders to give the player a TM upon their defeat in Gold, Silver, and Crystal.
* Janine is the only Gym Leader from a [[region]] where {{Ash}} has collected [[Badge]]s from who has not appeared in the {{pkmn|animated series}}, not counting {{ga|Blue}}, who has an [[Cross-canon counterpart|animated series counterpart]] in {{Gary}}.
** She is also the only Gym Leader to have debuted in a different [[generation]] than their Gym.
* Janine has an [[Game move errors|illegal]] {{p|Crobat}} in {{B2W2}}. The Crobat she uses in the [[Type Expert Tournament/Poison|Type Expert]] and [[World Leaders Tournament/Kanto|World Leaders Tournaments]] knows {{m|Hypnosis}} and {{m|Brave Bird}}, both of which it can learn by {{pkmn|breeding}}, but not simultaneously, as there is no Pokémon in the same [[Egg Group]] as Crobat that can learn both of these moves.
* Janine and Koga are the only two Gym Leaders to have the same slogan in different generations.
* While Janine doesn't appear and is never mentioned by name in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], Koga does mention his daughter in his pre-battle [[Koga/Quotes|dialogue]] from the second rematch onward.

==Names==
In the English-language version of {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, Janine is mistakenly listed as '''Charine''' in one of Koga's [[Fame Checker]] entries.

In the Japanese, French, German, and Spanish versions of FireRed and LeafGreen, she is correctly referred to using Janine's name in each language. However, in the Italian version, she is known as "Carine", based on English "Charine", instead of her Italian name "Nina".

{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{poison color}}; border:3px solid #{{poison color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{poison color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{poison color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{poison color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| アンズ ''Anzu''
| From 杏 ''anzu'' ({{wp|apricot}}), matching with her father キョウ ''Kyou'' ([[Koga]]) being the {{wp|on'yomi}} reading of 杏 as ''kyō''
|-
| rowspan="3" | English
| Janine
| From ''ninja'' with the syllables reversed
|-
| Charine{{sup/3|FRLG}}
|
|-
| Anzu<ref group=n>[[Pokémon Adventures]] volume [[Pokémon Adventures volume 11|11]] ([[Chuang Yi]])</ref>
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| German
| Janina
| From ''Ninja''
|-
| European Spanish
| Sachiko
| From ''{{wp|Sachiko}}'', a common Japanese feminine name
|-
| French
| Jeannine
| From ''ninja''
|-
| rowspan=2 | Italian
| Nina
| From ''ninja''
|-
| Carine{{sup/3|FRLG}}
| Similar to ''Charine''
|-
| Korean
| 도희 ''Dohui''
| From 독 (毒) ''dok'' (poison), 도 (桃) ''do'' (peach), and 희 ''{{wp|Hee (Korean name)|hui}}'' (common element in Korean feminine names)
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 阿杏 ''Ā Xìng'' / ''A Hahng''
| rowspan="2" | From 杏 ''xìng / hahng'' (apricot) and the {{wp|Chinese honorifics#Familial honorifics|familial prefix}} 阿 ''ā / a''
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 阿杏 ''Ā Xìng''
|-
| Indonesian, Brazilian Portuguese
| Janine
| Same as her English name
|-
| Thai
| อันสุ ''Ansu''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Vietnamese
| Anzu
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

===Notes===
{{reflist|group=n}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==
* {{an|Aya}}

{{Gym Leaders of Kanto}}
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Brave Olivine

2026-06-02T01:29:53Z

Gengarzilla: /* {{aniseries|HZ}} */

{{AnimeLocationInfobox
|name=Brave Olivine
|image=Brave Olivine.png
|imagesize=300px
|characters=ブレイブアサギ号
|japanese=Brave Asagi
|region=Worldwide
|colorscheme=Paldea
|caption=The Brave Olivine
|epicode=HZ001
|episode=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
}}
The '''Brave Olivine''' (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号''' ''Brave Asagi'') is the base of operations of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], acting as both the group's airship and living quarters.

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:Brave Olivine ship.png|thumb|250px|The Olivine before being converted]]
Several years prior, the Brave Olivine was originally a fishing boat owned by [[Ludlow]] named the '''Olivine''' (Japanese: '''アサギ号''' ''Asagi''). When forming the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], [[Friede]] requested to be given ownership of the boat, which Ludlow accepted. Friede had [[Orla]] convert the Olivine into an airship and later renamed the vessel into the Brave Olivine. During their adventures, various Pokémon from different [[region]]s made the Brave Olivine their home, including a wild {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} and {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}}.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
The airship debuted in ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'' when it was seen flying over [[Indigo Academy]] in the distance. It was first seen from up close in ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'' when Friede took [[Liko]] and her Pokémon partner {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} to the airship to keep them safe from the [[Explorers]]. Once there, the airship headed towards a storm to avoid the Explorers, although the strategy failed and they managed to board the airship regardless. During a battle between Friede's [[Captain Pikachu|Pikachu]] and [[Amethio's Ceruledge]], Liko's Sprigatito was taken by the Explorers, as well as the group's flag having flown away due to the storm. In [[HZ003|the next episode]], the airship landed at a port town to allow them to locate the Explorers. While the majority of the group was away, [[Zirc]] managed to place a tracker on the ship. Once Sprigatito was rescued, the ship departed from the town. Elsewhere, a boy named [[Roy]] found the missing flag and kept it for himself.

[[File:Brave Olivine damaged.png|thumb|left|250px|The Brave Olivine damaged along [[East Province (Area Two)]]'s shores]]
In ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', the airship was shown to have suffered several ruptures, causing it to leak gas and lose altitude. As such, the group was forced to stop at [[Roy's hometown|an island]] off [[Kanto]]'s shore. Once there, Roy and Liko met after Fuecoco went missing, whom Roy found in the island. [[HZ005|That night]], Roy sneaked aboard the airship to try and find Fuecoco, but was caught by the group. Despite Roy's clandestine arrival, the group opted to remain on the island longer as the airship still hadn't been repaired. Later that day, the airship briefly took flight before the group was attacked by the Explorers once again. During the battle, Orla had the island's {{type|Bug}} [[wild Pokémon]] help repair the airship's balloon gasbag to allow it to regain flight. In ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'', Roy returned the flag to the group and hoisted it.

In ''[[HZ009|Welcome to Paldea!]]'', the airship was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers to the [[Paldea]] region until they decided to head for the [[Galar]] region in ''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]''.

[[File:Levincia docks.png|thumb|250px|The Brave Olivine docked in [[Levincia]]]]
In ''[[HZ013|An Unexpected Picnic!]]'', the airship took a rest stop and needed an inspection in order to fly safely. However, [[Spinel]]'s sabotage prevented their systems from rebooting while the Rising Volt Tacklers were having a [[picnic]]. Fortunately, they were able to figure out the problem and set off for the Galar region in ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', arriving there in ''[[HZ019|The Bittersweet Truth]]'' until they decided to return to Paldea in ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]''. The group welcomed two new Pokémon in ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'' and one in ''[[HZ038|The SOS is from Tandemaus?]]''.

In ''[[HZ031|Song Within the Mist]]'', Friede had the airship sail on the ocean while searching for [[Lucius's Lapras]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers eventually found Lapras, only to learn it was leading a gang of Pokémon pirates. Ludlow used his boat piloting skills to keep the pirates from fleeing, but was stopped when Lapras froze the airship in place with {{m|Ice Beam}}. The ice was later melted by [[Diana]]'s {{p|Arcanine}}.
[[File:Brave Olivine Emergency Button.png|left|250px|thumb|The Brave Olivine's emergency button]]
In ''[[HZ042|Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin]]'', the airship was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea. In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', [[Murdock]] piloted the airship to the {{DL|East Province (Area Two)|Levincia Lighthouse}}, where the Explorers were battling the [[Black Rayquaza]] so that [[Dot]] could disable the machine that was affecting Rayquaza. In a fit of rage, [[Coral]] commanded her {{p|Glalie}} to use {{m|Self-Destruct}} on Rayquaza, sending it reeling back into the Brave Olivine, severely damaging the airship. The airship made a successful emergency landing on water in [[HZ045|the next episode]], leaving every person and Pokémon aboard unharmed, though the ship itself was in no shape to fly more for the time being. In ''[[HZ049|Dot and Nidothing]]'', the ship was shown to be docked in [[Levincia]], being repaired by Orla. In ''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]'', Orla revealed to Friede that the repairs were halfway done and that she was considering giving the airship an upgrade of some kind.

In ''[[HZ068|Into a New Sky! The Brave Olivine!]]'', the Brave Olivine was shown to have been fully repaired and taken flight once more as it picked up the junior members of the Rising Volt Tacklers from [[Naranja Academy]] following the conclusion of their [[Tera Training]] course. During the presentation of the ship's new features, Friede showed off a new button only meant to be used in emergencies. Also, in the same episode, the Brave Olivine gets the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Kitakami]] until they decided to meet with their former teammate [[Wy-Yes]] in ''[[HZ075|The Wonders of the World!]]'', as they meet up with him at a [[HZ076|savanna]].

In ''[[HZ077|Ludlow's Homecoming!]]'', the Brave Olivine gets the Rising Volt Tacklers to the [[Johto]] region until they decided to return to Paldea in the [[HZ078|next episode]]. The Brave Olivine was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea in the [[HZ079|following episode]] until ''[[HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow]]'' when they follow the Black Rayquaza to [[Laqua]].

[[File:Brave Olivine Infinite Rising.png|thumb|250px|The Brave Olivine in its Infinite Rising mode]]
In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', the Black Rayquaza led the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Mount Pericarp]], where Laqua was located. As Laqua itself was at too high an elevation for the Brave Olivine to fly, Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede had to travel there on foot.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', when Laqua started collapsing due to Spinel's actions, the other Rising Volt Tacklers came to Liko and the others' rescue. Orla pressed the emergency button, transforming the Brave Olivine into the '''Brave Olivine: Infinite Rising''' (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号　インフィニットライジング''' ''Brave Asagi: Infinite Rising''). Liko and the others managed to board the ship, but the speed at which it was flying sent Friede, Charizard, and Captain Pikachu overboard. Friede held on long enough to get Captain Pikachu to safety, but his grip eventually loosened, causing him and Charizard to be sent flying away from the ship while the others could only watch in horror.

In ''[[HZ098|Reunion in Cortondo]]'', as the new Rising Volt Tacklers looked for their former teammates, they met with Murdock at Cortondo, where he revealed that after the events in Laqua, the ship was dismantled. However, in ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', it was revealed that the ship was left intact in a forest, with Orla still maintaining the ship from time to time. It was also revealed that the ship was being used as a den for the wild Pokémon that had originally lived there.

[[File:Brave Olivine Rising Again.png|thumb|left|250px|The Brave Olivine in its Rising Again mode]]
In ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', the Brave Olivine was cleaned up and repaired by Orla and the younger members. After Ludlow, Murdock, and Mollie returned, [[Ult]] joined the group, and finding out that Friede was still alive but in hiding from the Explorers, the Brave Olvine took flight once again.

In ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', the Brave Olivine was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea until they decided to go to the [[Unova]] region in ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', arriving there in ''[[HZ115|Welcome to Blueberry Academy!]]'' until they left in ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]''.

In ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'', the Brave Olivine was able to help the Rising Volt Tacklers get Friede back onto the ship safety after returning from space and his ship ran into trouble.

In [[HZ126]], after returning to Paldea, the Brave Olivine was kept hidden at a dockyard in Levincia to keep the general public from seeing it. Orla promised Liko and the others she would upgrade the Infinite Rising mode so that the airship could safely ascend Mount Pericarp once they returned to fully purify the Laquium Core. The upgraded mode, dubbed by Friede as (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号　ライジングアゲイン''' ''Brave Asagi: Rising Again''), was finished in [[HZ131]] as the Rising Volt Tacklers, with temporarily returning member Wy-Yes and their allies, {{an|Nemona}}, [[Penny]], [[Ann]], [[Perrin]], and [[Master Mayonnaise]], headed for the Galar region to pick up Diana and her {{p|Pecharunt}}.

After picking up Diana and dropping off Master Mayonnaise in [[HZ132|the following episode]], the airship took off once more and headed to Laqua, where it arrived in [[HZ133|the next episode]]. While Friede, Captain Pikachu, Dot, Liko, Roy, Ult, and their allies headed for the summit of Mount Pericarp to fight the Explorers, Ludlow, Orla, Murdock, Wy-Yes, Mollie, and Perrin stayed behind to protect [[Pericarp Town]] from the Laquium mist. They even took any infected Pokémon aboard the Brave Olivine to be treated by Mollie. In the [[HZ136|following episode]], the Brave Olivine was able to get to Laqua to pick up Friede, Captain Pikachu, Dot, Liko, Roy, Ult, and their allies, as they leave the paradise with their mission to destroy Laquium finished.
{{-}}

==Pokémon seen on the Brave Olivine==
===Belonging to crew===
====Older members====
====[[Friede]]====
{| width="100%"
|-

| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Pikachu|Roy Captain Pikachu.png|electric|nick=Captain Pikachu}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Flying}}

|
|}
====[[Orla]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Orla|Metagross|Orla Metagross.png|steel|psychic|fir=Metang|link=Orla#Metagross}}
| {{ActivePoké|Orla|Elekid|Orla Elekid.png|electric|link=Orla#Elekid}}
|}



====[[Murdock]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Murdock|Lycanroc|fir=Rockruff|Murdock Lycanroc.png|rock}}
| {{ActivePoké|Murdock|Alcremie|Murdock Alcremie.png|fairy}} ♀
|}

====[[Mollie]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Mollie|Chansey|Mollie Chansey.png|normal}} ♀
|{{ActivePoké|Mollie|Maushold|Mollie Maushold.png|normal|link=Mollie#Maushold}}
|}
===Younger members===
====[[Dot]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Quaquaval|Dot Quaquaval.png|water|fighting|fir=Quaxly|mid=Quaxwell}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Water}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Tinkaton|Dot Tinkaton.png|fairy|steel|fir=Tinkatink|mid=Tinkatuff}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Steel}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Gholdengo|Dot Gholdengo.png|Steel|Ghost|fir=Gimmighoul}}
|}

====[[Liko]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Meowscarada|Liko Meowscarada.png|grass|dark|fir=Sprigatito|mid=Floragato}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Grass}}
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Hatterene|Liko Hatterene.png|psychic|fairy|fir=Hatenna|mid=Hattrem}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Psychic}}
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Armarouge|Liko Armarouge.png|fire|psychic|fir=Charcadet}} {{TeraIcon|Fire}}

|}

====[[Roy]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Skeledirge|Roy Skeledirge.png|fire|ghost|fir=Fuecoco|mid=Crocolor}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Fire}}
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Kilowattrel|Roy Kilowattrel.png|electric|flying|fir=Wattrel}} {{TeraIcon|Electric}}
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Lucario|Roy Lucario.png|size=x140px|fighting|steel}} {{shinystar|SV}} {{MegaIcon}}
|}

====[[Ult]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ult|Sableye|Ult Sableye.png|dark|ghost}} {{MegaIcon}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ult|Dragonite|Ult Dragonite.png|dragon|flying}} {{MegaIcon}}
|}

===Wild Pokémon===
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Pawmi|RVT Pawmi.png|electric|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Pawmi}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Shuckle|RVT Shuckle.png|bug|rock|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Shuckle}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Snorunt|RVT Snorunt.png|ice|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Snorunt}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Noctowl|RVT Noctowl.png|normal|flying|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Noctowl}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Carkol|RVT Carkol.png|rock|fire|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Carkol}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Slugma|RVT Slugma.png|fire|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Slugma}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Muk|RVT Muk.png|poison|dark|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Muk}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Nosepass|RVT Nosepass.png|rock|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Nosepass}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Polteageist|RVT Polteageist.png|ghost|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Polteageist}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Sinistea|RVT Sinistea.png|ghost|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Sinistea}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Tatsugiri|RVT Tatsugiri.png|dragon|water|disp=Tatsugiri (×3)|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Tatsugiri}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Ditto|RVT Ditto.png|normal|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Ditto}}
|}

===Traveling with===
{| width="33%"

| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone (×7)|Dot Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|}

==Pokémon previously seen on the Brave Olivine==
===Members===
====[[Friede]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Charizard|Friede Charizard.png|fire|flying}} {{TeraIcon|Dark}} {{MegaIcon}}
| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Starmie|Friede Starmie.png|Water|Psychic|link=Friede#Instructor Starmie|nick=Instructor Starmie}} {{MegaIcon}}
|
|}

====[[Ludlow]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ludlow|Quagsire|Ludlow Quagsire.png|water|ground|link=Ludlow#Quagsire}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ludlow|Sharpedo|Ludlow Sharpedo.png|water|dark|link=Ludlow#Sharpedo}} ♂
|}

====[[Wy-Yes]]====
{| width="33%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Wy-Yes|Wynaut|Wy-Yes Wynaut.png|psychic|link=Wy-Yes#Wynaut}}
|}

====[[Liko]]====
{| width="33%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Liko|Terapagos|nick=Pagogo|Pagogo Normal Form.png|normal}} {{TeraIcon|Stellar}}
|}
===Allies===
====[[Diana]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Arcanine|Diana Arcanine.png|fire|link=Diana#Arcanine}}
| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Squawkabilly|Diana Squawkabilly.png|normal|flying|link=Diana#Arcanine}}

| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Pecharunt|Diana Pecharunt.png|poison|ghost|link=Diana#Pecharunt}} {{TeraIcon|Poison}}
|}

===[[Franka]]===
{| width="33%"
| {{ActivePoké|Franka|Lycanroc|Franka Lycanroc.png|rock|link=Franka#Lycanroc}}
|}

==Gallery==
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{scarlet color dark}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{scarlet color}}; color:#fff;"
|-
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Battlefield
! Original Engine room
! New Engine room
! Observation deck
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Battlefield.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Engine Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Engine Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Observation Deck.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Captain's deck
! Orla's room
! Outside deck
! Power room
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Captain Deck.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Orla Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Outside deck.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Power Room.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Liko's room
! Conference room
! Balloon gasbag
! Dot's room
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Liko Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Meeting Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Balloon Gasbag.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Dot Room.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Original kitchen
! New kitchen
! Original infirmary
! New infirmary
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Kitchen.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Kitchen.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Infirmary.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Infirmary.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Roy's room
! Plans
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Roy Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine plan.png|200px]]
|}

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{mineral egg color}}; font-size:80%; color:#fff"
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship 2.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship back.png|150px]]
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; width:15px"| [[File:Brave Olivine side profile.png|x150px]]
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Brave Olivine Map Animedia July 2023.png|x125px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine side profile 2D.png|125px]]
|-
|Brave Olivine deck undeployed
|Brave Olivine deck deployed
|Brave Olivine back end
|2D
|-
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship outside deck.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship observation room ex.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship battle field.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine helm.png|100px]]
|-
|Outside deck
|Observation room (exterior)
|Battlefield
|Side profile of the Brave Olivine
|Locations on the Brave Olivine
|Helm
|}

===Interior===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{mineral egg color}}; font-size:80%; color:#fff"
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Engine Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Conference Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Kitchen Concept Art.png|200px]]
|-
|Official concept art of the engine room
|Official concept art of the conference room
|Official concept art of the kitchen
|-
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Infirmary Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Observation Deck Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Captain Deck Concept Art.png|200px]]
|-
|Official concept art of the infirmary
|Official concept art of the observation deck
|Official concept art of the captain's deck
|}

==Trivia==
*The Brave Olivine's name comes from [[Olivine City]], the hometown of the ship's original owner, Ludlow.

==Names==
{{langtable|color={{mineral egg color}}|bordercolor={{electric color}}|textcolor=fff
|ar=قاعدة أوليفين ''The Olivine base''
|zh_yue=英勇淺蔥號 ''Yīngyúhng Chínchūng Houh''
|zh_cmn=英勇淺蔥號 / 英勇浅葱号 ''Yīngyǒng Qiǎncōng Hào''
|cs=Odvážný Olivín
|nl=Dappere Olivijn
|fi=Urhea Olivine
|fr=Brave d'Oliville
|de=Tapfere Oliviana
|it=Impavida Olivina
|ko=브레이브 담청호 ''Brave Damcheong Ho''
|no=Tapre Olivin
|pl=Waleczny Oliwin
|pt_br=Valente Olivine
|pt_eu=Olivine Audaz
|es_eu=Valiente Olivino
|tr=Cesur Olivine
}}

==Related articles==
*[[Air transportation in the Pokémon world]]

{{Rising Volt Tacklers}}
{{DoubleProjectTag|Anime|Locations|locations in the animated series.}}

[[Category:Animated series-exclusive locations]]
[[Category:Transportation]]

[[es:Valiente Olivino]]
[[fr:Brave d'Oliville]]
[[it:Impavida Olivina]]
[[ja:ブレイブアサギ号]]
[[zh:英勇淺蔥號]]

Brave Olivine

2026-06-02T01:28:26Z

Gengarzilla: /* {{aniseries|HZ}} */

{{AnimeLocationInfobox
|name=Brave Olivine
|image=Brave Olivine.png
|imagesize=300px
|characters=ブレイブアサギ号
|japanese=Brave Asagi
|region=Worldwide
|colorscheme=Paldea
|caption=The Brave Olivine
|epicode=HZ001
|episode=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
}}
The '''Brave Olivine''' (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号''' ''Brave Asagi'') is the base of operations of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], acting as both the group's airship and living quarters.

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:Brave Olivine ship.png|thumb|250px|The Olivine before being converted]]
Several years prior, the Brave Olivine was originally a fishing boat owned by [[Ludlow]] named the '''Olivine''' (Japanese: '''アサギ号''' ''Asagi''). When forming the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], [[Friede]] requested to be given ownership of the boat, which Ludlow accepted. Friede had [[Orla]] convert the Olivine into an airship and later renamed the vessel into the Brave Olivine. During their adventures, various Pokémon from different [[region]]s made the Brave Olivine their home, including a wild {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} and {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}}.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
The airship debuted in ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'' when it was seen flying over [[Indigo Academy]] in the distance. It was first seen from up close in ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'' when Friede took [[Liko]] and her Pokémon partner {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} to the airship to keep them safe from the [[Explorers]]. Once there, the airship headed towards a storm to avoid the Explorers, although the strategy failed and they managed to board the airship regardless. During a battle between Friede's [[Captain Pikachu|Pikachu]] and [[Amethio's Ceruledge]], Liko's Sprigatito was taken by the Explorers, as well as the group's flag having flown away due to the storm. In [[HZ003|the next episode]], the airship landed at a port town to allow them to locate the Explorers. While the majority of the group was away, [[Zirc]] managed to place a tracker on the ship. Once Sprigatito was rescued, the ship departed from the town. Elsewhere, a boy named [[Roy]] found the missing flag and kept it for himself.

[[File:Brave Olivine damaged.png|thumb|left|250px|The Brave Olivine damaged along [[East Province (Area Two)]]'s shores]]
In ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', the airship was shown to have suffered several ruptures, causing it to leak gas and lose altitude. As such, the group was forced to stop at [[Roy's hometown|an island]] off [[Kanto]]'s shore. Once there, Roy and Liko met after Fuecoco went missing, whom Roy found in the island. [[HZ005|That night]], Roy sneaked aboard the airship to try and find Fuecoco, but was caught by the group. Despite Roy's clandestine arrival, the group opted to remain on the island longer as the airship still hadn't been repaired. Later that day, the airship briefly took flight before the group was attacked by the Explorers once again. During the battle, Orla had the island's {{type|Bug}} [[wild Pokémon]] help repair the airship's balloon gasbag to allow it to regain flight. In ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'', Roy returned the flag to the group and hoisted it.

In ''[[HZ009|Welcome to Paldea!]]'', the airship was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers to the [[Paldea]] region until they decided to head for the [[Galar]] region in ''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]''.

[[File:Levincia docks.png|thumb|250px|The Brave Olivine docked in [[Levincia]]]]
In ''[[HZ013|An Unexpected Picnic!]]'', the airship took a rest stop and needed an inspection in order to fly safely. However, [[Spinel]]'s sabotage prevented their systems from rebooting while the Rising Volt Tacklers were having a [[picnic]]. Fortunately, they were able to figure out the problem and set off for the Galar region in ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', arriving there in ''[[HZ019|The Bittersweet Truth]]'' until they decided to return to Paldea in ''[[HZ034|Respective Departures]]''. The group welcomed two new Pokémon in ''[[HZ030|Slip and Crash! A Mystery Pokémon?!]]'' and one in ''[[HZ038|The SOS is from Tandemaus?]]''.

In ''[[HZ031|Song Within the Mist]]'', Friede had the airship sail on the ocean while searching for [[Lucius's Lapras]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers eventually found Lapras, only to learn it was leading a gang of Pokémon pirates. Ludlow used his boat piloting skills to keep the pirates from fleeing, but was stopped when Lapras froze the airship in place with {{m|Ice Beam}}. The ice was later melted by [[Diana]]'s {{p|Arcanine}}.
[[File:Brave Olivine Emergency Button.png|left|250px|thumb|The Brave Olivine's emergency button]]
In ''[[HZ042|Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin]]'', the airship was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea. In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', [[Murdock]] piloted the airship to the {{DL|East Province (Area Two)|Levincia Lighthouse}}, where the Explorers were battling the [[Black Rayquaza]] so that [[Dot]] could disable the machine that was affecting Rayquaza. In a fit of rage, [[Coral]] commanded her {{p|Glalie}} to use {{m|Self-Destruct}} on Rayquaza, sending it reeling back into the Brave Olivine, severely damaging the airship. The airship made a successful emergency landing on water in [[HZ045|the next episode]], leaving every person and Pokémon aboard unharmed, though the ship itself was in no shape to fly more for the time being. In ''[[HZ049|Dot and Nidothing]]'', the ship was shown to be docked in [[Levincia]], being repaired by Orla. In ''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]'', Orla revealed to Friede that the repairs were halfway done and that she was considering giving the airship an upgrade of some kind.

In ''[[HZ068|Into a New Sky! The Brave Olivine!]]'', the Brave Olivine was shown to have been fully repaired and taken flight once more as it picked up the junior members of the Rising Volt Tacklers from [[Naranja Academy]] following the conclusion of their [[Tera Training]] course. During the presentation of the ship's new features, Friede showed off a new button only meant to be used in emergencies. Also, in the same episode, the Brave Olivine gets the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Kitakami]] until they decided to meet with their former teammate [[Wy-Yes]] in ''[[HZ075|The Wonders of the World!]]'', as they meet up with him at a [[HZ076|savanna]].

In ''[[HZ077|Ludlow's Homecoming!]]'', the Brave Olivine gets the Rising Volt Tacklers to the [[Johto]] region until they decided to return to Paldea in the [[HZ078|next episode]]. The Brave Olivine was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea in the [[HZ079|following episode]] until ''[[HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow]]'' when they follow the Black Rayquaza to [[Laqua]].

[[File:Brave Olivine Infinite Rising.png|thumb|250px|The Brave Olivine in its Infinite Rising mode]]
In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', the Black Rayquaza led the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Mount Pericarp]], where Laqua was located. As Laqua itself was at too high an elevation for the Brave Olivine to fly, Liko, Roy, Dot, and Friede had to travel there on foot.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', when Laqua started collapsing due to Spinel's actions, the other Rising Volt Tacklers came to Liko and the others' rescue. Orla pressed the emergency button, transforming the Brave Olivine into the '''Brave Olivine: Infinite Rising''' (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号　インフィニットライジング''' ''Brave Asagi: Infinite Rising''). Liko and the others managed to board the ship, but the speed at which it was flying sent Friede, Charizard, and Captain Pikachu overboard. Friede held on long enough to get Captain Pikachu to safety, but his grip eventually loosened, causing him and Charizard to be sent flying away from the ship while the others could only watch in horror.

In ''[[HZ098|Reunion in Cortondo]]'', as the new Rising Volt Tacklers looked for their former teammates, they met with Murdock at Cortondo, where he revealed that after the events in Laqua, the ship was dismantled. However, in ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', it was revealed that the ship was left intact in a forest, with Orla still maintaining the ship from time to time. It was also revealed that the ship was being used as a den for the wild Pokémon that had originally lived there.

[[File:Brave Olivine Rising Again.png|thumb|left|250px|The Brave Olivine in its Rising Again mode]]
In ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', the Brave Olivine was cleaned up and repaired by Orla and the younger members. After Ludlow, Murdock, and Mollie returned, [[Ult]] joined the group, and finding out that Friede was still alive but in hiding from the Explorers, the Brave Olvine took flight once again.

In ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', the Brave Olivine was able to get the Rising Volt Tacklers back to Paldea until they decided to go to the [[Unova]] region in ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', arriving there in ''[[HZ115|Welcome to Blueberry Academy!]]'' until they left in ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]''.

In ''[[HZ121|The Catcher in the Sky]]'', the Brave Olivine was able to help the Rising Volt Tacklers get Friede back onto the ship safety after returning from space and his ship ran into trouble.

In [[HZ126]], after returning to Paldea, the Brave Olivine was kept hidden at a dockyard in Levincia to keep the general public from seeing it. Orla promised Liko and the others she would upgrade the Infinite Rising mode so that the airship could safely ascend Mount Pericarp once they returned to fully purify the Laquium Core. The upgraded mode, dubbed by Friede as (Japanese: '''ブレイブアサギ号　ライジングアゲイン''' ''Brave Asagi: Rising Again''), was finished in [[HZ131]] as the Rising Volt Tacklers, with temporally returning member Wy-Yes and their allies, {{an|Nemona}}, [[Penny]], [[Ann]], [[Perrin]], and [[Master Mayonnaise]], headed for the Galar region to pick up Diana and her {{p|Pecharunt}}.

After picking up Diana and dropping off Master Mayonnaise in [[HZ132|the following episode]], the airship took off once more and headed to Laqua, where it arrived in [[HZ133|the next episode]]. While Friede, Captain Pikachu, Dot, Liko, Roy, Ult, and their allies headed for the summit of Mount Pericarp to fight the Explorers, Ludlow, Orla, Murdock, Wy-Yes, Mollie, and Perrin stayed behind to protect [[Pericarp Town]] from the Laquium mist. They even took any infected Pokémon aboard the Brave Olivine to be treated by Mollie. In the [[HZ136|following episode]], the Brave Olivine was able to get to Laqua to pick up Friede, Captain Pikachu, Dot, Liko, Roy, Ult, and their allies, as they leave the paradise with their mission to destroy Laquium finished.
{{-}}

==Pokémon seen on the Brave Olivine==
===Belonging to crew===
====Older members====
====[[Friede]]====
{| width="100%"
|-

| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Pikachu|Roy Captain Pikachu.png|electric|nick=Captain Pikachu}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Flying}}

|
|}
====[[Orla]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Orla|Metagross|Orla Metagross.png|steel|psychic|fir=Metang|link=Orla#Metagross}}
| {{ActivePoké|Orla|Elekid|Orla Elekid.png|electric|link=Orla#Elekid}}
|}



====[[Murdock]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Murdock|Lycanroc|fir=Rockruff|Murdock Lycanroc.png|rock}}
| {{ActivePoké|Murdock|Alcremie|Murdock Alcremie.png|fairy}} ♀
|}

====[[Mollie]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Mollie|Chansey|Mollie Chansey.png|normal}} ♀
|{{ActivePoké|Mollie|Maushold|Mollie Maushold.png|normal|link=Mollie#Maushold}}
|}
===Younger members===
====[[Dot]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Quaquaval|Dot Quaquaval.png|water|fighting|fir=Quaxly|mid=Quaxwell}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Water}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Tinkaton|Dot Tinkaton.png|fairy|steel|fir=Tinkatink|mid=Tinkatuff}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Steel}}
| {{ActivePoké|Dot|Gholdengo|Dot Gholdengo.png|Steel|Ghost|fir=Gimmighoul}}
|}

====[[Liko]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Meowscarada|Liko Meowscarada.png|grass|dark|fir=Sprigatito|mid=Floragato}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Grass}}
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Hatterene|Liko Hatterene.png|psychic|fairy|fir=Hatenna|mid=Hattrem}} ♀ {{TeraIcon|Psychic}}
| {{ActivePoké|Liko|Armarouge|Liko Armarouge.png|fire|psychic|fir=Charcadet}} {{TeraIcon|Fire}}

|}

====[[Roy]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Skeledirge|Roy Skeledirge.png|fire|ghost|fir=Fuecoco|mid=Crocolor}} ♂ {{TeraIcon|Fire}}
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Kilowattrel|Roy Kilowattrel.png|electric|flying|fir=Wattrel}} {{TeraIcon|Electric}}
| {{ActivePoké|Roy|Lucario|Roy Lucario.png|size=x140px|fighting|steel}} {{shinystar|SV}} {{MegaIcon}}
|}

====[[Ult]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ult|Sableye|Ult Sableye.png|dark|ghost}} {{MegaIcon}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ult|Dragonite|Ult Dragonite.png|dragon|flying}} {{MegaIcon}}
|}

===Wild Pokémon===
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Pawmi|RVT Pawmi.png|electric|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Pawmi}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Shuckle|RVT Shuckle.png|bug|rock|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Shuckle}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Snorunt|RVT Snorunt.png|ice|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Snorunt}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Noctowl|RVT Noctowl.png|normal|flying|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Noctowl}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Carkol|RVT Carkol.png|rock|fire|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Carkol}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Slugma|RVT Slugma.png|fire|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Slugma}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Muk|RVT Muk.png|poison|dark|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Muk}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Nosepass|RVT Nosepass.png|rock|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Nosepass}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Polteageist|RVT Polteageist.png|ghost|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Polteageist}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Sinistea|RVT Sinistea.png|ghost|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Sinistea}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Tatsugiri|RVT Tatsugiri.png|dragon|water|disp=Tatsugiri (×3)|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Tatsugiri}}
| {{InactivePoké|Rising Volt Tacklers|Ditto|RVT Ditto.png|normal|link=Rising Volt Tacklers#Ditto}}
|}

===Traveling with===
{| width="33%"

| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone (×7)|Dot Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|}

==Pokémon previously seen on the Brave Olivine==
===Members===
====[[Friede]]====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Charizard|Friede Charizard.png|fire|flying}} {{TeraIcon|Dark}} {{MegaIcon}}
| {{ActivePoké|Friede|Starmie|Friede Starmie.png|Water|Psychic|link=Friede#Instructor Starmie|nick=Instructor Starmie}} {{MegaIcon}}
|
|}

====[[Ludlow]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Ludlow|Quagsire|Ludlow Quagsire.png|water|ground|link=Ludlow#Quagsire}}
| {{ActivePoké|Ludlow|Sharpedo|Ludlow Sharpedo.png|water|dark|link=Ludlow#Sharpedo}} ♂
|}

====[[Wy-Yes]]====
{| width="33%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Wy-Yes|Wynaut|Wy-Yes Wynaut.png|psychic|link=Wy-Yes#Wynaut}}
|}

====[[Liko]]====
{| width="33%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Liko|Terapagos|nick=Pagogo|Pagogo Normal Form.png|normal}} {{TeraIcon|Stellar}}
|}
===Allies===
====[[Diana]]====
{| width="66%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Arcanine|Diana Arcanine.png|fire|link=Diana#Arcanine}}
| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Squawkabilly|Diana Squawkabilly.png|normal|flying|link=Diana#Arcanine}}

| {{InactivePoké|Diana|Pecharunt|Diana Pecharunt.png|poison|ghost|link=Diana#Pecharunt}} {{TeraIcon|Poison}}
|}

===[[Franka]]===
{| width="33%"
| {{ActivePoké|Franka|Lycanroc|Franka Lycanroc.png|rock|link=Franka#Lycanroc}}
|}

==Gallery==
===''Pokémon Horizons: The Series''===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{scarlet color dark}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{scarlet color}}; color:#fff;"
|-
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Battlefield
! Original Engine room
! New Engine room
! Observation deck
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Battlefield.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Engine Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Engine Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Observation Deck.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Captain's deck
! Orla's room
! Outside deck
! Power room
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Captain Deck.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Orla Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Outside deck.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Power Room.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Liko's room
! Conference room
! Balloon gasbag
! Dot's room
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Liko Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Meeting Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Balloon Gasbag.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Dot Room.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Original kitchen
! New kitchen
! Original infirmary
! New infirmary
|- style="background:#{{scarlet color dark}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Kitchen.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Kitchen.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine Infirmary.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine New Infirmary.png|200px]]
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
! Roy's room
! Plans
|- style="background:#{{violet color}}"
| [[File:Brave Olivine Roy Room.png|200px]]
| [[File:Brave Olivine plan.png|200px]]
|}

===Artwork===
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| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship 2.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Friede airship back.png|150px]]
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}; width:15px"| [[File:Brave Olivine side profile.png|x150px]]
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}"| [[File:Brave Olivine Map Animedia July 2023.png|x125px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine side profile 2D.png|125px]]
|-
|Brave Olivine deck undeployed
|Brave Olivine deck deployed
|Brave Olivine back end
|2D
|-
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship outside deck.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship observation room ex.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Friede airship battle field.png|150px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine helm.png|100px]]
|-
|Outside deck
|Observation room (exterior)
|Battlefield
|Side profile of the Brave Olivine
|Locations on the Brave Olivine
|Helm
|}

===Interior===
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| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Engine Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Conference Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Kitchen Concept Art.png|200px]]
|-
|Official concept art of the engine room
|Official concept art of the conference room
|Official concept art of the kitchen
|-
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Infirmary Room Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Observation Deck Concept Art.png|200px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border:2px solid #{{electric color}}; background:#{{electric color light}}" |[[File:Brave Olivine Captain Deck Concept Art.png|200px]]
|-
|Official concept art of the infirmary
|Official concept art of the observation deck
|Official concept art of the captain's deck
|}

==Trivia==
*The Brave Olivine's name comes from [[Olivine City]], the hometown of the ship's original owner, Ludlow.

==Names==
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|ar=قاعدة أوليفين ''The Olivine base''
|zh_yue=英勇淺蔥號 ''Yīngyúhng Chínchūng Houh''
|zh_cmn=英勇淺蔥號 / 英勇浅葱号 ''Yīngyǒng Qiǎncōng Hào''
|cs=Odvážný Olivín
|nl=Dappere Olivijn
|fi=Urhea Olivine
|fr=Brave d'Oliville
|de=Tapfere Oliviana
|it=Impavida Olivina
|ko=브레이브 담청호 ''Brave Damcheong Ho''
|no=Tapre Olivin
|pl=Waleczny Oliwin
|pt_br=Valente Olivine
|pt_eu=Olivine Audaz
|es_eu=Valiente Olivino
|tr=Cesur Olivine
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==Related articles==
*[[Air transportation in the Pokémon world]]

{{Rising Volt Tacklers}}
{{DoubleProjectTag|Anime|Locations|locations in the animated series.}}

[[Category:Animated series-exclusive locations]]
[[Category:Transportation]]

[[es:Valiente Olivino]]
[[fr:Brave d'Oliville]]
[[it:Impavida Olivina]]
[[ja:ブレイブアサギ号]]
[[zh:英勇淺蔥號]]

Explorers

2026-05-31T02:42:39Z

Gengarzilla: /* Trivia */ Probably a better description now that there's so few named members left.

:''This article is about the group from Pokémon Horizons. For the games, see [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]].''
{{spoilers}}
{{Team Infobox
|teamname=Explorers
|jpteamname={{tt|エクスプローラーズ|Ekusupurōrāzu}}
|tmteamname=Explorers
|logo=Explorers Logo.png
|image=Explorers Admins anime.png
|caption=The generals<ref>They are referred to as "generals" in English-based media, such as the [https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/ official website] and the blurb for ''[[HZ086|The Rising Volt Tacklers vs. The Explorers!]]''. In Japanese, they have been referred to as '''幹部''' ''kanbu'' in a [https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2047622830880325904 X/Twitter post], used for the terms "Admin" and "Executive" (such as {{tc|Magma Admin}} and {{tc|Executive|Rocket Executive}})</ref> of the Explorers prior to the ''[[Mega Voltage]]'' arc
|size=300px
|leader=[[Cervantis]] (currently) [[Spinel]] (formerly; arrested) [[Gibeon]] (formerly; deceased)
|leadername=Boss
|region=Worldwide
|admins=[[Hamber]], [[Amethio]], [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], [[Chalce]] (all formerly)
|adminname=Generals
|targets=[[Laqua]], [[Laquium]], the [[Six Heroes]], [[Pagogo|Terapagos]], the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], [[Diana]], [[Naranja Academy]], [[Area Zero]]
|hideout=[[Mount Pericarp]], [[Manpūku Town]] ([[Explorers base]]), unknown ([[Explorers HQ]])
|epnum=HZ001
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
|text color=FFF
|border color={{ghost color}}
|background color={{ghost color light}}
|lightened color={{ghost color}}
}}
The '''Explorers''' (Japanese: '''エクスプローラーズ''' ''Explorers'') are the main antagonists in {{aniseries|HZ}} up to the ''[[Rising Again]]'' arc, led by [[Gibeon]] and, following his death, [[Spinel]]. Initially, the Explorers referred to a trio of century-old adventurers—[[Lucius]], [[Rystal]], and Gibeon—whose goal was to find [[Laqua]], but underwent a major restructure by Gibeon, turning it into a global [[Villainous team|villainous organization]] whose goal is to obtain, monopolize, and extract the powers of the mysterious [[Laquium]] found at Laqua and use it for the benefit of [[human]]s and {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. Under Spinel's tenure, the goal of the Explorers shifted towards global domination from the shadows via media manipulation and public reliance on his Laquium-based [[Strong Sphere]] project.

The Explorers have a strong connection to [[Exceed]], a company founded by Gibeon that is used as a front to conduct research on Laquium.

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:The original Explorers.png|250px|left|thumb|The original Explorers: [[Rystal]], [[Lucius]], and [[Gibeon]]]]
100 years prior to the events of {{aniseries|HZ}}, the group known as Explorers was founded by [[Lucius]], [[Gibeon]], and [[Rystal]] as they journeyed together to find the Pokémon paradise, [[Laqua]].

Eventually, the trio arrived at their destination and, musing over how such a bountiful environment was created, decided to venture in further deep. In the deepest parts of Laqua, they found a cluster of [[Laquium]], a highly energetic substance in the form of pink crystals that was forcing the surrounding vegetation to overgrow, leaving the land barren. Lucius and Rystal immediately recognized the danger it posed and decided to leave Laqua, but Gibeon insisted on meddling with it and had his [[White Zygarde]] dig the cluster out, causing it to activate and begin growing uncontrollably. Despite the efforts of Zygarde and Lucius's [[Six Heroes]], the Laquium kept on spreading and caused a fissure to open under Gibeon, swallowing him swole and leaving him presumed dead. At this moment, [[Pagogo]], Rystal's {{p|Terapagos}}, transformed into its {{form|Terapagos|Stellar Form}}, shared its [[Terastal energy|power]] with the Six Heroes, and sealed the Laquium, along with Lucius, within a giant energy barrier. As a result of this, Lucius got trapped in Laqua, Pagogo reverted into a dormant state, and the Six Heroes got scattered around the {{pkmn|world}}, with Rystal being the only one to escape unscathed, holding onto the promise of protecting the future of {{OBP|Layla|Horizons|her and Lucius's daughter}}.

Unbeknownst to everyone, however, Gibeon managed to survive due to Laquium's power and, three days later, stumbled out of Laqua and into [[Pericarp Town]], where he had his injuries treated by one of the villagers. With Laquium extending his lifespan, Gibeon lived for the next hundred years, during which he established a base of operations near [[Mount Pericarp]] and reformed the Explorers into its modern-day iteration, aiming to obtain Pagogo and the Six Heroes in order to undo the sealing barrier and extract the crystals directly from the source. He also founded [[Exceed]], through which he was able to study Laquium's properties.

At some point following the Explorers' restructure, [[Hamber]] joined them in gratitude for Gibeon's guidance during his time as an aimless adventurer. Now Gibeon's second-in-command and family butler, Hamber became responsible for recruiting and coaching the new generals of the organization: [[Amethio]], [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]], in that order. The remaining general, [[Spinel]], was a brilliant Exceed researcher that was personally selected by Gibeon.

A year prior to the events of the series, Hamber approached [[Diana]], his former traveling companion, and offered to aid her in her adventures, but this was actually an attempt to obtain her pendant, which was Pagogo in its dormant form. She, however, saw through his lies and escaped. Later, Hamber discovered that the pendant had been passed down to Diana's granddaughter, [[Liko]], and assigned Amethio and his subordinates, [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]], to retrieve it.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
[[File:Amethio HZ001.png|thumb|right|250px|[[Amethio]] battling [[Friede]] for the first time]]
The Explorers debuted in ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''. During a school break, Amethio approached Liko at [[Indigo Academy]]'s dormitories and, while under the guise of a representative of Diana, lied about being entasked to pick up the pendant in order to return it to her grandmother. Feeling something was amiss, Liko attempted to escape from him and his cohorts, Zirc and Onia, but ended up cornered on a rooftop until [[Friede]] swooped in at the right time and engaged Amethio in a battle. Upon witnessing the collateral damage the battle was causing, Liko tried to run away and almost got hit by a stray {{m|Psycho Cut}} if not by her pendant suddenly generating an energy field in order to shield her, which Friede used as an opening to escape with her to the [[Brave Olivine]]. The Explorers, however, did not give up and [[HZ002|followed them to the airship]], even amidst a vicious thunderstorm. There, Friede and Amethio clashed again, albeit briefly, as this time, Liko stepped in, having her {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} unleash a {{m|Leafage}} powerful enough to break the barrier around the battlefield and expose everyone to the unrelenting weather. This forced the Explorers to retreat, but not without taking the {{pkmn|category|Grass Cat Pokémon}} as a hostage.
[[File:Explorers Admins HZ006.png|left|250px|thumb|Gibeon communicating with the generals after Amethio's mission in [[Kanto]]]]
In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Amethio battled against Friede once again; this time, however, the {{pkmn|Professor}} was just distracting him to allow Liko to find Sprigatito in the warehouse where they were hiding. While this was happening, Zirc managed to plant a tracker on Brave Olivine's hull. This allowed for the Explorers to follow the ship all the way to [[Roy's hometown|Roy's island]] via submarine, where both parties clashed once more in ''[[HZ005|Found You, Fuecoco!]]'' and ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''. As Liko's Sprigatito and [[Roy]]'s soon-to-be {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} were being overwhelmed by [[Amethio's Ceruledge]], the girl's pendant synced with the boy's [[Ancient Poké Ball]], which finally opened up. From the artifact, emerged a mighty [[Black Rayquaza]], who indiscriminately rained devastation all over the beach with a singular {{m|Draco Meteor}}, forcing the Explorers to retreat. Later, during a meeting with the other Explorers' higher-ups, [[Gibeon]], the organization's leader, removed Amethio from the mission of collecting the pendant and assigned it to Spinel. Afterwards, Amethio communicated to Zirc and Onia that he was going to pursue the Black Rayquaza from now on, believing its connection with the pendant to hold the key to the mystery behind it.
[[File:Spinel confronts Friede.png|right|250px|thumb|[[Spinel]] confronting Friede in [[Paldea]]]]
In ''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]'', it was revealed that Spinel was spying on the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] during their time in [[Paldea]] in order to learn more about them. The knowledge he acquired was put to use over the following episodes, as he commenced his attack on them. First, in ''[[HZ013|An Unexpected Picnic!]]'', he positioned his fleet of {{p|Magneton}} around the Brave Olivine to create an electromagnetic interference to mess with the data array of the ship, rendering it powerless during a system reboot. After successfully scaring them away at the beginning of the [[HZ014|following episode]], Friede followed one of the Magneton all the way to [[Levincia]], where he was ambushed by it and Spinel's {{p|Beheeyem}}, which were being commanded from a distance by their {{pkmn|Trainer}}, seemingly in order to have his strength tested. The next day, Spinel created a false advertisement for some Spicy [[Herba Mystica]] to lure Liko into a back alley in Levincia. There, he had his Beheeyem put her on a trance with its psychic powers, allowing him to collect her pendant without any mishaps. Over the [[HZ015|next episode]], a dazed Liko was left wandering around the city while the Rising Volt Tacklers were caught in a web of misinformation laid out by Spinel, which pointed her whereabouts to [[Artazon]] instead. At the end of the day, with the collective efforts of Roy and [[Dot]], she was able to fully regain her memory.

In ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', Friede and the young Rising Volt Tacklers begun their counterattack to find the culprit and get the pendant back. The Professor went after a leaving cruise, where he was greeted and challenged by a [[Trainer (HZ016)|mysterious man]]—this, however, was one more red herring from Spinel. While this was happening, Dot and her {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}} managed to pinpoint the pendant's location to a docked cargo ship and alerted her friends. The three of them battled against Spinel's Magneton and Beheeyem and won, but were no match for his {{p|Umbreon}}. At that moment, backed up against a wall, Liko's feelings begun resonating with the pendant, which shone brightly and gave Spinel's hiding location away. After Sprigatito returned the item to her Trainer, the pendant activated again and released {{TP|Lucius|Arboliva}} of the Six Heroes from its Ancient Poké Ball. Then, the group grabbed hold of the {{pkmn|category|Olive Pokémon}}'s arms before it jumped overboard, leaving Spinel at the ship with the understanding that Liko herself is the key to the pendant's secrets.

In ''[[HZ021|The Lonely Hatenna]]'', Amethio, Zirc, and Onia arrived in [[Galar]] after tracking the Black Rayquaza to [[Galar Mine]]. In the [[HZ022|following episode]], their path once again crossed with the Rising Volt Tacklers': Amethio immediately engaged Friede in battle, while Zirc and Onia faced off against Roy, Liko, and [[Captain Pikachu]]. However, the battles came to a rather abrupt end when a {{rf|Galarian}} {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} with an Ancient Poké Ball appeared and started attacking them. At the end of the [[HZ023|next episode]], it was revealed that the Explorers had witnessed the recapture of Moltres and Liko's pendant turning into a [[Pagogo|mysterious Pokémon]], with Amethio deciding to go after the Rising Volt Tacklers in order to steal it.
[[File:HZ044.png|thumb|left|250px|The Explorers using a machine to lure in the [[Black Rayquaza]]]]
In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', Amethio, Zirc, and Onia reported their findings to Hamber, who quickly contacted other generals to head with him to the Galar region: he recruited Coral and Sidian, as Spinel and Chalce were occupied in the Explorers' laboratory. Amethio's team followed Liko, Roy, and Friede to an [[ancient castle]] near [[Hammerlocke]], where they surrounded them in order to take the mysterious Pokémon away. The confrontation extended into the [[HZ025|following episode]] and ended up with Amethio's first official loss to Friede. Meanwhile, Hamber and his {{p|Dusknoir}} arrived at the place and confronted Diana, who questioned him about the Explorers' motives to target them. Then, a commotion provided by the arrival of Coral and Sidian allowed for her to escape the scene, as well as for Amethio's team to leave before being caught in the crossfire. The two generals cornered Liko and Roy, only for Captain Pikachu to arrive and rescue them, fending off her {{p|Glalie}} and his {{p|Garganacl}} at once. This, however, made Coral snap and recklessly order her Glalie to use {{m|Self-Destruct}}, allowing the Rising Volt Tacklers to escape and leaving the ancient castle in ruins.

In ''[[HZ027|As Long as I'm with My Friends]]'', while the Rising Volt Tacklers had been once again caught in false information spread by Spinel, the generals of the Explorers had a meeting to discuss their next move. They eventually concluded that the best course of action would be pursuing the Black Rayquaza itself instead of Terapagos in order to stay ahead. In ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]'', Amethio's team detected the Black Rayquaza in the [[Lapras Sea]], and as such they immediately went after it. However, despite his best efforts, he lost very easily when trying to battle it. Amethio also witnessed Terapagos transforming into its {{form|Terapagos|Terastal Form}} as it conjured up its strength in order to protect Liko. In the [[HZ034|following episode]], after asking Hamber to train him in order to become stronger, they held a training match between their {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon, which ended up with a victory to Hamber after he {{Tera}}stallized his Dusknoir. Afterwards, he gave a [[Tera Orb]] to Amethio and set him in the direction of mastering the Terastal phenomenon in order to draw out its full power.
[[File:Explorers Admin HZ027.png|thumb|right|250px|The generals gathered to discuss their next steps]]
After Amethio's failure, Spinel came up with a new plan to catch the Black Rayquaza, aided by Coral, Sidian, and Chalce. Prior to ''[[HZ042|Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin]]'', the Explorers led the construction of a tower on an island near Levincia as part of the plan, which the Rising Volt Tacklers were made aware of in ''[[HZ043|A Challenge from the Explorers]]'' and started being enacted in ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]''. The tower itself was a red herring; its true purpose was to separate Friede from the rest of the group. The real plan involved attracting Rayquaza by simulating Terapagos's energy signature through a resonance generator, wearing it down by attacking it with powerful, super effective moves, and finally catching it in an [[Ultra Ball]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers managed to stall the Explorers for time enough to allow Dot to create a shutdown program and disable the resonance generator, allowing Rayquaza to free itself from the onslaught of attacks, Rayquaza then unleashed another Draco Meteor attack which ruined the Explorers' efforts. Once again, Coral let her temper overcome her better judgment and commanded Glalie to use Self-Destruct, which collided with Rayquaza's {{m|Dragon Pulse}}. The resulting explosion was powerful enough to blast the Legendary Pokémon directly into the hull of the Brave Olivine. In the [[HZ045|following episode]], the four generals retreated. As Liko, Roy, and Friede were battling against the Black Rayquaza, Amethio arrived at the scene and worked in conjunction with them. Despite his Ceruledge and [[Friede's Charizard]] having Terastallized, they ended up defeated by a single {{m|Dragon Ascent}}. At the end of the episode, the generals had another meeting and were instructed by Gibeon to stay low and wait for the Rising Volt Tacklers to gather the Six Heroes for them, but to still keep their eyes on them for the time being. Gibeon then claimed that his and Lucius's adventure was not over yet as his {{p|Zygarde}} watched.
[[File:Spinel Exceed.png|left|thumb|250px|Spinel as an [[Exceed]] scientist after stealing [[Exceed]]'s [[Laquium|Treasure of Eternity]]]]
In ''[[HZ046|Welcome to Naranja Academy!]]'', [[Chalce]] is shown to be undercover at [[Naranja Academy]] as a teacher named "Chive" and forged enrollment papers for [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] as students under the fake names of "Cornbread" and "Seasoning", so they can also help her with their unknown, undercover mission at the school. In the [[HZ047|following episode]], Cornbread attempted to challenge [[Katy]] for her [[Tera Training]], but she lost to [[Liko]] in a cake-baking contest and was disqualified. At some point, Cornbread and Seasoning were approved in the Tera Training after battling [[Kofu]] and [[Tulip]], respectively. In ''[[HZ050|Trending Terastallization! Dance, Dance, Quaxly!]]'', Cornbread and Seasoning were briefly noticed by director [[Clavell]] while they were watching Liko, Roy, and Dot making their way to Dot's battle against [[Iono]].

In ''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]'', while [[Friede]] was investigating about the [[Laquium|Treasure of Eternity]] in the [[Exceed]] company that he once worked in, [[Spinel]] made his efforts useless and stole the piece of Treasure of Eternity, which in reality was a piece of Laquium. In the same episode, Hamber and Amethio had a face to face meeting with Gibeon, revealing he's Amethio's grandfather. Gibeon explained that they needed more Laquium and that Terapagos's "awakening" was the key to Laqua. Amethio also claimed he's nothing like his father, who failed the organization in the past. Amethio then got a report from Zirc and Onia who were spying on Spinel, resulting in Amethio intending on finding out what Spinel was up to.
[[File:Cornbread and Seasoning.png|thumb|right|250px|[[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] in their "Cornbread" and "Seasoning" disguises]]
In ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'', Cornbread battled [[Larry]] alongside Kofu while Seasoning battled [[Rika]] alongside Tulip, but they were both defeated.

In ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'', Amethio tracked Spinel down to [[Glaseado Mountain]]. Aware he was being followed, Spinel lured Amethio away into an encounter with Liko, which led to a battle between the two. Just as it seemed that Amethio would win, Spinel interrupted the battle to test the Laquium on his {{p|Umbreon}}, turning it feral and much stronger. This angered Terapagos, who used its Terastal Form to destroy the Laquium shard and purify Umbreon of its effects. Noting he had acquired the results he was looking for, Spinel fled while Liko and Amethio chased after him. Unbeknownst to Liko and Amethio, Spinel was luring them into a trap and left them stranded inside a nearby cave. Elsewhere on the mountain, Coral and Sidian shedded their school disguises in order to stall Roy and Dot and prevent them from helping Liko. Aftewards, he told Chalce of Amethio's relationship with Gibeon, and that if they were to have a future, they would need to get him out of the way. Chalce agreed with his reasoning and began to collude with him, beginning the start of a schism in the organization.

In ''[[HZ065|Liko and Amethio]]'', when [[Grusha]] came to assist Roy and Dot, Coral and Sidian were ordered by Chalce to retreat. Later, at the Explorers headquarters, Spinel showed his allies footage of Amethio and Liko working together to escape the cave he trapped them in, framing it as an act of betrayal. Despite attempting to explain himself, Gibeon coldly refused to listen to Amethio and relieved him of all duties.
[[File:HZ083.png|250px|thumb|left|Amethio, [[Zirc]], and [[Onia]] decide to go to [[Laqua]] on their own]]
In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', the Explorers infiltrated Naranja Academy to steal information regarding Terapagos. Chalce had Sidian and Coral stand guard against interference while she worked on stealing the data. [[Penny]] found out about this and informed Dot and her friends to stop them. Sidian battled against Liko but was defeated despite Terastallizing his Garganacl which caused him to retreat. Coral, meanwhile, was defeated by Roy and was forced to retreat by Sidian much to her anger. Despite interference from Dot's Pokémon and Penny counter-hacking her attempts, Chalce was still able to steal the data about Terapagos before fleeing by teleporting with her {{p|Xatu}}.

In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', Chalce brought the data to Spinel, who began to study it in earnest. She also informed him that Hamber had asked her about the information, but she refused to divulge anything to him, leaving Spinel pleased.
[[File:Explorers Rising Volt Tacklers Laqua.png|thumb|right|250px|The Explorers encountering Liko, Roy, and Dot in Laqua]]
In ''[[HZ079|Over the Top!]]'', Hamber ordered Coral and Sidian to follow the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Area Zero]]. In [[HZ080|the next episode]], Coral separated from Sidian as they watched the group, met, and accidentally caught a {{p|Scream Tail}}, which she [[nickname]]d "Screamypuff" (オニプリン ''Onipurin''). In [[HZ081|the next one]], they both witnessed the battle between the Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]] and then the summoning of the remaining of the Six Heroes, Rayquaza. In ''[[HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow]]'', after watching the Rising Volt Tacklers gain Rayquaza, Coral and Sidian left Area Zero to report their findings. After reporting their [[HZ083|findings]], Gibeon told everyone to prepare to head for Laqua. Meanwhile, Amethio and his allies intended to find out what Spinel was up to, but got caught. Fortunately, Hamber rescued them and informed of Gibeon's past with Lucius. After hearing this information, Amethio and his allies decided to head for Laqua in order to protect his grandfather.

In ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]'', Chalce spotted Friede talking to Liko, Roy, and Dot through the phone and returned to Exceed to tell the other Explorers about the Rising Volt Tacklers' presence there. In ''[[HZ085|The Pokémon Paradise of Laqua!]]'', Spinel confronted Friede while Coral, Sidian, and Chalce confronted Liko, Roy, and Dot after Pagogo removed the barrier around the Laquium. In [[HZ086|the next episode]], the four generals battled Friede and the younger members, which led to their defeat, but they bought Gibeon enough time to reach the Laquium.
[[File:Spinel Exceed President.png|250px|thumb|left|Spinel as the new leader of the Explorers]]
In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Amethio attempted to warn Gibeon about Spinel's apparent betrayal, only to have his concerns dismissed. Gibeon ordered Zygarde to mine a large cluster of Laquium, but it shattered, revealing a still-living Lucius inside. Lucius explained that Zygarde asked Rayquaza to find Trainers capable of gathering the Six Heroes and restoring Pagogo to full strength in order to destroy the Laquium. Angered, Gibeon summoned the generals, who used machines to activate the Laquium core and make it grow uncontrollably. After convincing Zygarde to fight by his side, Gibeon confronted Amethio and the younger Rising Volt Tacklers to keep them from thwarting him.

In ''[[HZ088|The Earthshaking White Zygarde]]'', Gibeon commanded Zygarde in a ferocious battle against Liko, Roy, Dot and Amethio. Zygarde's immense power eventually overwhelmed Roy and Dot, but with clever use of teamwork, Liko's newly-evolved {{tp|Liko|Meowscarada}} was able to hit Zygarde with aid from Amethio's {{tp|Amethio|Ceruledge}}. Convinced by Liko and the others' strength, Zygarde forfeited the battle before breaking down into its component Cells and abandoning Gibeon. Devastated, Gibeon questioned how he was yet again foiled by someone of Lucius's bloodline before Lucius and Amethio explained it was the bond between Liko, her friends, and their Pokémon that led them to victory.
[[File:HZ095.png|thumb|right|250px|Coral and Sidian using [[Strong Sphere]]s as part of [[Exceed]]'s demonstration]]
In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', after Gibeon passed away due to the purification of the Laquium core, Spinel took over as the new leader of the organization. He also occupied Laqua for the Explorers and used his Laquium Sphere to drive the Six Heroes (except Rayquaza) berserk, causing the six of them to fight each other and inflict great destruction to the paradise. As seen in ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'', in the aftermath of these events, the Explorers captured the rampaging heroes, holding them captive and dormant in their base. At some point, Amethio was separated from Zirc and Onia and went missing. Even though Spinel made a report claiming that he had betrayed the Explorers and perished in Laqua with Gibeon, Cervantis and Hamber did not believe it. A year after those events, Spinel reformed the Explorers, casting the group as a heroic organization to the public and putting the blame of the destruction in Laqua on the Rising Volt Tacklers instead. In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Hamber tasked Zirc and Onia to find Amethio and gather Gibeon's former [[Zygarde Cell]]s without letting Spinel know of their actions, giving them one of the Cells and a [[Zygarde Cube]] to help them in their task.

In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', the Explorers were revealed to be creating [[Strong Sphere]]s, devices for Trainers to imbue their Pokémon with Laquium mist. Coral and Sidian were tasked with advertising the product, using it against Liko and Roy in a [[Double Battle]]. The Laquium-infused Pokémon easily defeated them without much input, causing it to be well received, as the public was unaware of the connection between the Strong Spheres and the phenomenon afflicting wild Pokémon.

In ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', a pair of Explorers members named [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] debuted. They, along with two Exceed employees, were sent to pick up an order of Strong Sphere outer shells made by [[Karna]], only to be stopped by [[Ult]]. The employees tried to convince Karna of Exceed's good intentions, but after Liko and the others informed her of the truth, she angrily refused to work with them anymore. Indi and Rubina stepped in with the intention of taking the shells Karna made, only to realize that Liko and her friends were the Trainers who repeatedly got in the Explorers' way. They both sent out a {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}} and used them to challenge Liko's group, using the Strong Spheres to boost their Pokémon. In the [[HZ100|next episode]], despite their use of Laquium, Liko's group managed to defeat the Explorers after exploiting a weakness in Laquium, forcing them to retreat. Indi and Rubina retreated alongside Exceed, reporting their failure to Spinel, who excused them and vowed to take down the Rising Volt Tacklers again.

In ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', Zirc and Onia continued their task of locating Amethio, being out at sea, though they had little success in objective. In ''[[HZ103|Nidothing Love!]]'', Zirc and Onia told Liko that Amethio was missing and asked for her help personally to find him.
[[File:Indi and Rubina.png|250px|thumb|left|Indi and Rubina stopping Roy and [[Ult]]]]
In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', after paying a visit to Amethio's mansion, Liko, Zirc and Onia, with help from [[Liko's Charcadet]] and Cervantis, found Amethio but in hiding to avoid being captured by Spinel's agents on an island off the coast of Levincia where he first met Ceruledge as a {{p|Charcadet}} which was their only family vacation years ago. Zirc and Onia begged Amethio to take Exceed and the Explorers back from Spinel, but he refused, stating that with Gibeon's passing, he was powerless to do anything. With words of encouragement from Liko and a battle with her Charcadet, Amethio managed to regain the resolve to fight against Spinel's machinations. Despite this, Amethio refused to go with Zirc and Onia, stating that as members of the Explorers, there were things they could accomplish on the inside that he couldn't. Accepting this, Zirc passed on the Zygarde Cube to Amethio before leaving the island with Onia. Afterward, Zirc and Onia reported to Hamber that Amethio was safe and sound, though Hamber was unaware that Chalce was monitoring him.

In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', Indi and Rubina attempted to trade with {{OBP|Ryan|HZ106}}, who had stolen Ult's [[Dusk Ball]] in order to exchange it for a Strong Sphere. Ult interrupted the transaction and a battle quickly occurred, with the two Explorers sending out a Unovan and Galarian {{p|Darmanitan}}. Though they had the upper hand due to Ryan's {{p|Grafaiai}} being inexperienced, the tide quickly turned against them when the Dusk Ball reacted to Ult's feelings, revealing a {{p|Dragonite}} that easily overwhelmed both Darmanitan, forcing them to retreat. In the [[HZ107|following episode]], they met with Spinel, who quickly discovered Ult eavesdropping on them and had him taken into custody, though his {{p|Sableye}} was able to escape and discovered Roy. While observing him, Chalce expressed concern about Spinel's hastiness, but he told her that Amethio's return had complicated matters. Roy later found and freed Ult, only for Indi and Rubina to quickly discover them and result in another battle. This time, they were assisted by four {{p|Rabsca}} that were emitting {{m|Gravity}}, getting the upper hand, even against Dragonite. Ult's resolve to protect the ones he cared resulted in the discovery of his Dragonite being able to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]], and Mega Dragonite easily defeated the enemies, while Roy and his Mega {{p|Lucario}} defeated Indi and Rubina, taking advantage of the opening to escape.
[[File:Super Strong Sphere Six Heroes.png|250px|thumb|right|Five of the [[Six Heroes]] under the Explorers' control]]
In ''[[HZ108|Taking the Next Steps]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers decided to contact Amethio's father, Cervantis, for information about the Six Heroes. Cervantes agreed to do so, though the message was intercepted by the Explorers.

In ''[[HZ109|Tinkatuff's Hammer Wasn't Made in a Year!]]'', Coral and Sidian were continuing to promote the Strong Spheres in [[Galar]] when they attempted to get some leisure time after one such event. However, they were swarmed by their fans, though a [[Manager (HZ109)|manager]] arrived and took them away. The manager revealed to the two that they were told to head to an unknown location in Paldea, hiring a Galarian Cabbie to do so. The cabbie initially refused until seeing Coral, and when Coral refused to go, the manager forced her inside. On the way, they were knocked down by a Tinkatuff, which was shortly followed up by Dot and her Pokémon. Although Sidian wished to head to their destination, Coral refused and battled Dot. Tinkatuff was able to forge a new hammer from Corviknight's feathers, evolving into {{p|Tinkaton}} and sending Glalie flying away with a {{m|Brutal Swing}}, prompting the two generals to chase after it. Meanwhile, Indi and Rubina confronted Liko, Roy and Ult at the warehouse instead of Cervantis.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Indi and Rubina with three other agents used the Super Strong Sphere on five of the Six Heroes to battle Liko, Roy, and Ult, as this was Spinel's plan to take down the Rising Volt Tacklers by using their allies against them. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], despite the Heroes knocking out most of Liko, Roy, Ult, and Amethio's Pokémon with help from Coral and Sidian, they ended up retreating after the effects of the Super Strong Spheres worn off on the five Pokémon.

In [[HZ124]], the Explorers were confronted by the younger members of the Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio in an attempt to rescue the remaining Six Heroes. However, Spinel planned for it as he set up a trap for them when they get inside their HQ. In the [[HZ125|next episode]], the Explorers lose the remaining Six Heroes when the younger members and Amethio free them from their control. After the battle, Indi and Rubina informed Spinel that the recordings were complete, leaving him satisfied despite losing the Six Heroes as he pulled up a screen. At the same time, Chalce rolled her eyes, appearing to disapprove of his methods, while Coral and Sidian started doubting the Strong Sphere. Spinel would later use the recordings to frame the Rising Volt Tacklers again, claiming that they had broken into their facility and stole the remaining Six Heroes that were being cared by them. This was also Spinel's plan to force the Rising Volt Tacklers to go into hiding and promoting the Strong Sphere.

In [[HZ130]], the Explorers released the Strong Spheres to the general public. Chalce informed Spinel that Naranja Academy had banned their usage, which he attributed to the Rising Volt Tacklers. Worried about their cooperation with Amethio, Spinel ordered Chalce, Coral, and Sidian to go on a night patrol around Mount Pericarp, reassuring her that he would fulfill her wish. During the patrol, they were confronted by Hamber, who asked them to rebel against Spinel, explaining that the Strong Spheres would destroy the bond between them and their Pokémon. They refused to listen and battled him. Hamber revealed his third Pokémon, [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Ursaluna|Bloodmoon]] {{p|Ursaluna}}, which defeated Glalie and Garganacl. Chalce used Mega Evolution on her Medicham to defeat the Pokémon. As Chalce ordered agents to apprehend him, Ursaluna created a cloud of dust, allowing Hamber to escape. Deeming him no longer a threat, they resumed their patrol, while Hamber, hidden nearby, felt he had done all he could and left the rest to Amethio.

In [[HZ133]], the Explorers got word from Spinel that the Rising Volt Tacklers have return to Laqua with their allies, as he send the agents to stop them. Indi and Rubina reveal during their battle against Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] that they're aware of the Rising Volt Tacklers' plan that requires all of the 18 Tera Types. Through Hamber's help, Indi and Rubina were defeated as they retreated in order to get ready for the next stage of their plan. Meanwhile, Coral, Sidian and Chalce had a three on three battle against Roy, Ult and Friede, in which the former two admitted their dislike of the Strong Spheres, with all three ultimately losing the battle in the [[HZ134|following episode]]. Seeing Liko, Diana, and [[Ann]] with Amethio, Onia, and Zirc, Spinel had his upgraded Laquium-activating machine cause the wild Pokémon who still lived in Laqua go berserk. Through the group's efforts, the Laquium-activating machine were destroyed with Zygarde, Zirc, and Onia taking the wild Pokémon somewhere safe. After the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies regroup, Spinel with Indi and Rubina make their appearances.

In [[HZ135]], Spinel ordered Indi and Rubina to stop the Rising Volt Tacklers, being able to take down Penny's {{p|Sylveon}}, seemingly stopping their plan. At this point, the other three generals arrived, with Chalce realizing that Spinel had no intentions of honoring her request while Sidian stated that the Strong Spheres had no future with Pokémon. Coral had her Scream Tail substitute Sylveon. Admitting that he had not trusted them either and disappointed that they didn't agree with his views, Spinel voluntarily merged himself with the core, reinforcing its resistance from the purification attempt.

In [[HZ136]], the Rising Volt Tacklers were able to force Spinel out of the core. Desperate to keep it intact, he forced Umbreon to fight Liko and her Meowscarada, only to be beaten and the core purified. Spinel tried to recall Umbreon, but she had lost all trust in him and abandoned him, leading to him chasing after her in vain. In the aftermath, the truth was exposed and Spinel was jailed for his crimes, while Cervantis took leadership of the Explorers and regained control of Exceed. All of the remaining generals have left the Explorers. Coral and Sidian travel together while stil being famous, Hamber left on a journey with Diana, and Chalce resumes her teaching career.

==Notable members==
===Main members===
This is the list of the main Explorers members up to the most recent Japanese episode:

====Modern Explorers====
This is the list of the Explorers members after the organization was reformed by Gibeon in the modern era. As of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', with Spinel's rise to leadership of the Explorers, some new members of the organization were introduced in the [[animated series]].

In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', two unnamed members of the organization were shown hunting Amethio during the year-long period that passed during ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', which indicates that there are more members of the Explorers than those shown in the series. In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', another group of Explorers agents appeared, this time working under [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s orders. In ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'', several Explorers agents were seen guarding Laqua and mining Laquium crystals. While in [[HZ124]], several Explorers agents, both male and female, confronted the Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio when they stormed the HQ.

=====Current members=====
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! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" |{{color|fff|Rank}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" |{{color|fff|Debut}}
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Cervantis.png|180px|Cervantis]] [[Cervantis]]
|Boss
|''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Onia.png|180px|Onia]] [[Onia]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Zirc.png|180px|Zirc]] [[Zirc]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorer Grunt.png|180px|Grunt]] Unnamed (multiple)
|Agents
|''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|}
=====Status unknown=====
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! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" |{{color|fff|Rank}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" |{{color|fff|Debut}}
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Indi.png|180px|Indi]] [[Indi]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Rubina.png|180px|Rubina]] [[Rubina]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
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=====Former members=====
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|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Gibeon.png|180px|Gibeon]] [[Gibeon]] (deceased)
|Boss
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' (voice only) ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Hamber.png|180px|Hamber]] [[Hamber]] (Double agent)
|Unknown (currently) Second-in-command (formerly)
|''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Amethio.png|180px|Amethio]] [[Amethio]]
|General
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Coral timeskip.png|180px|Coral]] [[Coral]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Sidian timeskip.png|180px|Sidian]] [[Sidian]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Chalce timeskip.png|180px|Chalce]] [[Chalce]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Spinel timeskip.png|180px|Spinel]] [[Spinel]]
|Boss General (formerly)
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|}

====Original Explorers====
This is the list of the original Explorers members from 100 years prior to the events of the series.
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|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' (voice only) ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Lucius.png|180px|Lucius]] [[Lucius]]
|''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]'' (flashback) ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Young Rystal.png|180px|Rystal]] [[Rystal]]
|''[[HZ074|The Three Explorers]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|}

===Bases===
This is listing the HQs of the Explorers during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'':

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|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Mount Pericarp Explorers base.png|100px]]
| [[Mount Pericarp]]
| style="text-align:left" | The first of the Explorers base which was spotted by [[Liko]] in ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]''.
|style="background:#{{unknown color light}};|Unknown
|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Explorers base HZ107.png|100px]]
| [[Manpūku Town]]
| style="text-align:left" | An [[Explorers base]] which was invaded by [[Ult]] and later [[Roy]] in ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]''. It is where five of the [[Six Heroes]] prisoners were kept in.
|style="background:#{{paldea color light}};|[[Paldea]]
|- style="background:#FFF"

| [[File:Explorers HQ.png|100px]]
| Unknown
| style="text-align:left" | The [[Explorers HQ]] which was invaded by [[Liko]], Roy, [[Dot]], [[Ult]] and [[Amethio]] to rescue the [[Six Heroes]] in [[HZ125]].
|style="background:#{{unknown color light}};|Unknown
|}

===Associates===
This is listing characters who are related to the Explorers during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'':

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|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Trainer HZ016.png|100px]] [[Trainer (HZ016)|Bisharp's Trainer]]
|This Trainer was a mercenary paid by [[Spinel]] to delay [[Friede]] while the latter looked for [[Liko]]'s [[Pagogo|pendant]].
|''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers subordinates.png|100px]] Explorers' subordinates
|This is a group of subordinates who accompanied [[Hamber]] during his meeting with [[Diana]].
|''[[HZ026|Terapagos's Adventure]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Exceed Logo.png|50px]] [[Exceed]]
| Exceed is a company that was founded by [[Gibeon]] to improve the lives of humans and Pokémon through the research of [[Laquium]], which is known by the employees as the "Treasure of Eternity". After Spinel became the leader of the Explorers, he also became the company's director in [[Cervantis]]'s place, drawing the company closer to the Explorers and using it to create and sell a mass-produced device containing Laquium, the [[Strong Sphere]].
|''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|}

==Technology==
===Gadgets===
*In ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'', [[Amethio]], [[Onia]], and [[Zirc]] used their watches to change from their disguises into their uniforms. [[Coral]] used hers in ''[[HZ043|A Challenge from the Explorers]]'' to change from her uniform to civilian clothing and back. Both she and [[Sidian]] used theirs in ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'' to change from their academy uniform disguises into their uniforms. Chalce used hers in ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'' to change from her teacher disguise into her uniform.
*In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Zirc planted a tracker in the husk of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]' airship. It was later found and destroyed by {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}} in ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''.
*In ''[[HZ014|Fly! Wattrel!!]]'', [[Spinel]] communicated with his Pokémon using a small transceiver attached to them. He also used the transceivers in ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'' to communicate with [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]].
* In ''Fly! Wattrel!!'' and ''Quaxly, We Can Do It'', Spinel also used an unknown device to see through his Pokémon's eyes. In ''[[HZ065|Liko and Amethio]]'', Spinel used that same device to record Amethio helping [[Liko]] out a cave.
* In ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', the Explorers commanded by [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] used several drones to create laser containers for use in moving the five members of the [[Six Heroes]] they possessed.

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" |Watches
!Tracker
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Transceiver
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers watch.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers tracker.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers transceiver on Pokémon.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{dragon color light}}"
|}

===Vehicles===
*In ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', [[Amethio]] contacted [[Hamber]] from a submarine. This submarine later made further appearances as Amethio, [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]]'s method of transportation around the world.
*In ''[[HZ014|Fly! Wattrel!!]]'' and ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', Spinel is seen commanding his Pokémon against [[Friede]] and later [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] from a van outfitted with high-tech surveillance equipment. This van made further appearances as Spinel's base of operations.
*In ''[[HZ025|Rivals in the Dark of Night!]]'', Hamber, [[Sidian]], and [[Coral]] traveled to [[Galar]] using an Explorers helicopter. It also used in ''[[HZ079|Over the Top!]]'' for Sidian and Coral to sneak into [[Area Zero]].
* In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'' and ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] used a group of Explorers-branded trucks to transport the dormant members of the [[Six Heroes]] under their custody.

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" |Submarine
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Van
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Helicopter
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers submarine.png|250px]]
|[[File:Spinel van.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers helicopter.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{dragon color light}}"
|}

===Other===
* In ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' and several subsequent episodes, the Explorers leadership are shown using virtual reality technology to attend meetings at the organization's headquarters. This technology projected holograms of them into the headquarters' meeting chamber, where they could conduct their business as if they were physically in the room. [[Gibeon]], the Explorers' first leader, used similar technology to speak to his subordinates through a holographic monolith projected into the meeting room.
* In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', the Explorers used a resonance generator that could transmit energy at long distances. After observing [[Pagogo|Terapagos]] using his equipment, Spinel was able to recreate Terapagos's energy signature on the resonance generator to attract the [[Black Rayquaza]]. It was later deactivated by [[Dot]] and then destroyed by Rayquaza.
* In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', while looking through Spinel's computer at Exceed, Amethio uncovered documents for a prototype of device called the [[Strong Sphere|Laquium Sphere]]. In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', using the Laquium Sphere, Spinel infected all but one of the Six Heroes with Laquium mist, making them go completely berserk.
* In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Gibeon was revealed to have a strange device on his suit that can turn [[Laquium]] crystals into mist that is injected into his body through a tube connected to the back of his head. This allows Gibeon to use Laquium to heal his poor health, even allowing him to walk. The device disappeared as Gibeon faded away due to the destruction of Laquium.
* In ''Guided by the Black Rayquaza!'', the Explorers used three machines capable of producing miniature earthquakes in order to stimulate the ground and force the Laquium to grow and expand out of the ground so they can obtain it. They were powered by [[Spinel]]'s {{p|Magnezone}}'s electricity. They were all later destroyed by the rampaging Six Heroes. In [[HZ134]], five of these machines are located around a chunk of Laquium and used to activate it and spread its pink mist around [[Laqua]] and [[Mount Pericarp]].
* In ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'', it is revealed that the Explorers captured and placed the Six Heroes, except Rayquaza, as prisoners in pink, energy barriers, which keeps them dormant.
* In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', [[Sidian]] and [[Coral]] used [[Strong Sphere]]s, smaller versions of the Laquium Sphere, during a battle against [[Liko]] and [[Roy]]. In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', a group of Explorers led by [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] revealed upgraded Strong Spheres named Super Strong Spheres, and used them to confront the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Resonance generator
! style=" | Earthquake machine
! style=" | Suit device
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere|Laquium Sphere}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Explorers resonance generator.png|250px]]
| [[File:Laquium-activating machine.png|250px]]
| [[File:Gibeon suit device.png|250px]]
| [[File:Laquium Sphere.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style=" | Restraining barriers
! style=" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Explorers Six Heroes prison.png|250px]]
| [[File:Exceed Strong Sphere.png|250px]]
| [[File:Super Strong Sphere.png|250px]]
|-
|}

==Pokémon==
The Explorers, except former leader Gibeon and Cervantis, have at least two Pokémon partners on their teams while former members Hamber and Spinel have three Pokémon in their parties while Indi and Rubina have six Pokémon on their respective teams. Also, each member of the Explorers, except Gibeon, has a [[Rotom Phone]]. In addition, former members Hamber can use {{Tera}}stallization, Chalce can use [[Mega Evolution]], while Coral, Sidian, and Amethio can use both.

The following is a list of Pokémon belonging to unnamed Explorers agents in {{aniseries|HZ}}:

{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Mightyena|nick=Mightyena|Explorers Mightyena Luxray.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Luxray|nick=Luxray|Explorers Mightyena Luxray.png|size=190px|electric|link=no}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Houndoom|nick=Houndoom|Explorers Houndoom.png|size=190px|dark|fire|link=no}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Machoke|nick=Machoke|Explorers Machoke.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Watchog|nick=Watchog (×2)|Explorers Watchog.png|size=190px|normal|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Marowak|Explorers Marowak Golbat Shelgon.png|size=190px|ground|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Golbat|Explorers Golbat.png|size=190px|poison|flying|link=no|nick=Golbat (multiple)}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Shelgon|Explorers Marowak Golbat Shelgon.png|size=190px|dragon|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Druddigon|Explorers Granbull Druddigon.png|size=190px|dragon|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Skuntank|Explorers Druddigon Skuntank Granbull.png|size=190px|poison|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Granbull|Explorers Granbull Druddigon.png|size=190px|fairy|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Gurdurr|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Thievul|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Malamar|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|psychic|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Liepard|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Heatmor|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|fire|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Durant|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|bug|steel|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Poochyena|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Primeape|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|}

==Artwork==
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|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Amethio Pokemon 2023 Expression Sheet.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Zirc Onia Concept Art 2023.jpg|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:HZ Explorers admins concept art.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:HZ Explorers Founders concept art.png|250px]]
|-
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Amethio}} <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1636676500106919936/photo/1</ref>
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Zirc}} and {{color2|FFF|Onia}} <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1636676500106919936/photo/1</ref>
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Spinel}}, {{color2|FFF|Sidian}}, {{color2|FFF|Chalce}}, and {{color2|FFF|Coral}}
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Gibeon}}, {{color2|FFF|Lucius}}, and {{color2|FFF|Rystal}} from 100 years ago
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Sidian Naranja Academy Concept Art.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Coral Naranja Academy Concept Art.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Spinel Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Chalce Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Sidian and Coral in {{color2|FFF|Naranja Academy}} uniforms
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Spinel and Chalce from the {{color2|FFF|List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series episodes#Mega Voltage|Mega Voltage arc}}
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Sidian Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Coral Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Indi Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Rubina Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Sidian and Coral from the {{color2|FFF|List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series episodes#Mega Voltage|Mega Voltage arc}}
| colspan=2 | Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Indi}} and {{color2|FFF|Rubina}} <ref>https://x.com/anipoke_pr/status/1933766351602266402?s=61&t=xKtdVidcKfgZ6A5yGeT6RA</ref>
|}

==Trivia ==
*The Explorers is the first [[villainous team|villainous organization]] created specifically for the {{pkmn|animated series}}.
*The names of the modern-day members of the organization refer to gemstones and rocks used in the creation of jewelry.

==Names==
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|zh_yue=探夢隊 ''{{tt|Tāammuhng Déui|Dreamseekers}}''
|zh_cmn=探夢隊 ''{{tt|Tànmèng Duì|Dreamseekers}}'' {{tt|*|Taiwan}} 探索者队 ''{{tt|Tànsuǒzhě Duì|Explorers}}'' {{tt|*|Mainland China}}
|cs=Průzkumníci
|da=Explorers
|nl=Ontdekkers
|fi=Etsijät
|fr=Explorateurs
|de=Entdecker
|it=Esploratori
|ko=익스플로러즈 ''Explorers''
|no=Oppdagerne
|pl=Pionierzy
|pt_br=Desbravadores
|pt_eu=Exploradores
|es=Exploradores
|sv=Utforskarna
|tr=Kaşifler
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==References ==
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==Related articles==
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[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Villain groups]]

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[[zh:探夢隊]]

Professor Phorus

2026-05-29T20:35:29Z

Gengarzilla: /* On hand */

{{Character Infobox
|color={{white color}}
|corecolor={{steel color light}}
|bordercolor={{Teal Mask color light}}
|name=Professor Phorus
|jname=リン博士
|tmname=Dr. Rin
|image=UNITE Professor Phorus.png
|size=150px
|caption=
|gender=Female
|hair=Black
|eyes=Brown
|region=[[Aeos Island]]
}}
{{Character Infobox/Game
|color={{steel color light}}
|gen={{gen|VIII}}, {{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|UNITE}}
}}
{{Character Infobox/Anime
|color={{steel color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=[[HZ141]]
|enva=Unknown
|jpva=Unknown
}}
{{Character Infobox/Manga
|color={{steel color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon UNITE Manga - Come On Over to Aeos Island!]]''
|debut=''Aeos Energy''
}}
|}

'''Professor Phorus''' (Japanese: '''リン博士''' ''Dr. Rin'') is a [[Pokémon Professor]] who appears in [[Pokémon UNITE]]. As the head of the [[Aeos Research Institute]], she studies [[Aeos energy]], a powerful energy that permeates [[Aeos Island]].<ref>Pokémon UNITE tutorial</ref> In fact, she was the one who discovered Aeos energy. <ref name=COA1>''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]''</ref> She has an assistant named [[Erbie]]. Together they created [[Unite Battle]]s, the premier way of enhancing the power of Aeos energy.<ref name="COA1" /><ref>[https://unite.pokemon.com/en-us/manga/ Summary for ''Aeos Energy'']</ref>

==In the games==
===Appearance===
Professor Phorus is a young woman with fair complexion and brown eyes. Her hair is two-tone in turquoise and black, braided into an elaborate high {{wp|Bun (hairstyle)|bun}} with a {{wp|ponytail}} at the top of the bun and wisps of fringes framing her face. She has tiny eyebrows with fluorescent blue eyeshadow over her upper eyelids and drawn black lashes by the sides of her lower eyelids.

Her outfit consists of a high-collared {{wp|White coat|lab coat}} in a light shade of lavender gray, lined throughout with {{wp|LED strip light|strip lights}} that changes color. The coat features a decorative pattern of {{wp|Xiangyun (Auspicious clouds)|auspicious clouds}} in stylized swirling silver lines. Underneath her coat is a black tightly-fit inner garment. She sports a light gray pair of headphones with glowing circular lights by the backs of the speakers, a metallic gray pair of fingerless gloves strapped with a [[Poké Ball]]-shaped device, and a black-and-gray pair of {{wp|Platform shoe|platform heels}} with black ankle straps. The strip lights on her heels and the lights by her headphones change in color that matches to the ones on her coat.

She also wears an ID card with a lanyard around her neck.

===History===
Professor Phorus is a scientist who conducts research on Aeos energy. She is assisted by a researcher named [[Erbie]]. Her partner Pokémon is {{p|Metagross}}.

She introduces the player to Aeos Island and [[Unite Battle]]s along with a presentation of [[Remoat Stadium]]. But she defers most of the teaching to Erbie, who actually guides the player along in the tutorial battles. Phorus does appear in {{DL|Mer Stadium|Tutorial (Basics 2)}} at [[Mer Stadium]] to explain certain game elements, alongside Erbie.

Phorus shows up again after the player reaches Trainer level 3 to introduce the {{DL|Pokémon UNITE|Beginner Challenge}}, an event for new players. When the player reaches Trainer level 6, Professor Phorus allows the player to use the Energy Rewards menu. There, she explains that the Aeos Research Institute has created a [[Energy Rewards|machine]] that turns [[Aeos energy]] from Unite Battles into energy rewards, a number of items selected at random that range from clothing to [[Holowear]] to various currencies to [[Boost Emblem]]s. She allows the player to use the machine at their leisure. Professor Phorus does not appear again after this point.

==In animation==
==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
Professor Phorus is set to debut in [[HZ141]]<ref>https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2059620641196884017</ref>.
==In the manga==
===[[Pokémon UNITE Manga - Come On Over to Aeos Island!]]===
Professor Phorus appeared in the first chapter ''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]'', reminiscing about her youth with her {{p|Beldum}}, where she played with many of the [[wild Pokémon]] on [[Aeos Island]]. In specific, she recounted a time when she conducted a race for her Beldum and a wild {{p|Scorbunny}}. For some reason, the two Pokémon appeared to [[evolve]] as they ran. This encounter inspired Phorus to do research and ultimately discover Aeos energy. In the present, she and [[Erbie]] explained the power of Aeos energy to an audience at a [[Unite Battle Committee]] event. She was joined by {{p|Metagross}}, who evolved during the intervening years from her Beldum. Together, the two humans explained the creation and purpose of Unite Battles and hinted at plans for further events. Unite Battles were open for business after this point.

In the second chapter, ''[[COA2|Zirco's Holowear]]'', Professor Phrous does not appear in person. However, Erbie attempted to convince [[Zirco]] to wait for him to get Professor Phorus's approval on adding [[Holowear]] to Unite Battles before selling any. Zirco ignored this and sold pre-orders for his holographic cosmetics.

Phorus reappeared in the fourth chapter, ''[[COA4|In Search of an Aeos Energy Spot]]''. She and Erbie were searching for a new [[Aeos energy|Aeos energy spot]] in a mountainous area alongside their partners Metagross and {{p|Elekid}}. Phorus kept an eye on the [[Aeos energy]] readings using a tablet, and made part of the climb on the back of her Metagross.

The two researchers came across a foggy area, but Erbie's {{p|Rufflet}} used {{m|Defog}} to clear the air. They found hidden ruins and high Aeos energy readings, indicating that the ruins were atop the Aeos energy spot. Phorus declared the area the future location of the [[Theia Sky Ruins]] stadium.

Phorus considers herself to be better at research than at logistics, deferring those tasks to Erbie.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Professor Phorus
|pkmn=Metagross
|stage1=Beldum
|stage2=Metang
|type1=Steel
|type2=Psychic
|img=
|cap=Phorus's Metagross
|img2=
|cap2=Phorus's Beldum and Metang
|epnum=COA1
|epname=Aeos Energy
|desc=Professor Phorus has had {{p|Metagross}} since she was a child, when it was a {{p|Beldum}}. In ''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]'', Phorus recalled a time where she conducted a race between it and a wild Scorbunny. As Beldum dashed to the cliff marked as the finish line, it appeared to evolve all the way up to a Metagross due to Aeos energy. As Professor Phorus grew up, Beldum evolved alongside her, continuing to help with her research. It was seen at a Unite Battle Committee event introducing Unite Battles, alongside Phorus.

In ''[[COA4|In Search of an Aeos Energy Spot]]'', Metagross accompanied Professor Phorus into the mountains of Aeos Island as they searched for an Aeos energy spot. Partway through, Metagross carried Phorus on its back as she examined her tablet. Metagross was present when the ruins were discovered that would come to be known as the [[Theia Sky Ruins]].

None of Metagross's moves are known.}}

=====Befriended=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Professor Phorus
|pkmn=Scorbunny
|type1=Fire
|img=
|cap=Scorbunny
|epnum=COA1
|epname=Aeos Energy
|desc=This {{p|Scorbunny}} was a wild Pokémon on Aeos Island that Professor Phorus met when she was a child. As described in a flashback in ''[[COA1|Aeos Energy]]'', Phrous conducted a race between it and her Beldum. As Scorbunny ran to the cliff marked as the finish line, it appeared to evolve all the way up to a {{p|Cinderace}} due to Aeos energy.

None of Scorbunny's moves are known.}}

==Trivia==
* Professor Phorus was designed by [[Hitoshi Ariga]].<ref>[https://twitter.com/ariga_megamix/status/1405553645567897604 Hitoshi Ariga's tweet] (Japanese)</ref>

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{steel color light}}; border:3px solid #{{Teal Mask color light}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{white color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{white color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{white color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| リン博士 ''Rin-hakase''
| From 燐 ''rin'' ({{wp|phosphorus}})
|-
| English
| Professor Phorus
| From ''phosphorus''
|-
| German
| Professor Phos
| From ''Phosphor'' (phosphorus)
|-
| European Spanish
| Profesora Ósfora
| From ''fósforo'' (phosphorus)
|-
| French
| Professeure Phora
| From ''phosphore'' (phosphorus)
|-
| Italian
| Professoressa Phos
| From ''fosforo'' (phosphorus)
|-
| Korean
| 인박사 ''In-baksa''
| From 인 (燐) ''in'' (phosphorus) and the surname 인 (印) ''{{wp|In (Korean name)|In}}''
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 琳恩博士 ''Lín'ēn-bóshì'' / ''Làhmyān-boksih''
| rowspan="2" | From the transcription of her Japanese name and a homophone of 磷 ''lín'' (phosphorus)
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 琳恩博士 ''Lín'ēn-bóshì''
|-
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Professora Fórus
| From ''fósforo'' (phosphorus)
|}
{{-}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==
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[[es:Profesora Ósfora]]
[[fr:Professeure Phora]]
[[it:Professoressa Phos]]
[[ja:リン博士]]
[[zh:琳恩博士]]

Ult

2026-05-29T20:26:28Z

Gengarzilla: /* On hand */

{{Samename|move frequently referred to as an "ult" by [[Pokémon UNITE]] players|Unite Move}}
{{Character Infobox
|color={{Legends Z-A color dark}}
|corecolor={{dark color light}}
|bordercolor={{black color dark}}
|name=Ult
|jname=ウルト
|tmname=Uruto
|image=Ult anime.png
|size=130px
|caption=Ult
|gender=Male
|hair=Green
|eyes=Brown
|hometown=[[Lumiose City]]<ref>https://x.com/i/status/1972224774987513865</ref><ref>''[[HZ112|Mega Evolution - Roy]]''</ref>
|region=[[Kalos]]
|relatives={{OBP|Salt|Horizons}} (father)
}}
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|color={{dark color light}}
|series=''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''
|debut=''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]''
|enva=[[Laura Stahl]]
|jpva=[[Natsumi Fujiwara]]
}}
{{Character Infobox/Team
|color={{dark color light}}
|member=[[Rising Volt Tacklers]]
|rank=Member
}}
{{Character Infobox/Game
|color={{dark color light}}
|gen={{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|UNITE}}
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'''Ult''' (Japanese: '''ウルト''' ''Uruto''<ref>[https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/1908820727832383946 Ult's name romanized as ''Uruto'' in an image from the official Japanese animated series Twitter/X account]</ref>) is a major supporting character in {{aniseries|HZ}}, introduced in the ''[[Mega Voltage]]'' arc. He is [[Roy]]'s [[rival]] and a [[HZ100|member]] of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

==In the animation==
===History===
[[File:Young Ult.png|250px|thumb|left|Young Ult]]
====Pre-series====
Ult grew up in [[Lumiose City]] in the [[Kalos]] region. At some point during his childhood, Ult received a [[Dusk Ball]] from [[Salt (Horizons)|his father]], though he was oblivious to what Pokémon was contained inside.

Due to unknown events, Ult ended up homeless and was forced to live out his days in the Lumiose City alleys alongside his {{p|Sableye}}. One day, a young detective named [[Emma]] approached Ult and allowed him and Sableye a place to stay at her home, the [[Looker Bureau]]. During his stay, Emma taught Ult certain necessities, such as reading, writing, and how to study.

===''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''===
In the year following the events of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', Ult [[HZ112|met]] and [[HZ113|trained]] [[HZ114|alongside]] [[Roy]] in the [[Kalos]] [[region]], which led to them becoming [[rival]]s, aquiring [[Mega Ring]]s, and mastering [[Mega Evolution]].
[[File:Ult and Sableye.png|thumb|250px|Ult and {{p|Sableye}}]]
Ult debuted in ''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]''. He found Roy searching for a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Slaking}} and insisted on following him, despite the other's attempts of warding him off. Eventually, they found the Slaking and had their Pokémon battle and defeat it after discovering that it was being influenced by [[Laquium]]. In the following morning, Ult found out that Roy had woken up earlier and left him behind.

In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Ult tracked Roy down to an unknown town, discovering him with [[Liko]]. While continuing to follow them, he and his {{p|Sableye}} accidentally fell down a hole and investigated it, only to be caught by a Laquium-afflicted {{p|Steelix}}. Later, he found Roy and Liko fighting another afflicted Steelix. Seeing the severity of the situation, he Mega Evolved his Sableye and assisted the two in fighting the berserk Pokémon. After being introduced to Liko, his Sableye attempted to eat [[Pagogo]] due to the gems it had, but Ult managed to pull it away. Ult chastised Roy for abandoning him in the forest, leading to Roy realizing that Ult had been following him, though he denied the accusation. He then began a monologue claiming that the [[Black Rayquaza]] would be his, prompting Roy to drag Liko off, much to his frustration.
[[File:Ult Strong Sphere HZ095.png|thumb|250px|left|Ult renounces the power of [[Laquium]] and destroys his [[Strong Sphere]]]]
In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', Ult ended up in the [[Exceed Testing Center]] near [[Mochew City]], where a live demonstration of the [[Strong Sphere]] was being held. He encountered Liko and Roy, but coldly shrugged off Roy's attempt to talk to him due to the motion sickness resulting from having ridden the bus. Ult contemplated using the Strong Sphere at first, but quickly made up his mind to not use it after seeing the effects on [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]]'s Pokémon. He had his Sableye face off against them, but Coral's {{p|Glalie}} wrapped the battle early with a {{m|Self-Destruct}}, allowing Ult, Liko, and Roy to escape. Then, he decided to formally join the two of them on their journey.

In ''[[HZ096|Crash! Team Dragon Rampage!]]'', after learning from [[Dot]] about a [[Black Rayquaza]] sighting near [[Blackthorn City]], the trio decided to go there and investigate. While on the way, they were stopped by [[Team Dragon Rampage]], a trio of {{p|Cyclizar}}-riding {{tc|Dragon Tamer}}s, who feigned ignorance about the Black Rayquaza and fled, accusing Ult's group of being [[Pokémon hunter|Pokémon poacher]]s. Later, the group encountered [[Snake]], an actual poacher. Ult tried facing the man alone, but was scolded by Liko, who stated his reckless actions would never allow him to become strong. Taking Liko's critique to heart, Ult teamed up with Roy and defeated Snake, sending him running off. Impressed by their heroics, Team Dragon Rampage decided to take Liko and Roy, but not Ult, to the [[Dragon's Den]], where the Black Rayquaza was recovering from the events at [[Laqua]]. Ult, however, insisted and found his way there, where he met the [[Legendary Pokémon]] for the first time and told it to get better quickly, as he only wanted to face it at full strength, while also proclaiming his intention of becoming way stronger.
[[File:Ult Rising Volt Tacklers.png|thumb|250px|Ult joining the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]]]
In ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', Ult, Liko, Roy, and Dot, who had joined them in the [[HZ098|previous episode]], arrived at [[Karna's Poké Ball factory]], in [[Galar]], to meet up with [[Orla]], a former member of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]. While the others tried convincing Orla to aid them, Ult found out that [[Karna]] had been hired to manufacture shells for the Strong Spheres, oblivious to what they truly were. Two [[Exceed]] employees came to pick up their order, but when Ult denied them, the [[Explorers]] members [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] stepped in to take them by force. In the [[HZ100|next episode]], Ult, Liko, Roy, and Dot teamed up to battle Indi and Rubina's Laquium-enhanced {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}}. By exploiting a weakness caused by the Laquium's effect, Ult and the others emerged victorious, forcing Indi and Rubina to retreat. Later, after Orla had been convinced to fly on the airship once again, Ult and the others pitched in to help clean and repair the Brave Olivine. Once they were done, [[Mollie]], [[Murdock]], and [[Ludlow]] arrived to join as well. To everyone else's surprise, Ult proudly stated he would be joining the Rising Volt Tacklers as their newest member.

In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', Ult got into an argument with Roy over the messy state of his living quarters. Frustrated, Ult ran away with Sableye to [[Manpūku Town]], where he met {{OBP|Ryan|HZ106}}, a street artist to whom he showed off his [[Dusk Ball]], claiming it housed a powerful Pokémon, though he didn't know exactly who. The next day, Ult realized Ryan had stolen his Dusk Ball and raced to the town, where he found the boy ready to trade it for a Strong Sphere with Indi and Rubina. He challenged them to a battle and managed to win after his willingness to fight for others resonated with the Pokémon in the Dusk Ball, who finally emerged, revealing itself as a {{p|Dragonite}}. The Explorers duo retreated, but Ult followed them. In the [[HZ107|next episode]], he arrived at an [[Explorers base]], but was quickly spotted and locked up. Fortunately, he managed to send Sableye away to get help, who was able to find Roy. The two of them soon fought against Indi and Rubina once more, but they were interrupted by four {{p|Rabsca}}, who were suppressing the battlefield with their {{m|Gravity}}. At this moment, remembering words from [[Salt (Horizons)|his father]], he called for Dragonite's strength in order to protect the ones he cared about. This time, Ult's determination allowed for Dragonite to Mega Evolve, which took out the Rabsca, allowing the two boys to defeat their opponents and escape. While Roy was pleased to see that Dragonite approved him, Ult felt that it wasn't genuine until he could protect the ones he cared about. He later met with Mollie, who gave him some advice and knew he had run off but did not tell anyone, which he appreciated, and he warmed up at the thought of belonging with the group.
[[File:Lacey and Ult.png|thumb|left|250px|Ult and Lacey]]
In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Ult joined Liko and Roy in facing off against the Explorers once again, who empowered five of the Six Heroes with Super Strong Spheres which made them go berserk. Ult's Sableye struggled to deal significant damage to {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}}, leaving Ult shocked at the sheer strength of the Six Heroes. Ult then sent out and Mega Evolved his Dragonite, but despite this Mega Dragonite still was not fully obedient to Ult, not listening to his commands and dodging Gouging Fire's attacks on its own. After Pagogo was defeated, Ult and his friends had to face off against the berserk Six Heroes once again. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], Ult and his friends continued struggling against the rampaging heroes. Despite the timely assistance by [[Amethio]] and [[White Zygarde|Zygarde]], the battle still resulted in a complete defeat for the Rising Volt Tacklers. Exhausted, the effects of the Super Strong Spheres wore off on the Six Heroes, whose unconscious bodies were taken away by the Explorers. After bidding farewell to Amethio, [[Hamber]], and [[Cervantis]], Ult and the others received a call from [[Briar]], who suggested that they come meet her at [[Blueberry Academy]]. Realizing that Blueberry Academy is a school that specializes in Pokémon battling, Ult and his friends decided it would be the perfect location to train for their next encounter with the Explorers.

In ''[[HZ117|Ult-imate Training]]'', Ult battled against [[Lacey]] with his Sableye, but lost the battle as well as failing her Pokémon knowledge quizzes. As a result of this loss, he went along to study Pokémon features and behavior to get better knowledge, struggling along the way. After seeing [[Drayton]] with his Dragonite, Ult opened up to Lacey about his own Dragonite and how his father gave it to him, with both Trainers bonding over their respective parents. After being attacked by an Alolan {{p|Exeggutor}}, Ult followed Lacey's advice about observing Pokémon behavior in battle, working well with his Dragonite to defeat it. This victory resulted in Ult growing closer to his Pokémon as a result.

In [[HZ124]], Ult, Liko, Roy, Dot, and Amethio infiltrated the [[Explorers HQ]] to rescue the remaining Six Heroes. Ult and Roy went up to the roof, where they lured out some Explorers Trainers as a distraction. Once their opponents were defeated, Ult and Roy headed down to meet with the others. All five entered the building, where they were led into a trap by Spinel and forced to battle the Super Strong Sphere-affected Six Heroes once again.

In [[HZ125]], Ult used Dragonite to battle Gouging Fire, but struggled against an opponent he knew nothing about. Remembering what Lacey taught him, Ult tried using his [[Pokédex]] to find information on his opponent, only for it to have nothing on a [[Paradox Pokémon]]. He looked up what moves Dragonite knew, and strategically used Dragonite's {{m|Twister}} to send Gouging Fire's {{m|Ancient Power}} attack back at it, overwhelming and defeating it. Eventually, all five of the Six Heroes were defeated and cured of the Laquium's effects by Pagogo's power. Ult and the others escaped the building, after which the Six Heroes left, promising to meet their friends again in Laqua. Unbeknownst to Ult and his friends, Spinel recorded their encounter and manipulated the events to make the Rising Volt Tacklers appear as the villains. He used this to forced the Rising Volt Tacklers into hiding from the public and advertise the Strong Sphere.

In [[HZ127]], in order to prepare for their upcoming final battle with the Explorers, Ult, Liko, Roy, and Dot decided to get stronger by training with their friends. Due to a lack of a fourth person to battle, Ult was paired with [[Hassel]] and used Dragonite to battle the latter's {{p|Baxcalibur}}. Despite putting up a good fight, Ult failed to notice Hassel's tactics which left Dragonite trapped and frozen in ice. Dragonite was then defeated by a super effective {{m|Glaive Rush}}. Afterward, Hassel noted that Ult reminded him of someone he once knew, much to Ult's confusion.

In [[HZ129]], Ult, Roy, and Liko traveled back to the Dragon's Den and reunited with Team Dragon Rampage. Team Dragon Rampage recognized Ult's Dragonite as originally belonging to the famous adventurer, {{OBP|Salt|Horizons}}, revealing that he was Ult's father. They met with the Black Rayquaza, who was restored to full strength with the meteorite Friede gave to Roy. Rayquaza agreed to help the Rising Volt Tacklers put an end to the Laquium threat and with Pagogo's help, {{Terastal}}lized into a pure {{type|Dragon}}. Ult and Roy teamed up to take on Rayquaza, but its overwhelming strength slowly whittled their available Pokémon down, leaving only Roy's {{TP|Roy|Skeledirge}} remaining. Roy defeated Rayquaza, who accepted him as its new Trainer and allowed him to catch it. Although disappointed by his failure, Ult happily praised Roy for achieving his dream. Rayquaza then left to meet with the other Six Heroes in preparation for the final battle at Laqua.

In [[HZ133]], the Rising Volt Tacklers arrived at Mount Pericarp. Ult, Roy, and Friede went ahead by air to lead Coral and Sidian away, allowing Liko and the others to head to the summit unopposed. Once they landed in a different location, Ult, Roy, and Friede teamed up to face Coral, Sidian, and Chalce, who revealed that they also possessed the ability to wield Mega Evolution. In the [[HZ134|following episode]], the Explorers were eventually defeated, with Sidian admitting that repeated usage of Strong Spheres led to the bonds with their Pokémon weakening. Later, Ult's group reunited with Liko and the others on the summit, where they were greeted by Spinel, Rubina, and Indi.

In [[HZ135]], Ult watched his friends start erasing the Laquium Core, but the Explorers got in the way, even defeating Penny's {{p|Sylveon}} in the process. However, Ult and the group became surprised when Coral turned against Spinel and used her {{p|Scream Tail}}, nicknamed Screamypuff, to take Sylveon's place. Ult and the group became even more surprised when Chalce and Sidian also turned against Spinel as they with Coral decided to team up with the heroes in order to stop him for good. During the process to remove Laquium, Spinel merged with its Core, casuing it to awaken, much to Ult and the group's shock. Ult and the group tried to fight it, but it was too strong. However, they refused to give up and found out that the middle of the Laquium Core was the weak point that they needed to hit. In the [[HZ136|following episode]], Ult teamed up with Friede to give Roy and Amethio time for their Mega-Evolved Legendary Pokémon to get charged up so they can destroy the Laquium Core's defenses. Ult then witnesses the Laquium Core being destroyed for good. After the threat with Laquium was over, Ult decided to remain with the Rising Volt Tacklers and go on new adventures with his friends/teammates, as they are now free to fly into the sky without worry, after having their name clear with the public.

===Character===
[[File:Ult and Black Rayquaza.png|250px|thumb|Ult and the Black Rayquaza]]
Ult is [[Roy]]'s self-proclaimed spirited rival, constantly seeking a battle. He's quick with a snarky comment and easily frustrated, especially when Roy leaves him behind. Despite his arrogant demeanor and sharp tongue, Ult is actually a skilled Trainer with a strong connection to his Pokémon, enabling them to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]], as well as being good with battle tactics, as seen when battling [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] on even footing without using Mega Evolution. He can also be surprisingly supportive, encouraging Roy to overcome his fears and fight for his ambitions. Driven by their shared goal of catching the [[Black Rayquaza]], Ult's impulsive pursuit often leads him into trouble, as seen when he angered a flock of {{p|Dodrio}} and {{p|Fearow}} by trespassing, and also leads to him persistently pursuing Roy to the latter's displeasure. These traits lead to his relationship with Roy being tenuous, as the latter sees him as a nuisance and a liability who will only get in his way and generally doesn't want to put up with him and his over-the-top behavior, always taking any opportunity to escape from his persistent presence. Despite this, Ult does get along with Roy and considers him a close friend. As time passed, Ult's friendship with Roy would steadily grow, as their arguments have toned down and are able to tolerate each other.
[[File:Diana and Ult.png|250px|thumb|left|Ult and Diana]]
Ult is shown to be shy and easily flustered around people, having a hard time interacting with anyone as a result, but is comfortable around Pokémon. Although he can come out of his shell around men after he gets to know them, Ult mostly shows his shy side around women, as seen with [[Emma]] and [[Liko]]. His ineptitude at interacting with girls is displayed when Ult initially mistook [[Dot]] for a boy until [[Murdock]] explained that she is his niece, which caused Ult to freak out because he briefly held her hand before finding out. However, after the events in ''[[HZ096|Crash! Team Dragon Rampage!]]'', Ult became comfortable around Liko and developed an admiration for her compassion for Pokémon, even seeing her as a very good friend. Ult also became friends with Dot and gets along well with her, only clashing with her [[HZ128|once]]. During the events in ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'' and ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', Ult came to respect [[Mollie]], as she didn't tell their teammates about him running away and gave him some advice when he returned. Also, Ult quickly befriended [[Diana]], Liko's grandmother, after finding out that she used the [[Brave Olivine]]'s observation deck as a room as well. All of these interactions show that his kind nature can effectively overtake his shyness towards women once a friendship or connection has been established with them. Although his relationship with Emma seems complicated, Ult does respect her and consider her family, as she took him in and taught him how to read and write.
[[File:Dot Liko Roy Ult.png|thumb|250px|Ult and his friends]]
At first, Ult had a hard time interacting with the older members of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], due to not knowing them well and not spending time around people. However, after getting to know the older members, Ult comes to see them as his friends and is on good terms with them. Although, Ult mostly hangs out Roy, Liko, and Dot, as his strong friendship with them is part of the reason he [[HZ100|decided to join]] the Rising Volt Tacklers. As time passed, Ult comes to enjoy being a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers and spends every chance he could to bond with his teammates. Upon meeting [[Friede]] formally in ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'' and hearing his story as to how he went to space, Ult started to admire him greatly, even going to the point of calling him "Master Friede". Ult is also impressed that Friede can use Mega Evolution with two of his Pokémon like he can with his partners. In addition, Ult decided that he wanted to be just like Friede someday, which has Roy, [[Orla]], Mollie, Liko, and Dot worried, due to the latter's tendencies to forget to give important details. Ult is even impressed with [[Wy-Yes]]'s accomplish when he meets him in [[HZ131]]. Through his friendship with his teammates, Ult easily trusts their allies and friends, such as [[Amethio]]. Ult even comes to enjoy the freedom of flying the open sky with his friends and teammates.

Ult has changed for the better during his time as a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers, but his tendency of wanting to battle and his enthusiasm has remained. He has also learned to be a team player and that true strength comes from protecting others, especially his friends. In addition, Ult has come to understand that he can't do everything alone and he can relay on his friends for help. Ult is even mellowing out, becoming less arrogant, and to not rush into things, as seen in ''[[HZ119|Don't Give Up, Crocalor!]]'' and ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]''. His social skills has shown improvement and is overcoming his shyness around people by interacting with them more. He is also able to speak his mind with those around him without getting too upset. In addition, Ult has shown to be aware of his flaws and is determined to not only correct them, but to rise above them all.

Ult deep down prefers to battle all out with his Pokémon and is a kind person at heart, and seemingly has an effective moral code, disgusted by the use of [[Laquium]] in battle and helping Roy and Liko battle the [[Explorers]] without hesitation. This is also shown when Ult tells the Black Rayquaza to get better soon, as he only wanted to battle it at full strength. He ends up getting his wish to battle the Black Rayquaza at full strength in [[HZ129]]. Ult's good heart mainly shines through for his compassion and passion for Pokémon, although his adventures with his friends and teammates has brought that part of himself out further for people. He even means well and would do what he could to help his friends whenever they needed it.

He also has a strong sense of justice and dislike those who mistreat Pokémon, such as the Explorers and Pokémon hunters. Ult even becomes determined to stop anyone who would hurt Pokémon, especially the Explorers. In addition, Ult can't stand see any Pokémon trap in cages, as he got angry with himself for not doing something when he saw two of [[Lucius]]'s [[Six Heroes|remaining Pokémon]] {{TP|Lucius|Kleavor}} and {{TP|Lucius|Lapras}} trapped in boxes at the Explorers base in ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', but is [[HZ108|assured by his friends that his information]] is important for their mission in rescuing the remaining heroes. Ult has shown good intuition and is able to see through the Explorers lies, as seen in ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'' and [[HZ125]], due to not only seeing them for who they truly are, but also because of his friends and teammates stories about them.

Similar to Roy, Ult has shown to be rather gluttonous, which has caused him trouble before, like when he [[HZ101|tried to eat all]] of the food in [[Naranja Academy]] despite it not being for him. Ult also enjoys Murodck's food, especially his sweets. As shown in ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'' and ''[[HZ097|The Prankster]]'', Ult suffers from a form of motion sickness, causing him to feel unwell when riding certain vehicles such as buses or boats including the Brave Olivine. Because of this, he feels more comfortable sleeping in the Brave Olivine's observation room where he can see the sky outside. Although, Ult seems to have gotten over his motion sickness for flying on the Brave Olivine, as travling with his friends and teammates around the airship helped ease him. Ult isn't afraid to try new things, as shown in ''[[HZ105|Riding the Waves]]'', when he decided to give surfing a try. He has even taken an interest of going into space after watching [[Ludlow]]'s Guy Silver's [[HZ121|space film]] and through Friede's experiences.

While Ult puts up a strong front, he can be intimidated by stronger opponents, as seen in ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'' where his Sableye was overpowered by [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]] under the influence of a [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere]]. After losing to five of the Six Heroes in the [[HZ111|next episode]], Ult became depressed, but quickly shakes it off and became motivated to get stronger in order to help them. Ult has also shown an emotional side, as seen in [[HZ129]] when he breaks down in tears that he didn't catch the Black Rayquaza. However, Ult easily cheered up and with humility accepted that the Sky High Pokémon picked Roy to be its Trainer fair and square. Ult's acceptances in not catching the Black Rayquaza demonstrates his growth as a person and Trainer.
[[File:Emma and Ult.png|250px|left|thumb|Ult and [[Emma]]]]
Prior to the events of the series, Ult was given a {{p|Dragonite}} in a [[Dusk Ball]] by [[Salt (Horizons)|his father]]. As the time passed, however, Dragonite seemed unwilling to come out, which Ult may have taken as a sign that it did not recognize his strength. Since then, his goal was to become stronger in order to win its approval. It was once he displayed willingness to fight for others when Dragonite reacted and finally appeared before him. Despite this progress, Ult was still unsure if Dragonite truly approved of him, so he made it his goal to become the strongest in order to protect everyone. Since then, Dragonite has obediently come out of its Ball when asked, however, it has a [[Disobedience|tendency]] to act without its Trainer's commands. However, during the events in ''[[HZ117|Ult-imate Training]]'', Ult and Dragonite start to work out their issues, which has them becoming on better terms.

Back in [[Kalos]] when he and Roy had their first battle with each other, Ult is shown to be impatient and reckless in battling as he continously told his Sableye to use Power Gem repeatedly not noticing it's getting overwhelmed by overusing the attack ultimately causing them to lost. After some advice from [[Master Mayonnaise]] and a battle with [[Count Hoisin]] and [[Shōyu]], he was able to battle effectively with his Sableye and trusts it more. However, he can still be prone to comedic outburst as observed in ''[[HZ116|Terarium Training!]]'' when he refuses to accept [[Lacey]]'s advice to observe a Pokémon first before approaching and battling, and in the [[HZ117|next episode]] constantly getting frustrated at getting all answers wrong in her quiz, while his Sableye takes damage from her {{p|Excadrill}}. Ult does eventually take Lacey's advice, as he used it to battle an Alolan {{p|Exeggutor}}. Ult even used his [[Pokédex]] to help him in his time of need, as seen in [[HZ125]]. He also learned to develop new battling styles to help his Pokémon, as demonstrated in [[HZ132]], when he worked on improving his Sableye's defense by using its giant gem in its Mega Evolved form to protect itself and those around it. In addition, Ult has been using the terrain to his advantage during a battle, as shown in [[HZ134]].

===Pokémon===
[[File:Ult party.png|thumb|250px|Ult and his Pokémon]]
Ult's team consists Pokémon who can use [[Mega Evolution]]. Both of Ult's Pokémon are strong battlers, as they have helped their Trainer out of a tough jam.

This listing is of Ult's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in {{aniseries|HZ}}:
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====On hand====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ult
|pkmn=Sableye
|mega=yes
|type1=Dark
|type2=Ghost
|img=Ult Sableye.png
|img2=Ult Mega Sableye.png
|cap2=Ult's Mega Sableye
|epnum=HZ090
|epname=Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)
|vajp=Ayane Sakura
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|vaennote=<ref>[https://x.com/billsvoice/status/2015420396124934432 Bill Rogers twitter].</ref>
|desc={{p|Sableye}} is Ult's main partner. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] into a Mega Sableye.

In ''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]'', Sableye Mega Evolved in order to help [[Roy]]'s Pokémon defeat a [[Laquium]]-enhanced {{p|Slaking}}. In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Sableye was used to assist Roy and [[Liko]]'s Pokémon in battling two Laquium-enhanced {{p|Steelix}} by Mega Evolving. Sableye has also shown interest in eating [[Pagogo]], likely due to its crystalline body.

In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', Sableye battled [[Coral]]'s {{p|Glalie}}, with Sableye dominating the battle despite its opponent's use of Laquium. Glalie ended up using {{m|Self-Destruct}}, causing its own defeat and allowing Ult, Liko, and Roy to escape.

In ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', Ult and Sableye were captured by [[Spinel]] and the Explorers at an [[Explorers base]]. After being saved by its Trainer, Sableye fled to meet Roy, who guided it there. Once there, Sableye battled with Roy's other Pokémon against [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s Pokémon, and when all seemed lost, the group was saved by Ult's Dragonite, which used Mega Evolution for the first time under Ult's command.

In ''[[HZ117|Ult-imate Training]]'', it was used to battle [[Lacey]]'s {{p|Excadrill}}, and was defeated.

In [[HZ124]], Sableye teamed up with Captain Pikachu and Roy's Lucario to help Ult, Roy, [[Amethio]], and the girls mission to save the remaining Six Heroes from the Explorers, as they battle the grunts. Despite the three defeating the grunts, Sableye came in no shape to continue the mission.

In [[HZ133]], Sableye Mega Evolved alongside Roy's Lucario and Instructor {{p|Starmie}} to battle against the Explorers Admin's Mega Evolved Pokemon. Sableye and Starmie focused on Aerodactyl and Glalie while Lucario focused on fighting Medicham. In the [[HZ134|next episode]], Sableye almost got hit by Glalie's {{a|Refrigerate}}-boosted Self-Destruct, but Instructor Starmie took the hit for it. Due to most of the Pokemon being knocked out, Sableye with its group won the battle.

In [[HZ135]], Sableye participate in stoping the Explorers from interfering in their attempts to erase the Laquium once and for all. However, after Spinel merged with the Laquium Core and awaken it, Sableye tried to stop it, but was defeated and returned to its Poké Ball to rest.

Sableye's known moves are {{m|Power Gem}}, {{m|Throat Chop}}, {{m|Confuse Ray}}, and {{m|Shadow Sneak}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ult
|pkmn=Dragonite
|mega=yes
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Ult Dragonite.png
|img2=Ult Mega Dragonite.png
|cap2=Ult's Mega Dragonite
|epnum=HZ106
|epname=The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open
|vajp=Kohsuke Tanabe
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Dragonite}} is Ult's second known Pokémon. It was given to him by [[Salt (Horizons)|his father]] and is kept in a [[Dusk Ball]]. It seems to only appear when Ult needs its help to protect others. It is capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] into a Mega Dragonite.

For a long time, Dragonite seemed unwilling to come out of its Dusk Ball, resulting in Ult forgetting the identity of the Pokémon inside.

In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', reacting with Ult's willingness to fight for others, Dragonite appeared before him for the first time and quickly defeated [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s {{p|Darmanitan}}. In the [[HZ107|next episode]], when Ult called for its strength in order to protect the ones he cares about, Dragonite appeared once again. This time, it Mega Evolved, allowing it to overpower the opposing {{p|Rabsca}}'s {{m|Gravity}} and defeat them. Alongside [[Roy]]'s Mega {{TP|Roy|Lucario}}, it defeated the Explorers duo's {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}} Darmanitan.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Dragonite was used was used alongside the rest of Ult, [[Liko]], and [[Roy]]'s Pokémon to battle against five of the [[Six Heroes]], who were under the influence of the [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Spheres]]. Together, they stalled for time to allow [[Pagogo]] to purify the Laquium away from the heroes' bodies, but the Explorers used the Super Strong Spheres once more on them. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], despite its efforts, Dragonite gets knocked out by [[Coral]]'s {{p|Glalie}}'s Laquium-afflicted {{m|Self-Destruct}}.

In [[HZ125]], Dragonite was used to battle [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]]. Desptie struggling at first, Dragonite was able to defeat Gouging Fire after Mega Evolving and using {{m|Twister}} to send it crashing into its cage.

In [[HZ135]], Dragonite teamed up with its friends to stop the Laquium Core when [[Spinel]] merged with it, causing it to awaken. In the [[HZ136|next episode]], Dragonite helped its friends weaken the Laquium Core before Pagogo purified the core for good.

Dragonite's known moves are {{m|Dragon Rush}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Twister}}.}}

====Traveling with====
{|width="75%"
|{{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Ult Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|}



===Other outfits===
====Swimwear====
* In ''[[HZ105|Riding the Waves]]'', Ult wore dark blue swim trunks patterned with a purple {{p|Rayquaza}} and a pair of swimming goggles with a purple band.

====Images====
<gallery widths="200">
Ult swimsuit.png|Ult's swimsuit
</gallery>

===Voice actors===
{{vatable
| color = {{Legends Z-A color dark}}
| bordercolor = {{black color dark}}
| ja = 藤原夏海 ''[[Natsumi Fujiwara]]''
| en = [[Laura Stahl]]
| he = יובל בינדר ''Yuval Binder''
| nl = Veerle Burmeister
| fr_eu = Émilie Guillaume
| pt_br = Wirley Contaifer
| es_la = Marysol Lobo
| pl = Szymon Karbowy
}}

===Gallery===
====Artwork====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{Legends Z-A color dark}}; font-size:80%; color:#000;"
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult anime 2.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult anime 3.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult and Sableye Concept Artwork.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Concept Artwork.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{black color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Mega Voltage Concept Artwork.png|x200px]]
|-
| colspan="2" | Official artwork from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon Horizons: The Series}}''
|}

====Other====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{Legends Z-A color dark}}; font-size:80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Pocket Monsters Mega Voltage Scoop Book.png|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Pocket Monsters Mega Voltage Scoop Book Liko Roy Ult.jpg|x200px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; overflow:hidden" |[[File:Ult Team Mega Voltage.png|x200px]]
|-
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
| colspan="1" |''CoroCoro Comic'' April 2025
|}

====Eyecatch====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background:#{{Legends Z-A color}}; font-size:80%; color:#fff;"
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Ult Sableye.png|x150px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{dark color light}}" | [[File:HZ eyecatch Ult Sableye Dragonite.png|x150px]]
|}

==Trivia==
* Ult's catchphrase is "Mega".
* Ult was first revealed in the April 2025 issue of ''[[CoroCoro|CoroCoro Comic]]'' magazine (released March 14, 2025), and later in a [https://youtu.be/FEuWFupIma4 trailer] aired after [[HZ088]].
* Ult is the only younger member of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] who:
** Currently has a Pokémon introduced in [[Generation III]].
** Doesn't own a Pokémon introduced in [[Generation IX]].
** Doesn't have access to {{Tera}}stallization.
** Owns a [[pseudo-legendary Pokémon]].
** Only has two Pokémon in his [[Party|team]].
** Doesn't have Pokémon of the same type.
** Keeps a Pokémon in a non-standard [[Poké Ball]], i.e. a [[Dusk Ball]].
* Ult is the first original character in the {{pkmn|animated series}} to have [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] more than one Pokémon. He is also the second character overall in the animated series to have done so, after [[Gurkinn]].
** He is also the first to Mega Evolve multiple Pokémon within a single [[series]].
* As revealed in [[HZ129]], according to rumors that [[Team Dragon Rampage]] have heard, Ult has a heart-shaped mole on his butt. Although it wasn't seen, Ult's Sableye confirms its existence.
* In the Japanese version, Ult uses the pronoun "'''{{tt|俺様|おれさま}}''' (''ore-sama'')" meaning "my esteemed self" or "Mr. I", a highly informal way of referring to oneself, often used by fictional characters to express arrogance or self-importance.
* When Mega Evolving his Pokémon, Ult uses the phrase "Break through with outrageous power!" (Japanese: '''トンデモパワーで全開突破ァ！！''' ''Break through with outrageous power!!'').

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{Legends Z-A color dark}}; border:3px solid #{{black color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{dark color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Language
! style="background:#{{dark color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Name
! style="background:#{{dark color light}}; color:#FFFFFF" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ウルト ''Uruto''
| From ウルトラ ''urutora'' (ultra) or ''ultimate''
|-
| English, Latin American Spanish, French, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish, Turkish
| Ult
| From ''ultra''
|-
| German
| Ulf
| Similar to his English name and from the Norse masculine name ''{{wp|Ulf}}''
|-
| European Spanish
| Unai
| Similar to his English name and from the Basque masculine name ''{{wp|Unai (name)|Unai}}''
|-
| Korean
| 울트 ''Ult''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 烏魯特 ''Wūlǔtè'' / ''Wūlóuhdahk''
| rowspan="2" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 乌鲁特 ''Wūlǔtè''
|}
{{-}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles ==
* [[:Category:Episodes focusing on Ult|Episodes focusing on Ult]]
* [[a:Category:Ult|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
{{Rising Volt Tacklers}}
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|Legends Z-A|dark}}
{{UNITE NPCs|Legends Z-A}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

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Indigo Academy

2026-05-27T20:33:15Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pins */

{{AnimeLocationInfobox
|name=Indigo Academy
|image=Indigo Academy.png
|characters=セキエイ学園
|japanese=Sekiei Academy
|imagesize=250px
|region=Kanto
|colorscheme=Paldea
|epicode=HZ001
|episode=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
}}

'''Indigo Academy''' (Japanese: '''セキエイ学園''' ''Sekiei Academy'') is an {{pkmn|animated series}}-exclusive boarding school in [[Kanto]], located near {{rt|22|Kanto}}. [[Liko]] attends the school in ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''.

==In animation==
[[File:Liko choosing Sprigatito.png|thumb|200px|Liko welcoming Sprigatito as her Pokémon partner on her first day of class at Indigo Academy]]
===Overview===
To enter Indigo Academy, a potential student must complete several interviews with teachers to define their skills and interests with their potential Pokémon partners.

As part of the Indigo Academy initiation process, the Headmistress gives a talk about the [[Pokémon world]], and soon after, the teachers give the students their respective [[Rotom Phone]]s and [[first partner Pokémon]]. The Academy's subjects cover aspects of the Pokémon world, such as {{pkmn|battle}} methods, partnership, and [[friendship]] with the respective Pokémon partner.

Despite being mostly face-to-face, Indigo Academy has a distance learning modality. In this case, the class is broadcast live via a Rotom Phone for students to watch.

As suggested in ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'', Indigo Academy has a student body called the Selection Team, where the students who stand out the most are nominated for a spot in the [[Pokémon League]] competition. To date, the only known student to have received this recognition was [[Ann]].

===Pins===
Entering Indigo Academy, depending on the academic year they're admitted in, students are given a pin placed on their uniforms, displaying a [[Type]] symbol. These are the class year symbols currently known.

In ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'', [[Liko]] was first shown with a {{t|Grass}} symbol. After entering into the bus, three other students can be seen with the {{t|Fire}} symbol, as of current, their year is unknown.

In ''[[HZ090|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part One)]]'', after a year later has passed, students who see Liko as their upperclassman can be seen with a {{t|Water}} symbol.

{| class="roundtable c" style="background: #{{indigo color}}; border: 3px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; width: 10%;"
! style="background:#{{indigo color light}}" |Grass
! style="background:#{{indigo color light}}" |Fire
! style="background:#{{indigo color light}}" |Water
|-
| [[File:Grass icon SwSh.png|50px]]
| [[File:Fire icon SwSh.png|50px]]
| [[File:Water icon SwSh.png|50px]]
|}

===History===
====Background====
At some point in the past, [[Liko]]'s parents, [[Lucca]] and [[Alex]], studied at the academy.

===={{aniseries|HZ}}====
In ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'', [[Liko]] began her classes at Indigo Academy and, after receiving her first Pokémon and meeting her roommate [[Ann]], she spent a few days adapting to her new Pokémon partner. Later, the Indigo Academy was the site of the first clash between the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] and the [[Explorers]].

In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Liko revealed to Ann that she would only participate remotely in classes from then on.
[[File:Liko Teacher Rotom Phone.png|250px|left|thumb|A day of classes at Indigo Academy]]
As Liko started traveling with the Rising Volt Tacklers, the Indigo Academy started to appear in some specific events during the plot of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''.

In ''[[HZ008|The Door That Never Opens]]'', Liko was briefly shown participating in an online class.

In ''[[HZ021|The Lonely Hatenna]]'', Liko was seen finishing participating in a class, after which Liko talked a little with Ann about the task they received which involved what each of the students would like to be in the future.

In ''[[HZ035|The Wild Pair, Friede and Cap!]]'', Liko was shown participating in another online class, this time the objective of the class was for each student to choose a {{pkmn|Trainer}} and their Pokémon and write a dissertation about it.

The Indigo Academy briefly appeared in a flashback in ''[[HZ040|Farewell, Sprigatito?]]'', where it was revealed that a group of [[Pokémon Breeder]]s joined the teachers during each student's interviews. These Pokémon Breeders are responsible for raising the [[first partner Pokémon]] that will go to each of the students. In this episode, Liko met [[Marnya]], one of these breeders.

In ''[[HZ046|Welcome to Naranja Academy!]]'', Liko transferred to [[Naranja Academy]] and it was revealed that Ann did the same. In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', after completing the [[Tera Training]], Ann revealed to Liko that she would return to Indigo Academy to improve herself as a Trainer.

In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', it was revealed that a year after the events in [[Laqua]], Liko returned to Indigo Academy and became Ann's roommate again. She left in ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'' to join [[Roy]] in his and Dot's new quest to investigate Laquium cases worldwide. Sometime afterward and prior to ''[[HZ115|Welcome to Blueberry Academy!]]'', Ann left to attend [[Blueberry Academy]] as an exchange student.

===Curriculum===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kanto color light}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{kanto color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{kanto color light}};" |
! style="background:#{{kanto color light}};" |
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Indigo Academy Type class.png|200px]] [[Type#Type effectiveness|Type effectiveness]]
| [[File:Indigo Academy battle class.png|200px]] [[Battle]]
|-
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Indigo Academy music class.png|200px]] Music class
| [[File:Indigo Academy biology class.png|200px]] Biology
|-
|}

===Locations===
'''Auditorium:''' During the beginning of the school year, students receive a lecture in the auditorium about the [[World of Pokémon]] from the Headmistress.

'''Battlefields:''' Battlefields are available for students to use to practice their {{pkmn|battle|battling}}. In ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'', [[Ann]] and [[Liko]] watched as a {{p|Machoke}} battled against an {{p|Espeon}} on one of the battlefields. Later, they had a battle against each other with their {{p|Oshawott}} and {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}}, respectively.

'''Dorms:''' It is shown that each student at Indigo Academy has a room that they share with another classmate. Liko shared her room with Ann during her stay there. Liko and Ann's room is number 303.

'''Clocktower:''' Indigo Academy has a clocktower, where [[Friede]] and [[Amethio]] have their first battle there during Liko's escape from the [[Explorers]].

'''Lakeside:''' In ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]'', Liko used this location as their secret training ground during their nights to improve Sprigatito's {{m|Leafage}}.

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|10px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy Auditorium.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Partner Pokémon Class HZ001.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy Battlefield.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy cafeteria.png|x100px]]
|-
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Auditorium
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Classroom
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Battlefield
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Cafeteria
|-
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy Entrance.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy dorms.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy Clocktower.png|x100px]]
|style="{{roundytop|5px}} border:2px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; background:#{{indigo color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Indigo Academy Lakeside.png|x100px]]
|-
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Entrance
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Dormitory
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Clocktower
| style="background: #eee; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | Lakeside
|-
|}

===Faculty===
====Staff roster====
This list is of the characters that are part of the Indigo Academy staff that appeared during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]''.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{Indigo color dark}}; border: 2px solid #{{Indigo color}}"
|-
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Indigo Academy Headmistress.png|x120px]]
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Liko Homeroom Teacher.png|x120px|Homeroom teacher]]
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Liko second teacher.png|x120px|Homeroom teacher]]
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Indigo Academy Dormitory Mother.png|x120px]]
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Night Watchman HZ001.png|x120px]]
|-
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Headmistress}}'''
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Liko's homeroom teacher}}'''
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Liko's second academic year teacher}}'''
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Dormitory housemother}}'''
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Night watchman}}'''
|-
|}

====Outsourcing====
This list is of characters linked to Indigo Academy but are not officially part of the staff.
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{Indigo color dark}}; border: 2px solid #{{Indigo color}}"
|-
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Marnya.png|x120px]]
| width="210px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Pokémon Breeder HZ040.png|x120px]]
|-
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Marnya}}'''
| style="background: #{{Indigo color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color|{{kanto color dark}}|Unnamed Pokémon Breeders}}'''
|-
|}

===Known students===
====Current students====

{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kanto color dark}}; border: 2px solid #{{kanto color}}"
|-
| width="200px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Liko School Uniform 2.png|x120px]]
| width="200px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Ann School Uniform 2.png|x120px]]
|-
| style="background: #{{Kanto color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Liko}}'''
| style="background: #{{kanto color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Ann}}'''
|}

====Former students====
{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{kanto color dark}}; border: 2px solid #{{kanto color}}"
|-
| width="200px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Alex anime.png|x120px]]
| width="200px" style="background: #eee; {{roundytop|5px}}" | [[File:Lucca anime.png|x120px]]
|-
| style="background: #{{Kanto color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Alex}}'''
| style="background: #{{kanto color light}}; {{roundybottom|5px}}" | '''{{color2|{{kanto color dark}}|Lucca}}'''
|}
{{-}}

===Pokémon seen at the school===
====Used by employees====
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Indigo Academy|Poliwhirl|Poliwhirl Indigo Academy.png|Water|link=no}}
|
|
|-
|}

====Given to new Trainers====
As part of the academic cycle at Indigo Academy, each student receives a traditional [[first partner Pokémon]] from one of the several [[region]]s of the [[Pokémon world]]. Unlike the Pokémon received by [[Pokémon Professor]], the Pokémon received is not chosen by its future [[Pokémon Trainer]] themself, but rather by the staff of the academy based on the entrance interview. In some instances, a Pokémon Breeder can deem a Pokémon suitable for a specific student during the school interview.
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center;
|
{| width="100%"
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Bulbasaur|0001Bulbasaur.png|grass|poison|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Charmander|0004Charmander.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Squirtle|0007Squirtle.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Chikorita|0152Chikorita.png|grass|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Cyndaquil|0155Cyndaquil.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Totodile|0158Totodile.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Torchic|0255Torchic.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Mudkip|0258Mudkip.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Turtwig|0387Turtwig.png|grass|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Chimchar|0390Chimchar.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Piplup|0393Piplup.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Snivy|0495Snivy.png|grass|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Tepig|0498Tepig.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Oshawott|0501Oshawott.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Chespin|0650Chespin.png|grass|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Fennekin|0653Fennekin.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
|-
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Froakie|0656Froakie.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Rowlet|0722Rowlet.png|grass|flying|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Litten|0725Litten.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Popplio|0728Popplio.png|water|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Scorbunny|0813Scorbunny.png|fire|link=no|size=100px}}
| {{InactivePoké|Indigo Academy|Sprigatito|0906Sprigatito.png|grass|link=no|size=100px}}
|}
|}

====Other====
Indigo Academy students also receive a [[Rotom Phone]], with some basic functions installed on it, such as a version of the [[Pokédex]].
{| width="50%"
| {{InactivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|0479Rotom-Phone SV.png|size=100px|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|
|}

====Transportation====
*In ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All Part One]]'', Liko took the bus to get Indigo Academy and later on, Ann took the same bus to go home during the school's break.

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{indigo color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{indigo color dark}}; color:black"
|- style="background:#{{indigo color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" |Bus
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Indigo Academy Bus.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{indigo color light}}"
|}

==In the manga==
[[File:Indigo Academy HZM.png|250px|thumb|Indigo Academy in Pocket Monsters]]
===Pocket Monsters===
Indigo Academy appeared in the {{OBP|Anime Pocket Monsters: Liko and Roy's Adventure|manga}} manga.

===Pocket Monster: Liko's treasure===
Indigo Academy appeared in the [[Pocket Monster: Liko's treasure]] manga.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Indigo Academy shares its name with [[Indigo Plateau]] in both Japanese and English as well as a number of other languages, except Spanish.

==In other languages==
{{Langtable|color={{indigo color}}|bordercolor={{indigo color dark}}
|zh_cmn=石英學園 / 石英学园 ''Shíyīng Xuéyuán''
|zh_yue=石英學園 ''Sehkyīng Hohkyún''
|cs=Indigová akademie
|fi=Indigo-akatemia
|fr=Académie Indigo
|de=Indigo-Akademie
|it=Accademia Blu
|ko=석영학원 ''Seogyeong Hagwon''
|no=Indigo-akademiet
|pl=Akademia Indigo
|pt_br=Academia Índigo
|es=Academia Índigo
|sv=Indigoskola
}}

==Related articles==
* [[Vermilion City school]]

{{Schools|Kanto}}
{{Kantoanime}}
{{DoubleProjectTag|Anime|Locations|locations in the animated series.}}

[[Category:Educational institutions]]

[[de:Indigo-Akademie]]
[[es:Academia Índigo]]
[[fr:Académie Indigo]]
[[it:Accademia Blu]]
[[zh:石英學園]]

Rubina

2026-05-27T18:31:08Z

Gengarzilla: /* Character */

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|jname=ルーベラ
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|gender=Female
|hair=Black and red
|eyes=Yellow
|hometown=Unknown
|region=Unknown

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|debut=''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''
|enva=Erica Lindbeck
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'''Rubina''' (Japanese: '''ルーベラ''' ''Rubella'') is a recurring antagonist who first appeared in ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''. She is a member of the [[Explorers]] and is commonly seen at [[Indi]]'s side.

==History==
[[File:Indi and Rubina.png|250px|thumb|left|Indi and Rubina battling together]]
Rubina debuted in ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', alongside [[Indi]]. During an argument between [[Karna]] and a pair of [[Exceed]] subordinates, they intervened in order to convince Karna to deliver the [[Strong Sphere]] parts. However, they soon found out [[Liko]] and [[Roy]] of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] being there and immediately engaged in battle against them, [[Dot]], and [[Ult]], using their Strong Spheres to power up their {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}}. The battle properly started in the [[HZ100|next episode]], where they ended up being defeated after their opponents discovered the pattern behind the Tauros's attacks. After retreating, they reported back to [[Spinel]].

In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', Rubina and Indi spotted {{OBP|Ryan|HZ106}} trying to trade a [[Dusk Ball]] housing a powerful Pokémon for a Strong Sphere and were seemingly about to accept the offer, only for Ult to show up, declaring himself as the Dusk Ball's owner. Recognizing him as a Rising Volt Tackler, Rubina put away the Dusk Ball, and the Explorer duo prepared for battle, powering up their {{p|Darmanitan}} with their Strong Spheres. They managed to overpower Ult in numbers and raw strength, but Ult managed to still win once his {{p|Dragonite}} emerged from the Dusk Ball, reacting with its Trainer's willingness to fight for others, forcing Rubina and Indi to retreat. In the [[HZ107|next episode]], Rubina and Indi fought against Ult and Roy, this time with each other's Darmanitan in their {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}}. Due to the assistance of a {{p|Rabsca}} army, they managed to keep the upper hand for the majority of the battle, only to lose once more as Ult's Dragonite reappeared and [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] alongside [[Roy's Lucario]].

In ''[[HZ109|Tinkatuff's Hammer Wasn't Made in a Year!]]'', Rubina and Indi confronted Liko, Roy, and Ult at an Exceed distribution center. In the [[HZ110|following episode]], they used Super Strong Spheres, an upgraded form of the Strong Sphere, to strengthen the captured Six Heroes and force them to battle Liko and her friends. In the [[HZ111|following episode]], Amethio arrived to help battle the rampaging heroes. Despite their combined strength, Liko and the others eventually suffered a total defeat. Exhausted, the effects of the Super Strong Spheres wore off on the heroes, whose unconscious bodies were taken away by the Explorers.

In ''[[HZ120|Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!]]'', Rubina managed to intercept an invasion of Dot and [[Penny]] at the Exceed Museum along with [[Indi]] and [[Chalce]]. After a battle against the two Trainers' Pokémon, Chalce managed to separate Dot from her friend and leave the rest to her and Indi. However, Penny and her {{p|Sylveon}} and {{p|Jolteon}} defeated Rubina's {{p|Scolipede}} and Indi's {{p|Drapion}} before Dot and Penny escaped with the Laquium data thanks to her newly evolved {{TP|Dot|Gholdengo}}.

In [[HZ124]], the younger Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio infiltrated the [[Explorers HQ]] to rescue the captured Six Heroes. Rubina and Indi battled Liko and Amethio to prevent them from entering the building, using Super Strong Spheres to empower their {{p|Salamence}}. They were eventually defeated after Liko's {{p|Charcadet}} evolved into {{TP|Liko|Armarouge}} and learned {{m|Armor Cannon}}.

In the [[HZ125|following episode]], Spinel lured Liko's group into a trap where each of them was isolated into a room containing an Explorers member and one of the Six Heroes. Rubina battled with {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}}, but it eventually lost when Ult Mega Evolved his {{p|Dragonite}} then had it use {{m|Twister}} to send it crashing into its cage. Once each of the Six Heroes was taken out, [[Pagogo]] used its purifying power to cure them of the Laquium's effects. Liko and her friends escaped with the Six Heroes, but unbeknownst to them, Spinel recorded their encounter and manipulated the events to make the Rising Volt Tacklers appear as the villains. He used this to force the Rising Volt Tacklers into hiding from the public and advertise the Strong Sphere.

In [[HZ133]], Rubina and Indi confronted Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] on [[Mount Pericarp]]. They revealed that they were aware of the Rising Volt Tacklers' plan to purify the Laquium Core using the power of Pokémon with eighteen different Tera Types. In order to prevent the plan's success, Rubina and Indi tried to faint some of the chosen Tera Type Pokémon, only for [[Hamber]] to step in and assist Dot's group. Once their Pokémon were defeated, Rubina and Indi were forced to flee. In the [[HZ134|following episode]], Rubina, Indi, and Spinel greeted the Rising Volt Tacklers at [[Laqua]]'s summit.

In [[HZ135]], Rubina, Indi, and and some Grunts used their Pokémon to stop the Rising Volt Tacklers from completing the ritual to purify the Laquium Core. They successfully took out Penny's Sylveon, only for Coral, Sidian, and Chalce to appear and reveal that they were no longer working for Spinel. Coral sent out Screamypuff, her {{p|Scream Tail}}, and had it take Sylveon's place as the {{type|Fairy}} user. Refusing to let his machinations be ruined, Spinel fused with the Laquium itself, causing the Core to rise from the earth. Rubina and Indi were forced to watch in horror as the Core began attacking anyone it perceived as a threat.

In [[HZ136]], Rubina and Indi watched as Spinel became despondent over the loss of the Laquium Core and being defeated by Liko and her Meowscarada. When Umbreon abandons Spinel because of his actions, Rubina and Indi are unsure of what to do. What happened to Rubina and Indi specifically after the truth is exposed and Spinel is arrested for his crimes is unknown.

==Character==
Rubina has a stoic personality and is quite cold and calculating. Due to their use of [[Strong Sphere]]s, both she and [[Indi]] battle without issuing actual instructions to their Pokémon, instead making them rely on their natural instincts, which makes battling against them hard to predict at times.

In [[HZ124]], she is shown to be arrogant and ignorant to the condition of her Pokémon as she was ignorant about the state of her {{p|Salamence}}, saying that she didn't care about its current state, fully believing using a Strong Sphere guarantees victory even after being proven wrong multiple times. Despite her cold and stoic personality, Rubina is loyal to [[Spinel]] and follows his orders without question. She becomes shocked seeing his despondent behavior in [[HZ136]] as Umbreon abandons him and is unsure about what to do. In [[HZ133]], she is shown to use underhanded tactics to take down her opponent such as using {{m|Destiny Bond}} and {{m|Curse}}.

==Pokémon==
===In rotation===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Tauros
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Fire
|img=Rubina Tauros.png
|gender=male
|epnum=HZ099
|epname=Orla, Grounded
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{form|Tauros|Blaze Breed}} {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}} is Rubina's first known Pokémon. In ''[[HZ100|We Are the Rising Volt Tacklers!]]'', he and [[Indi]]'s {{form|Tauros|Aqua Breed}} Paldean Tauros battled against [[Liko]], [[Roy]], [[Dot]], and [[Ult]], only to be defeated.

Tauros's only known move is {{m|Raging Bull}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Darmanitan
|type1=Fire
|img=Rubina Darmanitan.png
|img2=Rubina Darmanitan Zen Mode.png
|epnum=HZ106
|epname=The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open
|vajp=Masaki Kobori
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Darmanitan}} is Rubina's second known Pokémon. In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', it battled alongside [[Indi]]'s {{rf|Galarian}} Darmanitan against [[Ult]] and {{OBP|Ryan|HZ106}}, only to be defeated when Ult's {{p|Dragonite}} came out of its [[Dusk Ball]]. In ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'', it was used by Indi to battle against Ult and [[Roy]], this time in its {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}}, but ended up being defeated by Ult's [[Mega Evolution|Mega]] Dragonite and Roy's Mega {{TP|Roy|Lucario}}.

Darmanitan's known moves are {{m|Fire Punch}} and {{m|Psychic}}, and its [[Ability]] is {{a|Zen Mode}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Scolipede
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Rubina Scolipede Indi Drapion.png
|epnum=HZ120
|epname=Dot and Penny's Top-Secret Mission!
|vajp
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Scolipede}} is Rubina's third known Pokémon. It was used to battle against [[Penny]] and her {{p|Jolteon}} and {{p|Sylveon}} and battled alongside [[Indi]]'s {{p|Drapion}}, only to be defeated.

Scolipede's known moves are {{m|Poison Tail}} and {{m|Poison Jab}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Salamence
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Indi Rubina Salamence.png
|epnum=HZ124
|epname=
|vajp
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Salamence}} is Rubina's fourth known Pokémon. She used it to battle Liko and Amethio alongside Indi's Salamence. It battled against [[Amethio's Ceruledge]] and [[Liko's Charcadet]]. It was defeated after Charcadet evolved into {{p|Armarouge}}.

Salamence's known moves are {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Outrage}}, and {{m|Dragon Dance}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Runerigus (×6)
|type1=Ground
|type2=Ghost
|img=Rubina Runerigus.png
|epnum=HZ133
|epname=
|vajp
|vaen=
|desc=Rubina owns six {{p|Runerigus}}. She used them alongside [[Indi]]'s six {{p|Cofagrigus}} to battle the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], to prevent them from reaching [[Laqua]].

Runerigus's known moves are {{m|Dark Pulse}}, {{m|Destiny Bond}}, and {{m|Curse}}, with one of them also knowing {{m|Mean Look}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Electrode
|type1=Electric
|img=Indi Rubina Electrode.png
|epnum=HZ135
|epname=
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc=Rubina owns an {{p|Electrode}}. It was used alongside [[Indi]]'s {{Shiny}} Electrode to stop the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] from getting rid of the [[Laquium]] by using {{m|Explosion}}. [[Penny]]'s {{p|Sylveon}} was able to minimize the damage the Explosion caused but was defeated herself.

Electrode's only known move is {{m|Explosion}}.}}

====Traveling with====
{| width="75%"
| {{ActivePoké|||nick=Rotom Phone|Rubina Rotom Phone.png|electric|ghost|link=Rotom Phone}}
|
|}

===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Indi
|pkmn=Darmanitan
|type1=Ice
|img=Indi Darmanitan.png
|img2=Indi Darmanitan Zen Mode.png
|epnum=HZ106
|epname=The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open
|vajp=Kenta Miyake
|vaen=
|desc=Rubina used [[Indi]]'s {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Darmanitan}} in ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]'' during their battle against [[Ult]] and [[Roy]]. At the very start of the battle, it transformed into its {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}}. With its movement speed unimpeded due to its teammate's {{m|Psychic}}, Darmanitan was able to overpower its opponents as they were slowed down by {{m|Gravity}}. At the end, however, it was defeated by Ult's {{me|Dragonite}} and Roy's Mega {{TP|Roy|Lucario}}.

Darmanitan's known moves are {{m|Icicle Crash}} and {{m|Flamethrower}}, and its [[Ability]] is {{a|Zen Mode}}.}}

===Other===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rubina
|pkmn=Rabsca (×4)
|type1=Bug
|type2=Psychic
|img=Explorers Rabsca.png
|cap=Rubina's Rabsca
|epnum=HZ107
|epname=Friends as Two, Me and You
|vajp=
|vaen=Frank Todaro
|vaennote=<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/DYzujXzRnc4/ Frank Todaro instagram].</ref>
|desc=These {{p|Rabsca}} were used by Indi and Rubina as part of a strategy to impede [[Roy]] and [[Ult]]'s Pokémon's movements. They were quickly defeated by [[Ult]]'s {{me|Dragonite}}. It is unknown whether these Pokémon actually belong to the duo or are part of the Pokémon at the [[Explorers]]'s base.

All four Rabsca know the move {{m|Gravity}}, with one of them also knowing {{m|Revival Blessing}}.}}
{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Arboliva, Moltres, Lapras, Kleavor, and Gouging Fire
|type1=Bronze
|img=Super Strong Sphere Six Heroes.png
|cap=Lucius's Arboliva, Moltres, Lapras, Kleavor, and Gouging Fire in HZ110
|img2=Rubina Gouging Fire.png
|cap2=Lucius's Gouging Fire in HZ125
|epnum=HZ010
|epname=Nemona and Brassius and...
|main=Six Heroes
|desc=In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Indi and Rubina used [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Spheres]] on the members of the Six Heroes the [[Explorers]] had captured and forced them to fight the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

In [[HZ125]], Rubina used a [[Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere]] on [[Lucius]]'s {{TP|Lucius|Gouging Fire}}, pitting it against [[Ult]] and his {{p|Dragonite}}. After it was defeated, Rubina used another Super Strong Sphere on it under [[Spinel]]'s orders, but the Explorers were thwarted through the combined efforts of the [[White Zygarde]] and [[Pagogo]].
}}


==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{fire color light}}|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|ja=由野ロビン ''Robin Yoshino''
|pt_br=Ana Garcia
|eng=Erica Lindbeck
|fi=Eeva Markkinen
|he=לורן סביר ''Lauren Savir''
|nl=Roos van der Waerden
|es_la=Xanat Martínez
}}

==Gallery==
===Artwork===
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|-
| style="{{roundy|10px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #{{fire color}}; overflow: hidden; width:80px"| [[File:Rubina Concept Artwork.png|300px]]
|-
| Rubina’s concept artwork <ref>https://x.com/anipoke_pr/status/1933766351602266402?s=61&t=xKtdVidcKfgZ6A5yGeT6RA</ref>
|}

==Trivia==
* Rubina mostly uses red Pokémon, so when she used [[Indi]]'s {{rf|Galarian}} {{P|Darmanitan}}, it changed to its {{form|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}} to match that color.
** Even though they used Pokémon of the same species in some battles and different Pokémon in others, in every battle the Pokémon they used had a type in common (Fighting for Paldean Tauros; Fire for Darmanitan; Poison for Drapion and Scolipede; Dragon and Flying for Salamence; Ghost for Cofagrigus and Runerigus; Electric for Electrode).
* Rubina and Indi are tied for owning the most Pokémon of any character introduced in {{aniseries|HZ}}, with eleven each.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{black color}}; border:3px solid #e95762"
|-
! style="background:#e95762; color:#FFFFFF" | Language
! style="background:#e95762; color:#FFFFFF" | Name
! style="background:#e95762; color:#FFFFFF" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ルーベラ ''Rubella''
| From ルーベライト ''{{wp|rubellite}}'' (red variety of {{wp|tourmaline}})
|-
| English, German, Latin American Spanish, Italian, French, Danish, Finnish, Dutch, Norwegian, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, Swedish, Turkish
| Rubina
| Similar to her Japanese name and ''{{wp|ruby}}''
|-
| Korean
| 루벨라 ''Rubella''
| From 루벨라이트 ''rubellite''
|}
{{-}}

==References==
{{reflist}}

==Related articles==
* [[Indi]]

{{Explorers}}
{{Pokémon Horizons characters|black|fire}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Female characters]]

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Ansha

2026-05-27T18:18:57Z

Gengarzilla: /* Mega Dimension */

{{spoilers}}
{{Character Infobox
|color={{white color light}}
|bordercolor={{black color dark}}
|corecolor={{Shining Pearl color light}}
|name=Ansha
|jname=アンシャ
|tmname=Ansha

|image=ZA Ansha.png
|size=100px
|caption=Art from [[Mega Dimension]]
|gender=Female
|eyes=Blue
|hair=Dark gray
|region=[[Kalos]]
|relatives=[[Diantha]] (mother)<ref>[[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]]: ''"Your mom is Diantha, huh? What’s she up to these days, Ansha?"'' ([[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]] – [[Mega Dimension]])</ref>
}}
{{Character Infobox/Game
|color={{Shining Pearl color light}}
|gen={{gen|IX}}
|games={{pkmn|Legends: Z-A}}
}}
{{Character Infobox/Team
|color={{Shining Pearl color light}}
|member=[[Team MZ]]
|rank=Member
}}
|}

'''Ansha''' (Japanese: '''アンシャ''' ''Ansha'') is a [[friend]] character from the {{g|Legends: Z-A}}'s [[Mega Dimension]] [[Downloadable content|DLC]]. She is a talented chef who creates [[donut]]s that dreams of finding the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{P|Rayquaza}} in [[Hyperspace Lumiose]] and gift it to her "dear mama" [[Diantha]]. During the course of the game, Ansha becomes a full-fledged member of Team MZ and assists the group by powering up Hoopa with her donuts in order create portals to the hyperspace.

==In the core series games==
===Appearance===
Ansha is a short, young girl with fair complexion. Her hair is mostly covered in her fluffy white hat; the hair on the back of her head is styled to resemble a {{wp|mochi donut}}. She wears a knee-length black overcoat with a fluffy pink collar over a white sweater, and black shoes with fluffy pink legwarmers, and she carries a small white backpack with golden ornaments. When cooking donuts, Ansha dons her cooking attire, consisting of a bluish-gray apron and head scarf with a donut pattern; Naveen and Lida later sewed the Team MZ logo onto her apron.

===Personality===
[[File:Ansha cooking with Hoopa ZA.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Ansha cooking [[donut]]s with {{p|Hoopa}}]]
Ansha is a young girl who shows surprising maturity and eloquence by the way she speaks and is also polite with the adults around her, addressing them properly. She enjoys making donuts and has been getting better at it over the years: this ability and her caring and kind personality has led the Mythical Pokémon {{p|Hoopa}} to gather an interest in her and two ended up becoming friends. She cares a lot for her mother Diantha, so much so that she wants to get the Legendary Pokémon {{p|Rayquaza}} to give her as a present. Despite this, she seems to be worried that she might not live up to the expectations of being a Champion's daughter, should she pursue being a Pokémon Trainer herself. Moreover, she seems saddened by the fact she does not get to spend much time with her mother, given how busy she is with her acting career.{{-}}

===History===

==== Background ====
At some point in the past, Diantha personally taught her how to make [[donut]]s.

About 6 months prior to the events of Mega Dimension, Ansha stumbled upon Hoopa, who was heavily weakened after losing a battle with a mighty Pokèmon it played a prank on. She fed it a fresh-baked donut, causing Hoopa to regain its strength and since then, it followed her around, helping her visit Hyperspace Lumiose through the use of its Hyperspace Holes.

A few months prior to the events of Mega Dimension, Ansha witnessed a Rayquaza flying over her in Hyperspace Lumiose., inspiring her to catch it for her mother.

At some point prior to her first meeting with [[Team MZ]], Ansha is booked to stay at [[Hotel Richissime]] with [[Lebanne]] assigned to be her babysitter and bodyguard. [[Jacinthe]] grew fond of her, to the point that she kept Ansha company during meals.

====[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]====
=====[[Mega Dimension]]=====
Ansha is a talented donut chef who, along with her partner {{p|Hoopa}}, seeks the [[legendary Pokémon]] {{p|Rayquaza}} to give to her "dear mama", [[Diantha]]. Along the way, Ansha seeks the help of Team MZ to make a donut that will give Hoopa a surge of power, and ends up guiding them to [[Hyperspace Lumiose]].

Ansha first meets [[Paxton (game)|Paxton]]/[[Harmony (game)|Harmony]] in the beginning of [[Mission (Legends: Z-A)|Side Mission 120: Donuts of Unworldly Deliciousness!]], while sitting on on the roof of [[Hotel Z]]. In this initial conversation she requests [[Team MZ]]'s help with the baking of donuts. [[Taunie]]/[[Urbain]] assigns her the front desk of the hotel as well as the kitchen as a workspace.

===Pokémon===
====Befriended====
{{TrainerPoké
| trainer=Ansha
| pkmn=Hoopa
| type1=psychic
| type2=ghost
| img=Ansha Hoopa.png
| img2=Hoopa Powered Up.jpg
| epnum=Mega Dimension
| desc=At some point in the past, {{p|Hoopa}} had its power clamped down by the [[Prison Bottle]] so it wouldn't go rampaging all over, remaining in its Confined form since then. It also seems to have developed some animosity towards the Prison Bottle, refusing to change back into its Unbound form.

About 6 months prior to the events of [[Mega Dimension]], Ansha happened upon Hoopa, heavily weakened after losing a battle to a mighty Pokémon it played a prank on. She fed it a fresh-baked [[donut]], granting its strength back and since then, it followed her around, helping her visit [[Hyperspace Lumiose]] through the use of its {{m|Hyperspace Hole}}s.

It accompanies Ansha in [[Hotel Z]] to ask [[Team MZ]]'s help. Eating donuts baked by her, it gains the power to use its Hyperspace Holes and open up the distortions across Lumiose, which allowed her and the rest of Team MZ to access new pockets of hyperspace. To enter the distortion above [[Prism Tower]] to reach and defeat {{p|Darkrai}}, Hoopa needed to eat the special donut, "Bad Dreams Cruller", infused the power of [[Mega Evolution]], gaining the power of its Unbound Form and successfully allowing the group to reach [[Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare]].

In [[Mission (Legends: Z-A)#Side missions|Side Mission]] #196 ''The Djinn Unbound'', [[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]] found the Prison Bottle among [[AZ]]'s belongings. When Hoopa saw it, another Hoopa, in its Unbound form, suddenly appeared in hyperspace. [[Paxton]]/[[Harmony]] caught the angered Hoopa, who actually got along well with Ansha's Hoopa, and obtained the Prison Bottle from Urbain/Taunie as both Ansha and her Hoopa express that the player keep the bottle away from it, preferring to keep it in its Confined form.

Hoopa's only known move is {{m|Hyperspace Hole}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
| trainer = Ansha
| pkmn = Rayquaza
| type1 = dragon
| type2 = flying
| mega = yes
| img = Ansha Rayquaza.jpg
| img2 = Ansha Mega Rayquaza.jpg
| cap2 = Ansha's Mega Rayquaza
| epnum = Mega Dimension
| desc = A few months prior to the events of [[Mega Dimension]], Ansha witnessed a Rayquaza flying over her in [[Hyperspace Lumiose]]. Inspired to catch it for her [[Diantha|mother]], she sought out [[Team MZ]] to help her track it down. Thanks to Ansha's story about Rayquaza, {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}, Team MZ successfully summoned a distortion above [[Hotel Z]] that'd lead to a pocket of hyperspace housing Rayquaza. The team travelled to [[Hyperspace Sky Pillar]], battled the [[Rogue Mega Evolution|Rogue Mega]] Rayquaza and defeated it, with [[Paxton]]/[[Harmony]] catching it. Having finally met Rayquaza, Ansha expressed her desire to hold off on presenting it to her mom until she became a [[Pokémon Trainer]] herself, and asked the player to look after Rayquaza until that day.

Rayquaza's moves when caught are {{m|Dragon Ascent}}, {{m|Hyper Voice}}, {{m|Outrage}}, and {{m|Meteor Beam}}.
}}



==Trivia==
* Ansha's Hoopa's love for donuts appears to [[List of cross-canon references|reference]] the {{pkmn|movie}} ''[[M18|Hoopa and the Clash of Ages]]'', which features a {{an|Hoopa}} that loves to eat donuts.
* The beginning of Ansha's theme contains elements of [[Diantha|her mother]]'s battle theme.
* Ansha's portion of Taunie/Urbain's Crossiant Curry is smaller and with a lighter colour on the curry.
* Ansha is currently the only [[friend]] character from the [[core series]] to not appear in any sort of battle at all.
** She is also the only member of [[Team MZ]] who is not a {{pkmn|Trainer}} and cannot be battled as well.

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{white color light}}; border:3px solid #{{black color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{Shining Pearl color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{Shining Pearl color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{Shining Pearl color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| アンシャ ''Ansha''
| From アンジャベル ''anjaberu'' (archaic term for {{wp|Dianthus caryophyllus|carnation}}), derived from either ''anjelier'' or ''anjer'' (Dutch words for "carnation") and matches to her mother [[Diantha]] being named after the carnation in Japanese
|-
| English
| Ansha
| From the transcription of her Japanese name and similar to ''Diantha''
|-
| German
| Antja
| From ''anjer'' (Dutch for "carnation") and アンジャベル ''anjaberu'' (archaic Japanese term for carnation)
|-
| European Spanish, Latin American Spanish, French
| Anya
| From ''anjer'' (Dutch for "carnation")
|-
| Italian
| Anjabelle
| From ''anjer'' (Dutch for "carnation") and アンジャベル ''anjaberu'' (archaic Japanese term for carnation)
|-
| Korean
| 안샤 ''Ansya''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 安馨兒 ''Ānxīn'ér / Ōnhīng'yìh''
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| 安馨儿 ''Ānxīn'ér''
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Corbeau/Quotes

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These are [[Corbeau]]'s quotes in the [[Pokémon games]].

==In the core series==
===[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]===
; Mission 20 - "A Request from the Rust Syndicate"
:'''[[Rust Syndicate Office]] (Office)'''
::''"And who exactly am I speaking with?"''
::''"So you two came in place of [[Taunie]]/[[Urbain]], eh? {{tt|She's|If the player is male}}/{{tt|He's|If the player is female}} too good to come herself/himself? But tell me, [[Philippe]], why don't our guests have a scratch on them? You were supposed to crush their spirits. Make them more persuadable.”''
::''"You don't say? Well isn't that interesting... So, you two... I take it you're here to talk some sort of deal? Better make it worth my time."''
::''"Never really wanted the title of boss, I'll have you know. But Philippe there shoved it on me."''
::''"Bah, enough of that! We've got guests—this isn't the time to be discussing our internal affairs. And where are my manners. I've kept our guests standing this whole time! Have a seat on those sofas, why don't you? They're real comfy... Our guests all love ‘em. In fact, they never seem to want to leave ‘em... At least, not before agreeing to everything we ask.”''
::''"Now then, let's talk business. Like I said, though, you better make it worthwhile. Otherwise, who knows what may happen to you?"''
::''“I guess I'd interpret your friend Taunie's/Urbain's lack of communication as an attempt to save you from worrying. She's/he's such a caring girl/boy, after all. Fill them in, Philippe.”''
::''"Your friend helped us, so we helped your friend. A beautiful little circle, isn't it?"''
::''"Well, I take financial matters very seriously. I even personally warned her/him, you know. I straight up asked her/him, "Are you sure? You're not a pro—can you really make a video that good?" I told her/him she/he shouldn't be overpromising. But she/he did. So now what I want to know is... what are you two going to do about the situation?"''
:::'''We need more time to repay you''': ''"Aww, poor us! It sounds like we’re never going to get our money back, Philippe."''
:::'''That interest rate is just crazy!''': ''"What's this? Trying to go back on our terms? Sorry, kid, but a deal is a deal."''
::''“Listen, I'll tell you what. We can leave the matter of the {{pdollar}}100,000 that Taunie/Urbain borrowed between her/him and us. That way, you two only have to deal with all the extra interest she/he accrued.”''
::''“I'm not a monster. I know having this big old debt from Taunie/Urbain hanging over your head can't be fun. And I doubt you can cough up the money, anyway. So I've got a proposal for you.”''
::''“Nothing too hard—I just want you to take care of some little jobs here and there for us. You do well, and I'll start reducing the interest that is owed to us."''
::''“Is this kid trying to test my patience? Ah, no, no. I shouldn't be losing my temper at innocent civilians. Look. I'm cutting you a deal here. Out of the goodness of my heart, I might add. Now, if you choose to reject my kind offer, then we'll just show up at the hotel and have a big old Pokémon showdown. Every single one of us. So, what do you say? I assume you'll accept?"''
:::'''No way''': ''"What was that?"''
::''"{{tt|Now, that's what I like to hear! Pleasure doing business with you."|Jumps to line if player selects 'We accept'}}''
::''"Well, if you work really, really hard, maybe just one job! Or, I could keep giving you more work. It's up to me, really."''
::''"Oh, don't worry. It... probably won't come to that. But look on the bright side—these jobs will be for the benefit of the city! Just do your best, and I'm sure everything will go fine."''
::''"I'll be in touch."''
:'''[[Hotel Z]] (Over [[Rotom Phone]] call)'''
::* After completing Missions 21-23
:::''"Hello, hello. I figured you might’ve all arrived back at the hotel after this long. ...Eh, I suppose I can drop the act. Look, we are always watching you. You’re smart enough to know what that means, right? So, how about it? Ready for your first job? We’ve got a small bunch of troublemakers holed up in one of the old buildings in the Bleu District. I need you to teach them a lesson."''
:::''"If the [[Rust Syndicate]] takes direct action, it could draw a bit too much attention. That’s why I’d like [[Team MZ]] to handle this for us. Just think of it as doing the city a service. Anyway, don’t let me keep you. Good luck!"''
:'''[[Old Building]]'''
::''"Pretty impressive."''
::''"'Course he/she did! It's the Rust Syndicate's job to look after any citizen who needs help."''
::''"I was just stopping by to make sure you handled the job properly."''
:::'''I take it you're not very busy/Nothing better to do, huh?''': ''"Hmph. You must know there are a lot of wild Pokémon coming to [[Lumiose]] these days, right?''
::''"[[Quasartico]]'s holo-tech does a pretty good job of keeping them in set areas and out of trouble. But some make their way into the city and cause problems for people and other Pokémon. This trend has forced some Pokémon out of their usual habitats—and into our living spaces. It's tough not having a place where you belong. It was the same for me back when I was a kid."''
::''"Looks like you didn't take care of every last troublemaker, did you? Now that's sloppy work... So, what're you gonna do with that Pokémon?"''
::''"Well then. I've got your next job lined up already. I need you to help out one of my people. She'll be on the riverbank near the electrical substation. I need you to take care of some... undesirable elements down there."''
:'''[[Lumiose Sewers]]'''
::''"Thanks for taking care of that pesky mess down there."''
::''"Say, is it true you're going around calming down Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon?"''
:::'''It's true''': ''"I see..."''
:::'''I can't say''': ''"Please, there's no point hiding it. As I already told you, we're always watching."''
::''"One more question. I know a guy showed up after you calmed one of those Rogue Pokémon recently. Who was he?"''
:::'''He's just called "L"''': ''"You don't even know his real name, huh?"''
:::'''I don't know him well''': ''"You don't know him, eh."''
::''"Well, that gentleman's name is [[Lysandre]]. He is—or was—a very wealthy and generous businessman. He helped me out when I was a kid. Provided me with support since I had no family to rely on. I...don't know why he did what he did five years ago, or what he's been up to since. But if he's alive, that means I can repay him for everything he's done for me. Oh, but look at me, talking to myself. You better not breathe a word of this to anyone, understand? Otherwise, that interest...It might become a LOT more of an issue for you. Anyway, I have another job for you. We've got a little problem with some outsiders causing trouble on our turf. It might get nasty... but you should be able to handle it for me, right? You'll know what's up if you head to the battle court near [[Centrico Plaza]]. Go take care of it."''
:'''[[Battle Court]] ([[Rouge Sector 1]])'''
::''"Hello there, you two. I heard word you've been acting like you own this place. Too bad you had to go and lose to a kid. People are on edge these days, what with all the wild Pokémon showing up in town. Hardly seems like a good time to be going around troubling our city’s children, now does it?"''
::''"You all should head home for today too, kiddos. Watch out for strangers!"''
::''"I don't think of myself as a hero, you know. Someone has to take action. That's all. Anyway, you really are strong, aren't you? And yet you don't boast or show off... Why, nobody even knows that you're the one calming Rogue Pokémon. You're an interesting one."''
::''"What's happening now? You're coming with me to find out!"''
:'''[[Autumnal Avenue]]''' 
::''"Now here's an unexpected pairing. The CEO of Quasartico and Taunie/Urbain together, huh? Care to explain all the ruckus?"''
::''""Keep our city safe"? Don't make me laugh. Taunie/Urbain! Get the president away from this mess!"''
::''"Well, isn't this an interesting turn of events. Though I'm not sure how I ended up protecting a scoundrel who won't even repay a debt..."''
:::'''You're kinder than you act/You're a good person''': ''"Give me a break! Nice people don't end up in my line of work."''
::''"Still, I can't just abandon folks who are in trouble. That's below even me. Come on now, I'll lend a hand—that makes two against one. I never said I'd play nice!"''
::* After battle
:::''"That's what every defeated villain says. I guess originality wasn't their strong suit. My {{p|Scolipede}} is pretty strong though, eh?"''
:::''"Don't worry about it. Couldn't have you getting injured—otherwise, we'd have to wait even longer to get our money. Not that we'd mind you racking up more interest. Besides, the Rust Syndicate deals in favors, not violence."''
:::''"So... You there, Quasartico president lady... What that rabble was going on about—how the wild Pokémon are coming here because of Quasartico... Any truth to that?"''
:::''"Yeah, I really hope that's all true. It would be a shame for something to happen to this city. I do love this place, in spite of everything I've been through here. Well, thanks for putting in a bit of overtime, kid. I'll be in touch."''
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Hey, good work today. There's something I'd like to discuss. Stop by our office... Alone, please. I'll be waiting."''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"Thanks for coming in."''
:::'''Is this another job?/What do you need?''': ''"You are one interesting kid, aren't you?"''
::''"Running odd jobs to help a friend, calming down Rogue Pokémon... It's all pretty impressive. More than anything, I love that you can hold your own in a battle! So I've decided you're done working for us! I'll clear all the interest, as promised."''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)''' 
:* After completing Mission 20
::''"But that's not actually why I called you here. You see, I wanted to have a proper, no-holds-barred battle with you."''
::''"Now isn't that interesting. You're my next opponent in the Z-A Royale. Fate itself is telling us we need to battle!"''
; Mission 24 - "Reaching Rank C"
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"So, do you have a Challenger's Ticket?"''
::* If the [[player]] does not have their Challenger's Ticket
:::''"Oh, that's too bad. Well then, go have some fun in the [[Z-A Royale]]. I'll be waiting here."''
::* If the player has their Challenger's Ticket
:::''“I love it when someone’s well-prepared. We can get right to our promotion match!”''
::* If talked to before battle
:::''"There's no way I'll lose! There's still so much I need to do."''
::* After talking to Philippe once the player has their Challenger's Ticket
:::''"Suppose I really ought to thank Taunie/Urbain for introducing me to an amusing Trainer like you. Now then, let's get this started."''
:::'''I'm looking forward to it''': ''"The best part of battle is facing a Trainer who's got talent... and then sending them home crying!"''
:::'''Hold on a moment''': {{tt|''“You messing with me or something?”''|Ends conversation}}
::* Before battle
:::''"You're acquainted with Lysandre too, yeah? That's proof enough for me that you're no pushover! I want to experience every drop of your skill as a Pokémon Trainer!"''
:::'''"“Acquainted” might be a strong word/Hey, I barely even know the guy''': ''"Oh, come on. Let's not argue semantics."''
:::''"People, Pokémon... We all get covered in the grime of the world as we go through life. This city needs people willing to get their hands dirty cleaning up all that mess! As a kid, I had no home, nowhere to go... until Lumiose gave me a place where I could belong. I aim to protect this city in any way I can... And for that, I need more influence! I need to reach Rank A!"''
:::'''Regardless of choice''': ''"For now, I'm just gonna enjoy my battle with you to the fullest!"''
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''': ''"Scolipede! As long as you're with me, I can face any pinch with a smile!"''
::* Upon being defeated
:::''“Well, that’s disappointing. I wasn’t able to let Scolipede fully shine.”''
::* After battle
:::''"Don't know if Lysandre sees your talent, but I do. I see what you can bring to this city. Here's a TM as a sign of my respect! It's the move for {{m|Gunk Shot}}. You should have all of your Pokémon learn it."''
:::''"Thanks again. It was a good battle!"''
:::''"You know, we could use someone like you in the Rust Syndicate. What do you say?"''
::::'''I’m a member of Team MZ, so...''': ''“Fair enough. I respect you sticking to your crew.”''
::::'''Ooh, really? Sounds like fun!''': ''"No, forget I brought it up. I appreciate your enthusiasm, but you're part of Team MZ. You need to stick with your crew."''
:::''"Team MZ must be a heck of a team—especially with you on it. Though I don't think I'm done with you yet. I'll see you at Hotel Z."''
:'''Hotel Z'''
::''"Hello, hello! Anyone here?"''
::''"So this is Hotel Z, eh? Not bad at all."''
::''"Now, now, what's got you all on edge? Think about it: What do most people come to hotels for? To book a room, correct? Or what? Is Hotel Z too fancy for the likes of me?"''
::''"You really are huge, old man. You know, word on the street is you're three thousand years old."''
::''"Of course. Give me your best room, please."''
::''"Occupation...? I'll just put down "handyman." There, all filled out. Bet you didn't expect me to have such neat handwriting."''
::''"It's time for me to retire. A pleasant evening to you all."''
:'''Hotel Z'''
:* After completing Mission 24
::''"Now that was a surprisingly good night's sleep. Who's in charge of housekeeping?"''
::''"Very nice work, kid. The room was spotless—I could tell care went into every detail, every corner. You even prepared a special breakfast for Scolipede and the crew."''
::''"Here's what I owe you for my stay. And here's a tip for you, kid."''
::''"Don't worry about it. Everyone knows I'm a good tipper."''
::''"Our business here is done. Time to head back. It's been a pleasure. Let's both keep doing what we can for Lumiose, yeah?"''
; Mission 30 - "Reaching Rank B"
:'''[[Hotel Richissime]]'''
::* If talked to before battling [[Canari]]
:::''"Good luck, kid."''
::* If talked to before battling [[Ivor]]
:::''"Keep it up, kid."''
::* If talked to before battle
:::''"You want to get this going? Then go let [[Lebanne]] know that you're ready."''
::* Before battle
:::''"So, I'm up against you. This is quite the venue. It's the perfect place to repay you for the defeat you handed me the other day. I think I'd enjoy that."''
:::''"That {{tt|idiot|Talking about Philippe}}... I'll need to teach him to keep his mouth shut. But well, me and my crew've gotten stronger. Scolipede and the rest are ready to go! Now then, let's have some fun!"''
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''': ''"You're our last chance, Scolipede! But this is where the fun starts!"''
::* Upon being defeated
:::''"You and your Pokémon sure are entertaining, I'll give you that!"''
::* After battle
:::''"Blast. Still not good enough, eh. Not even after I roped Philippe in to help me train up, embarrassed as I am to admit it. Still, battles with you are a good time. Swing by our office again if you want to have some fun."''
::* If talked to before first attempt at battling [[Jacinthe]]
:::''“You’d better win, kid. I can’t stand that woman.”''
::''"Can it, Philippe. Don't make a scene in front of Lysandre. You're embarrassing me."''
::* If talked to before battling {{p|Zygarde}}
:::'' “Dang, this is getting really interesting now!”''
::* If talked to before battling Jacinthe the second time
:::''“Listen, kid, you’d better win. Maybe that’ll get Jacinthe to stay out of our hair for a while.”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
:* If talked to after completing Mission 30
::''“Do me a favor and don’t wander around too much. I always got work for you if you’re bored.”''
:* If talked to after beating Mission 35 and before heading to Centrico Plaza at the start of Mission 36
::''“We need to do something about that tower. Otherwise, honest folk won’t get any peace!”''
; Mission 36 - "Prism Tower’s Dark Turn"
:'''[[Prism Tower]], [[Centrico Plaza]] (Over hologram call)'''
::''“I just thought you might need some help sorting all this out, <player>.”''
::''“How we got on this call’s hardly important now. What’s going on, and how can we help?”''
::''“Who’s to say what’s going on in Zygarde’s head. Let’s just help <player> get over to it.”''
::''“Nice of you to show up and immediately start complaining, {{tt|princess|Talking to Jacinthe}}!”''
::''“We need to do something about those flowers before anyone does any fixing. What do you say, [[Ivor|Mr. Justice]]? Think you could take ‘em on with those big muscles of yours?”''
::''“We’re lucky that all of us high-ranked Trainers are scattered evenly around Lumiose’s five districts.”''
::''“Now?! We’re in the middle of an emergency!”''
::''“You can worry about your precious tournament later, Jacinthe! Honestly, do you even get how crazy it is that we’re all here like this? We come from all walks of life, yet we crossed paths simply due to our various ties to this city, then butted heads in our promotion matches. And now, we’re helping each other out.”''
::''“Come on, you lot! It’s up to us to save our city!”''
; Mission 37 - "Operation Protect Lumiose"
:'''[[Galerie de la Lune]]'''
::* Before battle against Rogue Mega {{p|Gardevoir}} and {{p|Gallade}}
:::''“Report in, Philippe. How’s it look over there? I see. That’ll work fine. Ne’er-do-wells like us gotta show what we’re really worth at times like these.''"
:::''"Me? I’m getting a real warm welcome from a couple of Rogue Pokémon. But don’t you worry ‘bout me. Our favorite do-gooder just came to the rescue. Listen, Philippe. This situation’s bound to have people feeling down in the dumps. You and your crew get something ready to lift people up. Like a cookout—or maybe something special.”
:::''“About time you showed up. By the looks of it, these friendly Rogue Pokémon have been waiting for you too. I think it’s time we work together again. Been a minute since we did, eh? Don’t worry. Me and Scolipede have your back.”
::* After battle
:::''“I’ve got my grunts waiting up ahead. Come on, let’s get moving.”
:'''[[Rouge Street]]'''
::''“Psh. Philippe isn’t here yet?”''
::''“You were supposed to put up a ladder here. So tell me—why don’t I see one? Am I just an idiot who can’t spot a big old ladder?”''
::''“And what? All your “trying” doesn’t seem to have resulted in anything to show!”''
::''“Guess we gotta do something about this ourselves, then. Rust Syndicate! Time to show our mettle!”''
::''"Y’know how [[Mega Evolution]]’s an expression of the bonds between Pokémon and people? Here’s an expression of the bonds between the members of the Rust Syndicate! A human ladder!”''
::''“Looks like we’re one rung—I mean, one person—short...”''
:::'''What do we do now?/Do we call someone?''': ''“Only one thing to do. My grunts are giving their all—and as their leader, I need to give just as much...and then some!”''
::''“Don’t you worry about me. My word’s my bond, and I’m not breaking either tonight!”
::''“This is our highest calling! Literally! No need to hesitate. Climb on up! I mean it—don’t dillydally. You’d better climb up quick, ‘cause I don’t know how long we’ll last!”
::* After the player climbs up
:::''"“Go get ‘em, <player>!”''"
::* If the player falls off
:::''“What’re you doing down here? You fell off?!"''
:::''"You better get back up here!”''
::* After the player climbs back up
:::''“We’re all counting on you, chief!”
::* If the player falls off a second time
:::''“What happened this time? Seriously, you fell off AGAIN?!”''
:::''“Get yourself back up here, now!”''
::*After the player climbs up a third time
:::''“Stop making me do all this physical labor, OK?”''
::* If the player falls off a third time
:::''“... ... ...”''
:::''“Are you doing this on purpose?! Having a bit of fun at the Rust Syndicate’s expense, are we?”''
:::''“This is your last chance, kid! Step on it and get yourself up here already!”''
::* After the player climbs up a fourth time
:::''“The fate of Lumiose is on your shoulders now! And you’re seriously testing MY shoulders, as well as my patience! Fall off again, and we’re having that Pokémon showdown at Hotel Z! {{tt|Don’t you dare fall off again, kid!"''|Repeats line once if player tries to fall off again}}
:'''Centrico Plaza'''
::''“Sure, fine... Whatever you say at this point...”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
:* If talked to after completing Mission 37
::''“What do you say to a team competition, like Team MZ versus the Rust Syndicate? I bet it would be more interesting than anything Jacinthe could come up with, anyway.”''
; Mission 39 - "The Infinite Z-A Royale"
:'''Battle Court (Quasartico Inc.)'''
::* Before battle the first time
:::''“If I want to make Lumiose a better city, I need to win. If I have to bend some rules for that, I will!”''
::* In battle the first time
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''':''“Let’s show them how we do things, Scolipede!”''
::* Upon being defeated
:::{{tt|''“Even when you beat me, I still end up having fun. Guess it’s ‘cause I can be myself around you.”''|Repeats line in all subsequent rematches}}
::* Before battle in subsequent Reward Matches
:::''“I only ask people to work for my organization so they can gain a better appreciation for our city! And I’ve got a nice big list of tasks for anyone who loses to me!”''
::* In battle in subsequent rematches
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''': ''“Scolipede! Mega Evolve and show them all how strong our bonds are!”''

===[[Mega Dimension]]===
; Side Mission 120 - "Donuts of Unwordly Deliciousness!"
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Hello, hello, Team MZ. I take it you're keeping yourselves busy as always?"''
::''"I can hear you, you know."''
::''"Besides, it's not like any of you would be stupid enough to borrow money off the Rust Syndicate. Only a real idiot would do that. Oh, I assume Taunie/Urbain is there with you, right?"''
::''"Now, listen—there's something important I want to discuss. Come over to my office! All of you!"''
; Hyperspace Mission 01 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 1" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"C'mon, use your head. [[Vinnie|He's]] just here to talk business. More importantly, who's the [[Ansha|little lady]]? New Team MZ member?"''
::''"Is that so. Guess it's no surprise you big shots would have a lot of people asking favors of you now. People such as me, it happens."''
::''"Here's the deal. There's more weirdness going down in Lumiose, and the Rust Syndicate's been looking into it!"''
::''"While the fine eggheads at Quasartico were studying the impact of that nasty business with the tower, they found something else. Their instruments picked up some weird readings. Different than Mega Power."''
::''"But [[Vinnie]] and his colleagues have their hands full cleaning up the mess from the tower—plus getting Lumiose's redevelopment back on track. So, the Rust Syndicate agreed to help them out. After all, we've gotta protect our investments—I mean, our city. We started investigating, and then what should pop up but that bizarre... thing over Centrico Plaza."''
::''"Now, I know you Team MZ kiddos get tangled up in every little mess that crops up in Lumiose. So why don't you go ahead and spill everything you know for us?"''
::''"That mystery space must've been where those odd readings came from."''
::''"Hm. An alternate Lumiose accessed through a [[Hyperspace Hole]]... Why don't we just call it [[Hyperspace Lumiose]] for now? Simpler than spelling that out every time."''
::''"Now let's get to business! We've got to learn about Hyperspace Lumiose so we can sort out that distortion over the tower. And to get into hyperspace, it sounds like we need two things. The [[Ansha|mademoiselle]]... and her {{p|Hoopa|Pokémon}}. What the means for you, kid, is that you'd better get used to this little lady being part of the crew. Team MZ's gonna need her if you all intend on diving in and investigating Hyperspace Lumiose."'''
:::'''I'll get to the bottom of this''': ''"Good. Just don't go putting the mademoiselle in any danger. Got it?"''
:::'''You want to involve Ansha?''': ''"Not your call, is it? Nor mine. The little lady gets to decide for herself whether she's in or not."''
::* Upon [[Ansha]] deciding she's in
:::''“That's the spirit.”''
::''"Consider yourself in charge, <player>. Your new job is to survey Hyperspace Lumiose!"''
::''"Now, I'm sure scouring the city for distortions seems like it'd be a slog..."''
::''"You saw how the space for information on that distortion over the tower was totally blank, yeah? It's gonna stay that way unless you get going on some good survey work, kid! Some other hyperspace distortions showed up on your map, right? You can start with those. A word of warning though: Those things probably won't sit there waiting for your forever."''
:::'''What do you mean/So they disappear?''': ''"They seem to phase in and out of existence."''
::''"Consider that another quirk of Hyperspace Lumiose for you to learn more about! As for what else to study, we'll tell you once you go through a distortion."''
::''"You've got to learn all you can about Hyperspace Lumiose so everyone in regular-space Lumiose can breathe easy. Get out there and show us what you can do!"''
::''"Yup, you'd better. If anything else comes up, I'll be in touch."''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon entering a hyperspace distortion for the first time
::''"Hey. Got yourself sorted out on the donut front, did you? Don't forget to thank Ansha and {{p|Hoopa}}."''
::''"And now that you're all set, allow me to formally send you a hyperspace survey request with some tasks to accomplish while you're in there. They'll make it easier to keep track of what you have to do in Hyperspace Lumiose. It'd be a huge help if you could accumulate 7,000 points or so. That'll move our research forward. You'll probably have to visit Hyperspace Lumiose a few times to get enough points."''
::''"So, yeah. Good luck out there, eh?"''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::* After accumulating 7,000 survey points
::''"Good, you're both here. All right, Vinnie. Tell us what you've learned, would you?"''
::''"Guess this city's a tourist attraction even for Pokémon."''
::''"You got that right. Those hyperspace Pokémon are hyper strong. Problem is, Hyperspace Lumiose apparently gets unstable if too many folks head inside together. Four people at once seems to be the point where things start going sideways. So three's the limit. Which gave me an idea... What if we sent you in with a Trainer good enough to cover for both [[Lida]] and [[Naveen]]?"''
::''"There's a perfect Trainer waiting in the wings."''
:::'''Is it Canari?''': ''"Pfft–as if. She'd just mess around and start livestreaming a reaction video or something."''
:::'''Ivor's very strong...''': ''"You've got a point, but you know full well getting him to understand the situation would be a pain."''
:::'''Do you mean yourself?''': ''"Ha! I'd be up for it, but you couldn't afford my services."''
:::'''Jacinthe, maybe?''': ''"If anything. I think we'd be better off keeping her quarantined in one of her Jacinthe zones."''
:::'''I bet it's [[Grisham]]''': ''"Ah, Grisham... He's tricky. Very strong, but you never can quite tell what he's thinking."''
::''"Enough guessing. Let me introduce your new partner!"''
::''"Feel free to use my battle court. It's had the honor of hosting many a ferocious showdown."''
::''"See how good she is? With [[Korrina]] on your team, you'll be set."''
::''"Eh, you three were probably fated to meet sooner or later. Just happened to be me who caused it."''
::''"One last thing–Vinnie and I discussed your survey work, and we've got one more request. Whenever you encounter a Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon in hyperspace... catch it."''
::''"Vinnie also mentioned you'll want to gather any Hyperspace Berries you come across."''
:::'''Already on it''': ''"Should've figured you'd be ahead of the game!"''
:::'''What're those?''': {{tt|''"Hyperspace Berries are what we're calling the special berries found in Hyperspace Lumiose. If you give Hoopa donuts made with lots of Hyperspace Berries, it should power you up enough to go toe-to-toe with Rogue Pokémon!"''|Also says this line afterward if the player chooses the first option}}
::''"I just so happen to have a couple such Berries on me. Here, take one."''
::''"There you have it, kid. You know what to do."''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Absol}} Z
::''"Hey there. Good work–our instruments stopped picking up those [[Rogue Mega Evolution]] readings."''
::''"Thanks for your help too, [[Korrina|Ms. Mega Stones]]. Taking down a Rogue Mega Evolution alongside the Team MZ crew is pretty big. Guess you really deserve that "Mega Evolution successor" title."''
::''"Your efforts got us some valuable data, too. We'll get to work analyzing it. Tomorrow we should have more to tell you. For today, hit the bricks and get some rest."''
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 01 and 02 
::''"<Player>. I need you, that team leader of yours, and Ms. Mega Stones to come to my office."''
; Hyperspace Mission 03 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 2" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"There you are, my busy crew!"''
::''"Sorry to make you haul yourselves here every time we need to have a meeting. Afraid we can't really help it, though. Folks seem to get spooked whenever they see me and Philippe roaming the streets. And holo-calls wear me down, you know? They don't have the warmth of a face-to-face chat."''
::''"Anyway! Down to business. Our research into Hyperspace Lumiose is coming along, thanks to you all. We're still in the dark when it comes to that distortion hanging out over the tower."''
::''"But, well, we managed to stumble onto a rather troubling discovery.''"
:::'''How troubling?/What is it?''': ''"It seems more of these pockets of hyperspace are appearing as time goes on... and they're beginning to affect our world too. We've started getting reports that Pokémon from Hyperspace Lumiose have been showing up here in regular-space Lumiose."''
::''"If we're talking worst-case scenario... Hyperspace Lumiose could eventually swallow the whole city."''
:::'''We can't let that happen!''': ''"We sure can't."''
:::'''C'mon, seriously?''': ''"You've seen Lumiose in crisis once already. You sure you wanna be so dismissive about this?"''
::''"Luckily, it's not all bad news. Thanks to your research, we can now detect hyperspace distortions we couldn't before!"''
::''"Sounds like you know what to do. Get to it!"''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Staraptor}}
::''"Hey, you three. We saw the Rogue Mega Evolution readings disappear. Good work over there. Go ahead and call it a day. We'll get to work analyzing the data we got."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 03 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Hello, Team MZ. Lovely morning to you all. I hate to put a damper on the day, but we're not done analyzing your survey data yet. I'll let you know the moment we've got something to report. Be good until then, kids."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 04 and 05 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Hello again, helpful squad. Sorry for the holdup. We've gone over the data from your missions... and we learned something big. I need our Rogue Mega Evolution task force over here pronto. All three of you!"''
; Hyperspace Mission 06 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 3" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"There you are. Let's skip the how-do-you-dos."''
::''"That distortion above what used to be Prism Tower continues to confound us. All this research, and we're still in the dark about that massive... whatever it is."''
:::'''That sounds challenging/You've got a lot on your plate''': ''"Eh, maybe. But it's not all bad news."''
::''"After poring all over this data, we've come up with a theory about Hyperspace Lumiose itself. We think Hyperspace Lumiose is sort of a big mélange of subconscious thoughts."''
::''"It's a little difficult for me to even explain, truth be told. Philippe, fill 'em in."''
::''"Thanks for the crash course, Philippe."''
::''"We're not through analyzing yet. Who knows? Maybe it's a reflection of the subconscious of people AND Pokémon. There's a lot more we need to learn–which means you've got a lot more surveying to do!"''
::''"If Hyperspace Lumiose keeps expanding at this rate, there's no telling what havoc might occur..."
:::'''We've got this/We'll stop it''': ''"Good, because Team MZ's pretty much all we can count on!"''
::''"But don't get overconfident. It's still tough in there! Use [[Exp. Candy|Exp. Candies]] you find in hyperspace to beef up your Pokémon if you need to."''
::''"Good luck out there."''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Tatsugiri}}
::''"Not bad, you three. The Rogue Mega Evolution readings have disappeared. Go on and give yourselves a break while we start combing through this data. Hopefully we'll have some new learnings to share tomorrow."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 07 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Morning, team. We went through the data from the Tatsugiri you caught that was going rogue. Took us all night... plus a platter of my homemade sushi."''
::''"Time for you lot to haul yourselves to our office again for a briefing. See you soon."''
; Hyperspace Mission 08 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 4" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"I like to keep things calm. The dark suits me–hence my dark suit."''
::''"It was until you ruined it by asking!"''
::''"Let's just get to the chase. Looking at the data we got from you catching the Tatsugiri that'd gone rogue, well... I won't sugarcoat it–the Prism Tower situation's still one big mystery. Have a look for yourself."''
::''"Hyperspace Lumiose is continuing to bleed into regular Lumiose–possibly because of that giant distortion over the tower, but I can't say for sure. At this rate, the whole city might get swallowed up by Hyperspace Lumiose."''
::''"We do. Unfortunately, there's still a whole lot left for us to survey."''
::''"There's actually a bit of good news, too. Thanks to all your hard work, we can now detect higher-level hyperspace distortions!"''
::''"Hyperspace Lumiose awaits your surveying. Good luck out there!"''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Meowstic}}
::''"<Player>, Taunie/Urbain, Korrina... Well done, all of you."''
::''"Looks like it'll be another late night–someone's got to go over this Rogue Mega Meowstic's data... No, no–don't worry about us. You've all earned a break."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 08 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Morning! I'll spare you the preamble. Come to HQ!"''
; Hyperspace Mission 09 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 5" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Lobby)'''
::''"Philippe, the lobby's where we welcome our guests. You're supposed to keep things quiet."''
::''"Whatever has been decided between Ivor and [[Gwynn]] can be taken up with them. Don't come yelling about it to us."''
::''"Guess so. C'mere, <player>–you and me against Ivor and Canari."''
::* After defeating Ivor and Canari
::''"Happy? If you've still got issues, kindly sort them out between yourselves."''
::''"Hooray. Your newfound team spirit helped you patch things up. Now get outta here."''
::''"Bah–forget it. I'm not here to play hero."''
::''"Let's get to business already! Here's your Hyperspace Lumiose update. We combed over the data from your battle with that Rogue Mega Meowstic, but it hasn't told us too much about the big distortion over the tower."''
::''"Still, we've got a city to protect, so we can't just sit around and wait. Which means..."''
::''"I'm glad you're quick on the uptake, {{tt|kid|Talking to Taunie/Urbain}}, but I wouldn't get too confident if I were you! You're gonna keep running into stronger and stronger Pokémon in Hyperspace Lumiose!"''
::''"Get out there and protect our city!"''
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Heatran}}
::''"Hello hello, Lumiose's toughest trio. You've proven your mettle once again."''
::''"I'm buckling down for another late night–this Rogue Mega Heatran data won't analyze itself! The three of you should get some rest though."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 9 and 10 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Good morning to you, Team MZ. Sorry for the trouble, but would the team join me at my office? And I do mean all of you this time."''
; Hyperspace Mission 11 - "Hyperspace Lumiose Survey No. 6" 
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon being randomly warped into hyperspace
::''"Hey! Did you lot take a surprise one-way trip to the bizarro zone, or was it just us?"''
:::'''Yep, we sure did/You too, Corbeau?''': ''"Then we're all stuck in here?! Great! Just great!"''
::''"Well, wandering around aimlessly isn't going to do anyone any good if we can't find each other. Your group had better just head here, yeah? We're in a place that's surrounded by walls, so look for somewhere like that!"''
::''"Aha. The rescue team arrives."''
::''"Looks like Lumiose is in big-time trouble again! Anyone got any good guesses as to what's causing our current predicament?"''
:::'''Did that distortion above the tower do this?/Is Hyperspace Lumiose's effect growing?''': ''"That seems to be the case."''
::''"To be more precise–power appears to be building within the hyperspace distortion over the tower, and that power is distorting the real Lumiose."''
::''"We know the most about this whole place too. I'd guess our subconscious minds were more susceptible to hyperspace's influence."''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"Huh. Looks like we're back."''
::''"Yeah, but how much time do we have left? Remember how Hyperspace Lumiose would get unstable if four or more people went in at once? Think about how many folks we had in there just now–sure didn't look stable to me! I bet it won't be long before every person and Pokémon in Lumiose could get swallowed up!"''
::''"That's the hope, yeah."''
::''"No matter what it takes, we'll put a stop to our world merging with Hyperspace Lumiose! We didn't work so hard to protect Lumiose just to watch it turn into some nightmare zone, yeah?"''
::''"Anyway, let's get back to why I called you all here in the first place! We've finally managed to learn something new."''
:::'''Tell us everything''': ''"Brace yourselves for this."''
:::'''Amazing, Corbeau!''': ''"Flattering me won't changed what we learned, you know."''
::''"We've learned that Hyperspace Lumiose is being created and sustained by... a single Pokémon."''
::''"Well, this Pokémon spent a long time exposed to the unbridled Mega Power from when the tower went on its rampage. That explains why the distortion above the tower is too intense for us to get a read on it!"''
::''"That's very thoughtful of you, {{tt|kid|Talking to Ansha}}. I'm touched."''
::''"Here's the deal–once we handle the Pokémon causing all this, Hyperspace Lumiose should finally stop expanding. But that doesn't mean it'll disappear right away. According to our calculations, it'll linger for a bit. Hopefully long enough to follow your dream."''
::''"Got a nice ring to it!"''
::''"Right. We'll need more than Team MZ... It's time to bring our ragtag crisis team back together. And a plan like this needs a name. We'll call it... Operation Mega Donut!!!"''
::''"Now that we've got ourselves a plan... You know what it's time for! Go out and survey Hyperspace Lumiose so we can do our thing!"''
::''"I'm counting on you, <player>!"''
:::'''Just leave everything to me!/You came to the right person!''': ''"You're a real character, you know that?"''
:'''Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)''' 
::* Upon accumulating 50,000 survey points
::''"Analysis complete! Thanks to your hard work, we've got all the data we need! I'll meet you at Hotel Z–got some info to share about Operation Mega Donut."''
:'''Hotel Z'''
::''"Here we are! Pardon the intrusion."''
::''"Well, isn't this an adorable sight. Folks would eat this right up. Interested in a little financial backing to turn your solo stand into a global donut empire, [[Ansha|miss chef?]]"''
::''"Can't help it. Got a nose for business opportunities."''
::''"Who's joking?"''
::''"Anyway! Listen up, Team MZ. I've been searching for the perfect flavor profile to capture all your Mega Evolution power so you can take on the Pokémon we're after–and I found it. Tell 'em about the donut they need to make, Philippe."''
::''"Lastly, you'll need our special spice: [[Épice Noire]]. It's a signature Rust Syndicate recipe. Those refined, tasteful little grains are the key to the ultimate donut!"''
::''"It's vital to Operation Mega Donut that you follow these directions precisely. Only then can you make what I've dubbed... the {{a|Bad Dreams}} Cruller! Once it's made, meet us in front of the tower!"''
:'''Prism Tower, Centrico Plaza'''
::''"Here's our Team MZ power trio."''
::''"It's time to follow this distortion into Hyperspace Lumiose and take on the Pokémon behind all this. Are you ready?"''
::''"So I assume you're ready as well, <player>?"''
:::'''I'm all set to go!''': ''"Thought so. Guess I didn't really need to ask."''
:::'''You wanna go instead?''': ''"Not a chance."''
::''"Let's see that Bad Dreams Cruller you made."''
::''"Looks good! I knew that Rust Syndicate's signature Épice Noire would come through. Time to roll, Philippe! Summon everyone to Centrico Plaza."''
::''"All right, everyone. Can you see my screen? I've marked where I want each of you. Everyone confirm your posts, then stand by."''
::''"We need our strongest Trainers working together if we're gonna save Lumiose... Especially you, Jacinthe. Wouldn't want a Trainer of your caliber stuck managing logistics. I'm just freeing you up."''
::''"Now go make Operation Mega Donut happen!"''
::''"Everyone's in position down here. How's it look up there, <player>?"''
:::'''We're good to go!''': {{tt|''"Let Operation Mega Donut begin!"''|Also says this line afterward if the player chooses the second option}}
:::'''Give us a minute''': ''"Sorry. I'm afraid we're all out of minutes to spare!"''
:'''[[Hyperspace Newmoon Nightmare]] (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating Mega {{p|Darkrai}}
::''"You three really did it! You took care of that Pokémon causing Hyperspace Lumiose to appear!"''
::''"Felt the need to ask the obvious, did you? Of course I'm happy! Lumiose is safe again, thanks to all of you!"''
::''"You did great. I mean it."''
::* After completing Hyperspace Mission 11 
:'''Centrico Plaza'''
::''"So the Pitch-Black Pokémon Darkrai was the one raging deep in Hyperspace Lumiose..."''
::''"So its ability to inflict nightmares got cranked up and ran wild–not unlike the rogue tower itself."''
::''"Makes sense, what with all the different people and Pokémon here in Lumiose. Blend together a whole city's worth of dreams, and of course you'll get some plain old weirdness mixed in with the scary stuff."''
::''"I'm told its nightmare powers are more instinct than conscious act, anyway. Darkrai may not have meant any harm in the first place."''
::''"You got that right. Since we're wrapping things up, let me say one last time: Good work, kids. You're a good bunch."''
::''"You know something, <player>? You might just be the greatest Pokémon Trainer around."''
; Hyperspace Mission 12 - "The Greatest Gift"
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"Look who it is! Funny... I was just about to call."''
::''"Listen–while we were searching for Darkrai, we detected some odd readings in two other places."''
::''"We thought reaching out to Mademoiselle Ansha might be a good first step to learning more. Your encounter with a [[Legendary Pokémon]] in Hyperspace Lumiose kick-started this wild ride. Maybe telling us more will unearth a clue about how to approach these colorful new distortions."''
::''"Very interesting. I can just about guarantee that the Pokémon you're after is called {{p|Rayquaza}}. Your description of it matches one I heard a long time ago."''
:::'''You sure know your stuff, Corbeau/We should've figured you'd know it!''': ''"Well, see, there was this one fellow who took care of me when I was just a little runt. He was the boss of an organization from [[Kanto]] who just happened to visit Lumiose... He knew a lot about the myths and legends of the [[Johto]] and [[Hoenn]] regions."''
::''"What is it?"''
::''"What, you think there're other Rayquaza flying around out there?"''
::''"Look, I'm just telling you what I heard. Keep in mind it's all secondhand info from years ago."''
::''"Actually–{{tt|you|Talking to Lida}} could probably tell us more about Rayquaza yourself. You're from Hoenn, yeah?"''
::''"Here's what I'm thinking. I'm pretty sure these new distortions are linked to {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}}. And dealing with those two might lead us to Rayquaza!"''
::''"Just like how you found Darkrai, eh? In that case, you know what you've gotta do. Consider this your official survey request!"''
::''"Ah, but don't go yet–I forgot one thing. We've started picking up some distortions with Rogue Mega-Evolved Pokémon you've already battled and calmed before. Couldn't tell you why... Maybe it's your own subconscious memories influencing things? Anyway–these Rogue Pokémon are dangerous, but beating 'em would yield lots of survey points."''
::''"That's all from me. Good luck out there!"''
:'''Lumiose (Over Rotom Phone call)''' 
::* Upon accumulating 70,000 survey points
::''"Great work out there. Thanks to you completing those survey tasks, we've made some leaps in our analysis!"''
:::'''Piece of cake!/I did my best''': ''"Guess this survey stuff comes second nature to you know, eh? Team MZ doesn't mess around."''
::''"Would you meet me at Nouveau Café? I've got a few things that'd be easier to discuss in person. The main Nouveau Café at Centrico Plaza, that is! Don't go blowing up my phone asking where I am from one of their little side trucks!"''
:'''[[Nouveau Café]]'''
::''"Glad you could join us."''
::''"Why don't we order something before we get down to business? A good bite is a sure path to a happier day, don't you think? As long as it's shared with someone you feel comfortable with, of course."''
::''"Drip coffee for me. And one of those great croissants Grisham makes."''
::''"Ah, Prism Tower... Still the symbol of our city, for better or worse. You can see it from anywhere in Lumiose–that's why it needs to be fixed up as soon as possible."''
::''"That said, I still appreciate the effort you made to protect it. Even if it did end up like that."''
:::'''This city is worth protecting/We all pulled it off together''': ''"Sure–but just know I appreciate it. After all, sometimes the things that obviously need doing are the hardest to actually do."''
::''"Anyway, let's get down to business. To get into the pockets of Hyperspace Lumiose on the other side of the ruby distortions and sapphire distortions, you'll need some special donut recipes."''
::''"Easy, Philippe. Calling too much attention to our hard work could come across like you just want a pat on the back. Let's keep it humble. We're all doing our best for everyone in Lumiose here."''
::''"We'll send word to Ansha about the flavor profiles your donuts will need."''
:::'''And what would that be?/I'll get anything we need!''': ''"Don't worry. I've got this one."''
::''"Grish, pal? Think you could spare some of that [[Hoennian Salt]] you sprinkle on your croissants?"''
::''"Nonsense! We'd never stoop so low. Privacy's paramount these days. We figured out your secret ingredient thanks to Philippe's perceptive palate! Don't underestimate [[Restaurant Le Wow]]'s favorite taste tester!"''
::''"Much obliged!"''
::''"Well, with that, I think the rest is up to you. I hereby leave the matter of Kyogre and Groudon in Team MZ's capable hands!"''
; Hyperspace Mission 13 - "A Ruby-Red Legend" & Hyperspace Mission 14 - "A Sapphire-Blue Legend"
:'''[[Hyperspace Desolate Land]]/[[Hyperspace Primordial Sea]] (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating either Groudon or Kyogre first
::''"Not bad, kids! Lumiose's toughest trio has done it again! Now, while I'm sure you're still enjoying the glow of victory, I've got some questions. Come by my office!"
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"You three actually caught Groudon/Kyogre. Amazing."''
::''"I know Groudon's/Kyogre's got that special [[Red Orb|Red]]/[[Blue Orb]], but I was wondering... How's it different from a Mega Stone?"''
::''"Sounds like this trip gave you some good data too, Ms. Mega Stones. In any case, you're not done yet. Get working on that other distortion so you can catch Groudon/Kyogre!"''
:'''Hyperspace Desolate Land/Hyperspace Primordial Sea (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Upon defeating either Groudon or Kyogre second
::''"Excellent work, kids. Beating Groudon/Kyogre is no joke–especially after it got even more powerful! But as much as I hate to interrupt your moment... I need you all to stop by my office! I'll be waiting."''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"You caught Groudon AND Kyogre–two legends of the Hoenn region! I know it couldn't have been easy. Well done!"''
::* Upon completing Hyperspace Mission 13 and 14 
::''"Looks like it's finally time for us to track down Rayquaza. We'll be finished analyzing the Blue Orb and the Red Orb soon. Seems like data analysis is the Rust Syndicate's main job now. What kind of organization are we these days–a civic think tank?"''
:::'''You're Lumiose's reliable allies!/You're... volunteer do-gooders?''': ''"Ha. Don't forget who you're dealing with, kid. Once folks are in our debt, we can put 'em to work for free... helping us shape Lumiose just the way we want it. That's all."''
::''"I believe someone else wanted to weigh in, too... What do you have to say, [[Mable|Professor Mable]]?"''
::''"I understand, Professor. Could you tell us what you've learned?"''
::''"Great lesson, Professor. Bravo. Now could you tell us how we can find Rayquaza?"''
::''"Actualizing... what? Can you slow down and try that again for the less eggheaded among us?"''
::''"I get it... I think? Not sure if that helped or made things even more confusing."''
::* Upon Mable asking who's trying to meet Rayquaza
:::'''It's Ansha''': ''"That's right–the little chef herself!"''
:::'''It's Corbeau''': ''"Was that your idea of a joke?! Good one, kid! Look how hard we're all laughing!"''
::''"I suggest you listen to the professor's NON-expert opinion, <player>. You gotta get Ansha to wish as hard as she can for you to encounter Rayquaza!"''
:::'''I'll get on it''': *nods*
:::'''What? How?''': ''"Maybe try digging deeper into why she wants to meet Rayquaza so much in the first place."''
::''"That little lady sure is something. She wanted to meet this mighty Pokémon so bad that her dream got mixed up with Darkrai's power to make nightmares... and look where we are now. That's one heck of a powerful dream."''
::''"But back to the topic at hand... Thanks, Professor. I'll call again if we need you."''
::''"Go do your thing, <player>!"''
:'''Hotel Z'''
::''"Oh, am I not welcome?"''
::''"We've got a secret ingredient for you, too. The donut's color has to match Rayquaza's green, so I've procured the apex of culinary verdure... [[Arboliva Oil]]!"''
::''"Sure. No sense making things complicated. That Arboliva Oil will make your donut so tasty, the experience will be, well, out of this world!"''
::''"So this is finally it, eh? Ansha's story is about to reach its grand finale."''
::''"We'll be cheering you on from our headquarters. Go get 'em."''
::* After the ending cutscene and credits
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Morning, sunshine."''
::''"Prepare to be astounded, kid. We've got a special new system we want you to take for a spin! Come by my office and I'll tell you all about it! See you soon!"''
; Side Mission 188 - "Start Special Scanning!" 
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::''"Get ready to start special scanning!"''
:::'''Special?/Scanning?''': ''"OK, let me explain."''
::''"You know how pockets of Hyperspace Lumiose are still appearing? Some of 'em are unlike any we've seen so far! So we developed a system to locate distortions that lead to these new pockets of hyperspace. We call it... the special scan system! Well, I say "we", but it was the fine eggheads at Quasartico who did the developing."''
::''"When we run a special scan, it should pinpoint a rare distortion that leads to an unknown pocket of Hyperspace Lumiose!"''
::''"But the system's not quite ready–which is why I need you. Go do some hyperspace survey tasks so we can get enough data to run a special scan."''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office)'''
::* After accumulating 25,000 survey points
::''"Good work out there."''
::''"Let me just plug that data you gathered into the system... All done! Now we're finally ready to make something happen."''
::''"What're you waiting for? Run a special scan and see if you can find a rare hyperspace distortion!"''
::* After running a special scan for the first time
::''"Excellent! These pockets of Hyperspace Lumiose are so elusive, we can't find 'em without this scan. So there's a good chance you'll find some special Pokémon in there!"''
::''"One thing, though–you'll have to gather fresh data for each special scan you run."''
::''"It's a lot of work–but hey, it's you we're talking about. I know you're up to the challenge!"''
::* If talked to afterward
::''"I'm going to have to ask you to keep up with that hyperspace survey work. No slacking. If you think you've accumulated enough points, though, do go report to Philippe there."''
; Side Mission 153 - "Hyperspatial Scuffle vs. the Rust Syndicate!" 
:'''Old Building, Hyperspace Lumiose'''
::* Before battle
::''"Huh. This pocket of Hyperspace Lumiose leaves a lot to be desired, doesn't it?"''
::''"What?"''
::''"Don't forget, {{tt|kid|Talking to Taunie/Urbain}}–you owe someone money, you owe 'em your very life. I had a feeling we need to be on equal footing, that's all. I might not be so generous again."''
::''"Say, since we're all here anyway...how about a battle?"''
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''': ''“Scolipede! As long as you're with me, I can face any pinch with a smile!"''
::* Upon being defeated
::''"Well, I thought we'd do better, Philippe. Seems we both need to train like mad again."''
::* After battle
::''"Our teamwork still wasn't enough to stand up to the top two trainers in the Z-A Royale."''
::''"You did well, Philippe. You always do. I'm always grateful you're around."''
::''"Why don't we wrap this up? We get plenty of face time in the real Lumiose anyway."''
::''"Here–take this outfit. But I've got something to ask of you in return."''
::* Upon receiving his outfit
::''"See, I think Team MZ and the Rust Syndicate have gotten a little too... buddy-buddy lately. So I want you to remember just how ruthless and dangerous the Rust Syndicate is. We'd happily send a beached {{p|Magikarp}} down to the bottom of a river, or peel the skin clean off an {{p|Ekans}} trying to molt! Point is, we got a reputation to uphold. So watch yourself and don't forget who you're dealing with!"''
::* If talked to afterward
::''"When all's said and done, Lumiose will always be the city that made me who I am."''
; Side Mission 183 - "Hyperspatial Slugfest vs. the Rust Syndicate!" 
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose''' 
::* Before battle
::''"Hard work tires people out. And what better way to show appreciation than a little cash bonus?"''
::''"Now, I understand we all want what's best for Lumiose City, but talking's getting us nowhere."''
::* When talked to before battle
::''"Looks like we're just gonna have to get our due out of Vinnie through battle!"''
:::'''Let's do this!''': ''"Kind words are nice and all, but they're not what really motivates people in the end!"''
:::'''Give me a sec''': ''"Oh, come on–let's hurry up and battle."''
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Scolipede''': ''“Scolipede! As long as you're with me, I can face any pinch with a smile!"''
::* Upon being defeated
::''"Rghhh! This is a real blow to the pride of the Rust Syndicate–losing a battle we had to win."''
::* After battle
::''"But a loss is a loss. We'll let the matter of costs lie for a moment."''
::''"Guess I'll dip into my personal savings a bit to make up for the shortfall on our side."''
::''"You deserve a special bonus as well, <player>!"''
::* After receiving an alternate version of his outfit
::''"I hear you can even get your hair done like mine at the salon these days. Go nuts, kid."''
::''"Vinnie, my friend, I hope we can both continue to do our best to make Lumiose a fine city–the kind crowds visit and spend money in."''
::* If talked to afterward
::''"This city might've changed over time, but it's still where I've chosen to live. I'll always love it here."''
; Side Mission 196 - "The Djinn Unbound" 
:'''Hotel Z (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::''"Hey! Emergency!"''
::''"This weird distortion suddenly appeared... There's some bizarro energy pouring out of it! It doesn't seem to be connected to Rogue Mega Evolution, but still... Whatever's at the center of all that power makes my hair stand on end!"''
:::'''The "center"?/Why so worried?''': ''"There's something deep inside the distortion, right where the energy readings are strongest... So, yeah–you'd better get on this! Get surveying!"''
; Side Mission (EX3) - "Raging Lightning" 
:'''[[Gare de Lumiose]] (Over Rotom Phone call)'''
::* Before battling Mega {{p|Zeraora}}
::''"Hey, kid. Got a favor to ask."''
::''"We've picked up on a real beast of a hyperspace distortion! I'll bet there's one heck of a powerful Pokémon in there. If it Rogue Mega Evolves, we're in trouble."''
::''"Can you and the rest of your usual trio handle it? I'll contact Ms. Mega Stones and your buddy."''
::''"Oh, and before I forget–the distortion's at the station front of the Gare De Lumiose"''
:::'''Yup, I'm right here/Yeah, we found it''': ''"Ha! I should've guessed. In that case, do your thing!"''
; Upon entering a hyperspace battle zone for the first time 
:'''Hyperspace Lumiose'''
::''"Seems like you've made it into a strange slice of Hyperspace Lumiose, huh, kid? Kinda resembles one of our battle zones... Guess we should call it a hyperspace battle zone! Might be that the Trainers you see there are reflections of the bitter resentment felt by Trainers defeated on our side, eh? Whatever they are, I bet I can come up with some survey tasks suited to a hyperspace battle zone. I'll keep you plenty busy, so no slouching, kid!"''

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Philippe

2026-05-27T17:33:00Z

Gengarzilla: /* Pokémon Legends: Z-A */

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'''Philippe''' (Japanese: '''ジプソ''' ''Gypso'') is a character from {{g|Legends: Z-A}}. He is [[Corbeau]]'s second-in-command at the [[Rust Syndicate]], as well as the organization's former leader. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Steel}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.

His partner Pokémon is {{p|Skarmory}}.

==In the core series games==
===Appearance===
An imposing man, Philippe is distinguished by his straight posture and wide, rotund body. He has a light complexion, a squarish face, thick eyebrows, and round eyes with large, silver pupils. He styles his black hair in a short mohawk, with gray stripes running across it. He also has mutton chops on the sides of his face, with two tufts of gray hair resembling spikes on each side.

Philippe wears a custom black three-piece suit over a dark gray dress shirt with a light gray circular pattern that resembles chainmail, as well as black shoes. There are metal strips resembling staples sewn onto various parts of his suit jacket, including the lapels, sleeves, quarters, and on the back. These metal strips are also present on his waistcoat and the buckles of his shoes. Philippe's golden necktie appears to be several blocks of metal stringed together instead of a singular piece of cloth. He keeps a golden pocket square inside his suit's breast pocket, and wears a pin of the [[Rust Syndicate]] logo on the left lapel, where he keeps his [[Key Stone]].

===Personality===
Philippe is a soft-spoken and polite, yet stern man. Through various conversations with him, it is evident that Philippe puts great emphasis on politeness, upholding one's promises, repaying one's deeds, and following the rules. This demeanor seems to allow Philippe to be more effective in coercing others into doing the Rust Syndicate's bidding, such as when he offered [[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]] a loan to shoot promotional videos for [[Hotel Z]].

Despite being older than his boss, Philippe is loyal to Corbeau and greatly admires him, formally referring to him as "Mr. Corbeau" (Japanese: '''カラスバさま''' ''Karasuba-sama''). Philippe gave away his position as the head of the Rust Syndicate to Corbeau and generally follows his orders to the letter. However, according to one of the Rust Syndicate grunts, Philippe also tries to maintain a boundary with his boss and not blindly do as he says; Philippe looks to his partner {{p|Skarmory}} as a reminder of this.

===History===
====[[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]]====
Prior to the events of [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]], in his early years, Philippe's physical strength and knack for Pokémon battles made him a force to be reckoned, and allowed him to put the other city ruffians under his command. However, being strong alone wasn't enough to make a living, and Philippe had to rely on [[Lysandre]] for financial support. Philippe later caught wind of [[Corbeau]] and how he negotiated with Lysandre to invest in various businesses he set up. Philippe and his gang tried to end Corbeau and his ventures, but he and his {{p|Venipede}} were able to outsmart and beat them every time, eventually forcing them to admit defeat, with Philippe relinquishing his position as the Rust Syndicate's boss to him.

The {{player}} is contacted by Philippe after reaching Rank D in the [[Z-A Royale]], who confirms that their friend [[Urbain]]/[[Taunie]] has unpaid loans to the Rust Syndicate, and invites them and Team MZ to the [[Rust Syndicate Office]] to discuss the matter. Philippe reveals that he was the one who offered a {{PDollar}}100,000 loan to Urbain/Taunie after they helped another Rust Syndicate member, and insists that the loan's terms are written in full despite [[Lida]] protesting about the tenfold interest rate.

Philippe later appears in [[Hotel Richissime]] as one of the guests invited to [[Jacinthe]]'s "Le Super-Tournoi de Jacinthe" tournament, and is defeated by [[Ivor]] in the first round. He also reveals that Corbeau had asked him for training before the tournament, much to Corbeau's embarrassment.

After the tournament, Philippe appears to block the player and [[Lida]] from battling a [[Rogue Mega Evolution|Rogue Mega]] {{p|Starmie}}, as Corbeau has sent him to take out the Starmie himself. He challenges the player to another battle, reasoning that he won't be able to do anything to placate the Mega Starmie if his Pokémon happen to be knocked out. Afterward, Philippe relays his and Corbeau's backstory to the player and Lida, before stopping himself and giving Lida a [[Water Stone]] to evolve her {{p|Staryu}} as hush money.

During the game's final act, Philippe, Corbeau, and the rest of the Rust Syndicate help the player climb a building to reach {{ga|Zygarde}} by forming a human ladder. In the credits, Philippe and the other major characters are seen helping clear the rubble after the incident with [[Prism Tower]].

===Pokémon===
Philippe keeps his Pokémon in [[Heavy Ball]]s and will [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] his {{p|Skarmory}} at the first opportunity.

====First battle====
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| background = {{steel color}}
| border = {{steel color dark}}
| headcolor = {{steel color light}}
| name = Philippe
| sprite = ZA Philippe.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = of the Rust Syndicate
| classlink2 = Rust Syndicate (Trainer class)
| location = Rust Syndicate Office
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,008
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 3
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0208
| pokemon = Steelix
| gender = male
| level = 46
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Heavy Slam
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Stealth Rock
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Rock Slide
| move4type = Rock
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0212
| pokemon = Scizor
| gender = male
| level = 46
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| move1 = Air Slash
| move1type = Flying
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Swords Dance
| move2type = Normal
| move2cat = Status
| move3 = X-Scissor
| move3type = Bug
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Bullet Punch
| move4type = Steel
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0227
| pokemon = Skarmory
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 47
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Flying
| held = Skarmorite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Drill Run
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Special
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

====Second battle====
{{Party
| background = {{steel color}}
| border = {{steel color dark}}
| headcolor = {{steel color light}}
| name = Philippe
| sprite = ZA Philippe.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = of the Rust Syndicate
| classlink2 = Rust Syndicate (Trainer class)
| location = Bleu District
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,648
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 4
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0208
| pokemon = Steelix
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Heavy Slam
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stealth Rock
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Breaking Swipe
| move4type = Dragon
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0212
| pokemon = Scizor
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| move1 = Protect
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Status
| move1master = yes
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = X-Scissor
| move3type = Bug
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0306
| pokemon = Aggron
| gender = male
| level = 56
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Iron Tail
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0227
| pokemon = Skarmory
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 57
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Flying
| held = Skarmorite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Drill Run
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

====Third battle====
{{Party
| background = {{steel color}}
| border = {{steel color dark}}
| headcolor = {{steel color light}}
| name = Philippe
| sprite = ZA Philippe.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = of the Rust Syndicate
| classlink2 = Rust Syndicate (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}4,480
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0208
| pokemon = Steelix
| gender = male
| level = 69
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Heavy Slam
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stealth Rock
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Breaking Swipe
| move4type = Dragon
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0212
| pokemon = Scizor
| gender = male
| level = 69
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| move1 = Protect
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Status
| move1master = yes
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = X-Scissor
| move3type = Bug
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0306
| pokemon = Aggron
| gender = male
| level = 69
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Iron Tail
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0707
| pokemon = Klefki
| gender = male
| level = 69
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Fairy
| move1 = Heal Block
| move1type = Psychic
| move1cat = Status
| move2 = Dazzling Gleam
| move2type = Fairy
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Flash Cannon
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Light Screen
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0227
| pokemon = Skarmory
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 70
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Flying
| held = Skarmorite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Drill Run
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Rematch]]====
{{Party
| background = {{steel color}}
| border = {{steel color dark}}
| headcolor = {{steel color light}}
| name = Philippe
| sprite = ZA Philippe.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = of the Rust Syndicate
| classlink2 = Rust Syndicate (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}4,736
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0208
| pokemon = Steelix
| gender = male
| level = 73
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Heavy Slam
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stealth Rock
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Breaking Swipe
| move4type = Dragon
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0212
| pokemon = Scizor
| gender = male
| level = 73
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| move1 = Protect
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Status
| move1master = yes
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = X-Scissor
| move3type = Bug
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0306
| pokemon = Aggron
| gender = male
| level = 73
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Iron Tail
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0707
| pokemon = Klefki
| gender = male
| level = 73
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Fairy
| move1 = Heal Block
| move1type = Psychic
| move1cat = Status
| move2 = Dazzling Gleam
| move2type = Fairy
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Flash Cannon
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Light Screen
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0227
| pokemon = Skarmory
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 74
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Flying
| held = Skarmorite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Drill Run
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Rematch]] (after [[Mega Dimension]])====
{{Party
| background = {{steel color}}
| border = {{steel color dark}}
| headcolor = {{steel color light}}
| name = Philippe
| sprite = ZA Philippe.png
| size= x90px
| class2 = of the Rust Syndicate
| classlink2 = Rust Syndicate (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}11,648
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0208
| pokemon = Steelix
| gender = male
| level = 88
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Heavy Slam
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Stealth Rock
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Breaking Swipe
| move4type = Dragon
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0212
| pokemon = Scizor
| gender = male
| level = 89
| type1 = Bug
| type2 = Steel
| move1 = Protect
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Status
| move1master = yes
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = X-Scissor
| move3type = Bug
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Air Slash
| move4type = Flying
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0306
| pokemon = Aggron
| gender = male
| level = 89
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Rock
| move1 = Iron Tail
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Rock Slide
| move2type = Rock
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0707
| pokemon = Klefki
| gender = male
| level = 89
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Fairy
| move1 = Heal Block
| move1type = Psychic
| move1cat = Status
| move2 = Dazzling Gleam
| move2type = Fairy
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Flash Cannon
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Light Screen
| move4type = Psychic
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0227
| pokemon = Skarmory
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 91
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Flying
| held = Skarmorite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Drill Run
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

==Gallery==

===Game assets===
====Sprites and models====
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|-

| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background:#{{steel color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Infinite Z-A Royale Profile Philippe.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background:#{{steel color light}}" | [[File:Z-A Talk Philippe.png|100px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background:#{{steel color light}}; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Z-A Royale Profile Corbeau.png|250px]]
|-

| Profile picture in the {{color2|000|Z-A Royale|Infinite Z-A Royale}} app from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
| Overworld talk sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
| Philippe in {{color2|000|Corbeau}}'s profile picture in the {{color2|000|Z-A Royale}} app from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
|}

==Quotes==
=== Pokémon Legends: Z-A ===
; [[Hotel Z]], [[Vert Sector 8]], [[Vert District]]
:* After completing Mission 19, as ???
::''“Hello. This is <player>, right? The kid who lives and helps out at [[Hotel Z]]?”''
:::'''That’s me!''': ''“Well, aren’t you an honest one. Or maybe just naive? You should be more careful about answering questions from unfamiliar callers.”''
:::'''That’s not me''': ''“Please, no need to play dumb. Let’s not waste each other’s time.”''
::''“Now, I’m calling as a representative of the [[Rust Syndicate]]. And I wanted to discuss a bit of money your friend {{tt|Taunie|if the player is male}}/{{tt|Urbain|if the player is female}} borrowed from us. I could have just dropped in at that fine hotel you work at… But I figured you want to avoid a scene. Especially since [[Taunie]]/[[Urbain]] has been working so hard to bring in new customers. So I ask that you kindly stop by our office. You’ll find it in the [[Bleu District]]. We’ll be waiting for you.”
; Mission 20 - “A Request from the Rust Syndicate”:
:'''[[Rust Syndicate Office]], [[Bleu Sector 4]], Bleu District'''
::''“You’re standing out in front of our organization. A place where we need to maintain appearances. I fail to see how you two causing a scene is aiding us in this effort. Now, who are our guests?”''
::''“Standing guard isn’t just busywork—it’s a vital role in our organization. Please do it properly. Now then—my name is Philippe. What brings you to our humble office today?”''
:::'''Regardless of choice''': ''“Oh, then you must be <player>!”''
::''“Thank you for coming by so soon after my call. I can see you’re taking matters very seriously. But what a shame to find out that this is the kind of people you are… Was there truly a need to humiliate our guards so thoroughly and heartlessly?”''
::''“I don’t know if I can discuss business with people as rude as yourselves. But it would also be rude of me to send you away when you came all the way here… So how about this: I give you a thrashing in battle, and we call it even? If you don’t mind an embarrassing defeat, speak to me when you’re ready.”''
::* Before battle
:::''“So, how about you show me what you can do in a Pokémon battle, hmm?''
::::'''You’re on!''': ''“I do like that enthusiasm. But I’m part of the Rust Syndicate’s top brass—my approval is hard to win.”''
::::'''No thanks...''': {{tt|''“In that case, I’ll ask you to leave. But then who will help your poor friend, I wonder?”''|Ends conversation}}
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving {{p|Skarmory}}''': ''“Our two stones connect us! Our bond manifests in [[Mega Evolution]]!”''
::* Upon being defeated
:::''“I see! Your Pokémon are a little stronger than I expected.”''
::* After battle
:::''“... ... ...”''
:::''“Very impressive. Very impressive indeed, for someone so young. I’ve taken the liberty of healing your Pokémon as a sign of my goodwill. And as a man of my word, I think it’s time for us to talk business. Please follow me.”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Entrance), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District'''
::''“Into the elevator, please.”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District'''
::'' “Wait here, please.”''
::''“These two are here to speak with you, boss.”''
::''“They’re the kids here to discuss our business involving Hotel Z.”''
::''“Sorry, boss… They’re stronger than they look.”''
::''“This is the boss of the Rust Syndicate. Mr. [[Corbeau]].”''
::''“Your talents far exceed my own, sir. It’s only natural I would surrender the boss’s seat to you.”''
::''“This whole deal began when I encountered Taunie/Urbain out helping people in the city. She/he was lending a hand to a member of our organization, so I asked her/him if there was any way we could help in return—as thanks, of course. She/he mentioned that the hotel she/he was helping out at was struggling to get customers... And I thought it was the perfect opportunity to offer our assistance. One of our services is providing loans to those in need, you see. Taunie/Urbain was rather enthusiastic about the idea. She/he mentioned needing funds to create some promotional videos for the hotel. It was my pleasure to loan her/him {{pdollar}}100,000 for this purpose.”
::''"Naturally I made sure to indicate the terms and conditions when finalizing the loan. Your friend claimed that if she/he made a video and posted it ASAP, guests would flock to your hotel, so she/he could pay us back in full the very next day."''
::''“To be clear, this deal is between you two and the Rust Syndicate. Urbain/Taunie has no part.”''
::''“The exit is over there. Kindly see yourselves out.”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Entrance), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District'''
::*If talked to again after initial meeting with Corbeau
:::''“Money is a very important matter. It has the power to destroy friendships.”''
::*After Corbeau calls the player in Hotel Z a second time
:::''“We’ve been waiting for you. Now, then, into the elevator, please…”''
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District'''
::''“{{tt|He's|if the player is male}}/{{tt|she's|if the player is female}} here, boss.”''
; Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District
:* After completing Mission 20
::''“Right you are, boss.”''
; Mission 24 - "Reaching Rank C":
:'''Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District'''
::''“You have that [[Challenger’s Ticket]] ready?”''

; Hotel Z, Vert Sector 8, Vert District
:* After completing mission 24
::''"Boss! I’m here to escort you back to the office, sir.”''
::''"Ah, if it isn’t Taunie/Urbain. About that loan... We would really appreciate it if you could repay it soon. Now, if possible.”''
::''“Very good. You must always return what you borrow. It’s important to follow rules like this in life.”''
; Mission 30 - "Reaching Rank B"
:'''[[Hotel Richissime]], [[North Boulevard]], [[Rouge District]]'''
::* If talked to before battling [[Canari]]
:::''“As you may expect, the Rust Syndicate usually prefers to avoid the SBC.”''
::* If talked to before battling [[Ivor]]
:::''“I would enjoy a nice, long chat with that man… With our fists doing the talking, of course.” ''
::* If talked to before battling Corbeau
:::''“The boss is going to win! There’s no way he can lose!”''
::* Before battle against Corbeau
:::''“Boss! Just remember your training with me! You’ll be fine!”''
::* If talked to before attempting to battle [[Jacinthe]]
:::''“At last, this long tournament will soon be over.”''
::* When L shows up
:::''“Huh? What?! No way! That’s [[Lysandre]]! That’s Lysandre over there, isn’t it?!”''
::* If talked to before battling {{p|Zygarde}}
:::''“Lysandre! It’s him!!!”''
::* If talked to before battling Jacinthe
:::''“The boss seems to expect great things from you. Please do your best to not disappoint him.”''
; Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District
:* If talked to after completing Mission 30
::''“Odd rules and practices in organizations exist because someone benefits from them. Take our interest rates, for example.”''
; Mission 34 - "A Rogue Mega Starmie":
:'''[[Bleu Sector 9]], Bleu District'''
::''“For goodness’ sake… Which imbecile let two civilians waltz in here when I specifically said to block off the area?”''
::'' “We received word of a Pokémon behaving erratically. We cannot allow any Lumiose resident to be harmed, so we came to evaluate the situation. I thought that if need be, I could...take care of the situation personally.”''
::''“I see. So you’re trying to keep Lumiose safe, just like us... Problem is, I’m here on direct orders from the boss. He would hardly be pleased if I simply stepped aside for you. I’m sure you understand.”''
::''“It’s simple. If <player> defeats my team, then I will be unable to take on other opponents!”''
::* In battle
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Skarmory''': '' “Mega Evolution proves our bond! Let me show you the true beauty of Skarmory!”''
::* Upon being defeated
:::''“Your true strength lies in drawing out the full strength of your Pokémon, huh?”''
::* After battle
:::''“I see you’ve been honing your skills. Time for us to withdraw, you lot. We can leave things to Team MZ. I can understand why the boss holds you in such high regard. When I first met the boss, I thought nobody could possibly surpass him... Yet now I find that the world may be bigger than I ever imagined.”''
:::'' “Age matters little when it comes to greatness. In my childhood years, I was already formidable in physical strength and in my talent for battles. As such, I was able to keep the local ruffians under control...and under my command. But I was still nothing but a young fool. I was strong, yes, but that didn’t put food on the table. It was only thanks to Lysandre’s support that I managed to survive those days. That wasn’t the case for Mr. Corbeau. He negotiated with Lysandre, convincing the man to give him seed money for his ventures. Mr. Corbeau started up all sorts of businesses—security services, Pokémon couriers, even some things that perhaps weren’t entirely aboveboard. He was quite the little upstart. So me and my gang thought he needed to be taught a lesson. Yet young Mr. Corbeau and his partner Venipede gave us the slip at every turn, always one step ahead, until we were forced to admit defeat. He outdid us completely—and in an area entirely unrelated to Pokémon battles. Ever since then, he has been the only person I call my boss. Hm… Maybe I shouldn’t have told you all that. In exchange for your silence, please take this.”''
:::''“Use it on that partner of yours. It will surely help you protect Lumiose. Now, please make sure to handle things here. If this city goes down, the Rust Syndicate will have no clients left to work with, after all.”''
; Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District
:* If talked to after completing Missions 32-34
::''“Please let Taunie/Urbain know that we look forward to seeing her/his latest video.”''
:* If talked to after completing Mission 35 and before heading to Centrico Plaza at the start of Mission 36
::''“Something’s wrong with the very symbol of Lumiose? That’s a bad omen if I’ve ever seen one.”''
; Mission 37 - “Operation Protect Lumiose”:
:'''[[Rouge Street]], [[Rouge District]]'''
::''“Sorry I’m late, boss.”''
::''“Once you choose your path, there’s no turning back. The only way is forward.”''
; Rust Syndicate Office (Office), Bleu Sector 4, Bleu District
:* If talked to after completing Mission 37
::''“The boss’s mood seems to improve whenever you pay us a visit.”''
; Mission 39 - "The Infinite Z-A Royale"
:'''Battle Court, [[Quasartico Inc.]], [[Magenta District]]'''
::* Before battle the first time
:::''“Would defeating you please the boss...or anger him? I wonder..."''
::* In battle the first time
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Skarmory''': ''“Let’s go Skarmory. Help me fight like a man.”''
::* Upon being defeated
:::{{tt|''“Your talents are on par with Mr. Corbeau’s… It’s almost enough to sway my loyalty.”|Repeats line in all subsequent rematches}}
::* Before battle in subsequent Reward Matches
:::''“I will do anything within my power to support the boss—that is the duty of any loyal follower.”''
::* In battle in subsequent Reward Matches
:::'''Upon Mega Evolving Skarmory''': ''“Skarmory, let’s show them how we were before we met the boss—vicious and unrelenting!”''

==In the TCG==
[[File:PhilippeChaosRising110.jpg|200px|thumb|Full Art print of Philippe in the TCG]]
{{main|Philippe (Chaos Rising 79)}}
'''Philippe''' was introduced as a {{TCG|Supporter card}} in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]] during the English Mega Evolution Series (the Japanese MEGA Series). It was first released in the Japanese {{TCG|Ninja Spinner}} expansion before debuting in the English {{TCG|Chaos Rising}} expansion, with artwork by [[Souichirou Gunjima]]. A {{TCG|Full Art card|Full Art}} {{TCG|ultra rare}} version with artwork by the same illustrator was released in the same sets. It allows players to attach up to 2 Basic {{e|Metal}} (Metal) Energy cards from their discard pile to 1 of their {{ct|Metal}} Pokémon.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* {{p|Klefki}} is the only Pokémon Philippe uses that is not capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]].

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#{{steel color}}; border:3px solid #{{steel color dark}}"
|-
! style="background:#{{steel color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{steel color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{steel color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| ジプソ ''Gypso''
| From the genus ''{{wp|Gypsophila}}'' (baby's-breath)
|-
| English, Brazilian Portuguese
| Philippe
| From the genus ''Gypsophila''
|-
| German
| Gipson
| From ''Gipskraut'' (baby's-breath)
|-
| European Spanish
| Giso
| From ''gisófila'' (baby's-breath)
|-
| Latin American Spanish
| Albado
| From ''alborada'' ({{wp|Gypsophila repens|alpine gypsophila}})
|-
| French, Italian
| Gypso
| Same as Japanese name
|-
| Korean
| 지프 ''Gyp''
| Partial transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 吉普索 ''Jípǔsuǒ'' / ''Gātpóusok''
| rowspan="2" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 吉普索 ''Jípǔsuǒ''
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Philippe|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

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Griselle

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{{Spoilers}}
{{Character Infobox
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|corecolor={{grey color light}}
|bordercolor=ab3f26
|name=Griselle
|jname=グリーズ
|tmname=Grise
|jtranslit=Gurīzu
|image=ZA Griselle.png
|size=x350px
|caption=Art from [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A]]
|gender=Female
|hometown=[[Lumiose City]]
|region=[[Kalos]]
|relatives=Unknown
|eyes=Blue
|hair=Red and platinum blond
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|games={{pkmn|Legends: Z-A}}
|trainer={{tc|Team Flare Nouveau}}
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|member=[[Team Flare]]
|rank=Member (formerly)
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|color={{grey color light}}
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|}
'''Griselle''' (Japanese: '''グリーズ''' ''Grise'') is a former [[Team Flare]] member, and a member of [[Team Flare Nouveau]] in {{g|Legends: Z-A}}. She mainly uses [[Fire (type)|Fire-type]] Pokémon.

Her partner Pokémon is {{p|Pyroar}}.

==In the core series games==
=== Appearance ===
Griselle is an average-height woman with fair complexion and long, platinum blond hair tied into large twin tails over her head. Parts of her hair, including the tips of her twin tails and parts of some loose strands, are red. She usually sports a dour or nonchalant expression.

Griselle and her comrade [[Grisham]] are the owners of and baristas for [[Nouveau Café]], and thus wear the almost the same uniform: white glasses, collared white-and-gray shirts decorated with triangles and rolled-back sleeves, black bowties, red-orange aprons dotted with gray and white triangles and emblazoned with the [[Team Flare Nouveau]] logo, and black shoes. Griselle complements her outfit with gray shorts and grayish-white leggings underneath her apron. Both Grisham and Griselle sport gray rings fitted with [[Key Stone]]s on their left middle finger, seemingly in imitation of how [[Lysandre|their former boss]] used to wear his own.

=== Personality ===

Griselle is initially presented as the unnamed charismatic barista who takes orders and serves them to customers, including [[Team MZ]], at Centrico Plaza's Nouveau Café.

However, she is also shown to have a more aggressive and rude side, first shown when [[Lida]] orders more food during one of Team MZ's visits, which took place right before [[Lebanne]]'s first appearance, with Griselle angrily telling Team MZ to order everything they wanted from the beginning and not make more work for her.

Once the player discovers Grisham is their opponent in their [[Z-A Royale|Z-A Royale]] promotion match to Rank A, Griselle becomes way more hostile towards the player, since they are associated with [[AZ]], as a member of Team MZ.

Similarly to Grisham, Griselle holds AZ responsible for [[Team Flare]]'s downfall due to the [[Ultimate weapon|ultimate weapon]] being his creation, which led Lysandre astray with his decision to unleash it.

While her hotheaded personality remains, Griselle is shown to be friendly with her allies, including Grisham, whom she is notably close with despite their different personalities, and the player, whom she gains more respect for after losing to them in a Pokémon battle outside of [[Lysandre Café]], where she simmers down and acknowledges her defeat, and fully heals the player's team with Nouveau Café's signature drink, the Ember Roast, for free as a sign of respect.

=== History ===

==== Background ====
Griselle was a former member of Team Flare, raised as a part of a "new generation" for the organization. She is notably a strong Pokémon Trainer, similarly to Grisham.

==== [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]] ====
The player first encounters Griselle after learning about Grisham's identity from [[Emma]] and [[Mable]], as he introduces Griselle shortly after. The player is provided the location of Lysandre Café as an alternative meeting point.

Upon their arrival at the meeting point, Griselle's short fuse and refusal to acknowledge the player as worthy of learning the true history of Team Flare prompts her to challenge them to a Pokémon battle.

Upon Grisham's defeat in his promotion match with the player, he and Griselle acknowledge the player's new status as the strongest [[Mega Evolution]] user, and are willing to help the player when they need it.

Griselle and Grisham return during the game's final act. Despite not taking part in the strategy meeting, they participate to ensure the players save travel to {{p|Zygarde}}. After battling three [[Rogue Mega Evolution|Rogue Mega-Evolved]] Pokémon alongside the player, they distract a horde of {{me|Pinsir}} to clear the last part of the path.

===Pokémon===
Griselle keeps her Pokémon in [[Quick Ball]]s and will [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] her {{p|Pyroar}} at the first opportunity.

====First battle====
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| location = Lysandre Café
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,904
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0663
| pokemon = Talonflame
| gender = female
| level = 59
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Flare Blitz
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Steel Wing
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Quick Attack
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = U-turn
| move4type = Bug
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0323
| pokemon = Camerupt
| gender = female
| level = 59
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lava Plume
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Rock Slide
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = female
| level = 60
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Thunder Fang
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0376
| pokemon = Metagross
| gender = none
| level = 60
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Bullet Punch
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Psycho Cut
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Brutal Swing
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0668
| pokemon = Pyroar
| form = -Male
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 61
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Normal
| held = Pyroarite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Flamethrower
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Earth Power
| move2type = Ground
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Snarl
| move4type = Dark
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====Multi Battle partner====
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| border = ab3f26
| headcolor = {{grey color light}}
| name = Griselle
| sprite = ZA Griselle.png
| size = x90px
| class2 = of Team Flare Nouveau
| classlink2 = Team Flare Nouveau (Trainer class)
| location = Magenta District
| prize = {{PDollar}}3,904
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0668
| pokemon = Pyroar
| form = -Male
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 61
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Normal
| held = Pyroarite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Hyper Voice
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Flamethrower
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Earth Power
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Hyper Beam
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0663
| pokemon = Talonflame
| gender = female
| level = 59
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Brave Bird
| move1type = Flying
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Flare Blitz
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Steel Wing
| move3type = Steel
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Flame Wheel
| move4type = Fire
| move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0323
| pokemon = Camerupt
| gender = female
| level = 59
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Rock Slide
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Heat Crash
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Earth Power
| move4type = Ground
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = female
| level = 60
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Fire Fang
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0376
| pokemon = Metagross
| gender = none
| level = 60
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Bullet Punch
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Light Screen
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Status
| move2master = yes
| move3 = Brutal Swing
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Party/end}}

====Second battle====
{{Party
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| border = ab3f26
| headcolor = {{grey color light}}
| name = Griselle
| sprite = ZA Griselle.png
| size = x90px
| class2 = of Team Flare Nouveau
| classlink2 = Team Flare Nouveau (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}4,544
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0663
| pokemon = Talonflame
| gender = female
| level = 69
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Flare Blitz
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Steel Wing
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Brave Bird
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = U-turn
| move4type = Bug
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0323
| pokemon = Camerupt
| gender = female
| level = 69
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lava Plume
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Rock Slide
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = female
| level = 70
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Thunder Fang
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0376
| pokemon = Metagross
| gender = none
| level = 70
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Bullet Punch
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Psycho Cut
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0668
| pokemon = Pyroar
| form = -Male
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 71
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Normal
| held = Pyroarite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Flamethrower
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Earth Power
| move2type = Ground
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Snarl
| move4type = Dark
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Rematch]]====
{{Party
| background = eb8b51
| border = ab3f26
| headcolor = {{grey color light}}
| name = Griselle
| sprite = ZA Griselle.png
| size = x90px
| class2 = of Team Flare Nouveau
| classlink2 = Team Flare Nouveau (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}4,800
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0663
| pokemon = Talonflame
| gender = female
| level = 73
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Flare Blitz
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Steel Wing
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Brave Bird
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = U-turn
| move4type = Bug
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0323
| pokemon = Camerupt
| gender = female
| level = 73
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lava Plume
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Rock Slide
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = female
| level = 74
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Thunder Fang
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0376
| pokemon = Metagross
| gender = none
| level = 74
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Bullet Punch
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Psycho Cut
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0668
| pokemon = Pyroar
| form = -Male
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 75
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Normal
| held = Pyroarite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Flamethrower
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Earth Power
| move2type = Ground
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Snarl
| move4type = Dark
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

====[[Mission (Legends: Z-A)|Hyperspace Mission 8]]====
{{Party/2
| background = {{fairy color light}}
| bordercolor = ab3f26
| headcolor = {{grey color light}}
| location = Hotel Richissime
| game = ZA
| prize = {{pdollar}}10,800
| t-background = {{fairy color}}
| t-border = {{fairy color dark}}
| sprite = VSJacinthe.png
| size= x90px
| class = Unstoppable Forces
| classlink = Unstoppable Forces (Trainer class)
| name = {{color2|000|Jacinthe}}
| pokemon = 3
| t-background2 = {{grey color light}}
| t-border2 = ab3f26
| sprite2 = ZA Griselle.png
| size2= x90px
| name2 = Griselle
| pokemon2 = 3
}}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0703|pokemon=Carbink|type1=Rock|type2=Fairy|level=73|gender=female|heldgame=ZA|move1=Moonblast|move1type=Fairy|move1cat=Special|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical}}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0700|pokemon=Sylveon|type1=Fairy|level=74|gender=female|heldgame=ZA|move1=Moonblast|move1type=Fairy|move1cat=Special|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special|move2master=yes}}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0036|pokemon=Clefable|type1=Fairy|held=Clefablite|icon=mega|level=75|gender=female|heldgame=ZA|move1=Air Slash|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Special|move2=Moonblast|move2type=Fairy|move2cat=Special}}
{{Party/2/div|t-background2 = eb8b51 }}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0323|pokemon=Camerupt|type1=Fire|type2=Ground|level=73|gender=female|heldgame=ZA|move1=Earthquake|move1type=Ground|move1cat=Physical|move2=Lava Plume|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special}}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0376|pokemon=Metagross|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic|level=74|gender=female|heldgame=ZA|move1=Bullet Punch|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical|move2=Psycho Cut|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical}}
{{Pokémon|gen=ZA|ndex=0668|pokemon=Pyroar|form=-Male|held=Pyroarite|icon=mega|type1=Fire|type2=Normal|level=75|gender=male|heldgame=ZA|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special|move2=Earth Power|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Special}}
{{Party/end}}

====Side mission #155====

====Side mission #185====

====[[Rematch]] (after [[Mega Dimension]])====
{{Party
| background = eb8b51
| border = ab3f26
| headcolor = {{grey color light}}
| name = Griselle
| sprite = ZA Griselle.png
| size = x90px
| class2 = of Team Flare Nouveau
| classlink2 = Team Flare Nouveau (Trainer class)
| location = Quasartico Inc.
| prize = {{PDollar}}12,032
| game = ZA
| pokemon = 5
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0663
| pokemon = Talonflame
| gender = female
| level = 91
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Flare Blitz
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Steel Wing
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Brave Bird
| move3type = Flying
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = U-turn
| move4type = Bug
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0323
| pokemon = Camerupt
| gender = female
| level = 91
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Ground
| move1 = Earthquake
| move1type = Ground
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Lava Plume
| move2type = Fire
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Rock Slide
| move3type = Rock
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Protect
| move4type = Normal
| move4cat = Status
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0142
| pokemon = Aerodactyl
| gender = female
| level = 92
| type1 = Rock
| type2 = Flying
| move1 = Stone Edge
| move1type = Rock
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Iron Head
| move2type = Steel
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Crunch
| move3type = Dark
| move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Thunder Fang
| move4type = Electric
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0376
| pokemon = Metagross
| gender = none
| level = 93
| type1 = Steel
| type2 = Psychic
| move1 = Bullet Punch
| move1type = Steel
| move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Psycho Cut
| move2type = Psychic
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Earthquake
| move3type = Ground
| move3cat = Physical
| move3master = yes
| move4 = Ice Punch
| move4type = Ice
| move4cat = Physical
| move4master = yes
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = ZA
| ndex = 0668
| pokemon = Pyroar
| form = -Male
| icon = mega
| gender = male
| level = 94
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Normal
| held = Pyroarite
| heldgame = ZA
| move1 = Flamethrower
| move1type = Fire
| move1cat = Special
| move2 = Earth Power
| move2type = Ground
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Hyper Voice
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Special
| move4 = Snarl
| move4type = Dark
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Party/end}}

==Gallery==

===Game assets===
====Sprites and models====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #ab3f26; background:#eb8b51; font-size:80%;"
|-

| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #ab3f26; background:#eb8b51; overflow:hidden" | [[File:Infinite_Z-A Royale Profile Griselle.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #ab3f26; background:#eb8b51; | [[File:Z-A Talk Griselle.png|100px]]
|-

| Profile picture in the {{color2|000|Z-A Royale|Infinite Z-A Royale}} app from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
| Overworld talk sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Legends: Z-A|Legends: Z-A}}
|}

==Trivia==
* {{p|Talonflame}} is the only Pokémon Griselle uses that is not capable of [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]].
* When spoken to at the flagship [[Nouveau Café]] truck to place an order, Griselle's name does not appear above her text window, even after completing the game.
* Griselle and Grisham's {{p|Pyroar}} are both respectively the only members of their teams to be of the opposite gender.
* While Griselle is not stated to specialize in any specific [[Type|type]], three of her five Pokémon are {{type|Fire}}s (including her partnered Mega Pyroar), which is one of the two most common types used in Team Flare Nouveau, the other being the {{type|Dark}}.
** This indicates that Griselle may have a ''preference'' for Fire-types, due to an array of possible factors, such as her former association with Team Flare, hotheaded personality, usage of [[Quick Ball]]s, and tendency to exclaim words relating to fire during Pokémon battles (similarly to Grisham).
** While not a Fire-type, Griselle's {{p|Aerodactyl}} is a [[Fossil|Fossil Pokémon]], which makes it a likely reference to [[Team Flare]]'s attempt to steal fossils during their first encounter with the player in [[Pokémon X and Y]].
** While also not a Fire-type, Griselle's {{p|Metagross}} is a Pokémon that is known to have [[Evolution|evolved]] from {{p|Beldum}} and {{p|Metang}}, and these two can be found as wild encounters in the abandoned [[Lysandre Labs]] in [[Pokémon Legends: Z-A]].

==Names==
{| class="roundtable" style="background:#eb8b51; border:3px solid #ab3f26"
|-
! style="background:#{{grey color light}}" | Language
! style="background:#{{grey color light}}" | Name
! style="background:#{{grey color light}}" | Origin
|-
| Japanese
| グリーズ ''Grise''
| From ''grise'' (French for "gray" [feminine form])
|-
| English, German
| Griselle
| From ''grise'' (French for "gray" [feminine form])
|-
| European Spanish, Latin American Spanish
| Grisela
| From ''gris'' (gray)
|-
| French
| Cendrie
| From ''cendre'' (ash)
|-
| Italian
| Grise
| From ''grise'' (French for "gray" [feminine form])
|-
| Korean
| 그리젤 ''Griselle''
| Transcription of her English name
|-
| Chinese (Traditional)
| 古麗茲 ''Gǔlìzī'' / ''Gúlaihjī''
| rowspan=2 | Transcription of her Japanese name
|-
| Chinese (Simplified)
| 古丽兹 ''Gǔlìzī''
|}
{{-}}

==Related articles==
* [[a:Category:Griselle|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]

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{{Team Flare}}
{{NPC|defense|kalos=yes}}
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[[Category:Legends: Z-A characters]]
[[Category:Fire-type Trainers]]
[[Category:Members of Team Flare]]
[[Category:Multi Battle partners]]
[[Category:Trainers who use Mega Evolution]]

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Unova Route 10

2026-05-27T16:45:17Z

Gengarzilla: /* {{MangaArc|Black & White}} */

{{missing image|2=Needs full route map from all seasons}}
{{Route infobox
|number=10
|image=Unova Route 10 Summer BW.png
|type=land
|region=Unova
|mapdesc=A road leading to the Badge Check Gates, chock full of showoffs.
|north=Victory Road (Black and White)
|northalt=Victory Road
|south=Opelucid City
|generation=5
}}

'''Route 10''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|１０番道路|１０ばんどうろ}}''' ''Route 10'') is a route in northern Unova, connecting [[Opelucid City]] to {{OBP|Victory Road|Black and White}}. Here, the {{player}} {{pkmn|battle}}s [[Cheren]] once more. It is the final route before Victory Road and contains the Badge Check Gates. Each area between the gates represents the type that the Gym used.

In the two years before {{B2W2}}, a landslide occurred on the old Victory Road. As a precaution, the entrance to this route from Opelucid City was sealed off, effectively removing this route from the game. As a result, a {{rt|23|Unova|new path}} to a new {{OBP|Victory Road|Black 2 and White 2}} exists, where the Badge Check Gates have been relocated.

==Route description==
Route 10 leads briefly north before turning east. There is a sign and tall grass north of this bend. The path continues eastwards up some stairs and then along a bridge. Due the height of this bridge above the water, {{player}}s may not {{m|Surf}} from it. As the player crosses the bridge after obtaining the [[Badge#Legend Badge|Legend Badge]] from [[Drayden]]{{sup/5|B}}/[[Iris]]{{sup/5|W}}, [[Cheren]] will approach the player from the west and challenge them to a battle, wanting to prepare them for battling against [[N]].

After crossing the bridge, there is a narrow patch of {{DL|Tall grass|dark grass}} alongside a cliff. It leads north, then west before widening slightly and heading north, then west again. A bridge south of the dark grass which also cannot be surfed from leads to a male {{tc|Veteran}} who will give the player a [[Dusk Stone]]. By heading east past the Veteran and south over a ledge, the player returns to the main path.

The route continues east past the bridge where the player fought Cheren between a cliff to the north and tall grass in the south before arriving at the Badge Check Gates. These lead to {{OBP|Victory Road|Black and White}} and ultimately the {{un|Pokémon League}}. Each area between the gates represents the type of the Gym each [[Badge]] for that specific Badge Check Gate was obtained from.

==Places of interest==
===Badge Check Gates===
The Badge Check Gates are located in the northeast of this route. These gates lead to {{OBP|Victory Road|Black and White}}. Each gate has something to do with the type specialized in by that Badge's Gym, which can be accessed after obtaining the corresponding Badge.

Different tracks are added to the background theme one by one as the player progresses through the Badge Check Gates, resulting in the complete Victory Road theme once the player arrives there.

====Desolate Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Desolate Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Desolate Gate]]
This Gate has nothing in it except a {{tc|Veteran}} to check for the Trio Badge.

It starts the music with a wind track.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! Unqualified ones shall not pass!"''
:''"The key to open this closed gate is the Trio Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Trio Badge! Challenge all that you face!"''

====Trio Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Trio Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Trio Badge Gate]]
The Trio Badge Gate is composed of features that represent the three types used by [[Cilan]], [[Chili]], and [[Cress]]. Respectively, they are: shrubs, small trees, flowers, and grass; two burning torches on the north side of the stream; a small stream which cannot be {{m|surf}}ed on or [[fishing|fished]] in flowing through the center of the area, with a bridge crossing it. There are also two restaurant tables on the south side of the river.

It adds a drum track to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Basic Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Basic Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Basic Badge! Show the knowledge you've obtained!"''

====Basic Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Basic Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Basic Badge Gate]]
The Basic Badge Gate is a garden with hedges and [[tall grass]]: both normal tall grass and {{DL|tall grass|dark grass}}. This is the only gate where [[wild Pokémon]] can be encountered; these Pokémon are the same as those found in the rest of Route 10. There are three poles connected via red velvet rope, similar to what is seen in museums. There are pieces of what appear to be ancient stone ruins.

It adds a {{wp|timpani}} track to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Insect Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Insect Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Insect Badge! Fight valiantly like an insect!"''

====Insect Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Insect Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Insect Badge Gate]]
The Insect Badge Gate holds a large metal bug sculpture in the center of the area. A path goes over the bug, leading to the other end of the gate.

It adds a {{wp|tuba}} track to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Bolt Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Bolt Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Bolt Badge! Unfurl a shocking battle!"''

====Bolt Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Bolt Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Bolt Badge Gate]]
The Bolt Badge Gate has a metal bridge with three glass tubes containing blue electricity on each side, connected underneath the bridge with electric blue wiring. This is the only gate with an NPC besides the gate guard; an NPC with the sprite of an {{tc|Ace Trainer}} stands here.

It adds a low {{wp|Bowed string instrument|string}} track to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Quake Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Quake Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Quake Badge! Make your foes' hearts tremble!"''

====Quake Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Quake Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Quake Badge Gate]]
The Quake Badge Gate's path is surrounded by gem-encrusted walls of earth, making the path vary from wide to narrow.

It adds a high string and {{wp|pizzicato}} tunes to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Jet Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Jet Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Jet Badge! Blast ahead with tremendous force!"''

====Jet Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Jet Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Jet Badge Gate]]
The Jet Badge Gate has a large seemingly bottomless crevasse with a strong, constant gust coming out of it, blowing leaves out with it. The player can cross the crevasse by simply walking across, floating due to the gust. The player cannot run while being lifted.

It adds a {{wp|Horn (instrument)|horn}} track to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Freeze Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Freeze Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Freeze Badge! Show the sharp edge of an icicle!"''

====Freeze Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Freeze Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Freeze Badge Gate]]
The Freeze Badge Gate has a mass of [[Ice tile#Slippery ice tile|slippery ice]], with icy pillars used as a part of a sliding puzzle. This is the only gate which involves a puzzle.

It adds a {{wp|Tubular bell|bell}} to the background music.

At the end of the area, a Veteran checks for the Legend Badge.

=====Quotes=====
:''"Halt! The key to open this gate is the Legend Badge!"''
:''"Oh, holder of the Legend Badge! Pass through Victory Road, which lies beyond here, and head for the Pokémon League!"''
:''"Prove that you, too, can be a legend!"''

====Legend Badge Gate====
[[File:Unova Route 10 Legend Badge Gate BW.png|thumb|200px|Legend Badge Gate]]
The Legend Badge Gate features two stone dragon heads, each with a single clawed hand, protruding from the cliff face.

It adds a {{wp|trombone}} to the background music.
{{-}}

==Items==
{{Itlisth|land}}
{{Itemlist|Full Heal|In the [[tall grass]] near the Opelucid City entrance, the item on the far right|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Max Potion|On the tall cliff north of the Opelucid City entrance ''(hidden)''|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Max Revive|From [[Bianca]] after defeating [[Cheren]]|Bl=yes|W=yes|display=[[Max Revive]] ×2}}
{{Itemlist|Hyper Potion|In the dark tall grass, northeast of the northern bridge|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Dawn Stone|In the dark tall grass, northeast of the northern bridge|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itemlist|Dusk Stone|From the male {{tc|Veteran}} southwest of the northern bridge|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itemlist|TM Normal|On the [[ledge]] in the middle of the route|Bl=yes|W=yes|display={{TM|05|Roar}}}}
{{Itemlist|Full Restore|Below the ledge southwest of the Badge Check Gates|Bl=yes|W=yes}}
{{Itlistfoot|land}}

===Fake items===
{{Itlisth|land}}
{{Itemlist|None|sprite=590MS|In the tall grass near the Opelucid City entrance, the items on the left and middle|Bl=yes|W=yes|display={{p|Foongus}} ×2}}
{{Itemlist|None|sprite=591MS|
* In the dark tall grass, north of the southern bridge
* In the dark tall grass, northwest of the southern bridge|Bl=yes|W=yes|display={{p|Amoonguss}} ×2}}
{{Itlistfoot|land}}

==Pokémon==
{{catch/header|land|4}}
{{catch/entry5|507|Herdier|yes|yes|yes|Grass|33-34|all=30%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|538|Throh|no|yes|yes|Grass|33, 36|all=10%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|539|Sawk|yes|no|yes|Grass|33, 36|all=10%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|590|Foongus|yes|yes|yes|Grass|34-35|all=10%|type1=Grass|type2=Poison}}
{{catch/entry5|626|Bouffalant|yes|yes|yes|Grass|34-35|all=20%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|627|Rufflet|no|yes|yes|Grass|34, 36|all=30%|type1=Normal|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/entry5|629|Vullaby|yes|no|yes|Grass|34, 36|all=30%|type1=Dark|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/div|land|Dark grass}}
{{catch/entry5|507|Herdier|yes|yes|yes|Dark|38-39|all=30%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|538|Throh|no|yes|yes|Dark|38, 41|all=10%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|539|Sawk|yes|no|yes|Dark|38, 41|all=10%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|591|Amoonguss|yes|yes|yes|Dark|39-40|all=10%|type1=Grass|type2=Poison}}
{{catch/entry5|626|Bouffalant|yes|yes|yes|Dark|39-40|all=20%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|627|Rufflet|no|yes|yes|Dark|39, 41|all=30%|type1=Normal|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/entry5|629|Vullaby|yes|no|yes|Dark|39, 41|all=30%|type1=Dark|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/div|land|Rustling grass}}
{{catch/entry5|508|Stoutland|yes|yes|yes|Rustling|36|all=5%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|531|Audino|yes|yes|yes|Rustling|33-36|all=80%|type1=Normal}}
{{catch/entry5|538|Throh|yes|no|yes|Rustling|36|all=5%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|539|Sawk|no|yes|yes|Rustling|36|all=5%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/entry5|587|Emolga|yes|yes|yes|Rustling|34|all=10%|type1=Electric|type2=Flying}}
{{catch/div|land|Swarm}}
{{Catch/entry5|236|Tyrogue|yes|yes|yes|Grass|15-55|all=40%|type1=Fighting}}
{{catch/footer|land}}

==Special encounters==
Two {{p|Foongus}} and {{p|Amoonguss}} appear here as {{DL|Item|fake items}}. They each have a 50% chance of holding a [[Tiny Mushroom|TinyMushroom]], a 25% chance of holding a [[Big Mushroom|BigMushroom]], and a 1% chance of holding a [[Balm Mushroom|BalmMushroom]].
{{Pokémon/Grid}}
{{Pokémon
| caption = '''Black and White'''
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0590
| pokemon = Foongus
| gender = both
| level = 30
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Effect Spore
| move1 = Ingrain
| move1type = Grass
| move1cat = Status
| move2 = Faint Attack
| move2type = Dark
| move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Sweet Scent
| move3type = Normal
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Giga Drain
| move4type = Grass
| move4cat = Special
}}
{{Pokémon
| caption = '''Black and White'''
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0591
| pokemon = Amoonguss
| gender = both
| level = 40
| type1 = Grass
| type2 = Poison
| ability = Effect Spore
| move1 = Sweet Scent
| move1type = Normal
| move1cat = Status
| move2 = Giga Drain
| move2type = Grass
| move2cat = Special
| move3 = Toxic
| move3type = Poison
| move3cat = Status
| move4 = Synthesis
| move4type = Grass
| move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon/Grid/end}}

==Trainers==
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{{Trainerdiv|land}}
{{Trainerentry|Spr BW Hiker.png|Hiker|Bret|1216|2|533|Gurdurr|♂|38||525|Boldore|♂|38|36=カツヒコ|37=Katsuhiko}}
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{{Trainerentry|Spr BW Ace Trainer F.png|Ace Trainer|Cheyenne|2400|2|586|Sawsbuck|♀|40||593F|Jellicent|♀|40|36=アサミ|37=Asami}}
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{{Trainerfooter|land|5}}

;After earning the {{badge|Legend}}
{{Party
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| sprite = Spr BW Cheren.png
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| location = Unova Route 10
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| pokemon = Unfezant
| form = -Male
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| level = 43
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| ability = Super Luck
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| move3 = Air Slash | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0512
| pokemon = Simisage
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Grass
| ability = Gluttony
| held = Miracle Seed
| move1 = Lick | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Seed Bomb | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Leer | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fury Swipes | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0510
| pokemon = Liepard
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Unburden
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Assurance | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Slash | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0500
| pokemon = Emboar
| gender = male
| level = 45
| type1 = Fire
| type2 = Fighting
| ability = Blaze
| held = Leftovers
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| move3 = Take Down | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
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{{Party/end}}
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| caption = {{PlayerChoice|0498|Tepig}}
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{{Pokémon
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| level = 43
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| ability = Super Luck
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| move3 = Air Slash | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
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| ndex = 0514
| pokemon = Simisear
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Fire
| ability = Gluttony
| held = Charcoal
| move1 = Lick | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Flame Burst | move2type = Fire | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Leer | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fury Swipes | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0510
| pokemon = Liepard
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Dark
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| held = Sitrus Berry
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| move3 = Slash | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0503
| pokemon = Samurott
| gender = male
| level = 45
| type1 = Water
| ability = Torrent
| held = Leftovers
| move1 = Aqua Tail | move1type = Water | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Slash | move2type = Normal | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Aqua Jet | move3type = Water | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Encore | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Party/end}}
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| caption = {{PlayerChoice|0501|Oshawott}}
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| class = {{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
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| name = {{color2|000|Cheren}}
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| game = BW
| pokemon = 4
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{{Pokémon
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| ndex = 0521
| pokemon = Unfezant
| form = -Male
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Normal
| type2 = Flying
| ability = Super Luck
| held = Scope Lens
| move1 = Razor Wind | move1type = Normal | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Detect | move2type = Fighting | move2cat = Status
| move3 = Air Slash | move3type = Flying | move3cat = Special
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0516
| pokemon = Simipour
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Water
| ability = Gluttony
| held = Mystic Water
| move1 = Lick | move1type = Ghost | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Scald | move2type = Water | move2cat = Special
| move3 = Leer | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Fury Swipes | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0510
| pokemon = Liepard
| gender = male
| level = 43
| type1 = Dark
| ability = Unburden
| held = Sitrus Berry
| move1 = Assurance | move1type = Dark | move1cat = Physical
| move2 = Night Slash | move2type = Dark | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Slash | move3type = Normal | move3cat = Physical
| move4 = Taunt | move4type = Dark | move4cat = Status
}}
{{Pokémon
| gen = 5
| ndex = 0497
| pokemon = Serperior
| gender = male
| level = 45
| type1 = Grass
| ability = Overgrow
| held = Leftovers
| move1 = Giga Drain | move1type = Grass | move1cat = Special
| move2 = Leaf Blade | move2type = Grass | move2cat = Physical
| move3 = Coil | move3type = Poison | move3cat = Status
| move4 = Slam | move4type = Normal | move4cat = Physical
}}
{{Party/end}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Unova Route 10 Adventures.png|thumb|210px|Route 10 in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Badge Check Gates Adventures.png|thumb|210px|The Badge Check Gates in Pokémon Adventures]]
===={{MangaArc|Black & White}}====
Route 10 first appeared in ''[[PS511|Dream a Little Dream]]'', where the Trainers who had earned eight [[Badge]]s went through the Badge Check Gates a day before the first part of the {{un|Pokémon League}} tournament would begin at {{OBP|Victory Road|Black and White}}. {{adv|Black}}, who had failed to earn his eighth Badge yet, and was also depressed about his [[Musha|Munna]] leaving him, was ready to give up, but seeing his [[Party|team]], which shared his passionate dream of beating the {{pkmn|Champion}}, he regained his passion and sought out [[Drayden]] at the Badge Check Gates. Since the deadline for earning eight Badges would technically only close when the League tournament itself began, Black demanded to battle Drayden for his Badge, which he accepted.

In ''[[PS512|Hallway Hijinks]]'', Black and Drayden had their battle in a corridor reserved for the event staff. Due to Drayden's {{p|Druddigon}} being used to moving around in narrow caves, it had the advantage over [[Brav|Black's Braviary]] in the similarly narrow corridor. When Braviary was on the brink of defeat, Black once again considered giving up. Unexpectedly, [[Elite Four]] member [[Caitlin]] suddenly burst in and had her {{p|Gothitelle}} mentally connect Black with the [[Gym Leader]]s that had been captured by [[Team Plasma]]. Thanks to their words of encouragement, Black regained his motivation and had Braviary use {{m|Air Slash}} on a door leading outside, blasting it open and letting in a gust of cold air that weakened Druddigon enough for Braviary to defeat it. As agreed, Drayden rewarded Black for his victory with the {{badge|Legend}}, allowing him to compete in the Pokémon League tournament.

In ''[[PS517|Something Suspicious]]'', [[Marlon]] revealed to {{adv|White}} that the [[Colress|Hood Man]] wasn't carrying the scent of the river flowing through the Trio Badge Gate, confirming that he had sneaked into the competition without the required eight Badges.
{{-}}

==Trivia==
* Route 10 is the only place where one of the two rivers of [[Unova]] is crossed and is not labeled as a bridge.
* Although Route 10 no longer exists in Black 2 and White 2's story:
** If the {{player}} uses a [[cheating]] device to access this route by passing through the construction site, it only leads to a bunch of trees, and the background music for {{rt|6|Unova}} plays.
** Its location [https://tcrf.net/Pok%C3%A9mon_Black_2_and_White_2#Leftovers exists as leftover data] in Black 2/White 2's files, as both games run on the same engine as their predecessors for compatibility reasons. Because of this, both games can be reverse-engineered to effectively restore Route 10 (as shown in these [http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNVAVN2lqqs two] [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7eCeE9sHb0 examples]), although data limitations prevent a perfect restoration, as most of Route's 10 original data was removed during Black 2/White 2's development.
* Route 10's background music was remixed for [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS and Wii U]]. It can be heard in Wii U version on the {{OBP|Kalos Pokémon League|stage}}. The remix returns in [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]], and can play on any stage from the Pokémon series.
* Unlike the {{si|Pokémon League}} in [[Generation IV]], the Badge Check Gates on this route will check every Badge the player has obtained.
** If the {{player}} attempts to access the gates via [[cheating]] without obtaining any Badges, the guard will not let them through the gates for the Badges they've not obtained yet, even though the route requires seven Badges to be legitimately be accessed. Thus, it is possible to have a guard refuse the player's entry at a gate before the {{badge|Legend}} Gate.

==Related articles==
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[[Category:Unova locations|Route 010]]
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Explorers

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:''This article is about the group from Pokémon Horizons. For the games, see [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness]] and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]].''
{{spoilers}}
{{Team Infobox
|teamname=Explorers
|jpteamname={{tt|エクスプローラーズ|Ekusupurōrāzu}}
|tmteamname=Explorers
|logo=Explorers Logo.png
|image=Explorers Admins anime.png
|caption=The generals<ref>They are referred to as "generals" in English-based media, such as the [https://horizons.pokemon.com/en-us/ official website] and the blurb for ''[[HZ086|The Rising Volt Tacklers vs. The Explorers!]]''. In Japanese, they have been referred to as '''幹部''' ''kanbu'' in a [https://x.com/anipoke_PR/status/2047622830880325904 X/Twitter post], used for the terms "Admin" and "Executive" (such as {{tc|Magma Admin}} and {{tc|Executive|Rocket Executive}})</ref> of the Explorers prior to the ''[[Mega Voltage]]'' arc
|size=300px
|leader=[[Cervantis]] (currently) [[Spinel]] (formerly; arrested) [[Gibeon]] (formerly; deceased)
|leadername=Boss
|region=Worldwide
|admins=[[Hamber]], [[Amethio]], [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], [[Chalce]] (all formerly)
|adminname=Generals
|targets=[[Laqua]], [[Laquium]], the [[Six Heroes]], [[Pagogo|Terapagos]], the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]], [[Diana]], [[Naranja Academy]], [[Area Zero]]
|hideout=[[Mount Pericarp]], [[Manpūku Town]] ([[Explorers base]]), unknown ([[Explorers HQ]])
|epnum=HZ001
|epname=The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)
|text color=FFF
|border color={{ghost color}}
|background color={{ghost color light}}
|lightened color={{ghost color}}
}}
The '''Explorers''' (Japanese: '''エクスプローラーズ''' ''Explorers'') are the main antagonists in {{aniseries|HZ}} up to the ''[[Rising Again]]'' arc, led by [[Gibeon]] and, following his death, [[Spinel]]. Initially, the Explorers referred to a trio of century-old adventurers—[[Lucius]], [[Rystal]], and Gibeon—whose goal was to find [[Laqua]], but underwent a major restructure by Gibeon, turning it into a global [[Villainous team|villainous organization]] whose goal is to obtain, monopolize, and extract the powers of the mysterious [[Laquium]] found at Laqua and use it for the benefit of [[human]]s and {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. Under Spinel's tenure, the goal of the Explorers shifted towards global domination from the shadows via media manipulation and public reliance on his Laquium-based [[Strong Sphere]] project.

The Explorers have a strong connection to [[Exceed]], a company founded by Gibeon that is used as a front to conduct research on Laquium.

==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:The original Explorers.png|250px|left|thumb|The original Explorers: [[Rystal]], [[Lucius]], and [[Gibeon]]]]
100 years prior to the events of {{aniseries|HZ}}, the group known as Explorers was founded by [[Lucius]], [[Gibeon]], and [[Rystal]] as they journeyed together to find the Pokémon paradise, [[Laqua]].

Eventually, the trio arrived at their destination and, musing over how such a bountiful environment was created, decided to venture in further deep. In the deepest parts of Laqua, they found a cluster of [[Laquium]], a highly energetic substance in the form of pink crystals that was forcing the surrounding vegetation to overgrow, leaving the land barren. Lucius and Rystal immediately recognized the danger it posed and decided to leave Laqua, but Gibeon insisted on meddling with it and had his [[White Zygarde]] dig the cluster out, causing it to activate and begin growing uncontrollably. Despite the efforts of Zygarde and Lucius's [[Six Heroes]], the Laquium kept on spreading and caused a fissure to open under Gibeon, swallowing him swole and leaving him presumed dead. At this moment, [[Pagogo]], Rystal's {{p|Terapagos}}, transformed into its {{form|Terapagos|Stellar Form}}, shared its [[Terastal energy|power]] with the Six Heroes, and sealed the Laquium, along with Lucius, within a giant energy barrier. As a result of this, Lucius got trapped in Laqua, Pagogo reverted into a dormant state, and the Six Heroes got scattered around the {{pkmn2|world}}, with Rystal being the only one to escape unscathed, holding onto the promise of protecting the future of {{OBP|Layla|Horizons|her and Lucius's daughter}}.

Unbeknownst to everyone, however, Gibeon managed to survive due to Laquium's power and, three days later, stumbled out of Laqua and into [[Pericarp Town]], where he had his injuries treated by one of the villagers. With Laquium extending his lifespan, Gibeon lived for the next hundred years, during which he established a base of operations near [[Mount Pericarp]] and reformed the Explorers into its modern-day iteration, aiming to obtain Pagogo and the Six Heroes in order to undo the sealing barrier and extract the crystals directly from the source. He also founded [[Exceed]], through which he was able to study Laquium's properties.

At some point following the Explorers' restructure, [[Hamber]] joined them in gratitude for Gibeon's guidance during his time as an aimless adventurer. Now Gibeon's second-in-command and family butler, Hamber became responsible for recruiting and coaching the new generals of the organization: [[Amethio]], [[Coral]], [[Sidian]], and [[Chalce]], in that order. The remaining general, [[Spinel]], was a brilliant Exceed researcher that was personally selected by Gibeon.

A year prior to the events of the series, Hamber approached [[Diana]], his former traveling companion, and offered to aid her in her adventures, but this was actually an attempt to obtain her pendant, which was Pagogo in its dormant form. She, however, saw through his lies and escaped. Later, Hamber discovered that the pendant had been passed down to Diana's granddaughter, [[Liko]], and assigned Amethio and his subordinates, [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]], to retrieve it.

==={{aniseries|HZ}}===
[[File:Amethio HZ001.png|thumb|right|250px|[[Amethio]] battling [[Friede]] for the first time]]
The Explorers debuted in ''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''. During a school break, Amethio approached Liko at [[Indigo Academy]]'s dormitories and, while under the guise of a representative of Diana, lied about being entasked to pick up the pendant in order to return it to her grandmother. Feeling something was amiss, Liko attempted to escape from him and his cohorts, Zirc and Onia, but ended up cornered on a rooftop until [[Friede]] swooped in at the right time and engaged Amethio in a battle. Upon witnessing the collateral damage the battle was causing, Liko tried to run away and almost got hit by a stray {{m|Psycho Cut}} if not by her pendant suddenly generating an energy field in order to shield her, which Friede used as an opening to escape with her to the [[Brave Olivine]]. The Explorers, however, did not give up and [[HZ002|followed them to the airship]], even amidst a vicious thunderstorm. There, Friede and Amethio clashed again, albeit briefly, as this time, Liko stepped in, having her {{TP|Liko|Sprigatito}} unleash a {{m|Leafage}} powerful enough to break the barrier around the battlefield and expose everyone to the unrelenting weather. This forced the Explorers to retreat, but not without taking the {{pkmn|category|Grass Cat Pokémon}} as a hostage.
[[File:Explorers Admins HZ006.png|left|250px|thumb|Gibeon communicating with the generals after Amethio's mission in [[Kanto]]]]
In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Amethio battled against Friede once again; this time, however, the {{pkmn|Professor}} was just distracting him to allow Liko to find Sprigatito in the warehouse where they were hiding. While this was happening, Zirc managed to plant a tracker on Brave Olivine's hull. This allowed for the Explorers to follow the ship all the way to [[Roy's hometown|Roy's island]] via submarine, where both parties clashed once more in ''[[HZ005|Found You, Fuecoco!]]'' and ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''. As Liko's Sprigatito and [[Roy]]'s soon-to-be {{TP|Roy|Fuecoco}} were being overwhelmed by [[Amethio's Ceruledge]], the girl's pendant synced with the boy's [[Ancient Poké Ball]], which finally opened up. From the artifact, emerged a mighty [[Black Rayquaza]], who indiscriminately rained devastation all over the beach with a singular {{m|Draco Meteor}}, forcing the Explorers to retreat. Later, during a meeting with the other Explorers' higher-ups, [[Gibeon]], the organization's leader, removed Amethio from the mission of collecting the pendant and assigned it to Spinel. Afterwards, Amethio communicated to Zirc and Onia that he was going to pursue the Black Rayquaza from now on, believing its connection with the pendant to hold the key to the mystery behind it.
[[File:Spinel confronts Friede.png|right|250px|thumb|[[Spinel]] confronting Friede in [[Paldea]]]]
In ''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]'', it was revealed that Spinel was spying on the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]] during their time in [[Paldea]] in order to learn more about them. The knowledge he acquired was put to use over the following episodes, as he commenced his attack on them. First, in ''[[HZ013|An Unexpected Picnic!]]'', he positioned his fleet of {{p|Magneton}} around the Brave Olivine to create an electromagnetic interference to mess with the data array of the ship, rendering it powerless during a system reboot. After successfully scaring them away at the beginning of the [[HZ014|following episode]], Friede followed one of the Magneton all the way to [[Levincia]], where he was ambushed by it and Spinel's {{p|Beheeyem}}, which were being commanded from a distance by their {{pkmn|Trainer}}, seemingly in order to have his strength tested. The next day, Spinel created a false advertisement for some Spicy [[Herba Mystica]] to lure Liko into a back alley in Levincia. There, he had his Beheeyem put her on a trance with its psychic powers, allowing him to collect her pendant without any mishaps. Over the [[HZ015|next episode]], a dazed Liko was left wandering around the city while the Rising Volt Tacklers were caught in a web of misinformation laid out by Spinel, which pointed her whereabouts to [[Artazon]] instead. At the end of the day, with the collective efforts of Roy and [[Dot]], she was able to fully regain her memory.

In ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', Friede and the young Rising Volt Tacklers begun their counterattack to find the culprit and get the pendant back. The Professor went after a leaving cruise, where he was greeted and challenged by a [[Trainer (HZ016)|mysterious man]]—this, however, was one more red herring from Spinel. While this was happening, Dot and her {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}} managed to pinpoint the pendant's location to a docked cargo ship and alerted her friends. The three of them battled against Spinel's Magneton and Beheeyem and won, but were no match for his {{p|Umbreon}}. At that moment, backed up against a wall, Liko's feelings begun resonating with the pendant, which shone brightly and gave Spinel's hiding location away. After Sprigatito returned the item to her Trainer, the pendant activated again and released {{TP|Lucius|Arboliva}} of the Six Heroes from its Ancient Poké Ball. Then, the group grabbed hold of the {{pkmn|category|Olive Pokémon}}'s arms before it jumped overboard, leaving Spinel at the ship with the understanding that Liko herself is the key to the pendant's secrets.

In ''[[HZ021|The Lonely Hatenna]]'', Amethio, Zirc, and Onia arrived in [[Galar]] after tracking the Black Rayquaza to [[Galar Mine]]. In the [[HZ022|following episode]], their path once again crossed with the Rising Volt Tacklers': Amethio immediately engaged Friede in battle, while Zirc and Onia faced off against Roy, Liko, and [[Captain Pikachu]]. However, the battles came to a rather abrupt end when a {{rf|Galarian}} {{TP|Lucius|Moltres}} with an Ancient Poké Ball appeared and started attacking them. At the end of the [[HZ023|next episode]], it was revealed that the Explorers had witnessed the recapture of Moltres and Liko's pendant turning into a [[Pagogo|mysterious Pokémon]], with Amethio deciding to go after the Rising Volt Tacklers in order to steal it.
[[File:HZ044.png|thumb|left|250px|The Explorers using a machine to lure in the [[Black Rayquaza]]]]
In ''[[HZ024|Reunion at the Ancient Castle!]]'', Amethio, Zirc, and Onia reported their findings to Hamber, who quickly contacted other generals to head with him to the Galar region: he recruited Coral and Sidian, as Spinel and Chalce were occupied in the Explorers' laboratory. Amethio's team followed Liko, Roy, and Friede to an [[ancient castle]] near [[Hammerlocke]], where they surrounded them in order to take the mysterious Pokémon away. The confrontation extended into the [[HZ025|following episode]] and ended up with Amethio's first official loss to Friede. Meanwhile, Hamber and his {{p|Dusknoir}} arrived at the place and confronted Diana, who questioned him about the Explorers' motives to target them. Then, a commotion provided by the arrival of Coral and Sidian allowed for her to escape the scene, as well as for Amethio's team to leave before being caught in the crossfire. The two generals cornered Liko and Roy, only for Captain Pikachu to arrive and rescue them, fending off her {{p|Glalie}} and his {{p|Garganacl}} at once. This, however, made Coral snap and recklessly order her Glalie to use {{m|Self-Destruct}}, allowing the Rising Volt Tacklers to escape and leaving the ancient castle in ruins.

In ''[[HZ027|As Long as I'm with My Friends]]'', while the Rising Volt Tacklers had been once again caught in false information spread by Spinel, the generals of the Explorers had a meeting to discuss their next move. They eventually concluded that the best course of action would be pursuing the Black Rayquaza itself instead of Terapagos in order to stay ahead. In ''[[HZ033|Roar of the Black Rayquaza]]'', Amethio's team detected the Black Rayquaza in the [[Lapras Sea]], and as such they immediately went after it. However, despite his best efforts, he lost very easily when trying to battle it. Amethio also witnessed Terapagos transforming into its {{form|Terapagos|Terastal Form}} as it conjured up its strength in order to protect Liko. In the [[HZ034|following episode]], after asking Hamber to train him in order to become stronger, they held a training match between their {{type|Ghost}} Pokémon, which ended up with a victory to Hamber after he {{Tera}}stallized his Dusknoir. Afterwards, he gave a [[Tera Orb]] to Amethio and set him in the direction of mastering the Terastal phenomenon in order to draw out its full power.
[[File:Explorers Admin HZ027.png|thumb|right|250px|The generals gathered to discuss their next steps]]
After Amethio's failure, Spinel came up with a new plan to catch the Black Rayquaza, aided by Coral, Sidian, and Chalce. Prior to ''[[HZ042|Transform! Hero of the Seas, Palafin]]'', the Explorers led the construction of a tower on an island near Levincia as part of the plan, which the Rising Volt Tacklers were made aware of in ''[[HZ043|A Challenge from the Explorers]]'' and started being enacted in ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]''. The tower itself was a red herring; its true purpose was to separate Friede from the rest of the group. The real plan involved attracting Rayquaza by simulating Terapagos's energy signature through a resonance generator, wearing it down by attacking it with powerful, super effective moves, and finally catching it in an [[Ultra Ball]]. The Rising Volt Tacklers managed to stall the Explorers for time enough to allow Dot to create a shutdown program and disable the resonance generator, allowing Rayquaza to free itself from the onslaught of attacks, Rayquaza then unleashed another Draco Meteor attack which ruined the Explorers' efforts. Once again, Coral let her temper overcome her better judgment and commanded Glalie to use Self-Destruct, which collided with Rayquaza's {{m|Dragon Pulse}}. The resulting explosion was powerful enough to blast the Legendary Pokémon directly into the hull of the Brave Olivine. In the [[HZ045|following episode]], the four generals retreated. As Liko, Roy, and Friede were battling against the Black Rayquaza, Amethio arrived at the scene and worked in conjunction with them. Despite his Ceruledge and [[Friede's Charizard]] having Terastallized, they ended up defeated by a single {{m|Dragon Ascent}}. At the end of the episode, the generals had another meeting and were instructed by Gibeon to stay low and wait for the Rising Volt Tacklers to gather the Six Heroes for them, but to still keep their eyes on them for the time being. Gibeon then claimed that his and Lucius's adventure was not over yet as his {{p|Zygarde}} watched.
[[File:Spinel Exceed.png|left|thumb|250px|Spinel as an [[Exceed]] scientist after stealing [[Exceed]]'s [[Laquium|Treasure of Eternity]]]]
In ''[[HZ046|Welcome to Naranja Academy!]]'', [[Chalce]] is shown to be undercover at [[Naranja Academy]] as a teacher named "Chive" and forged enrollment papers for [[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] as students under the fake names of "Cornbread" and "Seasoning", so they can also help her with their unknown, undercover mission at the school. In the [[HZ047|following episode]], Cornbread attempted to challenge [[Katy]] for her [[Tera Training]], but she lost to [[Liko]] in a cake-baking contest and was disqualified. At some point, Cornbread and Seasoning were approved in the Tera Training after battling [[Kofu]] and [[Tulip]], respectively. In ''[[HZ050|Trending Terastallization! Dance, Dance, Quaxly!]]'', Cornbread and Seasoning were briefly noticed by director [[Clavell]] while they were watching Liko, Roy, and Dot making their way to Dot's battle against [[Iono]].

In ''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]'', while [[Friede]] was investigating about the [[Laquium|Treasure of Eternity]] in the [[Exceed]] company that he once worked in, [[Spinel]] made his efforts useless and stole the piece of Treasure of Eternity, which in reality was a piece of Laquium. In the same episode, Hamber and Amethio had a face to face meeting with Gibeon, revealing he's Amethio's grandfather. Gibeon explained that they needed more Laquium and that Terapagos's "awakening" was the key to Laqua. Amethio also claimed he's nothing like his father, who failed the organization in the past. Amethio then got a report from Zirc and Onia who were spying on Spinel, resulting in Amethio intending on finding out what Spinel was up to.
[[File:Cornbread and Seasoning.png|thumb|right|250px|[[Coral]] and [[Sidian]] in their "Cornbread" and "Seasoning" disguises]]
In ''[[HZ055|Showdown! The Paldea Elite Four]]'', Cornbread battled [[Larry]] alongside Kofu while Seasoning battled [[Rika]] alongside Tulip, but they were both defeated.

In ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'', Amethio tracked Spinel down to [[Glaseado Mountain]]. Aware he was being followed, Spinel lured Amethio away into an encounter with Liko, which led to a battle between the two. Just as it seemed that Amethio would win, Spinel interrupted the battle to test the Laquium on his {{p|Umbreon}}, turning it feral and much stronger. This angered Terapagos, who used its Terastal Form to destroy the Laquium shard and purify Umbreon of its effects. Noting he had acquired the results he was looking for, Spinel fled while Liko and Amethio chased after him. Unbeknownst to Liko and Amethio, Spinel was luring them into a trap and left them stranded inside a nearby cave. Elsewhere on the mountain, Coral and Sidian shedded their school disguises in order to stall Roy and Dot and prevent them from helping Liko. Aftewards, he told Chalce of Amethio's relationship with Gibeon, and that if they were to have a future, they would need to get him out of the way. Chalce agreed with his reasoning and began to collude with him, beginning the start of a schism in the organization.

In ''[[HZ065|Liko and Amethio]]'', when [[Grusha]] came to assist Roy and Dot, Coral and Sidian were ordered by Chalce to retreat. Later, at the Explorers headquarters, Spinel showed his allies footage of Amethio and Liko working together to escape the cave he trapped them in, framing it as an act of betrayal. Despite attempting to explain himself, Gibeon coldly refused to listen to Amethio and relieved him of all duties.
[[File:HZ083.png|250px|thumb|left|Amethio, [[Zirc]], and [[Onia]] decide to go to [[Laqua]] on their own]]
In ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'', the Explorers infiltrated Naranja Academy to steal information regarding Terapagos. Chalce had Sidian and Coral stand guard against interference while she worked on stealing the data. [[Penny]] found out about this and informed Dot and her friends to stop them. Sidian battled against Liko but was defeated despite Terastallizing his Garganacl which caused him to retreat. Coral, meanwhile, was defeated by Roy and was forced to retreat by Sidian much to her anger. Despite interference from Dot's Pokémon and Penny counter-hacking her attempts, Chalce was still able to steal the data about Terapagos before fleeing by teleporting with her {{p|Xatu}}.

In ''[[HZ067|Shine on, Terastallization! Liko vs. Roy!]]'', Chalce brought the data to Spinel, who began to study it in earnest. She also informed him that Hamber had asked her about the information, but she refused to divulge anything to him, leaving Spinel pleased.
[[File:Explorers Rising Volt Tacklers Laqua.png|thumb|right|250px|The Explorers encountering Liko, Roy, and Dot in Laqua]]
In ''[[HZ079|Over the Top!]]'', Hamber ordered Coral and Sidian to follow the Rising Volt Tacklers to [[Area Zero]]. In [[HZ080|the next episode]], Coral separated from Sidian as they watched the group, met, and accidentally caught a {{p|Scream Tail}}, which she [[nickname]]d "Screamypuff" (オニプリン ''Onipurin''). In [[HZ081|the next one]], they both witnessed the battle between the Rising Volt Tacklers and [[Lucius's Gouging Fire]] and then the summoning of the remaining of the Six Heroes, Rayquaza. In ''[[HZ082|Beyond the Shining Rainbow]]'', after watching the Rising Volt Tacklers gain Rayquaza, Coral and Sidian left Area Zero to report their findings. After reporting their [[HZ083|findings]], Gibeon told everyone to prepare to head for Laqua. Meanwhile, Amethio and his allies intended to find out what Spinel was up to, but got caught. Fortunately, Hamber rescued them and informed of Gibeon's past with Lucius. After hearing this information, Amethio and his allies decided to head for Laqua in order to protect his grandfather.

In ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]'', Chalce spotted Friede talking to Liko, Roy, and Dot through the phone and returned to Exceed to tell the other Explorers about the Rising Volt Tacklers' presence there. In ''[[HZ085|The Pokémon Paradise of Laqua!]]'', Spinel confronted Friede while Coral, Sidian, and Chalce confronted Liko, Roy, and Dot after Pagogo removed the barrier around the Laquium. In [[HZ086|the next episode]], the four generals battled Friede and the younger members, which led to their defeat, but they bought Gibeon enough time to reach the Laquium.
[[File:Spinel Exceed President.png|250px|thumb|left|Spinel as the new leader of the Explorers]]
In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Amethio attempted to warn Gibeon about Spinel's apparent betrayal, only to have his concerns dismissed. Gibeon ordered Zygarde to mine a large cluster of Laquium, but it shattered, revealing a still-living Lucius inside. Lucius explained that Zygarde asked Rayquaza to find Trainers capable of gathering the Six Heroes and restoring Pagogo to full strength in order to destroy the Laquium. Angered, Gibeon summoned the generals, who used machines to activate the Laquium core and make it grow uncontrollably. After convincing Zygarde to fight by his side, Gibeon confronted Amethio and the younger Rising Volt Tacklers to keep them from thwarting him.

In ''[[HZ088|The Earthshaking White Zygarde]]'', Gibeon commanded Zygarde in a ferocious battle against Liko, Roy, Dot and Amethio. Zygarde's immense power eventually overwhelmed Roy and Dot, but with clever use of teamwork, Liko's newly-evolved {{tp|Liko|Meowscarada}} was able to hit Zygarde with aid from Amethio's {{tp|Amethio|Ceruledge}}. Convinced by Liko and the others' strength, Zygarde forfeited the battle before breaking down into its component Cells and abandoning Gibeon. Devastated, Gibeon questioned how he was yet again foiled by someone of Lucius's bloodline before Lucius and Amethio explained it was the bond between Liko, her friends, and their Pokémon that led them to victory.
[[File:HZ095.png|thumb|right|250px|Coral and Sidian using [[Strong Sphere]]s as part of [[Exceed]]'s demonstration]]
In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', after Gibeon passed away due to the purification of the Laquium core, Spinel took over as the new leader of the organization. He also occupied Laqua for the Explorers and used his Laquium Sphere to drive the Six Heroes (except Rayquaza) berserk, causing the six of them to fight each other and inflict great destruction to the paradise. As seen in ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'', in the aftermath of these events, the Explorers captured the rampaging heroes, holding them captive and dormant in their base. At some point, Amethio was separated from Zirc and Onia and went missing. Even though Spinel made a report claiming that he had betrayed the Explorers and perished in Laqua with Gibeon, Cervantis and Hamber did not believe it. A year after those events, Spinel reformed the Explorers, casting the group as a heroic organization to the public and putting the blame of the destruction in Laqua on the Rising Volt Tacklers instead. In ''[[HZ092|Following Traces of Laquium]]'', Hamber tasked Zirc and Onia to find Amethio and gather Gibeon's former [[Zygarde Cell]]s without letting Spinel know of their actions, giving them one of the Cells and a [[Zygarde Cube]] to help them in their task.

In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', the Explorers were revealed to be creating [[Strong Sphere]]s, devices for Trainers to imbue their Pokémon with Laquium mist. Coral and Sidian were tasked with advertising the product, using it against Liko and Roy in a [[Double Battle]]. The Laquium-infused Pokémon easily defeated them without much input, causing it to be well received, as the public was unaware of the connection between the Strong Spheres and the phenomenon afflicting wild Pokémon.

In ''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]'', a pair of Explorers members named [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] debuted. They, along with two Exceed employees, were sent to pick up an order of Strong Sphere outer shells made by [[Karna]], only to be stopped by [[Ult]]. The employees tried to convince Karna of Exceed's good intentions, but after Liko and the others informed her of the truth, she angrily refused to work with them anymore. Indi and Rubina stepped in with the intention of taking the shells Karna made, only to realize that Liko and her friends were the Trainers who repeatedly got in the Explorers' way. They both sent out a {{rf|Paldean}} {{p|Tauros}} and used them to challenge Liko's group, using the Strong Spheres to boost their Pokémon. In the [[HZ100|next episode]], despite their use of Laquium, Liko's group managed to defeat the Explorers after exploiting a weakness in Laquium, forcing them to retreat. Indi and Rubina retreated alongside Exceed, reporting their failure to Spinel, who excused them and vowed to take down the Rising Volt Tacklers again.

In ''[[HZ101|Terastallization vs. Mega Evolution!]]'', Zirc and Onia continued their task of locating Amethio, being out at sea, though they had little success in objective. In ''[[HZ103|Nidothing Love!]]'', Zirc and Onia told Liko that Amethio was missing and asked for her help personally to find him.
[[File:Indi and Rubina.png|250px|thumb|left|Indi and Rubina stopping Roy and [[Ult]]]]
In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', after paying a visit to Amethio's mansion, Liko, Zirc and Onia, with help from [[Liko's Charcadet]] and Cervantis, found Amethio but in hiding to avoid being captured by Spinel's agents on an island off the coast of Levincia where he first met Ceruledge as a {{p|Charcadet}} which was their only family vacation years ago. Zirc and Onia begged Amethio to take Exceed and the Explorers back from Spinel, but he refused, stating that with Gibeon's passing, he was powerless to do anything. With words of encouragement from Liko and a battle with her Charcadet, Amethio managed to regain the resolve to fight against Spinel's machinations. Despite this, Amethio refused to go with Zirc and Onia, stating that as members of the Explorers, there were things they could accomplish on the inside that he couldn't. Accepting this, Zirc passed on the Zygarde Cube to Amethio before leaving the island with Onia. Afterward, Zirc and Onia reported to Hamber that Amethio was safe and sound, though Hamber was unaware that Chalce was monitoring him.

In ''[[HZ106|The Dusk Ball That Wouldn't Open]]'', Indi and Rubina attempted to trade with {{OBP|Ryan|HZ106}}, who had stolen Ult's [[Dusk Ball]] in order to exchange it for a Strong Sphere. Ult interrupted the transaction and a battle quickly occurred, with the two Explorers sending out a Unovan and Galarian {{p|Darmanitan}}. Though they had the upper hand due to Ryan's {{p|Grafaiai}} being inexperienced, the tide quickly turned against them when the Dusk Ball reacted to Ult's feelings, revealing a {{p|Dragonite}} that easily overwhelmed both Darmanitan, forcing them to retreat. In the [[HZ107|following episode]], they met with Spinel, who quickly discovered Ult eavesdropping on them and had him taken into custody, though his {{p|Sableye}} was able to escape and discovered Roy. While observing him, Chalce expressed concern about Spinel's hastiness, but he told her that Amethio's return had complicated matters. Roy later found and freed Ult, only for Indi and Rubina to quickly discover them and result in another battle. This time, they were assisted by four {{p|Rabsca}} that were emitting {{m|Gravity}}, getting the upper hand, even against Dragonite. Ult's resolve to protect the ones he cared resulted in the discovery of his Dragonite being able to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]], and Mega Dragonite easily defeated the enemies, while Roy and his Mega {{p|Lucario}} defeated Indi and Rubina, taking advantage of the opening to escape.
[[File:Super Strong Sphere Six Heroes.png|250px|thumb|right|Five of the [[Six Heroes]] under the Explorers' control]]
In ''[[HZ108|Taking the Next Steps]]'', the Rising Volt Tacklers decided to contact Amethio's father, Cervantis, for information about the Six Heroes. Cervantes agreed to do so, though the message was intercepted by the Explorers.

In ''[[HZ109|Tinkatuff's Hammer Wasn't Made in a Year!]]'', Coral and Sidian were continuing to promote the Strong Spheres in [[Galar]] when they attempted to get some leisure time after one such event. However, they were swarmed by their fans, though a [[Manager (HZ109)|manager]] arrived and took them away. The manager revealed to the two that they were told to head to an unknown location in Paldea, hiring a Galarian Cabbie to do so. The cabbie initially refused until seeing Coral, and when Coral refused to go, the manager forced her inside. On the way, they were knocked down by a Tinkatuff, which was shortly followed up by Dot and her Pokémon. Although Sidian wished to head to their destination, Coral refused and battled Dot. Tinkatuff was able to forge a new hammer from Corviknight's feathers, evolving into {{p|Tinkaton}} and sending Glalie flying away with a {{m|Brutal Swing}}, prompting the two generals to chase after it. Meanwhile, Indi and Rubina confronted Liko, Roy and Ult at the warehouse instead of Cervantis.

In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', Indi and Rubina with three other agents used the Super Strong Sphere on five of the Six Heroes to battle Liko, Roy, and Ult, as this was Spinel's plan to take down the Rising Volt Tacklers by using their allies against them. In the [[HZ111|next episode]], despite the Heroes knocking out most of Liko, Roy, Ult, and Amethio's Pokémon with help from Coral and Sidian, they ended up retreating after the effects of the Super Strong Spheres worn off on the five Pokémon.

In [[HZ124]], the Explorers were confronted by the younger members of the Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio in an attempt to rescue the remaining Six Heroes. However, Spinel planned for it as he set up a trap for them when they get inside their HQ. In the [[HZ125|next episode]], the Explorers lose the remaining Six Heroes when the younger members and Amethio free them from their control. After the battle, Indi and Rubina informed Spinel that the recordings were complete, leaving him satisfied despite losing the Six Heroes as he pulled up a screen. At the same time, Chalce rolled her eyes, appearing to disapprove of his methods, while Coral and Sidian started doubting the Strong Sphere. Spinel would later use the recordings to frame the Rising Volt Tacklers again, claiming that they had broken into their facility and stole the remaining Six Heroes that were being cared by them. This was also Spinel's plan to force the Rising Volt Tacklers to go into hiding and promoting the Strong Sphere.

In [[HZ130]], the Explorers released the Strong Spheres to the general public. Chalce informed Spinel that Naranja Academy had banned their usage, which he attributed to the Rising Volt Tacklers. Worried about their cooperation with Amethio, Spinel ordered Chalce, Coral, and Sidian to go on a night patrol around Mount Pericarp, reassuring her that he would fulfill her wish. During the patrol, they were confronted by Hamber, who asked them to rebel against Spinel, explaining that the Strong Spheres would destroy the bond between them and their Pokémon. They refused to listen and battled him. Hamber revealed his third Pokémon, [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Ursaluna|Bloodmoon]] {{p|Ursaluna}}, which defeated Glalie and Garganacl. Chalce used Mega Evolution on her Medicham to defeat the Pokémon. As Chalce ordered agents to apprehend him, Ursaluna created a cloud of dust, allowing Hamber to escape. Deeming him no longer a threat, they resumed their patrol, while Hamber, hidden nearby, felt he had done all he could and left the rest to Amethio.

In [[HZ133]], the Explorers got word from Spinel that the Rising Volt Tacklers have return to Laqua with their allies, as he send the agents to stop them. Indi and Rubina reveal during their battle against Dot, {{an|Nemona}}, and [[Penny]] that they're aware of the Rising Volt Tacklers' plan that requires all of the 18 Tera Types. Through Hamber's help, Indi and Rubina were defeated as they retreated in order to get ready for the next stage of their plan. Meanwhile, Coral, Sidian and Chalce had a three on three battle against Roy, Ult and Friede, in which the former two admitted their dislike of the Strong Spheres, with all three ultimately losing the battle in the [[HZ134|following episode]]. Seeing Liko, Diana, and [[Ann]] with Amethio, Onia, and Zirc, Spinel had his upgraded Laquium-activating machine cause the wild Pokémon who still lived in Laqua go berserk. Through the group's efforts, the Laquium-activating machine were destroyed with Zygarde, Zirc, and Onia taking the wild Pokémon somewhere safe. After the Rising Volt Tacklers and their allies regroup, Spinel with Indi and Rubina make their appearances.

In [[HZ135]], Spinel ordered Indi and Rubina to stop the Rising Volt Tacklers, being able to take down Penny's {{p|Sylveon}}, seemingly stopping their plan. At this point, the other three generals arrived, with Chalce realizing that Spinel had no intentions of honoring her request while Sidian stated that the Strong Spheres had no future with Pokémon. Coral had her Scream Tail substitute Sylveon. Admitting that he had not trusted them either and disappointed that they didn't agree with his views, Spinel voluntarily merged himself with the core, reinforcing its resistance from the purification attempt.

In [[HZ136]], the Rising Volt Tacklers were able to force Spinel out of the core. Desperate to keep it intact, he forced Umbreon to fight Liko and her Meowscarada, only to be beaten and the core purified. Spinel tried to recall Umbreon, but she had lost all trust in him and abandoned him, leading to him chasing after her in vain. In the aftermath, the truth was exposed and Spinel was jailed for his crimes, while Cervantis took leadership of the Explorers and regained control of Exceed. All of the remaining generals have left the Explorers. Coral and Sidian travel together while stil being famous, Hamber left on a journey with Diana, and Chalce resumes her teaching career.

==Notable members==
===Main members===
This is the list of the main Explorers members up to the most recent Japanese episode:

====Modern Explorers====
This is the list of the Explorers members after the organization was reformed by Gibeon in the modern era. As of ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', with Spinel's rise to leadership of the Explorers, some new members of the organization were introduced in the [[animated series]].

In ''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]'', two unnamed members of the organization were shown hunting Amethio during the year-long period that passed during ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', which indicates that there are more members of the Explorers than those shown in the series. In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', another group of Explorers agents appeared, this time working under [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]]'s orders. In ''[[HZ122|Roy vs. Friede: Wings of Fire!]]'', several Explorers agents were seen guarding Laqua and mining Laquium crystals. While in [[HZ124]], several Explorers agents, both male and female, confronted the Rising Volt Tacklers and Amethio when they stormed the HQ.

=====Current members=====
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! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" |{{color|fff|Rank}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" |{{color|fff|Debut}}
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Cervantis.png|180px|Cervantis]] [[Cervantis]]
|Boss
|''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Onia.png|180px|Onia]] [[Onia]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Zirc.png|180px|Zirc]] [[Zirc]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorer Grunt.png|180px|Grunt]] Unnamed (multiple)
|Agents
|''[[HZ104|Charcadet's Wish]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
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=====Status unknown=====
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! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" |{{color|fff|Rank}}
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|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Indi.png|180px|Indi]] [[Indi]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Rubina.png|180px|Rubina]] [[Rubina]]
|Agent
|''[[HZ099|Orla, Grounded]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
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=====Former members=====
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|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Gibeon.png|180px|Gibeon]] [[Gibeon]] (deceased)
|Boss
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' (voice only) ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Hamber.png|180px|Hamber]] [[Hamber]] (Double agent)
|Unknown (currently) Second-in-command (formerly)
|''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Amethio.png|180px|Amethio]] [[Amethio]]
|General
|''[[HZ001|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part One)]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Coral timeskip.png|180px|Coral]] [[Coral]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Sidian timeskip.png|180px|Sidian]] [[Sidian]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Chalce timeskip.png|180px|Chalce]] [[Chalce]]
|General
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Spinel timeskip.png|180px|Spinel]] [[Spinel]]
|Boss General (formerly)
|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''
|}

====Original Explorers====
This is the list of the original Explorers members from 100 years prior to the events of the series.
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|''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' (voice only) ''[[HZ045|From So Far Away]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Lucius.png|180px|Lucius]] [[Lucius]]
|''[[HZ012|The Future I Choose]]'' (flashback) ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'' (physical debut)
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Young Rystal.png|180px|Rystal]] [[Rystal]]
|''[[HZ074|The Three Explorers]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|}

===Bases===
This is listing the HQs of the Explorers during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'':

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| [[File:Mount Pericarp Explorers base.png|100px]]
| [[Mount Pericarp]]
| style="text-align:left" | The first of the Explorers base which was spotted by [[Liko]] in ''[[HZ084|Where the Land Meets the Sky]]''.
|style="background:#{{unknown color light}};|Unknown
|- style="background:#FFF"
| [[File:Explorers base HZ107.png|100px]]
| [[Manpūku Town]]
| style="text-align:left" | An [[Explorers base]] which was invaded by [[Ult]] and later [[Roy]] in ''[[HZ107|Friends as Two, Me and You]]''. It is where five of the [[Six Heroes]] prisoners were kept in.
|style="background:#{{paldea color light}};|[[Paldea]]
|- style="background:#FFF"

| [[File:Explorers HQ.png|100px]]
| Unknown
| style="text-align:left" | The [[Explorers HQ]] which was invaded by [[Liko]], Roy, [[Dot]], [[Ult]] and [[Amethio]] to rescue the [[Six Heroes]] in [[HZ125]].
|style="background:#{{unknown color light}};|Unknown
|}

===Associates===
This is listing characters who are related to the Explorers during the events of ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'':

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|-
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}}" |{{color|fff|Member}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" |{{color|fff|Description}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}; {{roundytr|5px}}" |{{color|fff|Debut}}
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Trainer HZ016.png|100px]] [[Trainer (HZ016)|Bisharp's Trainer]]
|This Trainer was a mercenary paid by [[Spinel]] to delay [[Friede]] while the latter looked for [[Liko]]'s [[Pagogo|pendant]].
|''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers subordinates.png|100px]] Explorers' subordinates
|This is a group of subordinates who accompanied [[Hamber]] during his meeting with [[Diana]].
|''[[HZ026|Terapagos's Adventure]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Exceed Logo.png|50px]] [[Exceed]]
| Exceed is a company that was founded by [[Gibeon]] to improve the lives of humans and Pokémon through the research of [[Laquium]], which is known by the employees as the "Treasure of Eternity". After Spinel became the leader of the Explorers, he also became the company's director in [[Cervantis]]'s place, drawing the company closer to the Explorers and using it to create and sell a mass-produced device containing Laquium, the [[Strong Sphere]].
|''[[HZ054|The Treasure of Eternity]]''
|- style="background:#fff"
|}

==Technology==
===Gadgets===
*In ''[[HZ002|The Pendant That Starts It All (Part Two)]]'', [[Amethio]], [[Onia]], and [[Zirc]] used their watches to change from their disguises into their uniforms. [[Coral]] used hers in ''[[HZ043|A Challenge from the Explorers]]'' to change from her uniform to civilian clothing and back. Both she and [[Sidian]] used theirs in ''[[HZ064|The Approaching Shadow!]]'' to change from their academy uniform disguises into their uniforms. Chalce used hers in ''[[HZ066|Infiltrating the System! Naranja Academy in Danger!]]'' to change from her teacher disguise into her uniform.
*In ''[[HZ003|For Sure! 'Cause Sprigatito's with Me!]]'', Zirc planted a tracker in the husk of the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]]' airship. It was later found and destroyed by {{TP|Dot|Quaxly}} in ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]''.
*In ''[[HZ014|Fly! Wattrel!!]]'', [[Spinel]] communicated with his Pokémon using a small transceiver attached to them. He also used the transceivers in ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'' to communicate with [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]].
* In ''Fly! Wattrel!!'' and ''Quaxly, We Can Do It'', Spinel also used an unknown device to see through his Pokémon's eyes. In ''[[HZ065|Liko and Amethio]]'', Spinel used that same device to record Amethio helping [[Liko]] out a cave.
* In ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', the Explorers commanded by [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] used several drones to create laser containers for use in moving the five members of the [[Six Heroes]] they possessed.

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" |Watches
!Tracker
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Transceiver
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers watch.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers tracker.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers transceiver on Pokémon.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{dragon color light}}"
|}

===Vehicles===
*In ''[[HZ004|The Treasure After the Storm!]]'', [[Amethio]] contacted [[Hamber]] from a submarine. This submarine later made further appearances as Amethio, [[Zirc]] and [[Onia]]'s method of transportation around the world.
*In ''[[HZ014|Fly! Wattrel!!]]'' and ''[[HZ016|Quaxly, We Can Do It]]'', Spinel is seen commanding his Pokémon against [[Friede]] and later [[Liko]], [[Roy]], and [[Dot]] from a van outfitted with high-tech surveillance equipment. This van made further appearances as Spinel's base of operations.
*In ''[[HZ025|Rivals in the Dark of Night!]]'', Hamber, [[Sidian]], and [[Coral]] traveled to [[Galar]] using an Explorers helicopter. It also used in ''[[HZ079|Over the Top!]]'' for Sidian and Coral to sneak into [[Area Zero]].
* In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'' and ''[[HZ111|Better, Farther, Stronger!]]'', [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] used a group of Explorers-branded trucks to transport the dormant members of the [[Six Heroes]] under their custody.

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" |Submarine
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Van
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" |Helicopter
|- style="background:#fff"
|[[File:Explorers submarine.png|250px]]
|[[File:Spinel van.png|250px]]
|[[File:Explorers helicopter.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{dragon color light}}"
|}

===Other===
* In ''[[HZ006|The Ancient Poké Ball]]'' and several subsequent episodes, the Explorers leadership are shown using virtual reality technology to attend meetings at the organization's headquarters. This technology projected holograms of them into the headquarters' meeting chamber, where they could conduct their business as if they were physically in the room. [[Gibeon]], the Explorers' first leader, used similar technology to speak to his subordinates through a holographic monolith projected into the meeting room.
* In ''[[HZ044|The Plan to Capture Rayquaza]]'', the Explorers used a resonance generator that could transmit energy at long distances. After observing [[Pagogo|Terapagos]] using his equipment, Spinel was able to recreate Terapagos's energy signature on the resonance generator to attract the [[Black Rayquaza]]. It was later deactivated by [[Dot]] and then destroyed by Rayquaza.
* In ''[[HZ083|The Truth Revealed!]]'', while looking through Spinel's computer at Exceed, Amethio uncovered documents for a prototype of device called the [[Strong Sphere|Laquium Sphere]]. In ''[[HZ089|Where the Adventure Leads]]'', using the Laquium Sphere, Spinel infected all but one of the Six Heroes with Laquium mist, making them go completely berserk.
* In ''[[HZ087|Guided by the Black Rayquaza!]]'', Gibeon was revealed to have a strange device on his suit that can turn [[Laquium]] crystals into mist that is injected into his body through a tube connected to the back of his head. This allows Gibeon to use Laquium to heal his poor health, even allowing him to walk. The device disappeared as Gibeon faded away due to the destruction of Laquium.
* In ''Guided by the Black Rayquaza!'', the Explorers used three machines capable of producing miniature earthquakes in order to stimulate the ground and force the Laquium to grow and expand out of the ground so they can obtain it. They were powered by [[Spinel]]'s {{p|Magnezone}}'s electricity. They were all later destroyed by the rampaging Six Heroes. In [[HZ134]], five of these machines are located around a chunk of Laquium and used to activate it and spread its pink mist around [[Laqua]] and [[Mount Pericarp]].
* In ''[[HZ091|Eyes to the Skies Once Again (Part Two)]]'', it is revealed that the Explorers captured and placed the Six Heroes, except Rayquaza, as prisoners in pink, energy barriers, which keeps them dormant.
* In ''[[HZ095|The Strong Sphere]]'', [[Sidian]] and [[Coral]] used [[Strong Sphere]]s, smaller versions of the Laquium Sphere, during a battle against [[Liko]] and [[Roy]]. In ''[[HZ110|The Six Heroes Unleashed!]]'', a group of Explorers led by [[Indi]] and [[Rubina]] revealed upgraded Strong Spheres named Super Strong Spheres, and used them to confront the [[Rising Volt Tacklers]].

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|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Resonance generator
! style=" | Earthquake machine
! style=" | Suit device
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere|Laquium Sphere}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Explorers resonance generator.png|250px]]
| [[File:Laquium-activating machine.png|250px]]
| [[File:Gibeon suit device.png|250px]]
| [[File:Laquium Sphere.png|250px]]
|- style="background:#{{ghost color light}}"
! style=" | Restraining barriers
! style=" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere}}
! style="background:#{{ghost color light}}" | {{color2|FFF|Strong Sphere|Super Strong Sphere}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| [[File:Explorers Six Heroes prison.png|250px]]
| [[File:Exceed Strong Sphere.png|250px]]
| [[File:Super Strong Sphere.png|250px]]
|-
|}

==Pokémon==
The Explorers, except former leader Gibeon and Cervantis, have at least two Pokémon partners on their teams while former members Hamber and Spinel have three Pokémon in their parties while Indi and Rubina have six Pokémon on their respective teams. Also, each member of the Explorers, except Gibeon, has a [[Rotom Phone]]. In addition, former members Hamber can use {{Tera}}stallization, Chalce can use [[Mega Evolution]], while Coral, Sidian, and Amethio can use both.

The following is a list of Pokémon belonging to unnamed Explorers agents in {{aniseries|HZ}}:

{| width="100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Mightyena|nick=Mightyena|Explorers Mightyena Luxray.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Luxray|nick=Luxray|Explorers Mightyena Luxray.png|size=190px|electric|link=no}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Houndoom|nick=Houndoom|Explorers Houndoom.png|size=190px|dark|fire|link=no}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Machoke|nick=Machoke|Explorers Machoke.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Watchog|nick=Watchog (×2)|Explorers Watchog.png|size=190px|normal|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Marowak|Explorers Marowak Golbat Shelgon.png|size=190px|ground|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Golbat|Explorers Golbat.png|size=190px|poison|flying|link=no|nick=Golbat (multiple)}} ♂
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Shelgon|Explorers Marowak Golbat Shelgon.png|size=190px|dragon|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Druddigon|Explorers Granbull Druddigon.png|size=190px|dragon|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Skuntank|Explorers Druddigon Skuntank Granbull.png|size=190px|poison|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Granbull|Explorers Granbull Druddigon.png|size=190px|fairy|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Gurdurr|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Thievul|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Malamar|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|psychic|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Liepard|Explorers Gurdurr Thievul Malamar Liepard.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Heatmor|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|fire|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Durant|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|bug|steel|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Poochyena|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|dark|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Explorers|Primeape|Explorers Heatmor Durant Poochyena Primeape.png|size=190px|fighting|link=no}}
|}

==Artwork==
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|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Amethio Pokemon 2023 Expression Sheet.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Zirc Onia Concept Art 2023.jpg|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:HZ Explorers admins concept art.png|250px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:HZ Explorers Founders concept art.png|250px]]
|-
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Amethio}} <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1636676500106919936/photo/1</ref>
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Zirc}} and {{color2|FFF|Onia}} <ref>https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1636676500106919936/photo/1</ref>
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Spinel}}, {{color2|FFF|Sidian}}, {{color2|FFF|Chalce}}, and {{color2|FFF|Coral}}
| Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Gibeon}}, {{color2|FFF|Lucius}}, and {{color2|FFF|Rystal}} from 100 years ago
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Sidian Naranja Academy Concept Art.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Coral Naranja Academy Concept Art.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Spinel Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Chalce Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Sidian and Coral in {{color2|FFF|Naranja Academy}} uniforms
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Spinel and Chalce from the {{color2|FFF|List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series episodes#Mega Voltage|Mega Voltage arc}}
|-
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Sidian Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Coral Second Outfit Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Indi Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
| style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color dark}}; background: #{{ghost color light}};" |[[File:Rubina Concept Artwork.png|230px]]
|-
| colspan=2 | Concept art of Sidian and Coral from the {{color2|FFF|List of Pokémon Horizons: The Series episodes#Mega Voltage|Mega Voltage arc}}
| colspan=2 | Concept art of {{color2|FFF|Indi}} and {{color2|FFF|Rubina}} <ref>https://x.com/anipoke_pr/status/1933766351602266402?s=61&t=xKtdVidcKfgZ6A5yGeT6RA</ref>
|}

==Trivia ==
*The Explorers is the first [[villainous team|villainous organization]] created specifically for the {{pkmn|animated series}}.
*The names of the current members of the organization refer to gemstones and rocks used in the creation of jewelry.

==Names==
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|ar=المستكشفين
|zh_yue=探夢隊 ''{{tt|Tāammuhng Déui|Dreamseekers}}''
|zh_cmn=探夢隊 ''{{tt|Tànmèng Duì|Dreamseekers}}'' {{tt|*|Taiwan}} 探索者队 ''{{tt|Tànsuǒzhě Duì|Explorers}}'' {{tt|*|Mainland China}}
|cs=Průzkumníci
|da=Explorers
|nl=Ontdekkers
|fi=Etsijät
|fr=Explorateurs
|de=Entdecker
|it=Esploratori
|ko=익스플로러즈 ''Explorers''
|no=Oppdagerne
|pl=Pionierzy
|pt_br=Desbravadores
|pt_eu=Exploradores
|es=Exploradores
|sv=Utforskarna
|tr=Kaşifler
}}

==References ==
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