Zane
Zane (Japanese: ヒビキ Hibiki) is a character of the day in the Pokémon anime who appeared in Beauty and the Breeder.
Zane is a childhood friend of Suzie's since nursery school. They shared dreams of becoming famous Pokémon Breeders. Like Suzie, his first Pokémon was a Vulpix who he later evolved into a Ninetales. Unlike his close friend, Zane believed that a Pokémon's true beauty came from its physical appearance, and not from its inner character like Suzie did. Eager to prove his point, he entered the Pokémon Beauty Contest, pitting his Ninetales against Suzie and her Vulpix.
During the competition, he realized that Suzie and Brock's views on Pokémon Breeding were just as valid as his, and asked Suzie if he wanted to start a Pokémon beauty salon with him. After consulting with Brock, Suzie eventually accepted his offer.
Though he only appeared in one episode, Zane is notable for finally ending Brock's infatuation with Suzie. Though the two fought over Suzie's affection, Brock realized that Zane was a better match for her than he was and eventually decided to support their relationship. Zane too grew to like Brock, recognizing him as a top class Pokémon Breeder.
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| Zane has had his Ninetales since it was a Vulpix when he was young. Zane has different opinions from Suzie on making his Pokémon beautiful. He entered it in the Pokémon Beauty Contest against Suzie's Vulpix. It was later captured alongside other Pokémon by Team Rocket. Brock's Geodude was able to break down the door of the room the Pokémon were trapped in and get them free. Team Rocket noticed this however, and they sent out their Arbok and Victreebel.
With the help of Vulpix and the others they were able to send Team Rocket blasting off. It was not revealed who won or lost the Beauty Contest afterwards. Ninetales's known moves are Flamethrower and Fire Spin. | ||
| Debut | Beauty and the Breeder | |
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| English | Rachael Lillis | |
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Trivia
- Zane's Japanese name, Hibiki, is the same as the default name for the male player character in HeartGold and SoulSilver.
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