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Kazuo Yazawa

2024-08-30T00:35:37Z

PardescanSlowbro:

'''Kazuo Yazawa''' is an illustrator for the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]]. He is also credited as Graphics Designer and 3D Modeller for several [[Pokémon games]] including the [[Pokémon Stadium series]],[[Pokémon Ranger (video game)|Pokémon Ranger]], and other titles.

He uses a three-dimensional style of art. A full list of cards illustrated by him can be found [[:Category:Illus. by Kazuo Yazawa|here.]]

==Cards illustrated==

=== [[Aquapolis (TCG)|Aquapolis]] ===

* [[Pokémon Park (Aquapolis 131)|Pokémon Park]]

==={{TCG|EX Ruby & Sapphire}} ===
* {{TCG ID|EX Ruby & Sapphire|Lum Berry|84}}
* {{TCG ID|EX Ruby & Sapphire|Oran Berry|85}}

==={{TCG|Nintendo Black Star Promos}}===
* {{TCG ID|Nintendo Promo|Groudon ex|2}}

=== [[EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua (TCG)|EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua]] ===

* [[Team Aqua's Chinchou (EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua 49)|Team Aqua's Chinchou]]
* [[Team Magma's Groudon (EX Team Magma vs Team Aqua 9)|Team Magma's Groudon]]
{{Stub|TCG}}
{{Project TCG notice}}
[[Category:TCG illustrators|Yazawa, Kazuo]]

[[de:Kazuo Yazawa]]
[[fr:Kazuo Yazawa]]
[[ja:Kazuo Yazawa]]

Cremini Town

2024-08-29T06:39:52Z

PardescanSlowbro:

{{AnimeLocationInfobox
|name=Cremini Town
|characters=シキミタウン
|japanese=Shikimi Town
|image=Cremini Town.png
|imagesize=250px
|region=Kanto
|epicode=AG168
|episode=Three Jynx and a Baby!
|colorscheme=Emerald
}}

'''Cremini Town''' (Japanese: '''シキミタウン''' ''Shikimi Town'') is an {{pkmn|anime}}-exclusive location found in [[Kanto]]. It appeared in ''[[AG168|Three Jynx and a Baby!]]''. The {{OBP|Battle Tower|Generation III}}, led by [[Anabel]], can be found just outside of the town.

{{Ash}} and his friends visited Cremini Town in ''Three Jynx and a Baby!.'' [[May (anime)|May]] saw a [[Smoochum (Pokémon)|Smoochum]] and was about to hold her until Smoochum was carried away by a [[Jynx (Pokémon)|Jynx's]] {{m|Psychic}}. Three Jynx were protecting Smoochum.

While the group decided to leave Smoochum and the Jynx alone, [[Team Rocket trio|Team Rocket]] had other ideas. [[Jessie]] imagined making a rock star out of Smoochum, with herself acting as the manager and becoming rich from Smoochum's career. Ash's gang tried to save Smoochum from Team Rocket. In the end, Ash succeeded in helping Smoochum, and he and the gang gained the three Jynx's trust. The Smoochum subsequently evolved and became a Jynx. Ash and the others made plans to rest at Cremini Town until the next day, when they headed to the Battle Tower.

==Pokémon seen in Cremini Town==
{| style="margin:auto; width: 100%"
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Jynx|disp=Jynx (×3)|Cremini Town Jynx.png|Ice|Psychic|link=no}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Jynx|Jynx anime.png|Ice|Psychic|fir=Smoochum|link=no}} ♀
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Magikarp|Cremini Town Magikarp.png|Water|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Spearow|Cremini Town Spearow.png|Normal|Flying|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Beedrill|disp=Beedrill (multiple)|Cremini Town Beedrill.png|Bug|Poison|link=no}}
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Weedle|disp=Weedle (×2)|Cremini Town Weedle.png|Bug|Poison|link=no}}
|-
| {{ActivePoké|Cremini Town|Farfetch'd|disp=Farfetch'd (×5)|Cremini Town Farfetch'd.png|Normal|Flying|link=no}}
|}

==Trivia==
* This town also shares its Japanese name with [[Shauntal]], a member of the [[Unova]] [[Elite Four]], who had not been revealed at the time this episode aired.

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{{Kantoanime}} 
{{DoubleProjectTag|Anime|Locations}}

[[Category:Anime locations]]
[[Category:Kanto locations]]
[[Category:Towns]]

[[es:Ciudad Cremini/Pueblo Champiñón]]
[[fr:Créminiville]]
[[it:Città di Cremini]]
[[zh:美木實鎮]]

Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire

2023-01-30T22:54:30Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Fields */

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'''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンピンボールルビー&サファイア''' ''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire'') is a spin-off [[pinball]] game for the [[Game Boy Advance]]. It expands upon the game mechanics used in [[Pokémon Pinball]] and features the Pokémon in the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number (Generation III)|Hoenn Pokédex]].

It was originally released in Japan on August 1, 2003, in North America on August 25, 2003, in Australia on September 26, 2003, and in Europe on November 14, 2003. It was later released on [[Wii U]] [[Virtual Console]] in Japan on December 10, 2014, in Europe on December 11, 2014, in Australia on December 12, 2014, and in North America on January 1, 2015, making it the first Pokémon game to be released for the Wii U Virtual Console. The Virtual Console release will become unavailable after the Wii U Nintendo eShop is discontinued on March 27, 2023.

The game is played with a {{i|Poké Ball}} in the traditional pinball format. There are two tables, the [[Ruby Field]] and [[Sapphire Field]], each varying in gameplay and Pokémon available for capture.

If this game is played on the [[Game Boy Player]] accessory, the {{player}} can use the rumble feature in the [[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]]'s controller.

==Blurb==
More than a regular pinball game, Pokémon Pinball combines fast flipper action with a unique way to catch your favorite Pokémon. Control the flippers to shoot the Poké Ball at targets on one of two PlayFields. Play on either the Ruby or Sapphire field to rack up as many points as possible. Catch over 200 Pokémon - featuring characters from Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire!

* Play pinball with your favorite Pokémon!
* Shoot the Poké Ball to find & catch Pokémon!
* Use the Game Boy Advance Game Link cable to share your Pokédex and Hi-Score with a friend! You'll need a Game Boy Advance Game Link and two Game Paks to link up with a friend (sold separately).
* Play on both the Ruby & Sapphire Fields.
* Try to catch over 200 Pokémon!

==Obtaining Pokémon==
{{main|List of Pokémon by index number (Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire)}}

Beyond getting a high score, the main aim of the game is to complete the Pokédex. All of the Pokémon in the regional Hoenn Pokédex are available in the game except for {{p|Deoxys}}. With a less than 1% chance and can be found in any of the areas, {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, {{p|Totodile}}, and {{p|Aerodactyl}} are also catchable in the game, though they are not able to evolve. This totals to 205 Pokémon.

There are three methods of obtaining Pokémon, all of which must be used to complete the {{pin|Pokédex}}:
* '''Catch 'Em Mode''': This mode begins with a shadowed image which is uncovered by hitting the Pokémon bumpers three times. The Pokémon will then appear and must be hit three times before the two minutes run out to be caught. The Pokémon are all area exclusive, and some appear only on the Sapphire or Ruby Field.
* '''Egg Mode''': As soon as the Egg on the field hatches, the newborn Pokémon will start moving around the field. It must be hit twice within the time limit for a successful capture. A total of 32 different Pokémon can be caught using Egg Mode. Some, but not all, hatched Pokémon with three forms can also be caught in their middle form in Catch 'Em Mode.
* '''Evo Mode''': Most middle and top-form Pokémon can only be obtained by evolving Pokémon caught through the above two methods. Once the Pokémon to evolve has been selected, three items must be collected in turn and the ball must then enter the Center Hole within two minutes. These items represent how the Pokémon evolves in the games.
*There are a few Pokémon that have a unique way of being caught. To catch {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, and {{p|Rayquaza}}, their bonuses need to be completed twice in one game. To catch {{p|Jirachi}}, one must get into the start slot while in the Ruins area and match it on the Jirachi bonus. Jirachi moves around the field and must be hit three times in only thirty seconds.

Catching 15 Pokémon earns the player an extra ball.

==Poké Ball==
Fittingly with the other Pokémon-inspired tweaks to the basic pinball formula, the ball is a {{i|Poké Ball}}. Each table has three lights near the top of the upper half that, when lit simultaneously, will upgrade the Poké Ball temporarily to the next better basic Poké Ball; the upgrades are the Great Ball, the Ultra Ball, and the Master Ball. Each upgrade multiplies the points gained on the table by a different multiplier: 2×, 3×, and 4×, respectively.

==Bonus tables==
Catching a Pokémon in Catch 'Em Mode will cause one Poké Ball icon to light up below the display on the lower portion of the field. Evolving a Pokémon in Evolution Mode will cause two of these lights to light up instead (or one if there is no room for two). Three of these lights can be lit at a time; when all three are lit, the player can shoot the ball into the center hole to access one of several bonus stages that are progressed through in a linear fashion; if the player completes one bonus stage, then when he lights up the Poké Ball lights again, he can enter the next stage. Each table has a separate progression of three bonus tables, with only the final stage on each table (the {{p|Rayquaza}} stage) being the same for both tables.

===Kecleon bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Kecleon Bonus.png|thumb|200px|Kecleon bonus stage]]
This is the first bonus stage on the Ruby Field.

Kecleon will turn invisible with its {{a|Color Change}} ability and can hide in tall grass. A [[Devon Scope]] can be knocked out of the tree to make it visible for a short time. Kecleon must be knocked over and then hit with the ball ten times in two minutes to win the bonus stage. 30,000,000 points are added after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Groudon bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Groudon Stage.png|thumb|200px|Groudon bonus stage]]
This is the second bonus stage on the Ruby Field.

Groudon will throw rocks down from the ceiling to add obstacles to the field and create an eruption to surround itself in four pillars of fire. The rocks take three hits to break while the fire pillars take four hits to break. During this time, Groudon will also throw fire balls at the Poké Ball to stall it further. The eruption does break any rocks still on the field. Groudon must be hit 15 times in three minutes to complete the bonus stage. Completing this bonus stage will earn 50,000,000 points and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball. After beating the round twice, Groudon will be captured.
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===Dusclops bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Dusclops Bonus Stage Duskull.png|thumb|200px|Duskull on the Dusclops bonus stage]]
This is the first bonus stage on the Sapphire Field.

Similar to the Gengar Bonus Stage in Pokémon Pinball, this stage is set in the graveyard. Two wild {{p|Duskull}} appear at the same time. Twenty of them must be hit in order to make {{p|Dusclops}} appear. Then Dusclops must be hit five times to complete the bonus stage. Dusclops can only be hit in the back or while moving and can devour the ball if directed towards the front. 30,000,000 points are added after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Kyogre bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Kyogre Stage.png|thumb|200px|Kyogre bonus stage]]
This is the second bonus stage on the Sapphire Field.

Kyogre will first use Sheer Cold to freeze the ball in place. It will then create whirlpools to trap the ball further. Finally, it will dive into the water to evade being hit completely. However, air bubbles will appear where it is about to rise out of the water. Kyogre must be hit 15 times in three minutes to win. After beating the round twice, Kyogre will be captured. Completing this bonus stage will earn 50,000,000 points and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Rayquaza bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Rayquaza Bonus.png|thumb|200px|Rayquaza bonus stage]]
This is the third bonus stage on both the Ruby and Sapphire Fields.

It can only be challenged after capturing Groudon or Kyogre and will then join the circuit of bonus fields. Rayquaza will bounce along from left to right, allowing the ball to roll under it if it is up. It will sometimes use {{m|Thunder}} to paralyze the ball if it is not moving fast enough, though it does stay still while it is unleashing the attack. Rayquaza will also sometimes use {{m|Extreme Speed|ExtremeSpeed}} to create two tornadoes that cause the ball to fly up into the air for several seconds if contact is made. Rayquaza must be hit 15 times in three minutes to win. After beating the round twice, Rayquaza will be captured. 99,999,999 points are awarded after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.

Once the Rayquaza stage is completed, the rotation will cycle back to the first bonus stage for the table being played. Also, the music will change on both fields.
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==Fields==
There are two playing fields in the game: the [[Ruby Field]] and the [[Sapphire Field]]. They are similar in design, but have very distinct differences. These differences include:
* The Sapphire Field has a {{p|Zigzagoon}} that can stop the slot roll, while the Ruby Field has a {{p|Makuhita}} that can send the ball through the coin loop.
* The requirements for getting to the {{p|Spheal}} Bonus Stage are different.
* All bonus stages are unique to one particular field except {{p|Rayquaza}}'s and Spheal's.
* There are several areas per field that are only accessible from that field, plus some field-exclusive Pokémon. These include the Lake, Beach and Desert Areas on the Sapphire Field, while [[Mt. Chimney|Chimney Mountain]], [[Lilycove City|Lilycove]] and [[Hoenn Safari Zone|Safari Zone]] Areas on the Ruby Field.
** The Lake Area on the Sapphire Field and the Lilycove Area on the Ruby Field share many of the same Pokémon. Though {{p|Anorith}}, {{p|Clamperl}} and {{p|Magikarp}} are exclusive to the Lake Area on the Sapphire Field, while {{p|Lileep}}, {{p|Staryu}} and {{p|Wailmer}} are exclusive to the Lilycove Area on the Ruby Field.
* The Ruby Field has a ball upgrade available on the field, while the Sapphire Field does not.
* {{p|Latios}} is the Ball Saver for the Ruby Field and {{p|Latias}} is the Ball Saver for the Sapphire Field.

==Field mechanics==
On each field, various Pokémon appear, taking the place of more traditional pinball obstacles like switches and bumpers.

===Ruby Field===
[[File:Ruby Field.png|thumb|200px|[[Ruby Field]]]]
* {{p|Chinchou}} or {{p|Lotad}}: Three appear at the center of the top screen. They serve as bumpers for the {{i|Poké Ball}} and also break silhouette tiles in Catch 'Em Mode. This can be switched to Chinchou rotating counterclockwise, clockwise, moving up and down, one Chinchou, or Lotad replacing the Chinchou. This is done by pushing the yellow button to the left of them.
* {{p|Sharpedo}}: If the ball is sent to the right side of the table, Sharpedo will eat the ball and release it; if at least two GET lights are lit, Catch 'Em Mode begins when this happens.
* {{p|Makuhita}}: Makuhita appears in the middle right of the field. When the ball is near it, press the button for the right flipper to send the ball to a loop with {{p|Nuzleaf}}. Hitting the Nuzleaf twice will form a loop in which a ball upgrade, or, rarely, an extra ball can be obtained. This works only when {{p|Makuhita}} is in attack stance.
* {{p|Cyndaquil}}: Hitting Cyndaquil will knock it back. After a few hits, Cyndaquil will be knocked into the Egg stand and the flame on its back will start heating the Egg. Hitting Cyndaquil one more time will cause the Egg to hatch and the player will have a chance to catch the newly hatched Pokémon.
* {{p|Chikorita}}: Hitting a button near Chikorita will cause Chikorita to use {{m|Razor Leaf}} in which two Linoone pop out on each side of the field.
* {{p|Linoone}}: Two Linoone hide on each side of the field, a Chikorita must be hit for the Linoone to pop out. The left Linoone will cause a Gulpin to appear and the right Linoone will change Makuhita's stance.
* {{p|Gulpin}}: Make three of these appear to trigger Travel mode. One will appear when the left Linoone is hit.
* {{p|Whiscash}}: Whiscash replaces the bumpers at the top of the field, sending the ball to the {{p|Spheal}} bonus stage if the ball is directed toward its mouth. Hitting Whiscash at the top will make Whiscash angry and cause an {{m|Earthquake}}, shaking the field.
* {{p|Latios}}: Latios is the Ball Saver for the Ruby Field.

===Sapphire Field===
[[File:Sapphire Field.png|thumb|200px|[[Sapphire Field]]]]
* {{p|Shroomish}}: Three appear at the center of the top screen. They serve as bumpers for the {{i|Poké Ball}} and also break silhouette tiles in Catch 'Em Mode.
* {{p|Wailmer}}: If the ball is sent to the right side of the table, Wailmer will eat the ball and release it; if at least two GET lights are lit, Catch 'Em Mode begins when this happens.
* {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}: They block access to the Poké Mart with electric barriers. Hitting the plus and minus buttons on each side will cause the barriers to switch off, allowing access to the shop.
* {{p|Zigzagoon}}: By hitting the right button, Zigzagoon can force the slot to stop.
* {{p|Seedot}}: Making three appear will trigger Travel mode. Hitting the left button makes one appear.
* {{p|Pelipper}}: Pelipper can take the ball to the top of the table or to the Spheal bonus stage.
* {{p|Latias}}: Latias is the Ball Saver for the Sapphire Field.

===Both fields===
*{{p|Spoink}}: Spoink serves as the launcher for the ball.
*{{p|Pikachu}}: Pikachu can appear under either one of the exit lanes (from which the ball cannot normally be saved); Pikachu's location is toggled with the flipper buttons. If the ball would exit the table via the exit lane that Pikachu is under, if Pikachu is ready, then instead it will rebound the ball onto the field by using {{m|Thunder Shock|ThunderShock}}. Pikachu is readied by spinning a spinner on the right side of the large loop on each table. There is a gauge with a lightning bolt symbol in it to indicate how ready Pikachu is; it can only rebound the ball if this gauge is full.
*{{p|Pichu}}: If obtained via the slot or the Poké Mart, for the rest of the ball, the Pichu can assist Pikachu if the ball reaches the exit lines.
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==Areas==
The species of Pokémon that are available in Catch 'Em Mode are dependent on the areas, though this is the only effect that areas have on the gameplay. The current area is represented through the image between the Catch Counter and center hole.

There are nine areas, of which seven can be reached on each field. The Forest, Ocean, Plains, Cave and Ruins are available on both fields with only a slight variation in the available Pokémon between the two. The Volcano and Safari Zone are unique to the Ruby Field while the Wilderness and Lake are unique to the Sapphire Field.

The first area is chosen at random at the start of the game. After this, a new area can be reached through Travel Mode. Once the mode begins, the Poké Ball must be sent round a loop and then sent into the Center Hole within one minute. The areas are in a set order, though two are available in one Travel Mode; the next in line is reached though the left loop while the second in line is reached through the right loop. The Ruins cannot be reached until the sixth journey.

==Slots==
By lighting up all four "HOLE" lights at the top of the four lanes, the player makes the "Slots" bonus available. This makes the center hole open, and by shooting the ball into it, the player activates the slots. A slot reel will spin around and the player can make it stop by pressing 'A' (it can be forced to stop by using {{p|Zigzagoon}} in Sapphire Field). The player is then awarded one of the following bonuses:

* Small: A bonus of 100 - 900 points.
* Big: A bonus of 1,000,000 - 9,000,000 points.
* Get: Starts Catch 'Em Mode.
* Evo: Starts Evolution Mode.
* Saver: For the next 30/60/90 seconds, if the ball is drained, Latios or Latias will return the ball to the Spoink and the ball can be launched.
* Pika: For the rest of this ball Pichu will assist the Pikachu in saving the ball if it goes into the out lanes.
* Upgrade: The ball is upgraded to the next level, increasing the score multiplier.
* Max: The ball is upgraded to the max level (Master ball), increasing the score multiplier.
* Extra: The player receives an extra ball (an extra life).
* Bonus multiplier: The bonus multiplier is increased.
* Go to bonus: The player immediately plays the next bonus stage.

Note that the player can light up the four "HOLE" lights at any time, however the slots will only become available when the player is not in Catch 'Em, Evolution or Travel modes and the bonus stage is not available.

==Pokémon Mart==
{{main|Pokémon Mart (Pinball)}}

A new feature to this pinball game is the shop. Coins are earned by sending the ball through the Coin loop and can be spent on items:
* 30 Second Ball Saver (10 coins)
* 60 Second Ball Saver (20 coins)
* 90 Second Ball Saver (30 coins)
* Ball Upgrade (40 coins)
* Timer Up (40 coins) - This adds 30 seconds to the next timed event.
* Pika (50 coins) - {{p|Pichu}} joins {{p|Pikachu}}. For the rest of that ball, the Poké Ball is guaranteed to be rescued if it falls to the sides of the fields.
* Bonus Challenge (60 coins) - The ball will be transported to the Spheal Bonus Field.
* Extra Ball (99 coins) - The player receives an extra ball (an extra life). Available once after starting and then again after each time Rayquaza has been caught.

When Evo Mode is possible, the activation of it will replace the shop.

==e-Reader Compatibility==
The Japanese version of Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire was made compatible with the [[e-Reader]] accessory. There were five cards released for use with Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire, all of which were available through promotions. The cards provide tweaks to the game to grant players access to in-game events which could be very difficult to trigger. Due to incompatibility issues, the e-Reader functions are removed in the [[Virtual Console]] release.

{| class="roundtable" style="background: #{{ruby color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{sapphire color dark}}"
|-
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}; {{roundytl|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Card ID}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Card Name}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Card Effect}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}; {{roundytr|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Promotion}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A001
| Bonus Stage Card
| Allows players to play the bonus stage of their choice
| Pokémon Scoop (Summer 2003); Pokémon Festa 2003
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A002
| GET Special Guests Card
| Unlocks one of the following Pokémon for capture: Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile or Aerodactyl
| Demo cards placed in selected stores in Japan throughout September 2003 (not for distribution)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A003
| Ruin Area Card
| Allows players to start their games from the Ruins
| Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A004
| DX Mode Card
| Allows players to start with 9 balls (lives), Master Ball and 99 coins; in addition, Pichu rescuer will always be enabled throughout the game
| Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|-
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybl|7px}}" | 09‑A005
| style="background: #FFF" | Encounter Rate UP Card
| style="background: #FFF" | Forces Pokémon with low encounter rate to show up more often
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|7px}}" | Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|}

==Reception==
Gaming magazine {{wp|Famitsu}} gave Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire a score of 34 out of 40. {{wp|IGN}} rated the game a "Great" 8.8/10.<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/2003/08/21/pokemon-pinball-ruby-sapphire Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire - IGN]</ref> It holds a rating of 80.03% on {{wp|GameRankings}}, based on 27 reviews.<ref>[https://www.gamerankings.com/gba/914978-pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/index.html Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire for Game Boy Advance - GameRankings]</ref>

===Sales===
====Japanese sales====
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire sold approximately 39,400 units on its first week on the Japanese market. By December 28, 2003, the end of its 22nd week, it had sold 291,501 copies.

{| class="roundtable" style="text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{sapphire color dark}}; background:#{{ruby color light}}"
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}; {{roundytl|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Week}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Week ending}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Ranking}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Units sold}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}; {{roundytr|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Total units sold}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| 1
| August 3, 2003
| 4th
| 39,400
| 39,400
|- style="background:#fff"
| 2
| August 10, 2003
| 5th
| 38,400
| 77,800
|- style="background:#fff"
| 3
| August 17, 2003
| 4th
| 54,400
| 132,200
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4
| August 24, 2003
| 4th
| 18,500
| 150,700
|- style="background:#fff"
| 5
| August 31, 2003
| 6th
| 19,400
| 170,200
|- style="background:#fff"
| 6
| September 7, 2003
| 10th
| 11,500
| 181,800
|- style="background:#fff"
| 9
| September 28, 2003
| 21st
| -
| -
|- style="background:#fff"
| 17
| November 23, 2003
| 37th
| -
| -
|- style="background:#fff"
| style="{{roundybl|7px}}" | 22
| December 28, 2003
| -
| -
| style="{{roundybr|7px}}" | 291,501
|}

==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire}}

==Gallery==
===Logos===
<gallery>
Pinball RS logo.png|English ''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire'' logo
</gallery>

===Virtual Console Icons===
<gallery>
File:PokémonPinballRubySapphireVCIcon.png|Wii U Virtual Console icon (English)
File:PokémonPinballRubySapphireJVCIcon.png|Wii U Virtual Console icon (Japanese)
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* At least one full-size pinball machine based on this game was produced by Personal Pinball Inc.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20181119032131/http://www.personalpinball.com/gallery.html Archive of Personal Pinball Inc.'s website]</ref> for Pokémon USA.<ref>[https://flyers.arcade-museum.com/?page=flyer&db=pinballdb&id=849&image=1 Advertisement for real pinball machine]</ref> It was housed at the [[New York Pokémon Center]].<ref>[http://www.andysrandomstuff.com/gaming/pkmncntr/gallery.htm Fan picture of the pinball machine]</ref>
* Although the red stripe on {{p|Kecleon}} is supposed to remain visible at all times, it turns invisible with the rest of Kecleon in its bonus stage.
* Early batches of the game came in AGB-E06 cartridges, which utilizes battery-backed SRAM save chips and therefore will lose save files when the internal battery runs out. On the other hand, later batches don't require an internal battery to save, as they came in AGB-E11 cartridges which features non-volatile FRAM save chips.

==In other languages==
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|ja={{tt|ポケモンピンボールルビー&サファイア|Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire}}
|de=Pokémon Pinball: Rubin & Saphir
|es=Pokémon Pinball: Rubí y Zafiro
|fr=Pokémon Pinball: Rubis & Saphir
|it=Pokémon Pinball: Rubino e Zaffiro}}

==External links==
* [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/ Pokemon.com]
* [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n08/bppj/ Nintendo's official Japanese website]
* [http://www.jupiter.co.jp/e/product/game/gb/pokepin_rs.html The developer's official English website]

==References==
{{reflist}}

{{Spin-off series}} 
{{Project Sidegames notice}}

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Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire

2023-01-30T22:42:32Z

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|release_date_au=September 26, 2003<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20040824074625/http://www.nintendo.com.au/pokemon/news/index.php Nintendo of Australia (archive)]</ref> December 12, 2014 (Wii U VC)<ref>[http://www.vooks.net/nintendo-download-updates-1112-wright-place-wright-time/ Vooks]</ref>
|release_date_eu=November 14, 2003<ref>[http://www.pokemon.com/uk/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/ Pokémon.com (UK)]</ref> December 11, 2014 (Wii U VC)<ref>[http://www.siliconera.com/2014/12/08/pokemon-pinball-ruby-sapphire-headed-wii-u-virtual-console-europe/ Siliconera]</ref>
|website_ja=[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/game/gba/pprs/ Pokémon.co.jp] [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n08/bppj/ Nintendo.co.jp] [https://www.nintendo.co.jp/titles/20010000009028 Nintendo.co.jp (Virtal Console)]
|website_en=[http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/ Pokémon.com (US)] [http://www.pokemon.com/uk/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/ Pokémon.com (UK)] [https://web.archive.org/web/20030808171149/http://www.nintendo.com/games/gamepage/gamepage_main.jsp?gameId=1857 Nintendo.com] 
[http://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/re8OdL4aI-n_M51yJDs8pBSXR0JiOo0v Nintendo.com (Virtual Console)] 
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'''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンピンボールルビー&サファイア''' ''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire'') is a spin-off [[pinball]] game for the [[Game Boy Advance]]. It expands upon the game mechanics used in [[Pokémon Pinball]] and features the Pokémon in the [[List of Pokémon by Hoenn Pokédex number (Generation III)|Hoenn Pokédex]].

It was originally released in Japan on August 1, 2003, in North America on August 25, 2003, in Australia on September 26, 2003, and in Europe on November 14, 2003. It was later released on [[Wii U]] [[Virtual Console]] in Japan on December 10, 2014, in Europe on December 11, 2014, in Australia on December 12, 2014, and in North America on January 1, 2015, making it the first Pokémon game to be released for the Wii U Virtual Console. The Virtual Console release will become unavailable after the Wii U Nintendo eShop is discontinued on March 27, 2023.

The game is played with a {{i|Poké Ball}} in the traditional pinball format. There are two tables, the [[Ruby Field]] and [[Sapphire Field]], each varying in gameplay and Pokémon available for capture.

If this game is played on the [[Game Boy Player]] accessory, the {{player}} can use the rumble feature in the [[Nintendo GameCube|GameCube]]'s controller.

==Blurb==
More than a regular pinball game, Pokémon Pinball combines fast flipper action with a unique way to catch your favorite Pokémon. Control the flippers to shoot the Poké Ball at targets on one of two PlayFields. Play on either the Ruby or Sapphire field to rack up as many points as possible. Catch over 200 Pokémon - featuring characters from Pokémon Ruby and Pokémon Sapphire!

* Play pinball with your favorite Pokémon!
* Shoot the Poké Ball to find & catch Pokémon!
* Use the Game Boy Advance Game Link cable to share your Pokédex and Hi-Score with a friend! You'll need a Game Boy Advance Game Link and two Game Paks to link up with a friend (sold separately).
* Play on both the Ruby & Sapphire Fields.
* Try to catch over 200 Pokémon!

==Obtaining Pokémon==
{{main|List of Pokémon by index number (Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire)}}

Beyond getting a high score, the main aim of the game is to complete the Pokédex. All of the Pokémon in the regional Hoenn Pokédex are available in the game except for {{p|Deoxys}}. With a less than 1% chance and can be found in any of the areas, {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, {{p|Totodile}}, and {{p|Aerodactyl}} are also catchable in the game, though they are not able to evolve. This totals to 205 Pokémon.

There are three methods of obtaining Pokémon, all of which must be used to complete the {{pin|Pokédex}}:
* '''Catch 'Em Mode''': This mode begins with a shadowed image which is uncovered by hitting the Pokémon bumpers three times. The Pokémon will then appear and must be hit three times before the two minutes run out to be caught. The Pokémon are all area exclusive, and some appear only on the Sapphire or Ruby Field.
* '''Egg Mode''': As soon as the Egg on the field hatches, the newborn Pokémon will start moving around the field. It must be hit twice within the time limit for a successful capture. A total of 32 different Pokémon can be caught using Egg Mode. Some, but not all, hatched Pokémon with three forms can also be caught in their middle form in Catch 'Em Mode.
* '''Evo Mode''': Most middle and top-form Pokémon can only be obtained by evolving Pokémon caught through the above two methods. Once the Pokémon to evolve has been selected, three items must be collected in turn and the ball must then enter the Center Hole within two minutes. These items represent how the Pokémon evolves in the games.
*There are a few Pokémon that have a unique way of being caught. To catch {{p|Groudon}}, {{p|Kyogre}}, and {{p|Rayquaza}}, their bonuses need to be completed twice in one game. To catch {{p|Jirachi}}, one must get into the start slot while in the Ruins area and match it on the Jirachi bonus. Jirachi moves around the field and must be hit three times in only thirty seconds.

Catching 15 Pokémon earns the player an extra ball.

==Poké Ball==
Fittingly with the other Pokémon-inspired tweaks to the basic pinball formula, the ball is a {{i|Poké Ball}}. Each table has three lights near the top of the upper half that, when lit simultaneously, will upgrade the Poké Ball temporarily to the next better basic Poké Ball; the upgrades are the Great Ball, the Ultra Ball, and the Master Ball. Each upgrade multiplies the points gained on the table by a different multiplier: 2×, 3×, and 4×, respectively.

==Bonus tables==
Catching a Pokémon in Catch 'Em Mode will cause one Poké Ball icon to light up below the display on the lower portion of the field. Evolving a Pokémon in Evolution Mode will cause two of these lights to light up instead (or one if there is no room for two). Three of these lights can be lit at a time; when all three are lit, the player can shoot the ball into the center hole to access one of several bonus stages that are progressed through in a linear fashion; if the player completes one bonus stage, then when he lights up the Poké Ball lights again, he can enter the next stage. Each table has a separate progression of three bonus tables, with only the final stage on each table (the {{p|Rayquaza}} stage) being the same for both tables.

===Kecleon bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Kecleon Bonus.png|thumb|200px|Kecleon bonus stage]]
This is the first bonus stage on the Ruby Field.

Kecleon will turn invisible with its {{a|Color Change}} ability and can hide in tall grass. A [[Devon Scope]] can be knocked out of the tree to make it visible for a short time. Kecleon must be knocked over and then hit with the ball ten times in two minutes to win the bonus stage. 30,000,000 points are added after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Groudon bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Groudon Stage.png|thumb|200px|Groudon bonus stage]]
This is the second bonus stage on the Ruby Field.

Groudon will throw rocks down from the ceiling to add obstacles to the field and create an eruption to surround itself in four pillars of fire. The rocks take three hits to break while the fire pillars take four hits to break. During this time, Groudon will also throw fire balls at the Poké Ball to stall it further. The eruption does break any rocks still on the field. Groudon must be hit 15 times in three minutes to complete the bonus stage. Completing this bonus stage will earn 50,000,000 points and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball. After beating the round twice, Groudon will be captured.
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===Dusclops bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Dusclops Bonus Stage Duskull.png|thumb|200px|Duskull on the Dusclops bonus stage]]
This is the first bonus stage on the Sapphire Field.

Similar to the Gengar Bonus Stage in Pokémon Pinball, this stage is set in the graveyard. Two wild {{p|Duskull}} appear at the same time. Twenty of them must be hit in order to make {{p|Dusclops}} appear. Then Dusclops must be hit five times to complete the bonus stage. Dusclops can only be hit in the back or while moving and can devour the ball if directed towards the front. 30,000,000 points are added after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Kyogre bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Kyogre Stage.png|thumb|200px|Kyogre bonus stage]]
This is the second bonus stage on the Sapphire Field.

Kyogre will first use Sheer Cold to freeze the ball in place. It will then create whirlpools to trap the ball further. Finally, it will dive into the water to evade being hit completely. However, air bubbles will appear where it is about to rise out of the water. Kyogre must be hit 15 times in three minutes to win. After beating the round twice, Kyogre will be captured. Completing this bonus stage will earn 50,000,000 points and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.
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===Rayquaza bonus stage===
[[File:Pinball RS Rayquaza Bonus.png|thumb|200px|Rayquaza bonus stage]]
This is the third bonus stage on both the Ruby and Sapphire Fields.

It can only be challenged after capturing Groudon or Kyogre and will then join the circuit of bonus fields. Rayquaza will bounce along from left to right, allowing the ball to roll under it if it is up. It will sometimes use {{m|Thunder}} to paralyze the ball if it is not moving fast enough, though it does stay still while it is unleashing the attack. Rayquaza will also sometimes use {{m|Extreme Speed|ExtremeSpeed}} to create two tornadoes that cause the ball to fly up into the air for several seconds if contact is made. Rayquaza must be hit 15 times in three minutes to win. After beating the round twice, Rayquaza will be captured. 99,999,999 points are awarded after completion and multiplied by the type of Poké Ball.

Once the Rayquaza stage is completed, the rotation will cycle back to the first bonus stage for the table being played. Also, the music will change on both fields.
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==Fields==
There are two playing fields in the game: the [[Ruby Field]] and the [[Sapphire Field]]. They are similar in design, but have very distinct differences. These differences include:
* The Sapphire Field has a {{p|Zigzagoon}} that can stop the slot roll, while the Ruby Field has a {{p|Makuhita}} that can send the ball through the coin loop.
* The requirements for getting to the {{p|Spheal}} Bonus Stage are different.
* All bonus stages are unique to one particular field except {{p|Rayquaza}}'s and Spheal's.
* There are two areas per field that are only accessible from that field.
* The Ruby Field has a ball upgrade available on the field, while the Sapphire Field does not.
* {{p|Latios}} is the Ball Saver for the Ruby Field and {{p|Latias}} is the Ball Saver for the Sapphire Field.

==Field mechanics==
On each field, various Pokémon appear, taking the place of more traditional pinball obstacles like switches and bumpers.

===Ruby Field===
[[File:Ruby Field.png|thumb|200px|[[Ruby Field]]]]
* {{p|Chinchou}} or {{p|Lotad}}: Three appear at the center of the top screen. They serve as bumpers for the {{i|Poké Ball}} and also break silhouette tiles in Catch 'Em Mode. This can be switched to Chinchou rotating counterclockwise, clockwise, moving up and down, one Chinchou, or Lotad replacing the Chinchou. This is done by pushing the yellow button to the left of them.
* {{p|Sharpedo}}: If the ball is sent to the right side of the table, Sharpedo will eat the ball and release it; if at least two GET lights are lit, Catch 'Em Mode begins when this happens.
* {{p|Makuhita}}: Makuhita appears in the middle right of the field. When the ball is near it, press the button for the right flipper to send the ball to a loop with {{p|Nuzleaf}}. Hitting the Nuzleaf twice will form a loop in which a ball upgrade, or, rarely, an extra ball can be obtained. This works only when {{p|Makuhita}} is in attack stance.
* {{p|Cyndaquil}}: Hitting Cyndaquil will knock it back. After a few hits, Cyndaquil will be knocked into the Egg stand and the flame on its back will start heating the Egg. Hitting Cyndaquil one more time will cause the Egg to hatch and the player will have a chance to catch the newly hatched Pokémon.
* {{p|Chikorita}}: Hitting a button near Chikorita will cause Chikorita to use {{m|Razor Leaf}} in which two Linoone pop out on each side of the field.
* {{p|Linoone}}: Two Linoone hide on each side of the field, a Chikorita must be hit for the Linoone to pop out. The left Linoone will cause a Gulpin to appear and the right Linoone will change Makuhita's stance.
* {{p|Gulpin}}: Make three of these appear to trigger Travel mode. One will appear when the left Linoone is hit.
* {{p|Whiscash}}: Whiscash replaces the bumpers at the top of the field, sending the ball to the {{p|Spheal}} bonus stage if the ball is directed toward its mouth. Hitting Whiscash at the top will make Whiscash angry and cause an {{m|Earthquake}}, shaking the field.
* {{p|Latios}}: Latios is the Ball Saver for the Ruby Field.

===Sapphire Field===
[[File:Sapphire Field.png|thumb|200px|[[Sapphire Field]]]]
* {{p|Shroomish}}: Three appear at the center of the top screen. They serve as bumpers for the {{i|Poké Ball}} and also break silhouette tiles in Catch 'Em Mode.
* {{p|Wailmer}}: If the ball is sent to the right side of the table, Wailmer will eat the ball and release it; if at least two GET lights are lit, Catch 'Em Mode begins when this happens.
* {{p|Plusle}} and {{p|Minun}}: They block access to the Poké Mart with electric barriers. Hitting the plus and minus buttons on each side will cause the barriers to switch off, allowing access to the shop.
* {{p|Zigzagoon}}: By hitting the right button, Zigzagoon can force the slot to stop.
* {{p|Seedot}}: Making three appear will trigger Travel mode. Hitting the left button makes one appear.
* {{p|Pelipper}}: Pelipper can take the ball to the top of the table or to the Spheal bonus stage.
* {{p|Latias}}: Latias is the Ball Saver for the Sapphire Field.

===Both fields===
*{{p|Spoink}}: Spoink serves as the launcher for the ball.
*{{p|Pikachu}}: Pikachu can appear under either one of the exit lanes (from which the ball cannot normally be saved); Pikachu's location is toggled with the flipper buttons. If the ball would exit the table via the exit lane that Pikachu is under, if Pikachu is ready, then instead it will rebound the ball onto the field by using {{m|Thunder Shock|ThunderShock}}. Pikachu is readied by spinning a spinner on the right side of the large loop on each table. There is a gauge with a lightning bolt symbol in it to indicate how ready Pikachu is; it can only rebound the ball if this gauge is full.
*{{p|Pichu}}: If obtained via the slot or the Poké Mart, for the rest of the ball, the Pichu can assist Pikachu if the ball reaches the exit lines.
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==Areas==
The species of Pokémon that are available in Catch 'Em Mode are dependent on the areas, though this is the only effect that areas have on the gameplay. The current area is represented through the image between the Catch Counter and center hole.

There are nine areas, of which seven can be reached on each field. The Forest, Ocean, Plains, Cave and Ruins are available on both fields with only a slight variation in the available Pokémon between the two. The Volcano and Safari Zone are unique to the Ruby Field while the Wilderness and Lake are unique to the Sapphire Field.

The first area is chosen at random at the start of the game. After this, a new area can be reached through Travel Mode. Once the mode begins, the Poké Ball must be sent round a loop and then sent into the Center Hole within one minute. The areas are in a set order, though two are available in one Travel Mode; the next in line is reached though the left loop while the second in line is reached through the right loop. The Ruins cannot be reached until the sixth journey.

==Slots==
By lighting up all four "HOLE" lights at the top of the four lanes, the player makes the "Slots" bonus available. This makes the center hole open, and by shooting the ball into it, the player activates the slots. A slot reel will spin around and the player can make it stop by pressing 'A' (it can be forced to stop by using {{p|Zigzagoon}} in Sapphire Field). The player is then awarded one of the following bonuses:

* Small: A bonus of 100 - 900 points.
* Big: A bonus of 1,000,000 - 9,000,000 points.
* Get: Starts Catch 'Em Mode.
* Evo: Starts Evolution Mode.
* Saver: For the next 30/60/90 seconds, if the ball is drained, Latios or Latias will return the ball to the Spoink and the ball can be launched.
* Pika: For the rest of this ball Pichu will assist the Pikachu in saving the ball if it goes into the out lanes.
* Upgrade: The ball is upgraded to the next level, increasing the score multiplier.
* Max: The ball is upgraded to the max level (Master ball), increasing the score multiplier.
* Extra: The player receives an extra ball (an extra life).
* Bonus multiplier: The bonus multiplier is increased.
* Go to bonus: The player immediately plays the next bonus stage.

Note that the player can light up the four "HOLE" lights at any time, however the slots will only become available when the player is not in Catch 'Em, Evolution or Travel modes and the bonus stage is not available.

==Pokémon Mart==
{{main|Pokémon Mart (Pinball)}}

A new feature to this pinball game is the shop. Coins are earned by sending the ball through the Coin loop and can be spent on items:
* 30 Second Ball Saver (10 coins)
* 60 Second Ball Saver (20 coins)
* 90 Second Ball Saver (30 coins)
* Ball Upgrade (40 coins)
* Timer Up (40 coins) - This adds 30 seconds to the next timed event.
* Pika (50 coins) - {{p|Pichu}} joins {{p|Pikachu}}. For the rest of that ball, the Poké Ball is guaranteed to be rescued if it falls to the sides of the fields.
* Bonus Challenge (60 coins) - The ball will be transported to the Spheal Bonus Field.
* Extra Ball (99 coins) - The player receives an extra ball (an extra life). Available once after starting and then again after each time Rayquaza has been caught.

When Evo Mode is possible, the activation of it will replace the shop.

==e-Reader Compatibility==
The Japanese version of Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire was made compatible with the [[e-Reader]] accessory. There were five cards released for use with Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire, all of which were available through promotions. The cards provide tweaks to the game to grant players access to in-game events which could be very difficult to trigger. Due to incompatibility issues, the e-Reader functions are removed in the [[Virtual Console]] release.

{| class="roundtable" style="background: #{{ruby color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{sapphire color dark}}"
|-
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}; {{roundytl|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Card ID}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Card Name}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Card Effect}}
! style="background: #{{ruby color}}; {{roundytr|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Promotion}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A001
| Bonus Stage Card
| Allows players to play the bonus stage of their choice
| Pokémon Scoop (Summer 2003); Pokémon Festa 2003
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A002
| GET Special Guests Card
| Unlocks one of the following Pokémon for capture: Chikorita, Cyndaquil, Totodile or Aerodactyl
| Demo cards placed in selected stores in Japan throughout September 2003 (not for distribution)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A003
| Ruin Area Card
| Allows players to start their games from the Ruins
| Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 09‑A004
| DX Mode Card
| Allows players to start with 9 balls (lives), Master Ball and 99 coins; in addition, Pichu rescuer will always be enabled throughout the game
| Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|-
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybl|7px}}" | 09‑A005
| style="background: #FFF" | Encounter Rate UP Card
| style="background: #FFF" | Forces Pokémon with low encounter rate to show up more often
| style="background: #FFF; {{roundybr|7px}}" | Distributed to customers who purchase the game at Pokémon Centers
|}

==Reception==
Gaming magazine {{wp|Famitsu}} gave Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire a score of 34 out of 40. {{wp|IGN}} rated the game a "Great" 8.8/10.<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/2003/08/21/pokemon-pinball-ruby-sapphire Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire - IGN]</ref> It holds a rating of 80.03% on {{wp|GameRankings}}, based on 27 reviews.<ref>[https://www.gamerankings.com/gba/914978-pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/index.html Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire for Game Boy Advance - GameRankings]</ref>

===Sales===
====Japanese sales====
Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire sold approximately 39,400 units on its first week on the Japanese market. By December 28, 2003, the end of its 22nd week, it had sold 291,501 copies.

{| class="roundtable" style="text-align:center; border:3px solid #{{sapphire color dark}}; background:#{{ruby color light}}"
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}; {{roundytl|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Week}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Week ending}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Ranking}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}" | {{color|fff|Units sold}}
! style="background:#{{ruby color}}; {{roundytr|7px}}" | {{color|fff|Total units sold}}
|- style="background:#fff"
| 1
| August 3, 2003
| 4th
| 39,400
| 39,400
|- style="background:#fff"
| 2
| August 10, 2003
| 5th
| 38,400
| 77,800
|- style="background:#fff"
| 3
| August 17, 2003
| 4th
| 54,400
| 132,200
|- style="background:#fff"
| 4
| August 24, 2003
| 4th
| 18,500
| 150,700
|- style="background:#fff"
| 5
| August 31, 2003
| 6th
| 19,400
| 170,200
|- style="background:#fff"
| 6
| September 7, 2003
| 10th
| 11,500
| 181,800
|- style="background:#fff"
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==Staff==
{{main|Staff of Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire}}

==Gallery==
===Logos===
<gallery>
Pinball RS logo.png|English ''Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire'' logo
</gallery>

===Virtual Console Icons===
<gallery>
File:PokémonPinballRubySapphireVCIcon.png|Wii U Virtual Console icon (English)
File:PokémonPinballRubySapphireJVCIcon.png|Wii U Virtual Console icon (Japanese)
</gallery>

==Trivia==
* At least one full-size pinball machine based on this game was produced by Personal Pinball Inc.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20181119032131/http://www.personalpinball.com/gallery.html Archive of Personal Pinball Inc.'s website]</ref> for Pokémon USA.<ref>[https://flyers.arcade-museum.com/?page=flyer&db=pinballdb&id=849&image=1 Advertisement for real pinball machine]</ref> It was housed at the [[New York Pokémon Center]].<ref>[http://www.andysrandomstuff.com/gaming/pkmncntr/gallery.htm Fan picture of the pinball machine]</ref>
* Although the red stripe on {{p|Kecleon}} is supposed to remain visible at all times, it turns invisible with the rest of Kecleon in its bonus stage.
* Early batches of the game came in AGB-E06 cartridges, which utilizes battery-backed SRAM save chips and therefore will lose save files when the internal battery runs out. On the other hand, later batches don't require an internal battery to save, as they came in AGB-E11 cartridges which features non-volatile FRAM save chips.

==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{ruby color light}}|bordercolor={{sapphire color light}}
|ja={{tt|ポケモンピンボールルビー&サファイア|Pokémon Pinball: Ruby & Sapphire}}
|de=Pokémon Pinball: Rubin & Saphir
|es=Pokémon Pinball: Rubí y Zafiro
|fr=Pokémon Pinball: Rubis & Saphir
|it=Pokémon Pinball: Rubino e Zaffiro}}

==External links==
* [http://www.pokemon.com/us/pokemon-video-games/pokemon-pinball-ruby-and-sapphire/ Pokemon.com]
* [http://www.nintendo.co.jp/n08/bppj/ Nintendo's official Japanese website]
* [http://www.jupiter.co.jp/e/product/game/gb/pokepin_rs.html The developer's official English website]

==References==
{{reflist}}

{{Spin-off series}} 
{{Project Sidegames notice}}

[[Category:E-Reader]]
[[Category:Games]]
[[Category:Pokémon Pinball]]
[[Category:Game Boy Advance games]]
[[Category:Virtual Console games]]
[[Category:Wii U games]]

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[[ja:ポケモンピンボールルビー&サファイア]]
[[zh:寶可夢彈珠臺紅寶石‧藍寶石]]

PK10

2023-01-30T02:58:07Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Plot */

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title_en=Pikachu's PikaBoo |
title_ja=ピカチュウのドキドキかくれんぼ |
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'''Pikachu's PikaBoo''' (Japanese: '''ピカチュウのドキドキかくれんぼ''' ''Pikachu's Exciting Hide-and-seek'') is the tenth [[Pikachu short]]. It was aired alongside ''[[M04|Celebi: The Voice of the Forest]]''.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

At a giant beachside mansion, Pikachu and some of its buddies decide to play a game of hide-and-seek. Pikachu is “it,” and it goes off in search of its friends. Meanwhile, Larvitar, sick of being all by itself, kicks a rock in anger. The rock hurtles through the air—and hits a lawnmower, turning it on and sending it tearing off after Pikachu and its friends! The group draws the lawnmower into a maze and even gets it into the water, but the lawnmower just keeps on chasing. The Pokémon build a road out of logs, hoping to get the lawnmower into a shack, but Psyduck trips and ruins the whole setup. How will the friends ever escape the lawnmower? This fantasy will have you on the edge of your seat!

==Plot==
{{AP|Pikachu}} and his friends are at a beach. Pikachu and {{TP|Misty|Togepi|Togetic}} run into the water as the tide recedes and run away when the tide comes in. {{AP|Totodile}} is having fun in the shallow water, kicking it around. {{TP|Misty|Psyduck}} is floating in an inner tube before a huge wave knocks it out of the water. {{AP|Bayleef}} and {{AP|Cyndaquil|Quilava}} are napping, until Totodile uses its {{m|Water Gun}} to blast Cyndaquil, making Cyndaquil chase after him.

Four {{p|Corsola}} walk by, and Togepi follows them, into the ocean. Pikachu sees Togepi and races over to try to help it; luckily for Pikachu, a {{p|Wailmer}} appears and launches Togepi into the air with a water spray. A passing {{p|Yanma}} flies by, catching Togepi on its back, and sets it down on dry land. Once Yanma flies away, the gang chases after it, coming upon a massive mansion.

At the mansion, a {{p|Larvitar}}, {{p|Kecleon}}, and {{p|Granbull}} are patrolling the garden, with Larvitar in charge. Larvitar orders Granbull to right a fallen chair, then fixes a rock on a planter, when the gang shows up. Togepi follows a few {{p|Sunkern}}, bouncing up and down with them into the open, knocking over the rock that Larvitar fixed, making Larvitar angry. Pikachu and the gang run out to defend Togepi. Unlike Larvitar, Granbull and Kecleon seem happy to find new friends. Granbull barks loudly, calling out a {{p|Sunflora}}, {{p|Oddish}}, {{p|Sandshrew}}, {{p|Azurill}}, and {{p|Donphan}}, who introduce themselves. Larvitar wants no part in the camaraderie and walks away.

To start off the fun, Pikachu picks up a small stick with a leaf hanging on one side and tosses it into the air. The others try to blow the leaf away from themselves. Finally, the leaf falls and lands towards Pikachu. Pikachu was 'it' and runs to start counting. All of the other Pokémon run to hide, all but Togepi, who wanted to count with Pikachu. However, {{AP|Bulbasaur}} picks Togepi up with its vines and runs off. Oddish hides first, pretending to be a plant in the ground. The others quickly follow suit and soon all of them are hidden, with Donphan and Psyduck having difficulties. Larvitar sits this game out, still disgruntled. As soon as Pikachu is finished the counting, he runs off down a small flight of stone stairs, with Larvitar looking on, still angry.

Meanwhile, {{MTR}} and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} are mowing the lawns in the garden. As soon as Meowth states that they have the easiest job, the lawnmower breaks down, so Meowth decides he's finished mowing the lawn.

Pikachu is now searching for the other Pokémon, looking through the garden. Pikachu wanders into the sunflower garden bed and finds Sunflora there, posing as a sunflower, and Sunflora becomes the first one out. Pikachu then finds Sandshrew backed against a brick wall pretending to be part of the wall. Sandshrew is the next Pokémon out. Pikachu soon finds Totodile, posing as part of a water feature in the garden, hiding underwater and shooting water up.

Pikachu continues his search, when Larvitar suddenly pushes Donphan down a cliff and at Pikachu. Pikachu was able to escape the Donphan; however, Donphan wasn't so lucky and fell straight into a bush. Sadly, Donphan becomes the fourth Pokémon out.

Pikachu then decides to look inside the mansion. He enters toward the living room first and spots Togepi on the couch, hiding in its shell and pretending to be a pillow. Pikachu then comes to a small fireplace, where he sees the blue fur of a Cyndaquil who was using its flame to act like it's the fire of a fireplace. Pikachu calls it out and Cyndaquil was the sixth Pokémon out. Pikachu soon discovers Granbull and Psyduck as well.

Meanwhile, Larvitar angrily kicks a rock, which flies through the air and straight into the out-of-order lawnmower, turning it on and sending it tearing through the garden. Donphan and Bulbasaur, who emerges from its hiding place, attack the lawnmower, redirecting it, then Donphan charges at it, but gets blasted into the air. The lawnmower continues chasing everyone, almost running Oddish down, who hadn't been found yet. Pikachu runs outside and uses {{m|Thunderbolt}} on the lawnmower, which briefly turns off, but then turns itself back on and unleashes some chainsaws to its sides. Totodile hits the lawnmower with a {{m|Water Gun}} and Cyndaquil chases it down using {{m|Flamethrower}}, but the lawnmower jumps behind Cyndaquil, gaining the upper hand.

As Meowth and Wobbuffet are preparing to clean the chimneys, they're beset by the rogue lawnmower. They run into the water, jumping across some islands, but the lawnmower chases them and mows down their chimney sweepers, although it breaks off its own chainsaws in the process, and sending them blasting off to land in the chminey.

The lawnmower is now back to chasing all the other Pokémon, through a hedge maze. The Pokémon reach a dead end, resulting in a very close call for them, but they manage to escape. Eventually, Larvitar shows up and helps them out of the maze, then dropkicks the lawnmower, breaking it and shutting it down. The Pokémon casually walk out of the hedges, but suddenly the lawnmower bursts through the hedge, now with buzzsaws to its sides. They run away and climb up a tree, but the lawnmower cuts down the tree using the saws and continues pursuing them. The lawnmower chases them to the end of a short pier. All the Pokémon move out of the way just in time and cause the lawnmower dives right into the ocean, and Pikachu and Larvitar triumphantly throw some logs at it.

Shockingly, the lawnmower starts itself up yet again, while underwater, and destroys the pier. The mower chases Pikachu and Togepi while all the other Pokémon come up with a plan to use firewood to make short pieces of track which force the lawnmower to make turns. This strategy works well until Psyduck trips up and fails to set its part of the track, but Bayleef suddenly intervenes and uses {{m|Vine Whip}} to throw the lawnmower back onto a track. They continue using logs to lead the lawnmower into a tool shed, where they shut and lock the door on it. After some ruckus inside the tool shed, they open the door to find that the lawnmower has finally been permanently shut down and will need repairs.

Back in the garden, Kecleon comes out of hiding to find that everyone had stopped looking for it, making it the winner of the round.

The Pokémon work together to place the firewood back where it was before, and Bulbasaur and Bayleef trim some hedges into some topiaries of {{p|Onix}}, two {{p|Pichu}}, Pikachu, and Togepi. Larvitar and Togepi fix the stones that Larvitar was working on before. Back inside the mansion, Meowth and Wobbuffet fall through the chimney, and Meowth comments that they got the chimney sweeping done. The Pokémon start a new game of hide and seek, with Larvitar graciously accepting his role of 'it'.

==Major events==
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Larvitar}}
* {{p|Corsola}}
* {{p|Wailmer}}
* {{p|Azurill}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Togepi}} ({{OP|Misty|Togetic}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} ({{OP|Ash|Bulbasaur}})
* {{p|Bayleef}} ({{OP|Ash|Bayleef}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Ash|Quilava}})
* {{p|Totodile}} ({{OP|Ash|Totodile}})
* {{p|Psyduck}} ({{OP|Misty|Psyduck}})
* {{p|Larvitar}} (debut)
* {{p|Donphan}}
* {{p|Sandshrew}}
* {{p|Oddish}}
* {{p|Kecleon}}
* {{p|Granbull}}
* {{p|Sunflora}}
* {{p|Azurill}} (debut)
* {{p|Yanma}}
* {{p|Corsola}} (debut)
* {{p|Wailmer}} (debut)
* {{p|Sunkern}}
* {{p|Chinchou}}

==Trivia==
* This [[Pikachu short]] was never released in {{pmin|the United Kingdom}} or {{pmin|Italy}} nor on the VHS/DVD releases for unknown reasons.
* {{p|Oddish}}'s English [[dub]] voice is recycled from ''[[EP137|Foul Weather Friends]]''.
* This is the first Pikachu short to not include any human characters.
* None of {{an|Brock}}'s Pokémon are featured in this Pikachu short.

===Errors===

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
{{Epilang|color=E66650|bordercolor=FFF7A5
|zh_yue={{tt|比卡超之捉迷藏|Pikachu's Hide-and-seek}}
|zh_cmn={{tt|皮卡丘的心跳捉迷藏|Pikachu's Exciting Hide-and-seek}}
|pt_br=O Pika-esconde de Pikachu
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==External links==
*[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/anime/movie/2001/pika.html Official website for ''Pikachu's PikaBoo''] (Japanese)

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PK12

2023-01-30T02:57:03Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Plot */

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title_en=Gotta Dance! |
title_ja=おどるポケモンひみつ基地 |
title_ja_trans=Secret Base of the Dancing Pokémon |
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broadcast_jp=July 19, 2003 |
broadcast_us=June 1, 2004 |
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en_op=[[Polka O Dolka]] |
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ja_ed=[[It's the Start of an Adventure!!|冒険のはじまりだ!!]] |
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'''Gotta Dance!''' (Japanese: '''おどるポケモンひみつ基地''' ''Secret Base of the Dancing Pokémon'') is the 12th [[Pikachu short]] of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It was first broadcast in Japan on July 19, 2003 and in the United States on June 1, 2004.

It was shown in Japanese theaters together with ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'', and released on a separate DVD. The English dub was included as a bonus feature on the ''Jirachi: Wish Maker'' DVD, in the original 16:9 widescreen aspect ratio.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Meowth is in charge of the Team Rocket secret base, a mysterious place full of odd gadgets and gizmos. Desperate to impress the boss, Meowth wants to use the Dancing PokéBaton—a device that lets users control Pokémon as they please—to create a show that’s sure to wow. Meanwhile, Pikachu and its friends finish up playing in the forest and stumble on the base. The gang hears Whismur, the Whisper Pokémon, crying for help—but when they try to make their rescue, the Dancing PokéBaton goes off and sends the whole group into a dancing frenzy! When a noise-loving Loudred and Ludicolo get caught up in the dancing, the madness gets even wilder! What’s going to happen to Meowth’s precious secret base?

==Plot==
{{TP|Brock|Mudkip}} climbs along a branch and calls for {{TP|Brock|Lotad}} to join it. Mudkip jumps over Lotad, sending Lotad tumbling towards the ground – but it is caught by a low branch on the way down. {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{TP|May|Torchic}} hear the commotion and run to help Mudkip. {{AP|Treecko}}'s relaxation on a short branch comes to an end when he looks down to see what all the ruckus is, but in doing so he too slips and falls. Pikachu, Mudkip, and Torchic see Treecko falling and jump to catch it – freeing Lotad in the process. Suddenly, the branch springs back, sending Treecko, Mudkip, Torchic, and Pikachu flying. Lotad frantically rushes about trying to catch the others, but misses: Treecko is the first to land, Pikachu and Torchic land tangled in a heap, and Mudkip lands face first. To make matters worse, the ground suddenly gives way, sending them all tumbling down the cliff and into a rock. When the group comes to, Lotad spots a large building in the distance painted to look like dice with a giant red R on it: a {{TRT}} base in the [[Hoenn]] [[region]].

Inside their newly built headquarters, the [[Team Rocket trio]] have prepared a lavish event for their boss, {{an|Giovanni}}'s impending arrival. All three of them hope they’ll get a promotion out of it. [[Jessie]] and [[James]] plan to greet the boss and leave {{MTR}} in charge of everything.

Meowth is responsible for the entertainment and calls for a rehearsal of the routine. At this, {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}, {{TP|James|Cacnea}}, {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}, and three anxious {{p|Whismur}} with maracas appear all gathered on a stage. The Whismur shake their maracas a little to appease Meowth, who smiles and twirls a little, revealing a strange blue baton with a red and blue [[Poké Ball]] on the top, and various buttons on the bottom – his newly invented Dancing Pokébaton. With that, he presses a button at the top of the baton, causing a rousing melody, "[[Polka O Dolka]]", to come blaring into the room. The Pokémon begin dancing to the song in sync. Meowth is thrilled with his efforts and [[Boss fantasy|imagines]] Giovanni kicking out his {{TP|Giovanni|Persian}} and Meowth becoming his new favorite lap cat. Meowth laughs to himself, savoring the fantasy, but it is soon back to business and he orders the Whismur back into their cage.

Meanwhile, Pikachu, Torchic, Mudkip, and Treecko approach the base, eager to find a way in. Lotad tries to follow, but lags behind the others. Pikachu and the others discover an open window leading into the base's storage area. As they look inside, Lotad desperately tries to get a look, sending a rock rolling into the den of a snoozing {{p|Loudred}}, yet the rock miraculously does not disturb the large Pokémon.

They watch as Seviper hisses and scares the Whismur back into a cage. Meowth orders them to stay quiet while he and his crew take a break and have some lunch. Meowth and the others soon leave, with Seviper closing the door with its tail. Pikachu and the others try to get a better look, but a push from Lotad sends all five tumbling into the room. Pikachu then hears the Whismurs' cries for help and runs over. He asks them what Seviper, Cacnea, Wobbuffet, and Meowth, complete with funny face-pulling impressions of each one, are plotting. The Whismur reply that they're trapped. Pikachu notices the lock on the cage and suggests to the others to use their attacks to break it open, to which they agree. Pikachu fires a {{m|Thunderbolt}} at the lock, Torchic adds an Ember and Mudkip helps with a Water Gun attack, all three attacks break the cage open, freeing the Whismur. This loud noise doesn't disturb the Loudred either. The noise is noticed by Meowth who charges into the room to find the broken and empty cage. Meowth is frustrated and orders Seviper and the others to start looking for the runaway Whismur. Seviper, Cacnea, and Wobbuffet quickly oblige, sending Meowth tumbling down the stairs and the Dancing Pokébaton goes flying.

The baton lands on Treecko's head, triggering it and causing Polka O Dolka to come blaring into the room. Pikachu and the others, plus Meowth and his cronies begin dancing involuntarily, first nodding then performing a complete jig. Even the Loudred from earlier and a passing {{p|Ludicolo}} join in, all except Treecko. In its zeal to not dance, Treecko knocks over a barrel, closing up the baton in the process. Meowth suddenly realizes that Pikachu and the other twerps are there. Pikachu and the others except for Lotad dive for cover, but Meowth demands the Whismur back. The Whismur retaliate by sending some barrels tumbling towards them, leading Pikachu and friends to try escaping up the stairs. Treecko follows behind with the baton device in hand.

Meowth and his cronies look around confused as to where Pikachu went, but Cacnea points out the group hanging onto the tower roof. Pikachu attempts to fire a Thunderbolt at Meowth, but Wobbuffet uses {{m|Mirror Coat}} to send it back at them, and Mudkip nearly falls. Treecko uses the baton to help and Mudkip grabs a hold, only to look down and notice that it's a long way down. In its panic, Mudkip triggers the Dancing Pokébaton -- Polka O Dolka begins again, everyone but Treecko dances again. All the dancing causes the patio to give way -- Lotad slips and causes the baton to play a tango. Everyone partners up and tangos their way to safety right before the patio completely falls off, after which everyone resumes dancing on a catwalk until Pikachu accidentally switches the baton off.

The chase resumes as Pikachu and his friends duck into the ballroom. Mudkip climbs on a table, sending all the food and silverware atop Meowth. Torchic sends Cacnea flying into the ceiling, angering it to the point where it begins firing {{m|Pin Missile}}s in rapid succession, destroying almost the entire base in the process. In his frustration, Meowth accidentally triggers the Pokébaton and Polka O Dolka begins again, and in his panic to turn the baton off, sets it to play a hula, which everyone save Treecko does, at least until a party ball lands on Meowth, deactivating the baton and resuming the chase. Loudred, however, continues doing the hula as if nothing's going on.

Meowth chases everyone up into the scaffolding. During all the commotion, Cacnea trips and falls on a piece of wood, sending a bucket on top of Seviper's head. Seviper crashes into Meowth, sending them hurtling to the ground, but they trip on a rope, and go flying through the air. The Pokébaton, meanwhile, falls on Wobbuffet's head, triggering it. Polka O Dolka begins again, and everyone tries to dance on the scaffolding. In his rush of joy, Wobbuffet tosses the baton in the air and it lands in a pile of sand, causing it to malfunction. The first thing it does is trigger a waltz; which finally spurs Treecko to join in the dancing. Treecko sweeps Mudkip in its arms and spins around, getting Mudkip dizzy in the process. As the baton continues to go haywire, the music gets faster and faster, until the baton finally explodes due to overload.

But the mayhem isn't over yet; irked by the spoilt fun, the Loudred grabs a pipe and proceeds to chase everyone, ultimately smashing a supporting foundation column. The whole building shakes; everyone huddles up in the teetering room in fear -- and then Lotad sneezes, causing the whole building to collapse and sending everyone tumbling to the ground. Lotad fires a {{m|Water Gun}} to halt the impending collision of their half of the flying floor with a cliff. Once the group has landed safely, Pikachu leads the celebrations.

Meowth muses as he trudges back to the ruins of the storage room. With that, he opens the door and it falls off it hinges, revealing the scope of the damage all the mayhem caused. Soon the entire base comes crashing down completely, taking Meowth and his friends with it.

==Major events==
===Debuts===

====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Whismur}}
* {{p|Ludicolo}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Giovanni}} (fantasy)
===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Treecko}} ({{OP|Ash|Treecko}})
* {{p|Torchic}} ({{OP|May|Torchic}})
* {{p|Lotad}} ({{OP|Brock|Lotad}})
* {{p|Mudkip}} ({{OP|Brock|Mudkip}})
* {{p|Seviper}} ({{OP|Jessie|Seviper}})
* {{p|Cacnea}} ({{OP|James|Cacnea}})
* {{p|Whismur}} (×3)
* {{p|Loudred}}
* {{p|Ludicolo}}

==Trivia==
* During the dancing practice, {{MTR}} and the other Pokémon are dancing beside a roller showing various places taken from other Pikachu shorts: the mountain from ''[[PK01|Pikachu's Vacation]]'' (which is still misspelled as "Pokemon"), the tree from ''[[PK04|Pikachu's Rescue Adventure]]'', the house of tires from ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', the garden from ''[[PK10|Pikachu's PikaBoo]]'' and the train from ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]'', respectively.
* This is the first time Meowth has had a [[boss fantasy]] outside of the main series.
* This is the first Pikachu short in which other members of {{TRT}} make an appearance.
* Although [[Ash's Treecko]], [[May's Torchic]], [[Brock's Lotad]], and [[Brock's Mudkip]] are present alongside {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{Ash}}, {{an|May}}, {{an|Brock}}, and [[Max]] are not present at all, meaning the only humans that are present in this Pikachu short are [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{an|Giovanni}} (who appears in a fantasy sequence).
* Although the main series was using the digital animation process at the time of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'', this Pikachu short alongside ''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]'' were still produced using traditional hand-painted cels.

===Errors===
* During the dancing practice, {{p|Seviper}}'s bottom jaw is colored orange instead of yellow.
* The pipe that hits {{p|Loudred}}'s head is colored gray instead of orange.
* When Loudred starts chasing after the Pokémon, {{p|Ludicolo}} is nowhere to be seen even though it was dancing with Loudred.

===Dub edits===
* The [[narrator]] narrates the Pikachu short in the original Japanese version, while Meowth narrates the Pikachu short in the English dub.

==In other languages==
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|pt_br={{tt|Vamos Dançar|Let's Dance}}
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==External links==
*[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/anime/movie/2003/odoru.html Official website for ''Gotta Dance!''] (Japanese)

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PK07

2023-01-29T06:33:55Z

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'''Pikachu & Pichu''' (Japanese: '''ピチューとピカチュウ''' ''Pichu and Pikachu'') is the seventh [[Pikachu short]]. It debuted in Japanese theaters on July 8, 2000, and then made its way to North American theaters on April 6, 2001.

''Pikachu & Pichu'' was shown with the [[Pokémon movie]] ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]''.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

While visiting a big city with Ash, Pikachu meets the Pichu Brothers—Pichu Little, the rambunctious younger half, and Pichu Big, the reserved older half. Pikachu does its best to keep Pichu Little from falling off a building, but it ends up falling off itself! The adventures continue as Pikachu and the Pichu Brothers roll off the top of a bus, fall into a river, and then fly into the air and onto the back of a Houndour! With the angry Houndour in hot pursuit, the trio makes its way to a pile of tires that serves as a “secret fort.” All the hustle and bustle, though, sends the fort tumbling down. With the help of some Pokémon, the group works together to rebuild the fort—but Pikachu remembers that it has to get back to Ash. The Pichu Brothers whisk Pikachu away and head for the building where Ash is waiting, but will they manage to get there in time?

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} visit the [[Johto]] metropolis of [[Big Town]] complete with skyscrapers and red double decker buses. Going up in an elevator, {{AP|Pikachu}} takes the opportunity to enjoy the view and hones in on a pair of wandering {{p|Pichu}} – the [[Pichu Brothers]], who are running along a building. One of the Pichu pulls at face a Pikachu, to which Pikachu does the same back. But when Pikachu looks back the Pichu are nowhere to be seen.

The group soon reach the top floor of the building, before calling out all of their Pokémon to enjoy some relaxation time. Ash and his friends tell their Pokémon they'll be busy preparing something, though will be back by 6 o'clock and points to a nearby clock tower. The {{type|Water}} Pokémon instantly take a dip in the fountain, while {{TP|Brock|Zubat}} spreads its wings and the other run around enjoying the open space.

Pikachu climbs up a tree and then notices the same pair of Pichu again. One of the Pichu pulls its face and teases Pikachu yet again. It then starts walking onto a narrow beam and is about to fall off. Pikachu rushes into action, taking position on a precarious flagpole and calls out just in time. Pichu manages to regain its balance and returns to the safety of the building. While Pikachu manages to prevent one from falling off a building, he ends up being attacked by a flock of {{p|Murkrow}} for perching on a flagpole. Pikachu ends up hanging above the city block on a rope, which a Murkrow loosens, sending poor Pikachu flying through the air, air walking across a horde of {{p|Hoppip}} and lands on a window cleaner's bench, sending the window cleaner, {{MTR}}, slamming into a billboard. Pikachu befriends the Pichu Brothers, who he believes are helping him return to his friends, but they instead have other ideas and take him on an adventure across the city.

The trio gets into some trouble which includes rolling off the top of a bus, into a river, where they are nearly run down by a ferry, and are pursued across the city by an angry {{p|Houndour}}. They escape Houndour and find the Pichu Brother's playhouse, which appears to have been handmade by the brothers and their large number of friends from tires and scrap material. Pikachu enjoys his time with the brothers and their friends, dancing and playing around. The clock tower in the distance chimes five o'clock, leading everyone to start leaving for the day. Pikachu realizes that Ash mentioned that he and his friends would return for their {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} by six o'clock, and also tries to leave. Though Houndour appears and chases the trio, seemingly nearly toppling over the playhouse. Houndour is buried by some tires from the collapse but Pikachu and the Pichu Brothers save it. Houndour is grateful for their help, but the snap of one of the ropes alerts them to the fact that the playhouse is at risk of completely collapsing.

The playhouse leans dangerously, so Houndour arches its back to stop it from collapsing while Pikachu grabs a hold of one the ropes. The Pichu Brothers let out a loud cry, and soon their friends arrive to lend their strengths. Some grab the ropes and others form a chain and start passing tires along. Houndour and the others hold their positions while the {{p|Bellsprout}} and {{p|Spinarak}} use their vines and sticky threads, respectively, to add more pulling power. The last supporting rope finally breaks, making the playhouse lean dangerously. Houndour instinctively rushes in with a tire around its neck, which manages to stop the playhouse toppling completely. Everyone else changes tact and focus their attention on building up the tire foundations while a {{p|Magby}} uses its flames to weld sections together. Thanks to everyone's efforts, Pikachu, the Pichu Brothers and the brothers' friends straighten and rebuild the playhouse.

However, time is nearly up for Pikachu, so he and the brothers hitch a ride in a tire and race back to the building where Pikachu must meet Ash. They hit Meowth on the way, who goes flying back into his window cleaner bench. Pikachu returns to the building and bids farewell to the Pichu Brothers.

Ash, {{an|Misty}} and {{an|Brock}} arrive and lead the Pokémon into a room full of food, a tiered cake and party decorations. Ash tells Pikachu it has been a full year since [[EP001|they met]] in [[Pallet Town]], and this party is to celebrate that. Overjoyed at this celebration, Pikachu leaps into Ash's arms for a big hug. The Pokémon start eating, and Ash allows Pikachu to wear [[Ash's hat|his hat]] for the night. The [[narrator]] concludes the short by noting that Ash and the Pichu Brothers have something in common: neither will ever forget the day they first met Pikachu.

==Major events==
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} celebrate the first-year anniversary of Ash's [[Pokémon journey]].
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===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
* {{p|Pichu}} ([[Pichu Brothers]])
* {{p|Cleffa}}
* {{p|Igglybuff}}
* {{p|Magby}}
* {{p|Hitmontop}}
* {{p|Furret}}
* {{p|Chinchou}}
* {{p|Murkrow}}
* {{p|Smeargle}}
* {{p|Shuckle}}
* {{p|Smoochum}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}} (face never shown)
* {{an|Misty}} (face never shown)
* {{an|Brock}} (face never shown)
* Citizens of [[Big Town]]

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Togepi}} ({{OP|Misty|Togepi}})
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} ({{OP|Ash|Bulbasaur}})
* {{p|Chikorita}} ({{OP|Ash|Chikorita}})
* {{p|Cyndaquil}} ({{OP|Ash|Cyndaquil}})
* {{p|Totodile}} ({{OP|Ash|Totodile}})
* {{p|Noctowl}} ({{OP|Ash|Noctowl}})
* {{p|Goldeen}} ({{OP|Misty|Goldeen}})
* {{p|Staryu}} ({{OP|Misty|Staryu}})
* {{p|Psyduck}} ({{OP|Misty|Psyduck}})
* {{p|Poliwhirl}} ({{OP|Misty|Poliwhirl}})
* {{p|Onix}} ({{OP|Brock|Onix}})
* {{p|Geodude}} ({{OP|Brock|Geodude}})
* {{p|Zubat}} ({{OP|Brock|Zubat}})
* {{p|Vulpix}} ({{OP|Brock|Vulpix}})
* {{p|Pineco}} ({{OP|Brock|Pineco}})
* {{p|Pichu}} ([[Pichu Brothers]]; debut)
* {{p|Murkrow}} (multiple; debut)
* {{p|Hoppip}} (multiple)
* {{p|Chinchou}} (debut)
* {{p|Wooper}} (multiple)
* {{p|Gyarados}}
* {{p|Houndour}}
* {{p|Snorlax}}
* {{p|Cubone}}
* {{p|Hitmontop}} (debut)
* {{p|Smeargle}} (debut)
* {{p|Igglybuff}} (debut)
* {{p|Cleffa}} (debut)
* {{p|Smoochum}} (debut)
* {{p|Magby}} (debut)
* {{p|Voltorb}}
* {{p|Electrode}}
* {{p|Shuckle}} (debut)
* {{p|Spinarak}}
* {{p|Furret}} (debut)
* {{p|Sunflora}}
* {{p|Dugtrio}}
* {{p|Oddish}}
* {{p|Bellsprout}}
* {{p|Pidgey}}
* {{p|Pidgeotto}}
* {{p|Pidgeot}}
* {{p|Hoothoot}}
* {{p|Diglett}}
* {{p|Rattata}}

==Trivia==
* The Japanese [[narrator]] of this [[Pikachu short]], {{wp|Noriko Sakai}}, was arrested in 2009 and later convicted of possession and abuse of drugs. As a result, the short was [[Banned episodes|banned]] in Japan, and it hasn't seen a rerun or a release on home video or VOD in Japan since then. As such, it is the only theatrical Pikachu short to be excluded from the ''Pikachu The Movie Premium Box: 1998-2010'' DVD set.<ref>http://dogasu.bulbagarden.net/movies/pm_lord_unknown_tower_entei/lord_unknown_tower_entei_sakai_noriko.html</ref>

===Errors===
* In the English [[dub]], Voltorb says "Electrode" instead of "Voltorb" when appearing for the first time.
* In the {{pmin|Iceland}}ic sub, when {{p|Voltorb}} accidentally says {{p|Electrode}}, it is translated into Elektróða.
* In the {{pmin|Poland|Polish}} dub, the narrator refers to {{p|Murkrow}} as rooks.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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==External links==
*[http://www.pokemon.co.jp/anime/movie/2000/pika.html Official website for ''Pikachu & Pichu''] (Japanese)

==Notes and references==
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TW08

2023-01-29T05:36:25Z

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footnotes=* ''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbtybA7xT2M The Gathering of Stars]'' on [[The Pokémon Company International]]'s official English {{wp|YouTube}} channel.
* ''[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gZTN_hFuJc Festival of Stars]'' on [[The Pokémon Company]]'s official Japanese {{wp|YouTube}} channel.
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'''Pokémon: Twilight Wings—The Gathering of Stars''' (Japanese: '''「{{tt|薄明の翼|はくめいのつばさ}}」 EXPANSION ～星の祭～''' ''Twilight Wings Expansion: Festival of Stars'') is a special episode of [[Pokémon: Twilight Wings]] to commemorate the release of [[The Crown Tundra]] of the [[Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass]]. It was first released on [[The Pokémon Company]]'s official Japanese YouTube channel on November 5, 2020 and was released on [[The Pokémon Company International]]'s official English {{wp|YouTube}} channel and [[Pokémon TV]] on November 17, 2020.
{{spoilers}}


==Plot==
Soring through the sky in a [[Flying Taxi]], the {{tc|Cabbie|driver}} notes how the wind feels great. He informs his passenger, [[Leon]], that they are arriving soon, addressing him as {{pkmn|Champion}}. Leon corrects him saying that he is the former Champion now, having been defeated.

On the [[Isle of Armor]], the forests and coast are teeming with life: {{rf|Galarian}} {{p|Slowpoke}} is seen relaxing on a beach with a {{p|Wailord}} out on the ocean. [[Avery]] is insistent on a rematch and forcibly levitates his opponent to stop him escaping. [[Klara]], meanwhile, is foraging for mushrooms and is startled by what is actually an {{p|Amoonguss}}. Outside the [[Master Dojo]], {{gal|Honey}} is sweeping outside with a {{p|Squirtle}} and {{p|Bulbasaur}} helping her out before noticing someone has come to visit. It turns out to be Leon, and [[Mustard]] greets him saying that it has been a while since he last visited. Leon agrees, greeting his master.

A loud explosion stops everyone in their tracks. Though it is revealed to be a heated battle between Leon's {{p|Charizard}} and Mustard's {{p|Mienshao}}. Before Charizard unleashes its follow up attack, Mustard ends the match. Leon is impressed by his master's strength while Mustard remarks that Leon has grown stronger. Leon, however, replies that he still has much to learn. Mustard says that having a strong rival will help him become stronger and reach new heights which he looks forward to battling all out. Leon takes out an envelope and chuckles, noting that his master already knew his plans. Unbeknownst to the pair, a {{p|Kubfu}} has been watching them. Mustard asks what does Leon plans to do next. Leon explains that he is off to visit some strong Trainers, and then flies off to send out the invitation letters.

Those who receive invitations include: [[Milo]], [[Kabu]], [[Nessa]], [[Bea]], [[Allister]], [[Gordie]], [[Melony]], [[Bede]] as he performs for [[Opal]] who admits it has been some years, [[Marnie]] cheering her brother, and [[Piers]] sitting on the stage with the Maximizers. Meanwhile, [[Sonia]] looks through documents for her research when [[Hop]] comes back to enquire about his report, [[Professor Magnolia]] playing with Sonia's {{p|Yamper}}, [[Raihan]] asking to himself if a certain someone would be there too. The Flying Taxi is seen leaving [[Hammerlocke]] when the driver asks Leon where they are heading off to next, Leon chuckles before reaching for his pockets.

On a train traveling towards the [[Crown Tundra]], a person wakes up to a phone call from Leon while seeing [[Peony]] chasing after his daughter [[Peonia]]. A Galarian {{p|Moltres}} flies over the sky, a Galarian {{p|Zapdos}} running through the snowy fields, and a Galarian {{p|Articuno}} is hovering in the sky.

Various people and Pokémon are gathered outside [[Wyndon Stadium]] enjoying the festivities. Setting the tone for an impressive night of battling ahead, {{p|Cinderace}} juggles and kicks a ball of fireworks into the sky. Spectators in the stadium watch the fireworks happily while [[Sordward]] and [[Shielbert]] look on from the viewing box. The spotlight then shines on Leon who gives his speech, saying that brave challengers from all of Galar have gathered tonight and he has spent his whole life battling himself in order to become the greatest Trainer. Throughout his battles, he realized that with a proper rival to battle with, one can go much further and get stronger. After taking over the running of the Pokémon League from Chairman [[Rose]], he wants to bring even more thrilling battles to the wonderful Galar region. The Gym Leaders of Galar, Hop, Mustard, and Peony step out onto the field before Leon declares the [[Galarian Star Tournament]] open. An unknown person then walks in with Leon inviting them to have more amazing battles, leading the crowd to erupt into cheers and applause.

==Major events==
* [[Leon]] is revealed to have been defeated by {{player|a challenger}}.
* Leon reunites with his old master, [[Mustard]].
* Leon invites multiple Galar Trainers to the [[Galarian Star Tournament]].

==Characters==
===Humans===
* [[Leon]]
* [[Hop]]
* [[Bede]]
* [[Marnie]]
* [[Sonia]]
* [[Professor Magnolia]]
* [[Milo]]
* [[Nessa]]
* [[Kabu]]
* [[Bea]]
* [[Allister]]
* [[Opal]]
* [[Gordie]]
* [[Melony]]
* [[Piers]]
* [[Raihan]]
* [[Oleana]]
* [[Sordward]]
* [[Shielbert]]
* [[Mustard]]
* [[Klara]]
* [[Avery]]
* {{gal|Honey}}
* [[Peony]]
* [[Peonia]]
* [[Ball Guy]]
* {{tc|Cabbie|Taxi Drivers}}
* {{tc|Lass}} (×2)
* {{tc|Worker}}s (×2)
* {{tc|Team Yell Grunt}}s (×2)
* {{tc|Master Dojo Student}}s (×2)
* Hospital workers
* Children
* Crowd

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Charizard}} ([[Leon]]'s)
* {{p|Dubwool}} ([[Hop]]'s)
* {{p|Cramorant}} ([[Hop]]'s)
* {{p|Hatterene}} ([[Bede]]'s)
* {{p|Rapidash}} ([[Bede]]'s; {{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Gardevoir}} ([[Bede]]'s)
* {{p|Grimmsnarl}} ([[Marnie]]'s)
* {{p|Morpeko}} ([[Marnie]]'s; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Morpeko|Full Belly Mode and Hangry Mode}})
* {{p|Yamper}} ([[Sonia]]'s)
* {{p|Wooloo}} ([[Milo]]'s; ×3)
* {{p|Inteleon}} ([[Nessa]]'s)
* {{p|Centiskorch}} ([[Kabu]]'s)
* {{p|Machop}} ([[Bea]]'s)
* {{p|Gastly}} ([[Allister]]'s)
* {{p|Haunter}} ([[Allister]]'s)
* {{p|Gengar}} ([[Allister]]'s)
* {{p|Cursola}} ([[Allister]]'s)
* {{p|Shuckle}} ([[Gordie]]'s)
* {{p|Stonjourner}} ([[Gordie]]'s)
* {{p|Darmanitan}} ([[Melony]]'s; {{rf|Galarian|Form}}; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Darmanitan|Standard Mode}})
* {{p|Frosmoth}} ([[Melony]]'s)
* {{p|Flygon}} ([[Raihan]]'s)
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Raihan]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]])
* {{p|Mienshao}} ([[Mustard]]'s)
* {{p|Bulbasaur}} ({{gal|Honey}}'s)
* {{p|Squirtle}} ({{gal|Honey}}'s)
* {{p|Rotom}} ([[Peony]]'s; [[Rotom Phone]])
* {{p|Corviknight}} ([[Flying Taxi]])
* {{p|Flapple}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Appletun}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sinistea}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Polteageist}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Toxel}} (Trainers'; ×2)
* {{p|Impidimp}} (Trainers'; ×2)
* {{p|Dottler}} (Trainers'; ×2)
* {{p|Darmanitan}} (Trainer's; {{rf|Galarian|Form}} {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Darmanitan|Zen Mode}})
* {{p|Eiscue}} (Trainer's; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Eiscue|Ice Face}})
* {{p|Arctozolt}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Slowpoke}} (Trainer's; {{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Scraggy}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sableye}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mawile}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Elekid}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Magby}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Toxtricity}} (×2; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Toxtricity|Amped Form and Low Key Form}}; Maximizers)
* {{p|Obstagoon}} (Maximizers)
* {{p|Rillaboom}} (Maximizers)
* {{p|Wingull}} (×2)
* {{p|Wailord}}
* {{p|Diglett}} ({{rf|Alolan|Form}})
* {{p|Slowpoke}} ({{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Applin}}
* {{p|Amoonguss}}
* {{p|Lycanroc}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Lycanroc|Midday Form}})
* {{p|Krookodile}}
* {{p|Kubfu}}
* {{p|Eldegoss}} (×3)
* {{p|Tyrantrum}} (silhouette)
* {{p|Aurorus}} (silhouette)
* {{p|Kabutops}} (silhouette)
* {{p|Moltres}} ({{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Zapdos}} ({{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Articuno}} ({{rf|Galarian|Form}})
* {{p|Slurpuff}}
* {{p|Swirlix}}
* {{p|Nickit}}
* {{p|Carkol}}
* {{p|Raboot}}
* {{p|Cinderace}}
* {{p|Stufful}}
* {{p|Copperajah}}
* {{p|Perrserker}}
* {{p|Garbodor}}
* {{p|Cobalion}} (image)
* {{p|Terrakion}} (image)
* {{p|Virizion}} (image)

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

==In other languages==
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Mannes

2023-01-28T23:14:23Z

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{{CharInfobox
|color={{steel color}}
|corecolor={{steel color light}}
|bordercolor={{steel color dark}}
|name=Mannes
|jname=モーモント
|tmname=Momont
|slogan=no
|image=Mannes M14.png
|size=185px
|caption=Mannes
|gender=Male
|hometown=[[Eindoak Town]]
|region=[[Unova]]
|anime=yes
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|enva=[[David Brimmer|Michael Alston Baley]]
|java=[[Kōichi Yamadera]]
}}

'''Mannes''' (Japanese: '''モーモント''' ''Momont'') is a major character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. He is the mayor of [[Eindoak Town]] and a descendant of the People of the Vale. Mannes also owns and operates a farm estate in town.

==In the movies==
Mannes first appeared during the [[Eindoak Harvest Festival]] battle tournament, announcing the tournament's rules and officially kicking off the tournament with a speech and musical performance thanks to his Pokémon-operated instrument.

Later, he revealed that he is a descendant of the People of the Vale, and taught {{Ash}}, {{an|Iris}}, and {{an|Cilan}} the history of Eindoak Town, and the history of the [[Kingdom of the Vale]] and how it all connects to {{OBP|Victini|M14}}. Ash and his friends enjoy their time on Mannes' farm estate, where they watch Victini and their Pokémon play with the oother wild Pokémon. He, along with the other descendants, agreed to allow [[Damon]] to move the [[Sword of the Vale]] in the hope of restoring the ancient kingdom to its former glory. Mannes had been supporting Damon's efforts in locating the other descendants from other parts of the world, and was a big advocate of the plan.

Once the Sword began its journey, Mannes followed after it in his {{p|Klinklang}}-powered helicopter and realized the [[Dragon Force]] has been disturbed and was destroying the landscape. He then goes to the Sword of the Vale as it's flying through the sky and informs everyone of the turn of events. He then helps [[Juanita]], [[Carlita]], Cilan, and Iris evacuate the castle and tries to stop Damon after realizing the unintended and destructive consequences of the plan to resurrect the ancient kingdom.

After the Sword of the Vale was relocated, Mannes helped the other descendants in rebuilding and replenishing the Kingdom of the Vale and landscape.

===Character===
Mannes is a jovial and light-hearted individual that can easily bring people together. He enjoys the responsibility of his role as mayor and is well-versed in the history of his ancestors, the People of the Vale.

===Pokémon===
{{MissingInfo|1|java}}
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Mannes
|pkmn=Klink
|type1=Steel
|img=Mannes Klink.png
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|desc={{p|Klink}} appeared as one of Mannes' Pokémon in the Eindoak Town festival.

None of Klink's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Mannes
|pkmn=Klang
|type1=Steel
|img=Mannes Klang.png
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|desc={{p|Klang}} appeared as one of Mannes' Pokémon in the Eindoak Town festival. Later, it helped power his helicopter.

None of Klang's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Mannes
|pkmn=Klinklang
|type1=Steel
|img=Mannes Klinklang.png
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|desc={{p|Klinklang}} appeared as one of Mannes' Pokémon in the Eindoak Town festival. Later, it helped power his helicopter.

None of Klinklang's moves are known.}}

===Artwork===
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|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{steel color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Mannes anime.png|200px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of Mannes
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{white color}}|bordercolor={{black color}}
|ja=山寺宏一 ''[[Kōichi Yamadera]]''
|en=[[David Brimmer|Michael Alston Baley]]
|it=Stefano Albertini
|da=Peter Zhelder
|fi=Mikael Eklund
|es_la=Jorge Roig
|es_eu=Juan Perucho
|pl=Piotr Bąk}}

==In the manga==
Mannes appears in {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom}}, a manga adaptation of the movie where he serves as mayor in Eindoak Town, similar to the movie. However, his Klink, Klang and Klinklang are not present in this manga.

==Names==
{| style="float:left; background: #{{steel color light}}; {{roundy}}; border: 3px solid #{{steel color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Japanese
| モーモント ''Momont''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, Italian, Spanish
| Mannes
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 모르몽 ''Mormong''
| Similar to his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 莫孟多 ''Mòmèngduō''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

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Juanita

2023-01-28T23:01:47Z

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{{CharInfobox|
color={{ground color}} |
corecolor={{ground color light}} |
bordercolor={{ghost color dark}} |
name=Juanita|
jname=ジャンタ |
tmname=Janta |
image=Juanita M14.png |
size=165px |
caption=Juanita|
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Eindoak Town]] |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=[[Damon]] (son), [[Carlita]] (daughter)|
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram|
enva=[[Khristine Hvam]]|
java=Mao Daichi|
}}

'''Juanita''' (Japanese: '''ジャンタ''' ''Janta'') is a character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. She is the mother of [[Damon]] and [[Carlita]], as well as a descendant of the People of the Vale.

==In the movies==
{{spoilers}}
Juanita owns a souvenir shop in [[Eindoak Town]] that she operates with the assistance of her {{p|Golurk}}, selling various Victini-related goods during the [[Eindoak Harvest Festival]].
[[File:Younger Damon.png|thumb|220px|left|Juanita and her young son]]
Years prior to the events of the movies, Juanita and her son Damon traveled to the ruined site where the [[Kingdom of the Vale]] once stood. Expressing a wish for the People of the Vale to be able to again live there, Juanita instilled the dream that would drive Damon's actions years later. In the present, when Damon explained his goals to his family, Juanita and Carlita supported him, along with Eindoak Town's mayor [[Mannes]]. However, they soon realized how far he was willing to go to accomplish the resurrection of the Kingdom of the Vale, including harming Victini and destroying the land because of the released [[Dragon Force]]. Juanita made a desperate bid to stop her son, sending Golurk to fight Damon's {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}} or {{OBP|Zekrom|M14}}. Her efforts failed, but before Reshiram or Zekrom could deliver a finishing blow to Golurk, the other dragon appears under the control of {{Ash}} intervened. Later, when the [[Sword of the Vale]] castle began flying out of control, Juanita evacuated on Mannes's helicopter and sent her Golurk to save Damon from falling to his death.

She is last seen once the Sword of the Vale is set down in a new location, encouraging Damon to fulfill their shared dream by aiding in the construction of a new Kingdom of the Vale there.

Juanita made a cameo appearance in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', which is set in a timeline separate from the main series. She was seen with her Golurk in Eindoak Town.

===Character===
Juanita is warm and gentle-natured. She is well-versed in the history and legends surrounding her ancestors, the People of the Vale, instilling such traditions and stories in her own children from a young age.

===Pokémon===
{{MissingInfo|2|java|enva}}
{{TrainerPoké
|main=no
|trainer=Juanita
|pkmn=Golurk {{shinystar}}
|type1=Ground
|type2=Ghost
|img=Juanita Golurk White.png
|img2=Juanita Golurk Black.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram

|vaen=
|desc=Juanita's {{p|Golurk}} acts as her assistant and partner at her souvenir shop. Later in the film, she used it to try to stop Damon from accidentally destroying the planet in his quest to restore the Kingdom of the Vale.

In ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'', Golurk is {{Shiny}}. In ''White—Victini and Zekrom'', it is normal-colored.

The normal-colored Golurk briefly reappeared in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', which is set in a timeline separate from the main series.

Golurk's known moves are {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Gyro Ball}}{{tt|*|Black version only}}.}}

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color}}; background: #{{ground color}};"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{ghost color light}}; background: #{{ground color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Juanita anime.png|200px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of Juanita
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{ground color light}}|bordercolor={{ghost color}}
|ja=大地真央 ''Mao Daichi''
|en=[[Khristine Hvam]]
|da=Jette Sophie Sievertsen
|fi=Ella Pyhältö
|ko=윤승희 ''Yun Seunghui''
|no=Katrine Blomstrand
|es_la=Laura Ayala
|es_eu=María Antonia Rodríguez
|pt_br=Denise Reis
|pl=Anna Apostolakis-Gluzińska}}

==In the manga==
Juanita appears in a {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom|manga adaptation of the fourteenth movie}} where she sends out Golurk to stop {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}}. She also plays a similar role from the movie.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Juanita
|pkmn=Golurk
|type1=Ground
|type2=Ghost
|img=Juanita Golurk M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc=Juanita sent out {{p|Golurk}} to stop Reshiram when Damon told it to stall the protagonists while he took control of the [[Kingdom of the Vale]]. Golurk tried its best with Reshiram but Reshiram was too powerful after it got hit badly by the dragon's attack.

Golurk's only known move is {{m|Hyper Beam}}.}}

==In the games==
A {{p|Golurk}} based on Juanita's {{Shiny}} Golurk was distributed to the Japanese players of {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon White}} at [[Nintendo Zone]]s in Japan starting on June 17, 2011, then were also distributed over Wi-Fi starting on July 8, 2011. Both the Nintendo Zone and the Wi-Fi distributions ended on September 8, 2011. It was also distributed to the Korean players of Pokémon White over Wi-Fi from November 3, 2011 to January 31, 2012.

{{G5event|
ball=Cherish|
pokemon=Golurk|
nick=ゴルーグ|
level=70|
game=5b|
ndex=623 s|
dexno=623|
shiny=yes|
types=2|
typea=Ground|
typeb=Ghost|
otcolor=red|
ot=ジャンタ|
id=06171|
ability1=Iron Fist|
nature=Random|
encounter=fateful|
met=Pokémon Movie 11|
type1=Ghost|move1=Shadow Punch|
type2=Normal|move2=Hyper Beam|
type3=Steel|move3=Gyro Ball|
type4=Fighting|move4=Hammer Arm|
ribbon=Wishing|
datedis=June 17 to September 8, 2011|
country=Japan and Wi-Fi|
white=yes}}

==Names==
{| style="float:left; background: #{{ground color}}; {{roundy|10px}}; border: 3px solid #{{ghost color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Japanese
| ジャンタ ''Janta''
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, Italian, Spanish
| Juanita
|
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 姜塔 ''Jiāngtǎ''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 잔타 ''Janta''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

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Leeku

2023-01-28T22:53:23Z

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{{CharInfobox|
color={{water color}} |
corecolor={{water color light}} |
bordercolor={{water color dark}} |
name=Leeku |
jname=リーク |
tmname=Leeku |
slogan=no |
image=Leeku M14.png |
size=250px|
caption=|
gender=Male |
colors=yes|
hair=Blue|
eyes=Brown|
hometown=Unknown |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=Unknown|
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Trainer}}|
game=no |
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram |
enva=[[Tom Wayland]]|
java=[[Misato Fukuen]]|
}}

'''Leeku''' (Japanese: '''リーク''' ''Leeku'') is a [[Pokémon Trainer]] and a minor character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']].

==In the movies==
Leeku was a participant in a tournament held in [[Eindoak Town]]. He battled {{Ash}}'s {{AP|Tepig}} in the tournament with his {{p|Samurott}}. Despite nearly defeating the Fire Pig Pokémon, Leeku lost the battle when Tepig managed to defeat Samurott with a {{OBP|Victini|M14}}-powered {{m|Ember}}, eliminating him from the tournament.
{{-}}
===Pokémon===
{{MissingInfo|1|java}}
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Leeku
|pkmn=Samurott
|type1=Water
|img=Leeku Samurott.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vaen=Lisa Ortiz
|desc=Leeku's only known Pokémon is a {{p|Samurott}}. Samurott was used to battle [[Ash's Tepig]] in a tournament but was defeated after {{p|Tepig}} was given extra strength by {{p|Victini}}.

Samurott's only known move is {{m|Razor Shell}}.}}

===Pokémon competitions===
Leeku has competed in the following {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}:
* [[Eindoak Harvest Festival|Eindoak Harvest Festival Battle Competition]] - Unknown (''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom, Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'')

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{water color dark}}; background: #{{water color}};"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{water color dark}}; background: #{{water color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Mako Tatsuki Leeku anime.png|250px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of {{mov|Mako|3=14}}, [[Tatsuki]], and Leeku
|}

==In the manga==
Leeku appears in {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom}} where he plays the same role as he did in the movie.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Leeku
|pkmn=Samurott
|type1=Water
|img=Leeku Samurott M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc=Leeku sent out {{p|Samurott}} against [[Ash's Tepig]] in a tournament held in Eindoak Town. Samurott had the double advantage due to type and being fully evolved. However, Tepig managed to defeat it after getting powered up by Victini.

Samurott's only known move is {{m|Razor Shell}}.}}
{{-}}
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Mako (M14)

2023-01-28T22:52:16Z

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{{translated title|rom}}
{{CharInfobox|
color={{grass color}} |
corecolor={{grass color light}} |
bordercolor={{grass color dark}} |
name=Mako |
jname=マコ |
tmname=Mako |
slogan=no |
image=Mako M14.png |
size=220px |
caption=Mako|
gender=Female |
colors=yes|
hair=Blonde|
eyes=Blue|
hometown=Unknown |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=Unknown|
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Trainer}}|
game=no |
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram |
java=None|
enva=None|
}}

(Japanese: '''マコ''' ''Mako'') is a [[Pokémon Trainer]] and a minor character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']].

==In the movies==
She battled {{Ash}} in a tournament in [[Eindoak Town]] with her {{p|Serperior}}. Eventually, [[Ash's Pikachu]] managed to defeat Serperior, causing her to be eliminated from the tournament.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Mako
|width=72
|pkmn=Serperior
|type1=Grass
|img=Mako Serperior.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|desc=Mako's only known Pokémon is a {{p|Serperior}} which she used to battle [[Ash's Pikachu]] in the Eindoak Town tournament. Although Serperior was very quick and agile, it couldn't contend with Pikachu's speed and was knocked out with {{m|Electro Ball}}.

Serperior's known moves are {{m|Vine Whip}} and {{m|Energy Ball}}.}}

===Pokémon competitions===
Mako has competed in the following {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}:
* [[Eindoak Harvest Festival|Eindoak Harvest Festival Battle Competition]] - Unknown (''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom, Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'')

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color}};"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Mako Tatsuki Leeku anime.png|250px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of Mako, [[Tatsuki]], and [[Leeku]]
|}

==In the manga==
Mako appears in the {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom|manga adaptation}} of the movie, where she participates in a tournament held in Eindoak Town.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Mako
|pkmn=Serperior
|type1=Grass
|img=Mako Serperior M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Serperior}} is the only known Pokémon that Mako has with her. She sent it out against Ash's Pikachu and lost.}}
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Tatsuki

2023-01-28T22:50:39Z

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{{translated title|rom}}
{{CharInfobox|
color={{fire color}} |
corecolor={{fire color light}} |
bordercolor={{fighting color dark}} |
name=Tatsuki |
jname=タツキ |
tmname=Tatsuki |
slogan=no |
image=Tatsuki M14.png |
size=185px|
caption=Tatsuki|
gender=Male |
colors=yes|
hair=Brown|
eyes=Brown|
hometown=Unknown |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=Unknown|
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{pkmn|Trainer}}|
game=no |
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram|
java=None|
enva=None|
}}

(Japanese: '''タツキ''' ''Tatsuki'') is a [[Pokémon Trainer]] and a minor character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']].

==In the movies==
He battled [[Iris's Emolga]] in a tournament in [[Eindoak Harvest Festival]] battle competition with his {{p|Emboar}}. Due to Emolga using {{m|Volt Switch}} to replace herself with [[Iris's Excadrill]], Iris was disqualified from the tournament and Tatsuki was allowed to continue battling. Next, he went to battle {{Ash}} where he faced his {{AP|Oshawott}}, and his Emboar was defeated by a powerful {{m|Aqua Jet}}.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tatsuki
|width=72
|pkmn=Emboar
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Tatsuki Emboar.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|desc=Tatsuki's only known Pokémon is an {{p|Emboar}} which he used to battle in the Eindoak Town tournament. At first, it went up against [[Iris's Emolga]] and found itself unable to keep up with the small Pokémon. However, Emolga's disobedience ended up winning the match for Tatsuki when she used {{m|Volt Switch}} to call out {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}}, causing Iris to be instantly disqualified.

Next, Emboar was sent up against [[Ash's Oshawott]]. However, once again Emboar's poor speed was an issue and it was knocked out thanks to Oshawott's recently-mastered {{m|Aqua Jet}}, eliminating Tatsuki from the tournament.

Emboar's known moves are {{m|Flamethrower}} and {{m|Flare Blitz}}.}}

===Pokémon competitions===
Tatsuki has competed in the following {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}:
* [[Eindoak Harvest Festival|Eindoak Harvest Festival Battle Competition]] - {{tt|Unknown|Won 1 amulet}} (''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom, Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'')

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fire color dark}}; background: #{{fire color}};"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fire color dark}}; background: #{{fire color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Mako Tatsuki Leeku anime.png|250px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of {{mov|Mako|3=14}}, Tatsuki, and [[Leeku]]
|}

==In the manga==
Tatsuki appears in the {{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom|manga adaptation}} of the fourteenth movie. He is only seen battling {{Ash}}. Tatsuki sends out Emboar against [[Ash's Oshawott]] and was knocked out by an {{m|Aqua Jet}}.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Tatsuki
|pkmn=Emboar
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Tatsuki Emboar M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Emboar}} is Tatsuki's only known Pokémon. He sent it out against {{AP|Oshawott}} when he was in a tournament held in Eindoak Town. Due to Emboar having problems with its speed, it was taken out by Oshawott's {{m|Aqua Jet}}.

None of Emboar's moves are known.}}

==Trivia==
* Tatsuki is the only Trainer with a fully evolved Unova starter in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']] to have battled another Trainer other than Ash and won at least one battle in the tournament onscreen.
** However, he only won when {{TP|Iris|Emolga}} caused {{an|Iris}} to be disqualified due to {{m|Volt Switch}}'s effect of switching out.
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Carlita

2023-01-28T22:46:16Z

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{{CharInfobox|
color={{dark color}} |
corecolor={{dragon color light}} |
bordercolor={{dark color dark}} |
name=Carlita|
jname=カリータ |
tmname=Karita |
image=Carlita M14.png |
size=185px |
caption=Carlita|
gender=Female |
hometown=[[Eindoak Town]] |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=[[Damon]] (brother), [[Juanita]] (mother) |
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram|
enva=Leah Clark|
java=Satomi Ishihara|
}}

'''Carlita''' (Japanese: '''カリータ''' ''Karita'') is a character who appeared in [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. She is the daughter of [[Juanita]] and her older brother is [[Damon]]. Carlita is also a descendant of the People of the Vale.

==In the movies==
Carlita participated in the [[Eindoak Harvest Festival]] battle tournament in [[Eindoak Town]]. She defeated [[Cilan's Pansage]] but lost to {{Ash}} and his {{AP|Scraggy}}, which received a power boost thanks to {{OBP|Victini|M14}}.

Seeing that Victini was following Ash, Carlita explains to Ash that Victini is the Victory Pokémon and said to have mysterious powers. She accompanies Ash and {{ashfr}} throughout town, showing them around and visiting [[Mannes]] farm estate where Victini comes out of hiding and plays with everyone. the [[Sword of the Vale]].

Soon, her older brother [[Damon]] has returned home and announces that he is ready to put his plan into motion - restore the [[Kingdom of the Vale]] to its former glory. With the assistance of Victini's powers, the Eindoak Castle, also known as the [[Sword of the Vale]], is transformed into an ancient mechanism once again and begins to fly to its new location. Juanita and Carlita are horrified by Damon's actions, seeing that his desire is in fact hurting Victini. They work with Ash, his friends and Mannes to stop Damon and protect Victini. Later, Carlita helped battle her brother, using Hydreigon to help {{an|Iris}} escape from the Sword of the Vale. Carlita efforts alongside the others help stop the destruction of the released [[Dragon Force]] energy, Victini is safe and Sword of the Vale lands in a new location.

Later, Carlita and the other People of the Vale are helping to re-establish and replenish the land that will become the new Kingdom of the Vale.

===Character===
Carlita is quick-witted and fiery in battle. She is otherwise kind and well-versed in her People of the Vale heritage.

===Pokémon===
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{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Carlita
|pkmn=Hydreigon {{shinystar}}
|type1=Dark
|type2=Dragon
|img=Carlita Hydreigon Black.png
|img2=Carlita Hydreigon White.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=Carlita used her Hydreigon in her battle against [[Cilan's Pansage]] in the Harvest Battle Tournament. It managed to defeat him with one powerful Dragon Breath. Upon seeing how powerful [[Ash's Tepig]] had performed in the [[Eindoak Town]] Harvest Festival Tournament, Carlita suspected that Tepig had been unknowingly powered up by {{p|Victini}} and requested a battle against him. Ash agreed, and used {{AP|Scraggy}} to battle Carlita's {{p|Hydreigon}}. Although Hydreigon should have easily outmatched Scraggy due to the fact he was relatively young and inexperienced, another power-up by Victini allowed Scraggy to defeat Hydreigon with a single {{m|Headbutt}}. Carlita later used Hydreigon to help her and {{an|Iris}} (who had admired Hydreigon due to it being a {{type|Dragon}}) escape the collapsing castle.

In ''Victini and Zekrom'', Hydreigon is {{Shiny}}. In ''Victini and Reshiram'', it is normal colored.

Hydreigon's only known move is {{m|Dragon Breath}}.}}

===Pokémon competitions===
Carlita has competed in the following {{cat|Pokémon competitions}}:
* [[Eindoak Harvest Festival|Eindoak Harvest Festival Battle Competition]] - {{tt|Unknown|Won 1 amulet}} (''[[M14|Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom, Black—Victini and Reshiram]]'')

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dragon color}}; background: #{{dark color}}"
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dragon color light}}; background: #{{dark color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Carlita anime.png|200px]]
|-
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of Carlita
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{dark color light}}|bordercolor={{dragon color}}
|ja=石原さとみ ''Satomi Ishihara''
|en=Leah Clark
|it=Ludovica De Caro
|da=Annevig Schelde Ebbe
|fi=Taru Tikkanen
|ko=안영미 ''An Yeongmi''
|no=Emilie Christensen
|es_eu=Cristina Yuste
|es_la=Monserrat Mendoza
|pt_br=Tarsila Amorim
|pl=Julia Chatys}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Carlita M14 manga.png|thumb|150px|Carlita in the manga]]
Carlita first appears after Ash has beaten all Trainers except her in the Eindoak Town Harvest Festival Tournament. She asks Ash if he wants to battle her which Ash agrees. Later, she helps out the protagonists in stopping Damon from controlling the Castle of the Vale.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|width=80
|trainer=Carlita
|pkmn=Hydreigon
|type1=Dark
|type2=Dragon
|img=Carlita Hydreigon M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Hydreigon}} was Carlita's choice in the Eindoak Town Harvest Festival Tournament. It went up against [[Ash's Scraggy]] and was proven to be stronger as it was a fully evolved Pokémon. However, Hydreigon was subdued by Scraggy's {{m|Headbutt}} after Scraggy got a power up from Victini.

Hydreigon's only known move is {{m|Dragon Pulse}}.}}

==In the games==
A {{p|Hydreigon}} based on Carlita's {{Shiny}} Hydreigon was distributed to the Japanese players of {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black}} at [[Nintendo Zone]]s in Japan starting on June 17, 2011, then were also distributed over Wi-Fi starting on July 8, 2011. Both the Nintendo Zone and the Wi-Fi distributions ended on September 8, 2011. It was also distributed to the Korean players of Pokémon Black over Wi-Fi from November 3, 2011 to January 31, 2012.

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==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{dark color}}; border: 3px solid #{{dragon color}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| カリータ ''Karita''
|
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, Italian
| Carlita
| Similar to Karita
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Latin American Spanish
| Carla
| Carlita is used as her nickname. Carlita is the {{wp|Diminutive#Spanish|diminutive}} of Carla.
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 卡莉塔 ''Kǎlìtǎ''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 카리타 ''Carlita''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| คาร์ลิตา ''Carlita''
| Transliteration of her Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

{{Moviecharacters}} 
{{Project Anime notice|mov}}

[[Category:Trainers with Shiny Pokémon]]

[[de:Carlita]]
[[es:Carlita]]
[[fr:Carlita]]
[[it:Carlita]]
[[ja:カリータ]]

Damon

2023-01-28T22:26:15Z

PardescanSlowbro:

{{CharInfobox|
text=White|
color={{Black color}} |
corecolor={{White color light}} |
bordercolor={{Black color dark}} |
name=Damon|
jname=ドレッド・グランギル |
tmname=Dred Grangil |
image=Damon M14.png |
size=125px |
caption=Damon's main outfit |
gender=Male |
hometown=[[Eindoak Town]] |
region=[[Unova]] |
relatives=[[Carlita]] (sister), [[Juanita]] (mother)|
anime=yes |
epnum=M14 |
epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram|
enva=[[J. Michael Tatum]]|
java=[[Takeshi Tsuruno]] [[Chiaki Takahashi]] (child)|
}}
{{spoilers}}
'''Damon''' (Japanese: '''ドレッド・グランギル''' ''Dred Grangil'') is the main antagonist of [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']]. He is the son of [[Juanita]] and the older brother of [[Carlita]].

He is a descendant of the People of the Vale and wishes to restore [[Kingdom of the Vale|his people's kingdom]] to its former glory. To this end, he has gathered allies among other modern-day People of the Vale and is in pursuit of {{p|Victini}}, hoping to use it to reactivate the [[Sword of the Vale]], the ancient castle at the center of [[Eindoak Town]].

Depending upon the version of the film being viewed, aspects about Damon change. In ''Victini and Zekrom'', he owns a {{p|Reuniclus}}, while in ''Victini and Reshiram'', he has a {{p|Gothitelle}}. This mirrors the games, in which Reuniclus, along with its evolutionary relatives, are only available in Pokémon White Version, while Gothitelle, along with its evolutionary relatives, are only available in Pokémon Black Version.

==In the movies==
Three years prior to the events of the movies, Damon traveled from [[Eindoak Town]] to communities of other descendants of the People of the Vale, hoping to garner support for his goal to revive the [[Kingdom of the Vale]]; he was soundly rejected at every turn. This dream had been instilled in Damon at an early age when he traveled to the ruined site of the Kingdom of the Vale with his mother [[Juanita]], where she voiced her own desire for the idea of repopulating the area.

Sometime after that, Damon managed to convince the mayor of Eindoak Town, [[Mannes]], to support his plans. The two of them were hiking in the caves beneath the Sword of the Vale when, inexplicably, Damon found himself on a path Mannes could not follow. Continuing on alone, Damon discovered the [[Dragon Stones|Dragon Stone]] containing either {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}} or {{OBP|Zekrom|M14}}, and after revealing his goals to the dragon, became its ally. With the power of Reshiram or Zekrom on his side, Damon went back to the communities he'd visited before, and now was able to gain the support of the people in those towns.
[[File:Younger Damon.png|thumb|220px|left|Younger Damon with his mother]]
After returning to Eindoak Town, Damon met up with Mannes again, as well as Juanita, his younger sister [[Carlita]], and {{Ash}} as well as {{ashfr}}. In a private meeting with his family and the town's mayor, Damon revealed his plans—borrow the power of {{OBP|Victini|M14}} and use it to pilot the Sword of the Vale back to the Kingdom of the Vale, where the rebuilding of the ancient kingdom will become possible.

Later, Damon dons new clothing and begins to awaken the castle using his {{p|Sigilyph}}, activating the Protecting Pillars surrounding it. With Sigilyph's power, he contracts the barrier of the Protecting Pillars to force Victini into the castle, then traps it in a device that funnels its power into the Sword of the Vale itself. The castle begins to ascend, all according to Damon's plans, but he is soon confronted by Ash, Iris, Cilan, Juanita and Carlita, who all see the torture and pain he is inflicting on Victini. Even Juanita is horrified - stunning Damon - and sends out her {{p|Golurk}} to make a desperate bid to stop Reshiram or Zekrom, but fails. Everyone else, meanwhile, is held in check by Damon's {{p|Reuniclus}} or {{p|Gothitelle}}.
[[File:Damon civilian outfit.png|thumb|220px|Damon in his civilian outfit]]
After seeing a vision of the [[King of the People of the Vale]] warning Victini to never let the castle be moved again, lest the destructive "[[Dragon Force]]" it plugs be unleashed again - exactly what is happening outside of the view of Damon and his dragon - Ash manages to discover and ally himself with the opposing dragon. The two fight each other viciously until Ash's dragon begins to gain the upper hand, at which point they both fly beneath the clouds and discover the chaos Damon's actions have begun causing. The released Dragon Force energy is destroying the everything in sight.

At this point Ash manages to stop Reuniclus or Gothitelle, but cannot break through the machine to reach Victini. Damon's dragon soon arrives and destroys the machine, freeing Victini, then both Reshiram and Zekrom blow away the clouds so Damon can see the consequences of his actions. Remorseful and desperate, Damon asks the dragons to help him stop the damage, so they begin directing the Dragon Force back up into the Sword of the Vale itself. While Carlita and Iris evacuate on her {{p|Hydreigon}} and Cilan and Juanita board Mannes's helicopter, Ash refuses to leave unless Victini can be freed, and Damon intends to stay until the damage is repaired.

The castle, however, begins to go into overdrive and launch higher into the atmosphere. At the chaotic speed the castle is flying, Damon is thrown off the side of a balcony, though he is saved just in time by Juanita's Golurk and returns to try to rescue Ash. He is powerless until Victini uses {{m|V-create}} to destroy the Protecting Pillars once and for all, at which point he reenters the castle and manages to give Ash a blanket.

After the castle is guided back down and landed at the point where the chaotic Dragon Force was flowing from, Damon collapses, overwhelmed with guilt for his actions. He is reprimanded by Juanita, who tells him that they have a lot of work to do if they are to rebuild the Kingdom of the Vale, and Damon cheers up. He is last seen with his family and others beginning the work of rebuilding in the new location of the castle.

===Character===
Damon fights passionately for his beliefs, even when others tell him to give up. This desire allows him to command Reshiram and Zekrom, as he seeks the true path to restore his people's kingdom (which resonates with Reshiram) and he has a strong commitment to his ideals (which resonates with Zekrom).

However, the strength of Damon's beliefs also make him dangerously obsessive and single-minded in the pursuit of his goals, to the point of attacking his own mother when she turns against him. Despite this, he never allows his noble intentions to be clouded by selfishness or a lust for power - most of his "evil" actions are due to him being blinded by his obsession to restore the Kingdom of the Vale. If Damon discovers the negative consequences of his actions (as he does in the movies' climax), he becomes intensely apologetic and acts with equal desperation to undo what he has done.

===Pokémon===
{{MissingInfo|1|java}}
====On hand====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Reuniclus
|type1=Psychic
|img=Damon Reuniclus.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|vajp=Chinami Nishimura
|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc={{p|Reuniclus}} appears as Damon's partner in ''[[M14|White—Victini and Zekrom]]''. It travels through the wilderness with him.

Reuniclus's known moves are {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Psywave}}, and {{m|Shadow Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Gothitelle
|type1=Psychic
|img=Damon Gothitelle.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vaen=Emily Jenness
|desc={{p|Gothitelle}} appears as Damon's partner in ''[[M14|Black—Victini and Reshiram]]''. It travels through the snowy tundras with him.

Gothitelle's known moves are {{m|Confusion}}, {{m|Psybeam}}, and {{m|Energy Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Sigilyph
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|img=Damon Sigilyph.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc={{p|Sigilyph}} is a Pokémon owned by Damon. It is used to rearrange the Protecting Pillars surrounding the castle, trapping Victini inside. Later, it also helps focus Victini's power into the {{p|Solosis}} and {{p|Duosion}} powering the castle. It remains there for the duration of the movie, only breaking free when the corrupted [[Dragon Force]] shocks it out of the mechanism. It is last seen helping Damon guide the castle back down.

Sigilyph's only known move is {{m|Psychic}}.}}

====Temporary====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Reshiram (M14)
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Reshiram
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fire
|img=Damon Reshiram.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Shosuke Tanihara
|vaen=Marc Thompson
|desc=Prior to the events of ''Pokémon the Movie: White—Victini and Zekrom'', Damon discovered {{p|Reshiram}} during his quest for the truth of how to resurrect the glory of the People of the Vale. Compelled by the strong powers of truth in Damon, Reshiram joined him and became his loyal partner.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Zekrom (M14)
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Zekrom
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Electric
|img=Damon Zekrom.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Hideki Takahashi
|vaen=Marc Thompson
|desc=Prior to the events of ''Pokémon the Movie: Black—Victini and Reshiram'', Damon discovered {{p|Zekrom}} during his quest for his ideals for the People of the Vale. Compelled by the strength of Damon's ideals, Zekrom joined as his loyal partner.}}

====Borrowed====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=no
|trainer=Juanita
|pkmn=Golurk {{shinystar}}
|type1=Ground
|type2=Ghost
|img=Damon Juanita Golurk Black.png
|img2=Damon Juanita Golurk White.png
|epnum=M14
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom Black—Victini and Reshiram
|vaen=Tom Wayland
|desc=During the climax of the films' plot, Damon is thrown from the Sword of the Vale but saved from certain death by [[Juanita]]'s {{p|Golurk}}. He then commands it during his attempts to rescue {{Ash}} by destroying the Pillars of Protection around the castle. Later, it helps {{OBP|Reshiram|M14}} and {{OBP|Zekrom|M14}} guide the Sword of the Vale downward to the point where the castle can stop the flow of the Dragon Force.

In ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'', Golurk is {{Shiny}}. In ''White—Victini and Zekrom'', it is normal colored.

Golurk's known moves are {{m|Fly}}, {{m|Hyper Beam}}, and {{m|Gyro Ball}}{{tt|*|Black version only}}.}}

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color dark}}; background: #{{white color}}"
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color}}; background: #{{white color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Damon M14 White.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color}}; background: #{{white color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Damon M14 Black.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{black color}}; background: #{{white color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Sugimori Damon anime.png|200px]]
|-
|Damon's desert-traveling outfit
|Damon's tundra-traveling outfit
| [[Ken Sugimori]]'s design of Damon
|}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{white color}}|bordercolor={{black color}}
|ja=つるの剛士 ''[[Takeshi Tsuruno]]'' たかはし智秋 ''[[Chiaki Takahashi]]'' (child)
|en=J. Michael Tatum
|it=Paolo De Santis
|ko=신용우 ''Shin Yeongu''
|da=Søren Vejby
|fi=Tuukka Leppänen Petrus Kähkönen (child)
|pl=Kamil Kula
|pt_br=Élcio Sodré
|es_la=Christian Strempler Alan García (child)
|es_eu=David Robles}}

==In the manga==
===In the White-Victini and Zekrom manga===
Damon appears in the manga adaptation of ''{{ma|White—Victini and Zekrom}}'' in an identical role to his role in the movie.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Reshiram (M14)
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Reshiram
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fire
|img=Damon Reshiram M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Reshiram}} is briefly seen at the beginning of the first chapter, being summoned by Damon in a far-off village of the People of the Vale. Sometime prior to the story, Damon discovered the "[[Dragon Stones|Dragon Stone]]" containing Reshiram's power and bonded with it. Later, Reshiram fights [[Juanita]]'s {{p|Golurk}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=no
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Sigilyph
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Flying
|img=Damon Sigilyph M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Sigilyph}} is seen in the first chapter. Damon uses its powers to rearrange the Protecting Pillars sealing Victini in Eindoak Town, intending to trap it near the Sword of the Vale.

None of Sigilyph's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=no
|trainer=Damon
|pkmn=Reuniclus
|type1=Psychic
|img=Damon Reuniclus M14 manga.png
|epnum=White—Victini and Zekrom (manga)
|epname=White—Victini and Zekrom
|desc={{p|Reuniclus}} first appears in the second chapter. It assists Damon in powering up the Sword of the Vale and fighting off his opponents.

Reuniclus's only known move is {{m|Psychic}}.}}

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{white color}}; border: 3px solid #{{black color}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 드레드 ''Dread''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese (Taiwan)
| 德雷多 ''Déléiduō''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Деймон ''Deymon''
| From English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| เดร็ด ''Dread''
| Transliteration of his Japanese name
|}{{-}}

{{Moviecharacters}} 
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[[Category:Psychic-type Trainers]]
[[Category:Trainers with Legendary Pokémon]]
[[Category:Manga characters]]

[[de:Damon]]
[[es:Damon]]
[[fr:Damon]]
[[it:Damon (F14)]]
[[ja:ドレッド・グランギル]]
[[zh:德雷多]]

XY125

2023-01-28T02:13:20Z

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altepcode=EP924 |
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title_en=A League of His Own! |
title_ja=カロスリーグ開幕！メガリザードン対決・X対Y！！ |
title_ja_trans=The Kalos League Begins! The Mega Lizardon Showdown: X VS Y!! |
broadcast_jp=June 30, 2016 |
broadcast_us=September 24, 2016 |
en_op=[[Stand Tall]] |
ja_op={{so|XY&Z}} |
ja_ed=[[Puni-chan's Song|プニちゃんのうた]] |
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director=仲野良 |
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art=松田真路 |
morecredits=no |
epstaffpage=XY121-XY130|
footnotes=*{{filb-eppics|xyz|032}}
* {{BMGf|216322|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|216935|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|218569|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
}}

'''A League of His Own!''' (Japanese: '''カロスリーグ開幕！メガリザードン対決・X対Y！！''' ''The Kalos League Begins! The Mega {{tt|Lizardon|Charizard}} Showdown: X VS Y!!'') is the 125th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'', and the 924th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 30, 2016 and in the United States on September 24, 2016.
{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Our heroes have arrived in Lumiose City for the Kalos League, where they meet up with Tierno, Trevor, Sawyer, and even Alain! The very first matchup is Trevor vs. Alain—and it’s an unexpected battle of Mega Charizard X versus Mega Charizard Y, as Trevor reveals just how hard he’s been training! But Alain proves too powerful, and Trevor is eliminated.

Ash is detained by a persistent challenger on the way to the battlefield and arrives just in time for his match. His opponent starts off with an impressive Altaria, but Ash-Greninja claims a swift victory. Meanwhile, both Sawyer and Alain patiently await their own chance to battle Ash...

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} return to [[Lumiose City]], and it's finally time for the biggest showdown, the [[Lumiose Conference]]. [[Malva]] is shown doing a live report outside of the stadium where the Kalos League will take place. {{TRT}}, [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguised as her camera crew]], scheme to steal any rare Pokémon that might show up during the conference. Ash and friends arrive at the stadium, marveling at the sight. Malva overhears that Ash will be competing in the Lumiose Conference and decides to interview him. During the interview, Ash states why he is there: to be the very best, and to reach the apex of his pursuit of power, as a [[Pokémon Master]].

However, a Trainer sporting a red mohawk called [[Everett]] who eavesdropped on Ash's interview gives a disrespectful sneer to Ash's optimism. Skeptical of his capabilities, he runs into Ash and demands a battle from him while calling out his [[List of Pokémon with form differences#Furfrou|Kabuki Trim]] {{p|Furfrou}}. Before Ash gets too carried away, {{an|Serena}} grabs onto his arm and scolds him for being rash and reminds him that he might be too late to register for the Lumiose Conference if he chooses to battle. {{an|Clemont}} and Serena take Ash away to registration, and Everett snarls, annoyed that he couldn't battle Ash.

Later that evening, Ash sees that [[Sawyer]] is also participating in the Lumiose Conference and has a pep talk with {{an|Tierno}} and {{an|Trevor}}, who are also competing. Ash then notices [[Alain]], who rudely walks away from {{an|Professor Sycamore}} after the latter tries to approach him. Ash catches up to Alain and is surprised to learn that he will also be competing in the Kalos League as well. After Alain leaves, the computer randomly matches up the 64 competing Trainers against each other, and Ash is surprised to see that Trevor will be facing Alain. Serena points out that Ash will be facing a Trainer named [[Titus]] first, and Tierno and Sawyer find out who they will be facing in the first round.

The next day, the grand ceremony is unfurled. The [[Kalos]] [[Pokémon Champion]] [[Diantha]] delivers an encouraging speech followed by a fireworks display.

The matches commence accordingly, with the first battle being that of Alain and Trevor. The battlefield is set to a mountainous terrain, complete with a waterfall and a river. Both Trainers send out their {{p|Charizard}}. [[Trevor's Charizard]] opens with {{m|Fire Spin}}, which is evaded by [[Alain's Charizard]]. Alain's Charizard retaliates with {{m|Flamethrower}}, which Trevor's Charizard counters with {{m|Dragon Claw}}. Trevor then [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolves]] his Charizard into Mega Charizard Y. Upon Mega Evolving, its {{a|Drought}} [[Ability]] activates, powering up all {{type|Fire}} moves. Mega Charizard Y then unleashes a powerful {{m|Heat Wave}}, but Alain's Charizard blocks it by slapping its tail into the water to create a water wall to take the hit. Trevor calls for his Mega Charizard Y to use {{m|Dragon Tail}}, but Alain's Charizard dodges it. Alain then Mega Evolves his own Charizard into Mega Charizard X. Mega Charizard Y uses Fire Spin while Mega Charizard X uses Flamethrower. The moves collide, creating a thick smoke covering both Mega Charizard. Trevor tells Mega Charizard Y to fly, but Alain retaliates by having his Mega Charizard X launch another Flamethrower. Mega Charizard Y gets hit and is [[fainting|knocked out]], reverting back to its original form. Clemont is surprised at how powerful Alain's Mega Charizard X is and Serena reminds Ash that his battle is up next, so Ash gets up from the seats and leaves. Trevor then calls out his {{p|Aerodactyl}} to battle.

As Ash reaches the pathway that leads to the stadium, he is intercepted by Everett, the red mohawked Furfrou Trainer from before, who immediately challenges him to a battle. Ash tries to decline his challenge, but Everett refuses to let him pass unless he battles him. Seeing that he can't reason with him, Ash accepts Everett's challenge and calls on {{AP|Pikachu}} to battle against Everett's Furfrou. Everett orders Furfrou to use {{m|Sand Attack}} to blind Pikachu before launching a {{m|Giga Impact}} which hits.

Back at the stadium, Alain's Mega Charizard X knocks out Trevor's Aerodactyl with a Flamethrower.

Back in the hallway, Everett has Furfrou use {{m|Take Down}}, while Ash has Pikachu retaliate with {{m|Iron Tail}}. Pikachu follows up with an {{m|Electro Ball}} while Furfrou defends with {{m|Cotton Guard}}.

Back in the stadium, Trevor has his last Pokémon, a White Flower {{p|Florges}}, use {{m|Energy Ball}} on Alain's Mega Charizard X, but Mega Charizard X uses another Flamethrower to destroy Florges's attack and knock her out as well. With a clean sweep victory, Alain and his Charizard are the winners of the first battle. The spectators are awestruck by Alain's performance, while Trevor is devastated that he was eliminated so soon from the Lumiose Conference.

The next battle, Titus versus Ash, is about to begin. Titus has shown up, and the battlefield has changed into a grassy terrain, but Ash is nowhere to be seen. The battle he had with Everett made him late for his battle with Titus. Everybody wonders where Ash could be, including Clemont, Serena, and even Team Rocket. The referee is about to disqualify Ash for not showing up, though Ash just arrives in the nick of time and calls out that he is indeed here.

Everett is then seen on the hallway floor remembering the rest of his battle with Ash. Pikachu had used {{m|Quick Attack}} while Furfrou defended with another Cotton Guard. Pikachu retaliated with a powerful {{m|Thunderbolt}}, knocking out Furfrou. After Ash thanked Everett for the battle, Everett broke down in tears, crying that he couldn't compete in the Lumiose Conference as he couldn't collect the eight badges needed to do so. He then told Ash to win his League challenge, and Ash replied that he would do so.

With Ash present, his first Kalos League battle has begun. Titus sends out his {{p|Altaria}} while Ash chooses to use {{AP|Greninja}}. Titus has Altaria use {{m|Dragon Pulse}}, which Greninja takes with ease. Titus then orders a {{m|Draco Meteor}}. As the attack approaches, Ash and Greninja sync up to allow Greninja to change into Ash-Greninja and it dodges every single meteor launched by Altaria's attack. Everyone is surprised to see Greninja change form. Ash-Greninja then delivers a powerful {{m|Water Shuriken}}, knocking Altaria out on impact. Ash manages to win the three-on-three battle and will advance onto the next round.

Later that day, the participants, Ash and Alain amongst them, eagerly await the second round of the Kalos League.

==Major events==

[[File:XY125 Trevor VS Alain.png|thumb|220px|Trevor facing Alain]]
[[File:XY125 Ash VS Titus.png|thumb|220px|Ash facing Titus]]
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive back in [[Lumiose City]] and meet up with {{an|Tierno}}, {{an|Trevor}}, [[Sawyer]], and [[Alain]] again, all of whom have earned the eight required [[Badge]]s.
* Ash and his friends meet [[Malva]] for the first time.
* Ash, Tierno, Trevor, Sawyer, and Alain all enter the [[Lumiose Conference]].
* Alain briefly reunites with {{an|Professor Sycamore}}.
* The Lumiose Conference begins.
* Trevor's {{p|Charmeleon}} is revealed to have [[Evolution|evolved]] into {{TP|Trevor|Charizard}}.
* Trevor is revealed to have obtained a [[Key Stone]], a [[Charizardite Y]], an {{p|Aerodactyl}}, and a {{p|Florges}}.
* Alain and Ash defeat Trevor and [[Titus]], respectively, and advance to the second round.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
=====Main series debuts=====
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Remo]]
* [[Malva]] (in person)

====Pokémon debuts====
* [[Trevor's Charizard]]
* {{p|Florges}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Flabébé, Floette, and Florges|White Flower}})

=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Charizard}} [[Mega Evolution|Y]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY125.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Professor Sycamore}}
* [[Alain]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* [[Sawyer]]
* [[Viola]] (fantasy)
* [[Grant]] (fantasy)
* {{an|Korrina}} (fantasy)
* [[Ramos]] (fantasy)
* [[Valerie]] (fantasy)
* [[Olympia]] (fantasy)
* [[Wulfric]] (fantasy)
* [[Malva]]
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Astrid]]
* [[Remo]]
* [[Everett]]
* [[Titus]]
* Trainers
* Announcer
* Referee

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP XY125.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Charizard}} ''(US and international)'' 
[[Pokémon Quiz]]: {{p|Furfrou}} (Kabuki Trim) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; [[Bond Phenomenon|Ash-Greninja]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard X]])
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Trevor|Charizard}}; [[Mega Evolution|Mega Charizard Y]])
* {{p|Aerodactyl}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s)
* {{p|Florges}} ({{an|Trevor}}'s; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Flabébé, Floette, and Florges|White Flower}})
* {{p|Altaria}} ([[Titus]]'s)
* {{p|Furfrou}} ([[Everett]]'s; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Furfrou|Kabuki Trim}})
* {{p|Furfrou}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Mime Jr.}} (Trainer's; ×2)
* {{p|Smeargle}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Watchog}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Igglybuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Sentret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Glaceon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Hoppip}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jigglypuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Oddish}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Cubchoo}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Pachirisu}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Leafeon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Swinub}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Scraggy}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Poliwag}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Furret}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Pokémon League]]'s; multiple)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Kalos League News" focusing on the competitors in the [[Lumiose Conference]], as well as [[Diantha]].
* This episode begins the seven-part Lumiose Conference arc.
* A remix of {{so|XY&Z}} is used as an insert song when [[Ash's Greninja]] turns into its Ash-Greninja form.
* {{Ash}}, [[Sawyer]], and {{an|Tierno}} narrate the preview for the [[XY126|next episode]].
* Two of the Trainers in the Lumiose Conference are also two of the participants in the [[Pokémon Summer Camp]].
* The announcer seen during the opening feast bears a resemblance to the commentator in the [[Princess Festival]] in ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]'' and ''[[EP197|The Art of Pokémon]]'', and the [[Contest announcer|host]] of the [[Rustboro City]] [[Pokémon Contest]] in ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]''.
* This episode marks the first appearance of an {{p|Igglybuff}} in the {{pkmn|anime}} since [[Normajean]]'s appeared in ''[[DP190|The Brockster Is In!]]'', 268 episodes earlier.
* The episode's rating was less than 2.3, making it the lowest-rated debut of a [[Pokémon League Conference]] in the overall anime to date.<ref>http://www.animenewsnetwork.com/news/2016-07-07/japan-animation-tv-ranking-june-27-july-3/.104068</ref>
* The English dub title is a reference to the 1992 sports comedy-drama film ''{{wp|A League of Their Own}}''.

===Errors===
* When the screen splits to show Alain and Trevor staring at each other, rocky terrain can be seen in the background, even though the field they battle on hadn't risen yet.
* In the long shot of the two {{me|Charizard}}, the tips of {{TP|Alain|Mega Charizard X|Charizard}}'s wings are blue instead of black.
* During Ash's battle in the hallway, the gray color on Ash's left sneaker is larger than normal and the area at the front is red instead of white.
* In the split second it is on screen before showing Alain as the winner, the scoreboard at the end of the battle incorrectly shows him having used {{p|Blastoise}} and {{p|Ludicolo}} (both of which display as having been knocked out). It is possible that they were meant to be used on Tierno's scoreboard, for his battle against Sawyer in the next episode.
* Like in ''[[XY075|Rivals: Today and Tomorrow!]]'' and ''[[XY106|A Meeting of Two Journeys!]]'', when Ash holds up Greninja's {{i|Poké Ball}}, the white center and black band around the white button is much larger than normal.
* In between the transformation of Ash-Greninja, both Ash and Greninja are shown to be wearing the pulse meters on their wrists which wasn't shown in between the battle earlier.
* In the dub, when Trevor tells his Mega Charizard Y to use Fire Spin, his Japanese voice can be heard.
* When the scoreboard for the winning Trainers is shown, Remo's card shows him in his old design.

===Dub edits===
* In the {{pmin|Sweden|Swedish}} dub, the scene where Ash commands Pikachu to use {{m|Thunderbolt}} on {{p|Furfrou}} is slightly cut.

==In other languages==
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|cs={{tt|Jeho vlastní liga!|A league of his own!}}
|da={{tt|I en liga for sig!|In a league on its own!}}
|nl={{tt|Zijn eigen league!|His own league!}}
|fi={{tt|Omassa luokassaan!|In a class of his own!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Une ligue d'exception !|An exceptional league!}}
|de={{tt|Eine Liga für sich!|A League of his own!}}
|it={{tt|Una lega a parte!|A league apart!}}
|ko={{tt|칼로스리그 개막! 메가리자몽 대결, X VS Y!!|Kalos League Opening! The Mega Charizard Showdown, X VS Y!!}}
|no={{tt|En klasse for seg!|A class on its own!}}
|pl={{tt|O to właśnie liga!|That's the league!}}
|pt_br={{tt|Sua Própria Liga!|His Own League!}}
|pt_eu={{tt|Uma liga à parte!|A league apart!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Una liga para Ash!|A league for Ash!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Una liga propia!|A league of its own!}}
|sv={{tt|I en egen liga!|In a league of its own!}}
|th={{tt|เปิดม่านคาลอสลีก! ศึกเมก้าริเซอด้อน X ปะทะ Y!!|The Kalos League Begins! The Mega Lizardon Showdown: X VS Y!!}}
|ru={{tt|Его лига!|His league!}}
|tr={{tt|Başlı Başına Bir Lig!|A League of its own!}}
|}}

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'''A Gaggle of Gadget Greatness!''' (Japanese: '''爆熱の機巧フェスティバル！''' ''The Explosive Heat at the Mechanical Festival!'') is the 124th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'', and the 923rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 16, 2016, and in the United States on September 17, 2016.
{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Ash, Serena, and Bonnie are having a tough time keeping up with Clemont! Where is he going in such a hurry? It’s the [[Gadget Festival]], where playful inventors exhibit their mechanical creations—and where Clemont is truly in his element!

Team Rocket is celebrating with some gadgets of their own, but as usual, their goal is to steal Pokémon from unsuspecting Trainers. When Ash and friends hear about this scheme, they confront the villains, who attempt to fight back using a Meowth-enhancing gadget that Clemont finds impressive! But when Team Rocket’s invention falls a little short, they’re soon blasting off again—and our heroes get back to the festival!

==Plot==
Reaching a signpost, {{an|Clemont}} exclaims that it points to the [[Gadget Festival]]: the largest exhibition of mechanical devices in the [[Kalos]] [[region]]. {{Ash}} and {{ashfr|the girls}} are disinterested, and {{an|Serena}} questions whether the festival is that great of an event. Clemont argues that "great" is an understatement and explains that the greatest inventors of Kalos will be there to compete and show off their inventions.

They soon reach the Gadget Festival and are amazed at the building plus the various devices and gadgets on display. Ash points toward something, which Clemont identifies as a "welcome gadget". Clemont initializes the gadget, and the group looks on in amazement as its mechanism activates. Revealed to be a [[Berry]] opener, Serena remarks that building the gadget was a waste of time, which she demonstrates by breaking open a Berry with her bare hands. Clemont is disappointed and preaches about the playfulness that comes with building gadgets, adding that it creates a variety of inventions that ultimately leads to new technological advancements. Elsewhere, [[James]], who also happens to be at the Gadget Festival with [[Jessie]] and {{MTR}}, has nearly completed building his [[Poké Ball]] Stealer Mark I, just needing a finder tool. After exiting the trio's gadget room, James decides to check out the other stalls to get a look at the competition. Meanwhile, Ash and his friends proceed to sit on an automated chair that will take them inside the building. {{an|Bonnie}} seems excited and sits on the chair as {{TP|Clemont|Chespin}} comes out to ride as well. Serena then calls out her {{TP|Serena|Pancham}} to ride with Chespin. All of this is witnessed by {{TRT}}, who decides to catch {{AP|Pikachu}} before they proceed with their plan to steal Poké Balls with their device.

The group stumbles upon their first gadget room but finds the door locked. Serena advises Ash to push the door instead of pulling, but it doesn't budge. Clemont shows them how to open the door, exclaiming that he loves to solve mechanical puzzles such as these. Ash and the girls decide that the room is empty, but Clemont disagrees and reveals the wall to be a hidden door. Bonnie notes that they have become separated from Pikachu, Chespin, and Pancham in the process. Clemont informs the Pokémon to meet up with the group later. Ash and his friends then pass through a room filled with moving cylinders with ease, while Serena and Bonnie praise Clemont's skills. Meanwhile, the Pokémon have to cross a room with a lot of traps and an icy floor. Chespin pushes Pancham and laughs as the {{pkmn|category|Playful Pokémon}} reaches the end, but not before being hit by the device's traps. Pikachu and Chespin reach the end relatively unscathed, but the latter gets into a feud with Pancham, though Pikachu quickly breaks up the fight.

Venturing through the building, Team Rocket stumbles upon the locked door that Ash and his friends had encountered previously. Jessie tries pushing and pulling at it, to no avail, deciding that it is broken. However, James manages to open the door, and the trio enters the room. Jessie tries to make her way through the wall, calling it a contraption, but James again cleverly finds the solution to the mechanism. Meanwhile, the Pokémon reach a room full of gears. Pancham challenges Chespin to pass over them. Chespin cleverly passes over the gears but is hit by a hammer. The Spiny Nut Pokémon is angered and shouts at the hammer, only to be struck by it again, which causes Pancham to erupt in laughter. Team Rocket then reaches the room with the icy floor, where Jessie and Meowth quickly get hit by the traps. Ash and his friends subsequently encounter the next gadget room. Ash is the first one to sit on the chair. Bonnie states that the gadget is like an amusement park ride. When Ash reaches the end, he narrowly avoids being knocked over by an arm by jumping on the platform next to him. Bonnie is up next and narrowly manages to avoid the arm as well. As this is happening, Team Rocket stumbles upon the moving cylinders. James and Meowth make it across pretty easily. Although, while Jessie does fairly well in the game, she messes up at the end, to her displeasure.

Ash and his friends enter a room, and a doll dressed in a kimono and carrying tea approaches them. She offers tea to Ash but instead spills the hot tea all over his face. Ash is not happy with the doll, but Clemont remarks that this must be part of the humor and playfulness that is necessary for a good gadget. Serena notices and is impressed by the doll's manners. At this time, the Pokémon reach a room containing a series of moving blocks. Pikachu is the first one to cross. Next, Chespin and Pancham jump on a block and the Playful Pokémon sees this as the perfect opportunity to push the Spiny Nut Pokémon off their block. However, Chespin jumps back on the block after some hits and starts fighting with Pancham. The two cross the blocks while fighting, and then inadvertently jump onto Pikachu, knocking all three of them out. Meanwhile, Team Rocket stumbles upon the amusement park ride-like gadget, and a tired Jessie sits on the chair, activating it. Unlike others before her, she is not quick enough and is struck by the arm of the gadget, knocking her all the way back to her teammates. The trio enters the room with the winding doll next, who dumps tea onto Meowth. As the trio continue through the building, Jessie grows angry and fumes that they will never be able to catch Pikachu while they are trapped inside, prompting James to declare that it is time to deploy his device.

A boy finding his way through the building stumbles into Team Rocket's gadget room. James asks the boy to put three of his Poké Balls onto the device to initiate it. When the boy does so, he observes the gadget's mechanisms in amazement. However, when the boy asks for his Poké Balls back, he is thrown out by Team Rocket through a floor trap. A girl stumbles upon the room and has her Poké Balls stolen as well. Meanwhile, Ash and his friends have regrouped with their Pokémon. Pancham and Chespin start fighting again, but are once again stopped by Pikachu. A guard, looking for the Poké Ball thieves, informs the group about the thefts taking place at the festival, and the group decides to investigate. Ash and his friends reach Team Rocket's room, who have stolen yet another [[Pokémon Trainer|Trainer]]'s Poké Balls. The thieves manage to flee the room through a secret door and are trailed by the group. They cross through a piano-themed gadget room first and must pass over some rollers. Meowth praises Jessie for her skills in maneuvering through the rollers, and Jessie explains that her genius does not necessarily come out until she is under pressure, though she once again proceeds to fail at the end.

The two groups finally exit the building, and Team Rocket grabs another one of their gadgets. Meowth initiates the device, which seems to work quite well. However, with the help of the gadget, Meowth falls just short of reaching Pikachu to attack it with {{m|Fury Swipes}}. A disappointed Jessie claims it would have been better for Meowth to just attack without the aid of the device. James disagrees, asserting the value of the playfulness of the gadgetry. Clemont seems to agree with him, but is mocked by Bonnie. Left with no alternatives, Jessie and James send out {{TP|Jessie|Gourgeist}} and {{TP|James|Inkay}}, who use {{m|Seed Bomb}} and {{m|Psybeam}} to attack Ash and his friends. Pancham uses {{m|Dark Pulse}}, but Gourgeist dodges it, and the move hits Team Rocket's machine instead. Clemont commands Chespin to use {{m|Pin Missile}}, damaging the device even further. Finally, Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} causes the device to explode, sending Team Rocket blasting off again. With the Poké Balls returned to their Trainers, Clemont suggests the group explore and enjoy the remaining lot of gadget exhibition rooms. He concludes that gadgets are the height of impressibility and symbolize the triumph of human intelligence and skill, and muses that the Gadget Festival will continue to celebrate the world's hopes and dreams for the foreseeable future.

==Major events==

{{animeevents}}
===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY124.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* Attendant
* Boys
* Girls

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP XY124.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Pinsir}} ''(US and international)'' 
[[Pokémon Quiz]]: {{p|Pikachu}} ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Pancham}} ({{OP|Serena|Pancham}})
* {{p|Chespin}} ({{OP|Clemont|Chespin}})
* {{p|Gourgeist}} ({{OP|Jessie|Gourgeist}}; {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Pumpkaboo and Gourgeist|Super Size}})
* {{p|Inkay}} ({{OP|James|Inkay}})
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Clemont V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Clemont for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: "Pokémon 24 Hours!" focusing on {{an|Clemont}} and his [[Clemontic Gear|inventions]].
* In the Japanese version, the title card segment focuses on, and is read by, {{an|Clemont}}.
* [[Brilliantly]] is used as the [[List of Japanese ending themes|ending]] for this episode, with this version being sung by Clemont's Japanese voice actor, [[Yūki Kaji]].
* {{Ash}} and a {{pkmn|Trainer}} narrate the preview for the [[XY125|next episode]].
* Clemont narrates the ending of the episode, instead of the [[narrator]].
* The regular narrator is only heard saying the "To Be Continued" message aloud at the end of the episode.
* {{TRT}}'s previous {{motto}} theme music from [[Sinnoh]] and [[Unova]] can be heard as background music in the Japanese version.

===Errors===
* Before {{an|Bonnie}} and Dedenne are strapped in the chair, {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}'s belly is orange instead of cream.
* Bonnie and Dedenne are strapped in when the worker presses a button, however, the next chair automatically straps in Chespin and Pancham.
* While {{an|Clemont}}, {{an|Serena}}, and Bonnie celebrate crossing the moving platforms, Dedenne's ears are oversized.
* Although Team Rocket was following {{AP|Pikachu}}, they ended up in two rooms the trainers passed by instead.
* After {{MTR}} and [[Jessie]] reach the end of the slide, Jessie's earrings are missing.
* When Bonnie sits on the galaxy-themed moving chair, Dedenne is heard but is absent. However, it appears to be in her bag after the chair stops.
* When Chespin gets hit by the giant hammer, its nose disappears.

<gallery>
File:XY124 error 1.png|Dedenne with oversized ears
File:XY124 error 2.png|Jessie without her earrings
</gallery>

===Dub edits===
* The background music of Team Rocket's Sinnoh motto was removed.
* The title card focuses on {{Ash}}, but is still read by Clemont.
* This episode aired between ''[[XY126|Valuable Experience for All!]]'' and ''[[XY127|Analysis Versus Passion!]]'' in {{pmin|Belgium}}.
* In the English dub, Jessie gets confused with the words ''gadget'' and ''budget''.
** In the {{pmin|Finland|Finnish}} dub, this was changed to ''{{tt|vempain|gadget}}'' and ''{{tt|vatkain|mixer}}''.
** In the {{pmin|Norway|Norwegian}} dub, this was changed to ''{{tt|dingse|gadget}}'' and ''{{tt|blings|a slice of bread}}''.
** In the {{pmin|Brazil}}ian Portuguese dub, this was changed to ''{{tt|engenhoca|gadget}}'' and ''{{tt|pipoca|popcorn}}''.
** In the {{pmin|Latin America}}n Spanish dub, this was changed to ''{{tt|artefacto|artifact}}'' and ''{{tt|putrefacto|rotten}}''.
** In the {{pmin|Sweden|Swedish}} dub, this was changed to ''{{tt|manick|gadget}}'' and ''picknick''.

==In other languages==
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|da={{tt|En giga omgang gadgets!|A giga game of gadgets!}}
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|fi={{tt|Valtavasti vempaimia!|A huge amount of gadgets!}}
|fr_eu={{tt|Un festival de merveilles mécaniques !|A festival of mechanical wonders!}}
|de={{tt|Apparate bis zum Abwinken!|Apparatus until the turn-off!}}
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|no={{tt|En drøss med dugelige dingser!|A bunch of functional gadgetry!}}
|pl={{tt|Gadżetowy zawrót głowy!|A gadget madness!}}
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|pt_eu={{tt|Engenhocas engenhosas em grande!|Big ingenious gadgets!}}
|es_la={{tt|¡Un arsenal de asombrosos artefactos!|An arsenal of amazing artifacts!}}
|es_eu={{tt|¡Un sinfín de artilugios grandiosos!|A ton of great contraptions!}}
|sv={{tt|En samling storartade manicker!|A collection of magnificent gadgetry!}}
|th={{tt|เทศกาลเครื่องจักรอันเร่าร้อน!|The Explosive Heat at the Mechanical Festival!}}
|ru={{tt|Гаджеты - вершина великолепия!|Gadgets - the pinnacle of magnificence!}}
|tr={{tt|Muhteşem Aletler Ordusu!|A gorgeous tools army!}}
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Magikarp salesman

2023-01-28T01:34:00Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Pokémon */

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The '''Magikarp salesman''' (Japanese: '''コイキング売り''' ''Koiking salesman'') is a character who sells various Pokémon, usually Magikarp, at outrageous prices.

==In the games==
[[File:Magikarp Salesman RBY.png|thumb|left|200px|The Magikarp salesman in {{3v2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}]]
[[File:Magikarp salesman FRLG.png|thumb|200px|The Magikarp salesman in {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}]]
In {{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}, as well as the [[remake]]s {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} and [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], the Magikarp salesman appears in {{rt|4|Kanto}}'s [[Pokémon Center]] and sells the {{player}} a {{p|Magikarp}} for {{PDollar}}500.

Though he does not make an appearance, the Magikarp salesman is briefly alluded to in {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, as well as the remakes {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}. In the [[Poké Mart]] in [[Pewter City]], a boy will offer to show his {{p|Gyarados}} to anyone who speaks to him. Speaking to a girl nearby causes her to remark how the boy had purchased a Magikarp from a "weird old man" three years prior, and trained it until it evolved into a Gyarados.

In {{4v|Black|White|2}}, the Magikarp salesman appears again on [[Marvelous Bridge]] to sell a Magikarp for {{PDollar}}500. However, unlike in Kanto, Magikarp are not native to [[Unova]] and can only be found in the [[Nature Preserve]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}. It always has a {{stat|Speed}} [[Individual values|IV]] of 31 in these games.
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===Pokémon===
====Sold====
{|
!{{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}
!{{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}
![[Pokémon Black and White Versions|Pokémon: Black, White]], [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2, and White 2]]
![[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]
|- style="vertical-align:top"
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=129
|pokemon=Magikarp
|level=5
|type1=Water
|move1=Splash
|move1type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=129
|pokemon=Magikarp
|gender=both
|level=5
|type1=Water
|ability=Swift Swim
|move1=Splash
|move1type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=129
|pokemon=Magikarp
|gender=both
|level=5
|type1=Water
|ability=Swift Swim
|move1=Splash
|move1type=Normal
|move1cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=129
|pokemon=Magikarp
|gender=both
|level=5
|type1=Water
|move1=Splash
|move1type=Normal
|move1cat=Status}}
|}

===Quotes===
===={{game2|Red|Blue|Yellow}}====
:''"Hello, there! Have I got a deal just for you! I'll let you have a swell <sc>Magikarp</sc> for just {{PDollar}}500! What do you say?"''
::'''No''': ''"No? I'm only doing this as a favor to you!"''
::'''Yes''': (''<player> got <sc>Magikarp</sc>!'')

* After giving the player a Magikarp
:''"Well, I don't give refunds!"''

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
:''"Hello there, {{tt|laddie|If the player is a boy}}/{{tt|sweetie pie|If the player is a girl}}! Have I got a deal just for you! I'll let you have a secret <sc>Pokémon</sc> – a <sc>Magikarp</sc> – for just {{PDollar}}500! So, you'll buy it, am I right?"''
::'''No''': ''"No? You say no? I'm only doing this as a favor to you!"''
::'''Yes''': (''<player> paid an outrageous {{PDollar}}500 and bought the <sc>Magikarp</sc>...'')

* After giving the player a Magikarp
:''"Well, I don't give refunds. You knew what you were getting!"''

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black, White}}, {{game|Black and White|s|Black 2, and White 2}}====
:''"{{tt|Son|If the player is a boy}}/{{tt|Miss|If the player is a girl}}! I have a deal for YOU! And for you alone. Here's your chance. I will sell you the secret Pokémon Magikarp... For an unbelievable {{PDollar}}500! How about it? Interested?"''
::'''No''': ''"Oh, that's too bad..."''
::'''Yes''': (''<player> bought the Magikarp for {{PDollar}}500.'')

* After giving the player a Magikarp
:''"Oh, yeah... Returns not accepted, got that?"''

* If the player doesn't have enough money
:''"Looks like you don't have enough money."''

* If the player's party is full
:''"You have no room in your party!"''

===Sprites===
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| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation V}}
|}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
====History====
=====[[Original series]]=====
The Magikarp salesman is a recurring character who appeared in the [[Pokémon anime]]. He usually appears as a traveling con man who is always getting people, usually [[James]], to buy one of his worthless {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.

He debuted in ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]'', where he was selling {{p|Magikarp}} to anyone on the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]] foolish enough to buy one. He would tell them that they would reproduce at a rapid rate and make the buyer rich. James was foolish enough to buy one, which later [[evolution|evolved]] into a {{TP|James|Gyarados}}.

In ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]'', he was partially responsible for [[Jessie]] obtaining her {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}. The Magikarp salesman was again trying to sell Magikarp to James, but he recognized him from the St. Anne and chased after him. During the pursuit, the Magikarp salesman bumped into [[Jessie]], which sent her flying over to a nearby [[trade machine]]. When she bumped into it, the {{i|Poké Ball}} containing her {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}} fell into the machine, trading it for {{OBP|Benny|EP146}}'s Wobbuffet, which he had been trying to [[trade]] off throughout the episode.

Some time after, he reappeared with the same selling strategy in ''[[EP201|Doin' What Comes Natu-rally]]''. Later, in ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid]]'', he traded his {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio|Victreebel|Weepinbell}} for [[James's Victreebel]].

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''=====
In ''[[HS04|Showdown at the Oak Corral]]'', the Magikarp salesman tried his golden Magikarp scam on {{Tracey}}, claiming that the Magikarp could lay golden {{pkmn|Egg}}s. However, unlike Team Rocket, Tracey was too smart to fall for this trick. The Magikarp salesman ran off when he discovered that he had knocked on the door of [[Professor Oak's Laboratory]].

In the [[Hoenn]] [[region]], the Magikarp salesman had changed his operation; now, he was attempting to sell Pokémon disguised as rare Pokémon. In ''[[AG079|Pearls are a Spoink's Best Friend]]'', he sold a Magikarp disguised as {{p|Feebas}} to {{TRT}} for a stolen {{OBP|Spoink|recurring}}'s pearl. After placing her new Pokémon into some water, Jessie realized she had been conned as the paint washed away, revealing Feebas to be a Magikarp. Ash and {{ashfr}} were able to reunite Spoink with its pearl, but the Magikarp salesman was able to escape.

In ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]'', he was selling a {{DL|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio|Hoppip}} disguised as a {{p|Chimecho}} at [[Fortree City]]'s [[Feather Carnival]]. James came across him while searching for a Chimecho and attempted to {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} it. However, its real identity was revealed and a gust of wind blew it away.

He made a cameo appearance when Ash caught {{AP|Aipom}} in ''[[AG182|Channeling the Battle Zone]]''.

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''=====
In ''[[DP021|Ya See We Want An Evolution!]]'', he sold a dual evolution machine/mecha-bot to Team Rocket. While he did inform Team Rocket that the machine must warm up for at least a week before use, Team Rocket forgot to follow his instructions, which resulted in its failure to [[Evolution|evolve]] Pokémon and sustain its mecha-bot form. Therefore, it is unknown if this was another one of his scams, or if the machine would truly have worked. However, considering the fact that he ran off after telling them this information, it may have been another lie to keep them from following him.

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]''=====
In ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion!]]'', he had his own table at the [[Kanto Fair]]. There, he was once again trying to sell Magikarp to people.

=====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''=====
The Magikarp Salesman reappeared in ''[[JNS01|The Arceus Chronicles (Part 1)]]'', trying to sell a Magikarp to a visitor at the [[Sinnoh Festival]] in [[Canalave City]].

====Character====
The Magikarp salesman is a con man; as such, he isn't afraid to lie to or mislead his customers in order to sell his goods. He prefers to travel the world, likely to remain undetected by the authorities and any disgruntled clientele like [[James]].

====Pokémon====
{{MissingInfo|1|java}}
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Magikarp salesman
|pkmn=Magikarp
|main=yes
|type1=Water
|img=Magikarp salesman Magikarp.png
|epnum=EP015
|epname=Battle Aboard the St. Anne
|vaen=Maddie Blaustein
|desc=The Magikarp salesman, as his title implies, has a large amount of these {{p|Magikarp}} to sell to customers for ridiculously high prices. He usually manages to sell them by telling the customer that they could sell the Magikarp hatched from this Magikarp's {{pkmn|Egg}}s, as well as Magikarp hatched from those Magikarp's eggs and so forth, resulting in the potential customer getting rich. In reality, however, Magikarp is a completely useless Pokémon which cannot provide riches to anyone except for the Magikarp salesman himself, due to the ridiculous prices at which he sells his Magikarp.

Sometimes, the Magikarp salesman has also tried to sell his Magikarp by disguising them as {{p|Feebas}} and telling to the customer that it would evolve into {{p|Milotic}}, the most beautiful Pokémon in the world. Oddly, he has never tried any sort of similar tactic with selling Magikarp as is, by informing the customer that it would evolve into the powerful {{p|Gyarados}}. In ''[[DP021|Ya See We Want an Evolution!]]'', he also tried to offer some special gifts for the customer if they bought a Magikarp.}}

=====Sold=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=James
|pkmn=Magikarp
|type1=Water
|img=James Magikarp.png
|epnum=EP015
|epname=Battle Aboard the St. Anne
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Maddie Blaustein
|desc=The Magikarp salesman managed to fool James into buying this Magikarp aboard the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]]. Later James got angry about Magikarp's uselessness and kicked it away. This resulted in it evolving into {{p|Gyarados}}. It attacked {{Ash}}, {{ashfr}} and Team Rocket with {{m|Dragon Rage}} and has never been seen since.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Jessie
|pkmn=Magikarp
|type1=Water
|img=Jessie Magikarp 2.png
|epnum=AG079
|epname=Pearls are a Spoink's Best Friend
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Maddie Blaustein
|desc={{main|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio#Magikarp|Jessie's Magikarp}}

The Magikarp salesman sold this Magikarp to Jessie disguised as a Feebas. Later, its disguise paint dissolved away and its true identity was revealed. It hasn't been seen ever since and it is likely that Jessie has released it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Magikarp salesman
|pkmn=Hoppip
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=James Hoppip.png
|epnum=AG084
|epname=Who's Flying Now?
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc={{main|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio#Hoppip|James's Hoppip}}

In ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]'', the Magikarp salesman was selling what appeared to be {{p|Chimecho}}, a Pokémon [[James]] had wanted since his youth. James purchased [[List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio#Hoppip|one of these]], unaware that the salesman was in fact selling {{p|Hoppip}}, all of them disguised as Chimecho. The disguise on James's Hoppip fell apart.}}

=====Traded away=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=James
|pkmn=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=James Weepinbell EP261.png
|epnum=EP261
|epname=Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid
|vajp=Kōichi Sakaguchi
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{main|List of Pokémon temporarily owned by the Team Rocket trio#Victreebel|James's second Victreebel}}

The Magikarp salesman offered Team Rocket to trade his {{p|Weepinbell}} for them so they could use its {{m|Sweet Scent}} to lure other Pokémon. After a short conversation, it was decided that James would trade his {{TP|James|Victreebel}} for Weepinbell. Later, the new Weepinbell evolved into a new {{p|Victreebel}}(without Leaf Stone). But after it bit Jessie's hair, Jessie used her {{TP|Jessie|Arbok}} to send it away. Later, James's new Victreebel met his old Victreebel, fell in love with it and disappeared to a forest along with it.}}

=====Released=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=James
|pkmn=Victreebel
|main=yes
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=James Victreebel.png
|epnum=EP057
|epname=The Breeding Center Secret
|vajp=Rikako Aikawa
|vaen=Rikako Aikawa
|desc=James was forced to trade his dear Victreebel for the new Weepinbell. Later, the Magikarp salesman found out that his new Victreebel wasn't obeying him, so he kicked it away. After their airflights, James's old and new Victreebel met and fell in love. Then they jumped away to a forest and have never been seen since.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{water color}}|bordercolor={{water color light}}
|ja=石塚運昇 ''[[Unshō Ishizuka]]''
|en=[[Eric Stuart]] ([[EP015]]-[[AG084]], [[HS04]]) [[David Lapkin]] ([[DP021]]) [[Tom Wayland]] ([[BW116]])
|fi=Pauli Virta ([[EP015]]) Veeti Kallio ([[AG079]], [[AG084]]) Antti Jaakola ([[DP021]]) Jari Salo ([[BW116]])
|cs=Radovan Vaculík ([[EP015]]-[[EP201]]) Michal Holán ([[DP021]]) Libor Terš ([[BW116]])
|he=דודיק סמדר ''Dudik Smadar'' עדי וייס ''Adi Weiss''
|hu=Péter Pálfai
|it=Luca Bottale ([[EP015]]) Diego Sabre ([[EP146]]) Mario Zucca ([[EP201]]) Stefano Albertini ([[EP261]]) Federico Danti ([[AG079]]-[[AG084]]) Mario Scarabelli ([[DP021]])
|es_la=Carlos Enrique Bonilla ([[EP015]]) Carlos Íñigo ([[EP146]]) Hugo Navarrete ([[EP201]]) Luis Alfonso Padilla ([[EP261]]) Alejandro Mayén ([[AG079]]) César Arias ([[AG084]], [[HS04]]) Unknown voice actor ([[DP021]]) Enrique Cervantes ([[BW116]])
|es_eu=Manuel Bellido ([[EP015]]) José Escobosa ([[EP146]]-[[EP261]]) Eduardo del Hoyo ([[AG079]]-[[DP021]], [[HS04]]) César Martín ([[BW116]])
|pl=Mirosław Wieprzewski ([[EP015]]) Grzegorz Pawlak ([[EP146]]) Krzysztof Zakrzewski ([[EP201]]) Jacek Kałucki ([[EP261]]) Cezary Kwieciński ([[DP021]]) Artur Kaczmarski ([[BW116]])
}}

===Pokémon Origins===
The Magikarp salesman appeared briefly in ''[[PO02|File 2: Cubone]]'', selling {{OBP|Red|Origins}} a {{p|Magikarp}} for {{PDollar}}500.

====Pokémon====
=====Sold=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Magikarp salesman
|pkmn=Magikarp
|type1=Water
|img=Red Magikarp PO.png
|epnum=PO02
|epname=File 2: Cubone
|desc=Magikarp salesman sold this Magikarp to {{OBP|Red|Origins}} on {{rt|4|Kanto}} before Red entered [[Mt. Moon]].}}

==Trivia==
* The Magikarp salesman was given a Hispanic accent in all of the dubbed episodes except for ''[[HS04|Showdown at the Oak Corral]]'' and ''[[BW116|The Fires of a Red-Hot Reunion!]]'', where he speaks without an accent. This may have been an oversight of both the [[Pokémon Chronicles]] and [[The Pokémon Company International]] production teams, since after TPCi took over the dub, his Hispanic accent returned only in ''[[DP021|Ya See We Want an Evolution!]]''.
* In most of the Magikarp salesman's appearances, the Team Rocket Trio ends up losing and gaining a Pokémon:
** In ''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]'', James gains a Magikarp and loses it soon after.
** In ''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]'', Jessie loses her {{TP|Jessie|Lickitung}} and gains a {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}}.
** In ''[[EP261|Here's Lookin' at You, Elekid!]]'', James loses his {{TP|James|Victreebel}} but gains a {{p|Weepinbell}} that evolves into another {{p|Victreebel}} (and loses that one soon after).
** In ''[[AG079|Pearls are a Spoink's Best Friend]]'', Jessie gains and loses a {{p|Magikarp}} after thinking it was a {{p|Feebas}}.
** In ''[[AG084|Who's Flying Now?]]'', James gains a {{p|Hoppip}} and loses it soon after (he also gains a {{TP|James|Chimecho}} in the same episode).
* [[Trade]]s often occur in episodes that the Magikarp salesman appears in.
* Every episode he appeared in as a major appearance was written by Yukiyoshi Ohashi. The two episodes in which he made a cameo appearance were written by [[Atsuhiro Tomioka]].
* The Magikarp's salesman's appearance is similar to that of the main character from the series ''{{wp|Tensai Bakabon}}'', Bakabon's Papa.
{{-}}

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Amelia (XY109)

2023-01-28T01:19:02Z

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[[File:Amelia XY109.png|thumb|250px|Amelia]]
'''Amelia''' (Japanese: '''アメリア''' ''Amelia'') is a [[character of the day]] who appeared in ''[[XY109|Master Class Choices!]]''. She is a [[Pokémon Performer]] amd is well-known among residents of her [[hometown]], [[Fleurrh City]]. She comes from a wealthy family who also sponsor the local [[Pokémon Showcase]].

Amelia entered the Fleurrh City Rookie Class Pokémon Showcase, hoping to win her third and final {{DL|Pokémon Showcase|Princess Key}} so she could compete for the title of {{DL|Pokémon Performer|Kalos Queen}} in the Master Class tournament.

After gathering the highest number of {{p|Rhyhorn}} during the Theme Performance, she was declared the winner of her group and advanced to the Freestyle Performance round. There, she delivered a performance along with her {{Shiny}} {{p|Dragonair}} and {{p|Espeon}}, dazzling the crowd. However, when the audience was asked to vote for the act they appreciated the most, a majority voted for {{an|Serena}}. As a result, Amelia lost the competition.

When she was leaving the Showcase theater, Amelia continued her snobbish behavior and demanded that former [[Kalos Queen]] [[Palermo]], who had observed the day's Showcase, train her. In response, Palermo reminded her that she lost to Serena because the audience members had a different opinion. She then told Palermo she wanted to surpass {{an|Aria}}, and Palermo replied that complaining about the results of the Showcase isn't the best thing to do. She then added that it was up to Amelia to improve herself.

==Pokémon==
{{MissingInfo|2|java|enva}}
This listing is of Amelia's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Amelia
|pkmn=Dragonair {{shinystar}}
|type1=Dragon
|img=Amelia Dragonair.png
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|desc=Amelia's {{Shiny}} {{p|Dragonair}} was used alongside {{p|Espeon}} in the {{ci|Fleurrh}} Rookie Class {{pkmn|Showcase}}. During the Theme Performance, it was seen using Attract to lure a large number of {{p|Rhyhorn}} to Amelia's part of the field, assuring its Trainer's progression to the Freestyle Performance. There, it used its moves to deliver a performance that left the audience very impressed. Despite this, their act ended up receiving fewer votes than Serena with her {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}, {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}, and {{TP|Serena|Sylveon}}, and they lost the competition.

Dragonair's known moves are {{m|Attract}}, {{m|Dragon Dance}}, and {{m|Ice Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
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|pkmn=Espeon
|type1=Psychic
|img=Amelia Espeon.png
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|vaen=Erica Schroeder
|desc=Amelia's {{p|Espeon}} was used alongside {{Shiny}} {{p|Dragonair}} in the {{ci|Fleurrh}} Rookie Class {{pkmn|Showcase}}. During the Theme Performance, it was seen using Attract to lure a large number of {{p|Rhyhorn}} to Amelia's part of the field, assuring Amelia's progression to the Freestyle Performance. There, it used its moves to deliver a performance that left the audience very impressed. Despite this, their act ended up receiving fewer votes than Serena with her {{TP|Serena|Braixen}}, {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}, and {{TP|Serena|Sylveon}}, and they lost the competition.

Espeon's known moves are {{m|Attract}}, {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Rain Dance}}, and {{m|Hyper Voice}}.}}

==Showcases==
===Princess Keys obtained===
This listing is of the {{DL|Pokémon Showcase|Princess Key}}s Amelia has obtained:
* Two unknown Princess Keys (prior to ''[[XY109|Master Class Choices!]]'')

===Other achievements===
Amelia has competed in the following Rookie Class tournaments:
* {{ci|Fleurrh}} Showcase - Runner-Up (''[[XY109|Master Class Choices!]]'')

==Voice actors==
{{vatable|color={{dragon color light}}|bordercolor={{psychic color dark}}
|ja=日笠陽子 ''[[Yōko Hikasa]]''
|en=[[Suzy Myers]]
|fi=Amy Burgess
|it=Ludovica De Caro
|pl=Julia Kołakowska-Bytner
|es_eu=Mayte Mira
|he=נוגה טבצ'ניקוב ''Noga Tabachnikov''}}
{{-}}
{{Project Anime notice|no}}

[[Category:Female characters]]
[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Kalos characters of the day]]
[[Category:Performers]]
[[Category:Trainers with Shiny Pokémon]]

[[es:Amelia (Kalos)]]
[[fr:Amélia]]
[[it:Amelia (XY108)]]
[[ja:アメリア]]
[[zh:艾米莉亞]]

XY109

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* {{BMGf|214109|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|214512|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|216463|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
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'''Master Class Choices!''' (Japanese: ''' マスタークラスへの試練！どうするセレナ！？''' ''The Master Class Trial! What Will You Do, Serena!?'') is the 109th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'', and the 908th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on February 25, 2016 and in the United States on June 4, 2016.
{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Our heroes are in Fleurrh City for Serena’s next Pokémon Showcase, where she’s hoping to win her third Princess Key and qualify for the Master Class. She’s going up against a hometown favorite named Amelia, who puts on an excellent show. Serena and her Pokémon are more concerned with having fun than being perfect—and in the end, she wins!

Serena accidentally overhears Amelia complaining to Showcase judge Palermo about her loss. Afterward, Palermo tells Serena that she doesn’t yet have what it takes to be Kalos Queen. Serena ponders that as our heroes head for the next Pokémon Showcase in Gloire City, where she’ll compete in the Master Class!

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Fleurrh City]], where {{an|Serena}} hopes to win her next {{pkmn|Showcase}} in order to obtain her third and final {{DL|Pokémon Showcase|Princess Key}}. While walking along the sidewalk, they see a crowd gathering to cheer on a girl named {{OBP|Amelia|XY109}}. Serena feels a little intimidated as Amelia walks past without even acknowledging anyone. Later, as they eat dinner, Serena is still too nervous to even eat.

The next day, Serena is feeling more confident in herself and assures her friends that she is ready to perform. {{TP|Clemont|Bunnelby}} and {{TP|Clemont|Chespin}} wish good luck to {{TP|Serena|Sylveon}}, which she thanks them for. Next, Serena enters the dressing room. Amelia arrogantly moves in front of Serena and says that she must go first. Meanwhile, [[Palermo]], a former [[Kalos Queen]] and well-known producer, arrives to the Showcase as a guest judge in her limousine. A moustached man anxiously approaches Palermo, asking if she mentor Amelia, explaining that Amelia belongs to a very respected family and donors of the Showcase in Fleurrh City. Palermo tells him that she will judge with her own eyes.
[[File:XY109 Concetta VS Serena VS Kazalie.png|thumb|left|250px|Concetta, Serena, and Kazalie]]
Ash, {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{an|Clemont}}, Bunnelby, Chespin, and {{an|Bonnie}} are in the audience for the event. [[Monsieur Pierre]] hosts the Showcase performance. He has his {{p|Klefki}} show the Princess Key to the audience. Monsieur Pierre explains to the audience that to win the first stage, the {{pkmn|Performer}} must attract the most {{p|Rhyhorn}}. Serena is in the first round. Her competitors are [[Concetta]] who uses her {{p|Scraggy}} and [[Kazalie]] with her {{p|Lilligant}}. The Rhyhorn are immediately attracted to Serena. Serena is surrounded by Rhyhorn and some even start licking her. Kazalie has her Lilligant use {{m|Sweet Scent}}, which attracts some Rhyhorn towards her. Serena sees a lone Rhyhorn outside of the herd. She runs towards the lone Rhyhorn. She pets it on its head and then she rides it back to where the rest of the Rhyhorn are. After the timer is finished, Monsieur Pierre declares Serena the winner.

After a few more rounds, Monsieur Pierre starts the last round of the first stage. When Monsieur Pierre announces Amelia's name, the crowd cheers. She has her {{Shiny}} {{p|Dragonair}} and {{p|Espeon}} use {{m|Attract}} on the Rhyhorn who follow her Pokémon. She is soon declared the winner.

Monsieur Pierre announces that the next round will be the Freestyle Performance. Serena is seen with her Pokémon. Her Sylveon is quite nervous for the performance, but Serena feeds Sylveon, {{TP|Serena|Pancham}}, and {{TP|Serena|Braixen}} some [[Poké Puff]]s, which eases all of their nerves.

Amelia goes first in the final stage of the Showcase. She starts by having her Espeon and Dragonair jump in the air. Then Espeon uses {{m|Psychic}} and Dragonair uses {{m|Dragon Dance}}. Dragonair dances in circles around sparkly purple glimmers of light. She then commands Espeon and Dragonair use Attract. Hearts are sent towards the audience, alluring the spectators. Espeon follows up with a {{m|Rain Dance}} and Amelia walks on Dragonair's tail. She then leaps off and commands Dragonair to use {{m|Ice Beam}} which freezes the rain. Espeon uses {{m|Hyper Voice}} which showers the crowd in a dazzle of the delicate snowflakes, concluding Amelia’s performance.

Serena performs next, and she starts out by having Braixen use {{m|Flamethrower}} while Serena, Pancham, and Sylveon dance around the circle of fire. Sylveon uses {{m|Fairy Wind}} which spreads the circling fire into a dazzling display in the sky. Pancham jumps high off of Sylveon's bows. Pancham punches the ground and uses {{m|Stone Edge}} which collides with the fire and makes a shower of sparkles. Serena and her Pokémon dance around the bright rays of the light falling to the ground. Observing closely, Palermo is mildly impressed by Serena's performance. Next, Pancham uses Stone Edge, which Braixen and Sylveon jump on. Braixen uses {{m|Fire Blast}} which, when hit by Sylveon's {{m|Swift}}, creates a row of sparkles for the audience. Serena is now finished with her performance.

With all five performances completed, Monsieur Pierre asks the audience to vote for the winner by using their Glow Casters. After the results are in, Monsieur Pierre announces Serena as the winner. Serena receives her third Princess Key, qualifying her for the Master Class. Back at the local [[Pokémon Centre]], Serena videocalls her good friend {{an|Shauna}} to inform her of the news. Shauna reveals that she’s being practicing a lot as well and looks forward to the upcoming Master Class. Cutting the call short, Bonnie calls Serena over because Clemont has prepared a feast for them to celebrate, which the group and their Pokémon enjoy.

Having eaten, Serena prepares to brush her Pokémon when she realizes she forgot her brush at the Showcase theater. When she picks it up, she sees Amelia begging Palermo to train her. Palermo tells Amelia that she lost as judged by the audience and should be doing something more productive. After Amelia leaves in a huff, Palermo beckons Serena over. Palermo asks if Serena was satisfied with her performance. She tells Palermo that she thought it was fun. Palermo tells her that there is something she definitely lacks and if she does not find out what it is, she will not be able to defeat {{an|Aria}}. That night, Serena ponders what it might be.

The next morning, the group learns that the Pokémon Showcase Master Class will be held in [[Gloire City]], so they make that their next destination.

==Major events==

[[File:Serena Fleurrh Princess Key.png|thumb|250px|Serena holding the Fleurrh Princess Key]]
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Fleurrh City]].
* {{an|Serena}} enters the Fleurrh {{pkmn|Showcase}} Rookie Class and wins, earning her third {{DL|Pokémon Showcase|Princess Key}} and thus qualifying for the Master Class.
* Serena meets [[Palermo]] for the first time.
* Serena learns that the Pokémon Showcase Master Class will take place in [[Gloire City]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Kazalie]]
* [[Shulin]]

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY109.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* {{an|Shauna}} (video call)
* [[Monsieur Pierre]]
* [[Palermo]]
* [[Alouette]]
* [[Clarice]]
* [[Concetta]]
* [[Sara Lee]]
* {{OBP|Amelia|XY109}}
* [[Kazalie]]
* [[Shulin]]
* {{pkmn|Performer}}s

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP XY109.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Espeon}} ''(US and international)'' [[Pokémon Quiz]]: {{p|Dragonair}} ({{shiny}}) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}})
* {{p|Talonflame}} ({{OP|Ash|Talonflame}})
* {{p|Hawlucha}} ({{OP|Ash|Hawlucha}})
* {{p|Noibat}} ({{OP|Ash|Noibat}})
* {{p|Braixen}} ({{OP|Serena|Braixen}})
* {{p|Pancham}} ({{OP|Serena|Pancham}})
* {{p|Eevee}} ({{OP|Serena|Sylveon}}; flashback)
* {{p|Sylveon}} ({{OP|Serena|Sylveon}})
* {{p|Bunnelby}} ({{OP|Clemont|Bunnelby}})
* {{p|Chespin}} ({{OP|Clemont|Chespin}})
* {{p|Luxray}} ({{OP|Clemont|Luxray}})
* {{p|Klefki}} ([[Monsieur Pierre]]'s)
* {{p|Furfrou}} ([[Alouette]]'s)
* {{p|Fletchling}} ([[Clarice]]'s)
* {{p|Glaceon}} ([[Sara Lee]]'s)
* {{p|Scraggy}} ([[Concetta]]'s)
* {{p|Dragonair}} ({{OBP|Amelia|XY109}}'s; {{shiny}})
* {{p|Espeon}} ({{OBP|Amelia|XY109}}'s)
* {{p|Lilligant}} ([[Kazalie]]'s)
* {{p|Escavalier}} ([[Shulin]]'s)
* {{p|Accelgor}} ([[Shulin]]'s)
* {{p|Pansage}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Pansear}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Panpour}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Smeargle}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Litleo}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Honchkrow}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Ducklett}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Teddiursa}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Swirlix}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Scizor}} (Performer's)
* {{p|Watchog}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Azumarill}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Emolga}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Skitty}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Bellsprout}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Kirlia}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Politoed}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Wigglytuff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Whismur}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Makuhita}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Throh}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Lickitung}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Jumpluff}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Skiploom}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Grumpig}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Electrike}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Victreebel}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Aipom}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Gothitelle}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Swellow}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Poliwrath}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Espeon}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core}}; [[Squishy]])
* {{p|Rhyhorn}} (multiple)

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Serena V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Serena for this episode]]
* In the Japanese version, the title card segment focuses on {{an|Serena}}.
* [[Poké TV]]: "Performer News" focusing on {{pkmn|Performer}}s and their Pokémon and ending with a performance by [[Cosplay Pikachu|Pikachu Libre]].
* This is the first episode since the beginning of the ''{{DL|List of Pokémon the Series: XY episodes|XY&Z}}'' arc in which {{TRT}} does not appear.
** This is also the first {{pkmn|Showcase}} where [[Jessie]] doesn't compete when Serena does.
* {{an|Clemont}}, {{Ash}}, {{an|Bonnie}}, Jessie, [[James]], and {{MTR}} narrate the preview for the [[XY110|next episode]].
* [[DreamDream]] is used as an insert song during Serena's Freestyle Performance.
* This episode's dub marks [[Lisa Ortiz]]'s directorial debut.
* This episode marks the [[List of moves by anime debut|first time]] that {{m|Dragon Dance}} has been used in the {{pkmn|anime}}, despite it having been introduced in [[Generation III]].

===Errors===
* During Serena's Theme Performance, [[Concetta]] can be seen backstage watching Serena on the screen, even though she was performing in the same round herself at the time.
* In the English dub, before the Freestyle Performance, [[Monsieur Pierre]] says "Ladies and gentlemen" twice.
* When [[Serena's Braixen]] takes a [[Poké Puff]], there is a green Poké Puff shown in Serena's case despite one of that color not being present before.

===Dub edits===
* Unlike in previous episodes, {{p|Rhyhorn}}'s voices were not dubbed in this episode.
* DreamDream is replaced by a dub instrumental.

==In other languages==
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title_en=Coming Apart at the Dreams! |
title_ja=衝撃ジガルデ対ジガルデ！壊れゆく世界！！ |
title_ja_trans=The Shocking Zygarde VS Zygarde! The Collapsing World!! |
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* {{BMGf|217660|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|218103|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|219918|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
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'''Coming Apart at the Dreams!''' (Japanese: '''衝撃ジガルデ対ジガルデ！壊れゆく世界！！''' ''The Shocking Zygarde VS Zygarde! The Collapsing World!!'') is the 133rd episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'', and the 932nd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 1, 2016 and in the United States on November 19, 2016.
{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

As Lysandre’s attempt to take over Lumiose City continues, our heroes are doing what they can to defeat him. Ash and his Pokémon have been captured, but when Alain realizes that his work with Lysandre has led to this disaster, he helps them all get free. Ash and Alain join forces to challenge Lysandre to a battle!

Squishy, now revealed as the Legendary Pokémon Zygarde, is still trying to get through to Team Flare’s Zygarde—but Team Flare’s terrible machine soon brings Squishy under their control as well, as Bonnie watches in despair! The fate of the world hangs in the balance—who will be victorious?

==Plot==
While [[Lumiose City]] is ravaged by vines sparked by [[Team Flare]]’s grand scheme, [[Squishy]] and [[Z2]] stare each other down, ready to commence their battle. {{Ash}} and his Pokémon are captured and helpless to watch. [[Lysandre]] explains that {{p|Zygarde}} watches over the {{pkmn|world}}, punishing those who dare to disrupt its order. He adds that the rage of Zygarde, as well as Team Flare, will cause the world to end, and a new age to begin. [[Alain]], an ally of Lysandre’s, is shocked to hear such words from the Team Flare Boss, who comments that Squishy shall also accept their way of thinking, and turn red with rage. A captured Ash rebukes Lysandre for thinking so, and demands an explanation from Alain. Meanwhile, [[Jessie]] is seen reporting the calamity on a news helicopter, and comments on the presence of the two Zygarde in the center of [[Lumiose City]].

Squishy lets out a loud [[cry]], and slams Z2 into a building, worrying {{an|Bonnie}}. [[Bryony]] asks her and her friends to not get distracted. [[Aliana]] then commands her {{p|Druddigon}} to use {{m|Dark Pulse}} on Bonnie and the others. However, the attack is stopped by {{an|Professor Sycamore}}'s {{me|Garchomp}}. Professor Sycamore is glad to have made it in time, joined by [[Mairin]] who notifies him about the two battling Zygarde. A worried Bonnie asks Z2 to listen to Squishy. Bryony is determined to overcome the distractions, so she commands her {{p|Liepard}} use {{m|Shadow Claw}}. Mega {{p|Blaziken}}'s counters it with a {{m|Blaze Kick}}. {{an|Clemont}} calls out {{TP|Clemont|Bunnelby}} and {{TP|Clemont|Chespin}} for help as well, and commands his {{TP|Clemont|Luxray}} to use {{m|Wild Charge}}, which misses. Chespin then uses {{m|Pin Missile}} while [[Clembot]] commands {{TP|Clemont|Heliolisk}} use {{m|Dragon Tail}}, but Liepard and Druddigon avoid the attacks. Liepard uses Dark Pulse, but it is countered by a {{m|Mud Shot}} from Bunnelby. [[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]] has his Mega Blaziken use {{m|Flamethrower}}, but Druddigon avoids the attack, and retaliates with {{m|Dragon Claw}}. Meanwhile, Mairin asks {{an|Serena}} if she has seen Alain and Ash, but she says no. Serena tries to comfort Mairin, but after realizing that Mairin is worried for her [[Chespie]], decides to rescue the Spiny Nut Pokémon from [[Lysandre Labs]], together with Mairin and Sycamore. The three narrowly avoid a Dark Pulse, with Bryony claiming that they refuse to be ignored. She has her Liepard use Shadow Claw, but the Cruel Pokémon is hit by a Mud Shot. Clemont signals the three to go, and warns the Team Flare scientists that they are up against the [[Gym Leader]] of the [[Lumiose Gym]]. Meanwhile, {{TRT}} decides to infiltrate the Lysandre Labs to bring the organization down.

At the top of the Prism Tower, Lysandre thanks Alain for his efforts, as he reveals that Mega Evolution energy has given them the power to control Zygarde, shocking both Alain and Ash. He claims that the Mega Evolution energy is quite useful in destroying the imperfect world, and that the next sunrise shall mark the beginning of the new and beautiful world, a world full of peace. Hearing this, Alain is shattered and falls onto his knees, and he repeatedly slams his fist into the floor in anger and disappointment. Ash realizes that Alain collected all the energy for Chespie's sake, which is further backed by Lysandre, who remarks that Alain's wish had pure intent.

Continuing towards Lysandre Labs, Serena, Mairin and Professor Sycamore meet up with Team Rocket, who in their disguise, introduce themselves as members of Lumiose TV. They offer to take the three to Lysandre Labs in their news helicopter, and the three gladly take up the offer. In the news helicopter, Team Rocket is very glad, and excited at the success they would have in [[Kalos]] if they manage to take control of Team Flare's base.
Back on the ground, Bonnie notices Z2 attack Squishy with vines, but Squishy easily evades them and attacks Z2 with {{m|Extreme Speed}}. Squishy, however, is overwhelmed and knocked back. {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}} suggests Bonnie go towards Squishy and she runs off towards it. Concurrently, [[Diantha]] and her {{TP|Diantha|Gardevoir}} are rescuing the citizens from the vines, when they are approached by [[Sawyer]], {{an|Shauna}}, {{an|Tierno}} and {{an|Trevor}}, who are eager to help in the catastrophe. Diantha accepts their offer, and asks them to rescue and bring children and the elderly to the site, which they happily accept.

Meanwhile, Z2 knocks Squishy towards a building, which then proceeds to attack the former with {{m|Extreme Speed}}, but is overwhelmed, and bound by Z2's vines. [[Xerosic]] laughs at the sight, and exclaims that it wouldn't be long under Squishy falls under their influence as well. At the Prism Tower, Lysandre informs Ash about his interest in the [[Bond Phenomenon]] that he and his {{AP|Greninja}} can use to achieve new powers, and attempts to control the two with one of Team Flare's devices, wishing to take the power for himself. Ash and Greninja enter a trance when the device hits them, with {{AP|Pikachu}} and the others watching in horror for their friends, while Alain asks Lysandre to stop. However, Pikachu's voice gets through to Ash, which helps him and Greninja snap out of their trance and return to their senses. Lysandre tries to reason with Ash, informing him that he shall serve as a guide to humanity in the new world. Ash, however, refuses to succumb, and asks Alain to put a stop to what's currently happening; he states that he does not care what Alain has done, and that he believes in the Alain he knows. He adds that he really cares about the world, and the people and Pokémon who call it home, and refuses to let the world be destroyed. These feelings of his seem to synchronize with those of Greninja, and the two undergo [[Bond Phenomenon]] to successfully break through their restraining cuffs. Ash is exhausted due to breaking through his restraining cuffs, but Alain comes to aid him. Lysandre is dazzled by the spectacular exhibition of Bond Phenomenon, as he claims that even Mega Evolution could not overpower Ash and Greninja's bond. Alain thanks Ash for clearing him of his confusion, and calls out {{TP|Alain|Charizard}} to put an end to the chaos and destruction caused by Lysandre. Charizard uses Dragon Claw to destroy the restraints on Ash's other Pokémon. Lysandre is disappointed by Alain's betrayal, but claims that they would never be able to beat him and that none of them shall be needed in the new world. Having put on his equipment, Lysandre seems ready to put a stop to the two {{pkmn|Trainer}}s and challenges them to a battle.

Down at the base of the Prism Tower, Aliana and Bryony command Druddigon and Liepard to use attack, but Heliolisk uses {{m|Flash}} to blind them. A barrage of attacks from Luxray, Bunnelby and Chespin causes the two scientists to recall their exhausted Pokémon, and Clembot successfully captures the two Team Flare members, who blame each other for their loss. Bonnie finally reaches the site of the two battling Zygarde, and notices Xerosic attacking the bound Squishy with a beam. Out of blue, Bonnie is attacked by vines, and is saved in the nick of time by Mega Blaziken; she informs Blaziken Mask that she suspects that Squishy is going to lose. Bonnie holds her ears in pain as she hears Squishy's cries, which has finally succumbed to Team Flare's control. Lysandre is informed about the success, who is pleased that his beautiful world shall be created at a much faster pace. Ash is disappointed by the current way of events, and chides Lysandre for believing that his actions are creating peace. Lysandre, however, claims that Ash is just oblivious of the ugly parts of the world. He then explains that he once had a generous nature and would help those in need, but after those he supported grew accustomed to his aid and turned greedy, he became disillusioned with society. Because of this, he intends to "restart" the world before the arrogant and foolish people cause about their own destruction with their entitlement. He claims that Ash, Alain, and their Pokémon have no space in his utopia, as he sends out his {{TP|Lysandre|Pyroar}} and [[Shiny Pokémon|Shiny]] {{p|Gyarados}}. Lysandre then uses his ring, containing a Mega Stone, to Mega Evolve Gyarados. Alain responds by immediately Mega Evolving Charizard, and both sides are ready to battle. Meanwhile, at the Lysandre Labs, [[Mable]] and [[Celosia]] notice the news helicopter approaching on their surveillance screen, and decide to confront the intruders. Inside the Prism Tower, Clemont tries to breach through a door, but he cannot find the correct lock code, so Clembot tries to help and proceeds to analyse all of the possible codes.

Lysandre begins the battle by commanding his pair use {{m|Incinerate}}, but Ash counters by having Pikachu and {{AP|Goodra}} use {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|Dragon Pulse}} respectively. Greninja follows up with {{m|Cut}}, but Pyroar uses {{m|Hyper Beam}} to attack, which is countered by {{AP|Noivern}}'s {{m|Boomburst}}. Alain's Charizard uses Dragon Claw, but Gyarados uses {{m|Stone Edge}} to hit the Flame Pokémon. {{AP|Noivern}} and {{AP|Hawlucha}} strike back with Dragon Claw and {{m|Karate Chop}} next; Pyroar counters with {{m|Fire Fang}}, but he is successfully hit by the Karate Chop and Pikachu's Thunderbolt. Lysandre soon [[recall]]s his Pyroar. Ash retorts that Squishy will be rescued, and that Lysandre’s selfishness will not destroy the world.

Meanwhile, Squishy wreaks havoc across Lumiose City with vines, while Bonnie tries desperately to follow after her friend.

==Major events==

* [[Squishy]] battles against [[Z2]], but ends up getting subdued by it.
* Squishy is revealed to know {{m|Extreme Speed}}.
* [[Lysandre]] reveals to [[Alain]] his true purpose of having him collect [[Mega Evolution]] energy.
* {{an|Serena}}, [[Mairin]], and {{an|Professor Sycamore}} head to [[Lysandre Labs]] to rescue [[Chespie]], with the help of {{TRT}}.
* {{Ash}} and Greninja free themselves from Lysandre's binds using [[Bond Phenomenon]], with Alain helping to free his other Pokémon.
* Alain turns against Lysandre.
* {{an|Clemont}} and [[Clembot]] defeat [[Bryony]] and [[Aliana]], with Clembot subduing them afterwards, allowing them to infiltrate the [[Lumiose Gym]] in order to reclaim it.
* [[Team Flare]] places Squishy under their control.
* Ash and Alain begin their battle against Lysandre.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
=====Main series debuts=====
* [[Siebold]] (flashback)

====Pokémon debuts====
=====Main series debuts=====
* {{me|Blastoise}}
* {{me|Gyarados}}
* {{me|Metagross}} ({{OP|Steven|Metagross}})

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Pokémon Quiz XY133.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Quiz]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Serena}}
* {{an|Clemont}}
* {{an|Bonnie}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Professor Sycamore}}
* [[Siebold]] (flashback)
* {{an|Steven Stone}} (flashback)
* [[Diantha]]
* [[Alain]]
* [[Mairin]]
* {{an|Tierno}}
* {{an|Trevor}}
* {{an|Shauna}}
* [[Sawyer]]
* [[Lysandre]]
* [[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]]
* [[Xerosic]]
* [[Celosia]]
* [[Bryony]]
* [[Mable]]
* [[Aliana]]
* [[Titus]] (flashback; image)
* {{tc|Team Flare Grunt}}s

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP XY133.png|thumb|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Zygarde}} {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|50% Forme}} ''(US and international)'' 
[[Pokémon Quiz]]: [[Ash's Greninja]] ([[Bond Phenomenon|Ash-Greninja]]) ''(Japan)''
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Wobbuffet}} ({{OP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}})
* {{p|Dedenne}} ({{OP|Clemont|Dedenne}})
* {{p|Greninja}} ({{OP|Ash|Greninja}}; [[Bond Phenomenon|Ash-Greninja]])
* {{p|Talonflame}} ({{OP|Ash|Talonflame}})
* {{p|Hawlucha}} ({{OP|Ash|Hawlucha}})
* {{p|Goodra}} ({{OP|Ash|Goodra}})
* {{p|Noivern}} ({{OP|Ash|Noivern}})
* {{p|Braixen}} ({{OP|Serena|Braixen}})
* {{p|Pancham}} ({{OP|Serena|Pancham}}; flashback)
* {{p|Bunnelby}} ({{OP|Clemont|Bunnelby}})
* {{p|Heliolisk}} ({{OP|Clemont|Heliolisk}})
* {{p|Chespin}} ({{OP|Clemont|Chespin}})
* {{p|Luxray}} ({{OP|Clemont|Luxray}})
* {{p|Garchomp}} ({{OP|Professor Sycamore|Garchomp}}; {{me|Garchomp}})
* {{p|Charizard}} ({{OP|Alain|Charizard}}; {{me|Charizard}} X)
* {{p|Lucario}} ({{OP|Korrina|Lucario}}; {{me|Lucario}}; flashback)
* {{p|Blastoise}} ([[Siebold]]'s; {{me|Blastoise}}; flashback)
* {{p|Metagross}} ({{OP|Steven|Metagross}}; {{Shiny}}; {{me|Metagross}}; flashback)
* {{p|Gardevoir}} ({{OP|Diantha|Gardevoir}}; {{me|Gardevoir}})
* {{p|Pyroar}} ({{OP|Lysandre|Pyroar}}; male)
* {{p|Gyarados}} ([[Lysandre]]'s; {{Shiny}}; {{me|Gyarados}})
* {{p|Liepard}} ([[Bryony]]'s)
* {{p|Druddigon}} ([[Aliana]]'s)
* {{p|Blaziken}} ([[Meyer|Blaziken Mask]]'s; {{me|Blaziken}})
* {{p|Altaria}} ([[Titus]]'s; flashback; image)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|Zygarde Core and 50% Forme}}; [[Squishy]]; Zygarde Core in flashback)
* {{p|Zygarde}} ({{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Zygarde|50% Forme}}; [[Z2]])

===Other===
* [[Clembot]]

==Trivia==
[[File:Title Card XY Ash V2.png|200px|thumb|The title card segment focuses on Ash for this episode]]
* [[Poké TV]]: Interrupted by [[Xerosic]] who talks on the subject of [[Mega Evolution]] energy.
* {{an|Bonnie}}, {{an|Clemont}}, [[Clembot]], {{Ash}}, and Xerosic narrate the preview for the [[XY134|next episode]].
* {{cat|Ash's Pokémon}}, [[Clemont's Luxray]], and [[Clemont's Heliolisk]] remain outside of their {{i|Poké Ball}}s for the entire episode.
* All three options in the [[Pokémon Quiz]] (besides {{TRT}}) are Pokémon that Ash owned at the time of this episode's airing: {{p|Greninja}}, {{p|Infernape}}, and {{p|Charizard}}.
* A remix of {{OBP|XY&Z|song}} is used as an insert song when Ash and {{AP|Greninja}} free themselves using [[Bond Phenomenon]].
* The English dub title for this episode is a reference to the phrase "''Coming apart at the seams''".

===Errors===
* After {{me|Blaziken}} dodges {{p|Druddigon}}'s {{m|Dragon Claw}}, Clemont's glasses are missing the yellow part in the middle.
* After [[Lysandre]] announces his intention to control Ash and Greninja, cables can be seen coming from the two bug devices firing the beams, despite them initially being wireless.
* When the devices were being sent up to Ash and Greninja, {{AP|Pikachu}}'s cuffs for his legs are missing. This was fixed in the dub.
* When Ash resists being controlled by Lysandre, Greninja is shown somewhat as Ash-Greninja, despite the fact that the transformation hadn't begun yet. This was fixed in the dub.
** In the same scene, Pikachu is missing his tail.
* Before Ash and Greninja transform into Ash-Greninja, {{AP|Talonflame}} is missing the yellow cere on its beak.
* When {{TP|Alain|Charizard}} frees Ash's Pokémon, the outside of {{AP|Noivern}}'s eyes are green instead of yellow.
* When Lysandre moves to the top of Prism Tower to face Ash and [[Alain]] after equipping the Lysandre Machine, Alain's left glove and [[Mega Ring]] briefly disappear.
* When Mega Blaziken saves Bonnie, there is no fire emerging from its wrists.
* Shortly after Xerosic announces Team Flare have control of [[Squishy]], the bottom of Ash's T-shirt is white instead of black.
* Lysandre's {{Shiny}} {{p|Gyarados}} doesn't sparkle when it is released from its Poké Ball.
* When Greninja uses {{m|Cut}}, its light blue stripes are the same as its giant Water Shuriken.
* Greninja is seen charging up Cut despite being shown using it in the previous shot.
** Additionally, its fingers on its left hand are colored creme instead of blue in one frame.
* When Ash commands Noivern to use {{m|Dragon Claw}}, the borders on his gloves are black instead of red.
* As Ash commands Noivern to use Dragon Claw, Noivern's face is white.
** At the same moment, the bottom of Pikachu's legs are cut off.
*** A few frames later, part of Noivern's bottom jaw is white.
* When Noivern uses Dragon Claw on {{TP|Lysandre|Pyroar}}, Noivern's tail is missing.
* When Lysandre recalls his Pyroar, he is seen without his equipment.
* When Bonnie is chasing after Squishy, there are frames where {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}} is missing the antenna on his left cheek.
* Ash-Greninja is missing the webs on its left hand when Ash talks to Lysandre.
* Throughout the episode, the news helicopter in which {{TRT}}, {{an|Professor Sycamore}}, {{an|Serena}} and [[Mairin]] travel has the port/starboard lights reversed.

===Dub edits===
* Several scenes are completely reanimated so that Ash, Pikachu, Greninja, Hawlucha, and {{AP|Goodra}} are no longer in a crucifixion-like pose when restrained by Lysandre's devices, a change that was presumably done to placate western censors due to the religious implications. However, these edits were not present in the previous episode, leading to some inconsistencies.
* When Lysandre attempts to put Ash and Greninja under his control the two no longer scream in pain, instead looking in a trance-like state as they are being put under Lysandre's control.
** In several non-English dubs, the screaming is retained, but the dub animation is used.
** This reanimation also removes the earlier error of Ash-Greninja being present during the scene where the devices were being sent up to them.
* XY&Z is replaced with an instrumental version of [[Stand Tall]].

==In other languages==
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'''Meloetta and the Undersea Temple!''' (Japanese: '''メロエッタと海底の神殿！''' ''Meloetta and the Undersea Temple!'') is the 96th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', and the 753rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on September 27, 2012, in the United Kingdom on December 31, 2012, and in the United States on January 19, 2013.

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==Blurb==

While Ash is doing some special training at Cynthia’s house in preparation for the Unova League, the villains of Team Rocket are finishing preparations to launch their latest diabolical scheme: Operation Tempest!

After watching a training battle, Meloetta wants in on the action. Ash and Krookodile have just accepted Meloetta’s challenge when an enormous Golurk descends upon the battlefield, ridden by its Trainer, Larry—who immediately accuses Ash of being a villain and kidnapping Meloetta! The misunderstanding is quickly sorted out, and Larry explains that he’s one of Meloetta’s protectors, and that he and Golurk have been looking for the Mythical Pokémon for quite some time after it was taken away by some unknown villains.

The villains in question quickly make themselves known: a pair of Team Rocket agents have tracked Meloetta to Cynthia’s house, intending to recapture it! Larry says he and Golurk will battle them while Ash and the others get Meloetta out of harm’s way. The group begins their run—but their path is soon blocked by Jessie, James, and Meowth! Iris and Cilan stand against them while Ash, Pikachu, and Meloetta go on alone.

Unfortunately, they’re playing right into Team Rocket’s hands, and the Boss is waiting to apprehend them! Giovanni and his Persian trap Ash and Pikachu in a cage, and he orders Meloetta to surrender or watch its friends be hurt. Meloetta has no choice, and the three of them are taken onto Team Rocket’s helicopter, then transferred into a submarine that descends to a ruined temple at the bottom of Undella Bay.

Ash watches helplessly as Meloetta is restrained inside the temple. Dr. Zager begins to play a recording of Meloetta’s haunting song, which unlocks an ancient seal, transforming the temple and raising it to the surface of the bay. As soon as the path is clear, Giovanni makes his way to the innermost part of the temple and claims the Reveal Glass—a mystical mirror with unknown powers! What is Operation Tempest really about? Could this be the greatest threat the Unova region has ever faced?!

==Plot==
Somewhere in the sea near [[Unova]], a [[Team Rocket]] helicopter lands on a floating platform. {{an|Giovanni}} steps out from the helicopter along with a few {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s and is welcomed by [[Jessie]], [[James]], {{MTR}}, and [[Dr. Zager]]. Giovanni gazes into the distance, with a sneer in his smile, and declares that the Unova region will soon be under the control of Team Rocket thanks to "Operation Tempest".

Meanwhile, at {{an|Cynthia}}'s villa in [[Undella Town]], {{Ash}} and {{an|Cilan}} have a training {{pkmn|battle}}, with [[Ash's Oshawott]] versus [[Cilan's Pansage]]. Cilan commands Pansage to use {{m|Bullet Seed}}, but Ash orders Oshawott to use {{m|Razor Shell}}. {{an|Meloetta}} is keen to join in, so it transforms into its Pirouette Forme, wanting to battle against Oshawott. Oshawott doesn't want this, as he is in love with Meloetta. Ash, who thinks a battle against Meloetta would be cool then sends out {{AP|Krookodile}} and the two start their battle. Meloetta uses {{m|Hyper Voice}}, but Krookodile manages to hold on. Ash orders him to use {{m|Stone Edge}}, but Meloetta manages to take all stones out with its {{m|Close Combat}}. Ash then orders Krookodile to use {{m|Dragon Claw}}. However, before the attack hits, a {{m|Flash Cannon}} comes out of nowhere, which is revealed to come from a {{p|Golurk}}. Ash takes the opportunity to scan it with his [[Pokédex]]. The Golurk flies down and lands with a mysterious man at its side. He accuses Ash and his group of being thieves for attacking Meloetta and orders his Golurk to attack them, but Meloetta intervenes, and the man understands that Ash and the others are in fact Meloetta's friends.

The man introduces himself as [[Ridley]], he bows and apologizes for his rash judgement earlier. Ridley informs everyone that he is a descendant of [[The Protectors]] who have been dedicated to caring for Meloetta for thousands of years. He explains that he and Meloetta lived a peaceful life hidden deep within a forested area of Unova, until {{TRT}} came in and stole Meloetta. He tried to stop them, but Team Rocket managed to escape with Dr. Zager's helicopter. Ridley then explains that Team Rocket kidnapped Meloetta to use its ability to summon the [[Abyssal Ruins]]. Ridley prepares to leave with Meloetta, assuring Ash and the others that he has already found another safe location to avoid Meloetta being taken again.

Their conversation is cut short when Team Rocket surrounds Cynthia's villa and creates a dark fog. Ridley and Meloetta try to escape but they are stopped by a {{p|Golem}} and a {{p|Rhydon}} used by two Team Rocket Grunts. The Rhydon approaches with a {{m|Megahorn}} but Ridley counters it with Golurk using {{m|Heavy Slam}}. Golem then uses {{m|Rock Blast}}. Ridley orders Ash and {{ashfr}} to escape while he battles them. After that, Ridley has Golurk use Heavy Slam again to take out Rhydon. Golem uses {{m|Steamroller}} to attack. [[Jervis]] calls Cynthia, who is out all day assisting with preparations for the upcoming event, to inform her of the emergency.

Ash and his friends continue to run away from Team Rocket but are now confronted by Jessie, James, and Meowth. James has his {{TP|James|Yamask}} use {{m|Will-O-Wisp}} to trap them. Meloetta tries to escape by turning invisible, but James uses his infrared glasses and orders Yamask to use {{m|Shadow Ball}}. Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}} run away while Cilan and {{an|Iris}} stay behind to fight the Rocket trio off.

Pikachu suddenly stops, sensing another Pokémon. This Pokémon turns out to be none other than [[Giovanni's Persian]], which Ash's scans with his Pokédex. Giovanni appears as well, having come to steal Meloetta. He orders Persian use {{m|Shadow Claw}}, but Ash has Pikachu use {{m|Iron Tail}} to take him down. Giovanni, upon seeing Meloetta has turned invisible with his infrared glasses, orders his Persian launch a {{m|Power Gem}} to take Ash and Pikachu down. This also causes Meloetta to appear, in shock. A helicopter traps Ash and Pikachu with a synthetic cube. Giovanni orders Meloetta to come with him or else he will crush Ash. With no other options, Meloetta agrees and comes with him. The cube containing Ash and Pikachu is also taken along. They head to the Abyssal Ruins in a submarine where the final stage of Team Rocket's Operation Tempest begins. Meloetta is transferred to a four-pointed star shaped altar and trapped by an incredible power. Using a recording of Meloetta's song, Giovanni is able to unseal the [[Reveal Glass]] hidden deep inside the Ruins. The Ruins soon rise from the seafloor, revealing an ancient pyramid-shaped structure.

Ridley can hear Meloetta's distinctive song and is certain it is under Undella Bay. He alerts Cynthia, who has rushed back in time, to the unfolding crisis. She orders Jervis prepare the cruiser boat so they can rescue Meloetta.

==Major events==

* [[Team Rocket]]'s Operation Tempest enters its final stage.
* {{an|Meloetta}} is revealed to know {{m|Hyper Voice}}.
* {{Ash}} meets {{an|Giovanni}} for the first time since [[Mewtwo Returns|their unofficial encounter]] at [[Mount Quena]].
* [[Giovanni's Persian]] is seen battling for the first time.
* Ash battles Giovanni with his {{AP|Pikachu}}, but is defeated.
* Team Rocket successfully captures Meloetta and takes it, along with the imprisoned Ash and Pikachu, to the [[Abyssal Ruins]].
* Giovanni uses Meloetta's {{m|Relic Song|song}} to unseal the [[Reveal Glass]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Ridley]]

====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da BW096.png|200px|thumb|right|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Giovanni}}
* {{an|Cynthia}}
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* [[Ridley]]
* [[Jervis]]
* {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s
* [[The Protectors]] (flashback)
* Workers

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW096.png|thumb|right|200px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Golurk}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Krookodile}} ({{OP|Ash|Krookodile}})
* {{p|Pansage}} ({{OP|Cilan|Pansage}})
* {{p|Woobat}} ({{OP|Jessie|Woobat}})
* {{p|Yamask}} ({{OP|James|Yamask}})
* {{p|Persian}} ({{OP|Giovanni|Persian}})
* {{p|Golurk}} ([[Ridley]]'s)
* {{p|Rhydon}} ({{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}'s)
* {{p|Golem}} ({{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}'s)
* {{p|Meloetta}} ({{an|Meloetta|anime}})

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: [[Forces of Nature]]{{tt|*|Initial airing}}/{{p|Carracosta}}{{tt|*|Subsequent airings as Professor Oak's Live Caster}}
** Viewers could call one of three phone numbers to hear facts about either {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, or {{p|Landorus}}. One random caller won a [[Nintendo 3DS XL]] with a prepaid gift card, which allows the player gain access on [[Pokédex 3D Pro]].
* This episode was aired in several countries before its airing in {{pmin|the United States}}:
** On December 31, 2012, it was aired in {{pmin|the United Kingdom}}, nineteen days before.
** On January 3, 2013, it was aired in {{pmin|Italy}} (on K2), sixteen days before.
** On January 9, 2013, it was aired in {{pmin|Poland}} (on Disney XD), ten days before.
* This episode aired on January 19, 2013 in {{pmin|Latin America}}, at the same time as the United States airing.
** It was supposed to air in English, but the dubbed Latin American Spanish track was erroneously broadcast on Cartoon Network USA via the {{wp|Second audio program|Secondary Audio Track}} in the United States. The Latin American dub was scheduled to debut on November 14, 2013.
* The episode's English [[dub]] title is a literal and punctuative copy of the Japanese title.
* Despite having made its debut [[EP015|over 700 episodes ago]], this is the first time when [[Giovanni's Persian]] is seen using any [[move]]s.
** This is also the first episode to show Persian's [[Poké Ball]].
** This is also the first time when Persian is scanned with a [[Pokédex]].
* This episode marks the first time that Ash has a battle directly against the leader of a [[villainous team]].
** Also, as of this episode, Ash has battled all the official [[Generation I]] [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Kanto]].
* Despite {{TRT}} being prominently highlighted, {{MTR}} only has one line in the episode (which is saying ''"Yes, sir!"'' alongside [[Jessie]] and [[James]] after {{an|Giovanni}}'s arriving).
* This marks one of the very few times in the Pokémon anime when a character has threatened to kill another character, as Giovanni threatens to squash Ash and Pikachu inside of a shrinking force field cube if Meloetta doesn't give itself up.
* Background music from ''[[M12|Arceus and the Jewel of Life]]'', ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'', [[M14|''White—Victini and Zekrom'' and ''Black—Victini and Reshiram'']] was used in this episode.
* The spiraling staircase in the Abyssal Ruins resemble the same stairs seen in the [[Relic Castle]] in the previews for the two [[BW023 (unaired)|unaired]] [[BW024 (unaired)|episodes]]. Also, the way the [[Reveal Glass]] rises from the top of the stairs resembles the way the [[Meteonite]] revealed itself in the same preview.

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File:BW096 TR TP original 1.png|Original
File:BW096 TR TP original 2.png|Original
File:BW096 TR TP original 3.png|Original
File:Meteonite.png|Original
File:BW096 Tempest 1.png|Operation Tempest
File:BW096 Tempest 2.png|Operation Tempest
File:BW096 Tempest 3.png|Operation Tempest
File:Reveal Glass anime.png|Operation Tempest
</gallery>

===Errors===
* At one point, when Jessie gives a command to Woobat, the loop of the R on her shirt is fully colored in.
* In the Polish dub, {{m|Air Slash}} is mistakenly called {{m|Slash}}.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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|ru={{tt|Мелоэтта и Подводный храм!|Meloetta and the Undersea Temple!}}
|th={{tt|เมโลเอตตากับวิหารใต้น้ำ!|Meloetta and the Undersea Temple!}}
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BW086

2023-01-22T00:04:03Z

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|en_op={{so|Rival Destinies}}
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* {{BMGf|133074|Preview thread on BMGf}} ''Closed''
* {{BMGf|135208|Original review thread on BMGf}}
* {{BMGf|141749|Dub review thread on BMGf}}
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'''Piplup, Pansage, and a Meeting of the Times!''' (Japanese: '''ポッチャマVSヤナップ！華麗なるバトル！！''' ''{{tt|Pochama|Piplup}} VS {{tt|Yanappu|Pansage}}! The Magnificent Battle!!'') is the 86th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', and the 743rd episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on June 28, 2012 and in the United States on November 3, 2012.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Flying with Cynthia to Undella Town in eastern Unova, our heroes marvel at the variety of Pokémon they see. As soon as they land, they’re whisked off to Cynthia’s beautiful vacation home in a stretch limo driven by her butler, Jervis. They were unaware that Meloetta had been invisibly following them, until it reappears in the car—right in Ash’s lap! But the Pokémon is a bit shy, and it disappears again after a few minutes. Meanwhile, Team Rocket is secretly watching their every move...

When they arrive at Cynthia’s house, who should be waiting for them but Dawn and Piplup! After a happy reunion with Ash, Dawn meets Iris and Cilan, plus all the new Pokémon traveling with them in the Unova region. Ash finally convinces Meloetta to come out of hiding to meet Dawn, as well—and when the Mythical Pokémon appears, Piplup and Oshawott promptly start competing for its attention!

When our heroes discover that Dawn is also planning to enter the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup, everyone wants to have a battle with her! Cilan is up first, in an exciting Connoisseur-versus-Coordinator match, and gives a glowing (if long-winded) evaluation of Dawn’s bond with Piplup in the middle of the battle. Then, Meloetta causes another interruption when it wanders onto the battlefield to dance with Piplup, inspired by its beautiful Contest moves. Jervis wisely calls a time-out until everyone is a bit less distracted.

Dawn promises to battle Iris next, and then it’s Ash’s turn! The four of them look forward to training together at Cynthia’s villa in preparation for the Junior Cup, while Team Rocket secretly continues to implement its most important mission ever...

==Plot==
Following his latest Gym victory, {{Ash}}, {{an|Cynthia}} and {{ashfr}} take a flight from [[Virbank City]] to [[Undella Town]]. As they approach the seaside resort town, they spot the crystal blue waters, a pod of {{p|Wailord}} breaching the surface and {{p|Wingull}} flying overhead. {{an|Cilan}} remarks that every time he looks out the window, he's deeply moved. Cynthia then explains that many Pokémon from other [[region]]s live in East [[Unova]]. They soon arrive in Undella Town.

After they land, Ash sees a red spot in the distance, which he thinks it's a {{p|Staryu}}. The gang rushes over to get a closer look at the Staryu when a {{an|Meloetta}} quietly appears. Ash declares that he's here for the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]], and they are going to win, get stronger, and then participate in the Unova League. While they are speaking, Cynthia's butler, [[Jervis]] drives in with a limousine, asking them to go to Cynthia's villa. Suddenly, {{TRT}} appears, noticing that Meloetta is quietly following Ash and his friends. When it's time to go, Meloetta sneaks into Jervis's car, following Ash and friends to Cynthia's villa.

On the way, when Cilan is speaking to Cynthia, Ash spots a {{p|Rattata}}, when suddenly Meloetta appears and sits on Ash's lap. Seeing Ash, Meloetta seems very excited, when Cynthia says that Meloetta must really like Ash, so that's why Meloetta keeps following Ash around. A while later, they arrive at Cynthia's villa, but when Jervis opens the villa's door, Meloetta suddenly disappears again.

Ash calls out for it to come back, but it doesn't respond. {{an|Iris}} says it'll come back later, and Cynthia says that it must surely be shy. The gang then enters Cynthia's villa and when Ash gets to the living room, {{an|Dawn|someone}} suddenly sneaks up on Ash and {{AP|Pikachu}}, tapping Ash's shoulder. Iris and Cilan just stand there wondering what's happening, and Ash turns around and sees Dawn. Ash is pleasantly surprised, and they exchange greetings and then give each other a high five.

The gang sits down for a cup of tea and Dawn congratulates Ash on getting the eight needed [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s to join Unova's {{pkmn|League Conference}}. She then reveals to Iris and Cilan that {{an|Professor Oak}} told her all about them. Dawn starts introducing herself and her {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}, but Iris and Cilan have also heard about Dawn thanks to Ash. They know she is a {{pkmn|Coordinator}} who traveled with Ash in the [[Sinnoh]] region. Iris then asks her what is the difference between Coordinators and regular {{pkmn|Trainer}}s, and Dawn informs her about [[Pokémon Contest]]s. After that, Cilan says he would like to evaluate Piplup, and Dawn realizes that she is talking with a {{pkmn|Connoisseur}}. Ash tells Dawn that, since she came to Unova, she could have contacted him, to which Dawn replies that she has been pretty busy lately. She reveals that she only recently set foot in the region and decided to come after learning that Cynthia would attend the Junior Cup. She also mentions that she has visited [[Nimbasa City]] to watch a [[Pokémon Musical]] and get inspiration for future Contests as well as to watch one of [[Elesa]]'s fashion shows. At one point, Piplup notices something, and Ash realizes it must have been Meloetta. He wishes to introduce it, but the {{pkmn|category|Melody Pokémon}} begins to act shy and remains invisible.

After that, everyone goes outside to reveal their Pokémon to each other. Iris and Cilan send out all their Pokémon [[Party|on hand]] while Ash sends out {{AP|Oshawott}}, {{AP|Pignite}}, {{AP|Snivy}}, {{AP|Scraggy}}, and {{AP|Krokorok}}. Dawn then sends out {{cat|Dawn's Pokémon|all of her Pokémon}} on hand. Proving not to have lost her love interest for {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} proceeds toward him. Oshawott then begins to show brief love interest for Buneary, but Buneary ignores him and cuddles up on Pikachu. Then, Oshawott's [[scalchop]] falls off and Piplup tries to put it on his head, but it falls off and {{TP|Dawn|Pachirisu}} kicks it over a ledge, so Oshawott chases after it. Ash then notices {{TP|Dawn|Quilava}}, who brushes up against him, with Dawn adding that her Cyndaquil had [[Evolution|evolved]]. Right then, {{TP|Dawn|Mamoswine}} begins to hear Meloetta and Piplup notices as well. Ash then tells Meloetta that it is okay to show itself, and it does this time. After greeting Dawn, Piplup develops a crush on Meloetta. When Oshawott returns with his scalchop in hand, he notices that Piplup also has a crush on Meloetta, and a rivalry develops between them. Out of jealousy, Oshawott uses {{m|Aqua Jet}} on Piplup, though Ash immediately demands he apologize.

After this long-awaited reunion, Ash asks Dawn to {{pkmn|battle}}. However, Cilan interrupts and asks to battle Dawn first, saying he would like to do an evaluation of a Pokémon that was {{pkmn|training|raised}} by a Coordinator. Although disappointed, Ash allows Cilan to go first. Cilan sends out {{TP|Cilan|Pansage}} and Dawn uses Piplup. Pansage opens up the battle with {{m|Bullet Seed}} and Dawn commands Piplup to knock the seeds back with {{m|Drill Peck}}, using the opponent's move to her own advantage much like in a [[Contest Battle]] while making Pansage the only one to take [[damage]]. Pansage then uses {{m|Rock Tomb}} and Piplup uses {{m|Bubble Beam}} as a [[Counter Shield]] to repel Pansage's attack. Cilan starts his evaluation time which eventually leads to order Pansage to use {{m|Solar Beam}} while Dawn commands Piplup use a {{m|Ice Beam}}. The attacks collide and create a shining light.

Upon seeing the beautiful display that Piplup and Pansage have put on, Meloetta becomes fascinated and begins dancing around with Piplup. Oshawott comes out of his {{i|Poké Ball}} and is immediately jealous sees this and is infuriated moreso by Piplup's smirk. Ash tells Meloetta that he and his friends are all competing in the Junior Cup and that he hopes it will cheer all of them on. After this, Team Rocket, spying from behind a bush, remark that Meloetta is on the verge of becoming a "[[twerp]] Pokémon", and also begin talking about their plan to capture Meloetta.

As day turns to evening, everyone relaxes on the villa deck drinking tea while Meloetta is over by the water sitting on a rock and singing its special song, soothing everybody. Meanwhile, Team Rocket along with [[Dr. Zager]] reveal they are ready to begin their plot to capture Meloetta and that their plan will involve the [[Abyssal Ruins]].

==Major events==

[[File:Ash Dawn reunion BW.png|thumb|250px|Dawn and Piplup reuniting with Ash and Pikachu]]
* {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} arrive in [[Undella Town]].
* {{an|Meloetta}} officially joins the group.
* Ash reunites with {{an|Dawn}}, with {{an|Iris}} and {{an|Cilan}} meeting her for the first time.
* Dawn is revealed to have obtained a new [[Pokédex]] and a [[Xtransceiver]].
* Dawn reveals her intention to participate in the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]].
* Ash learns that Dawn's {{p|Cyndaquil}} [[DPS01|has evolved]] into {{TP|Dawn|Quilava}}.
* Cilan challenges Dawn to a friendly battle, which gets interrupted by Meloetta.
* [[Dawn's Piplup]] is revealed to have learned {{m|Drill Peck}} and {{m|Ice Beam}}.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Humans====
* [[Jervis]]

====Pokémon debuts====
=====Main series and English dub debuts=====
* [[Dawn's Quilava]]

==Characters==
===Humans===
[[File:Dare da BW086.png|200px|thumb|right|{{tt|Dare da?|Who's That Pokémon?}}]]
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Elesa]] (flashback)
* {{an|Cynthia}}
* [[Dr. Zager]]
* [[Jervis]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW086.png|thumb|right|201px|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Piplup}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Pignite}} ({{OP|Ash|Pignite}})
* {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Ash|Snivy}})
* {{p|Scraggy}} ({{OP|Ash|Scraggy}})
* {{p|Krokorok}} ({{OP|Ash|Krokorok}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Pachirisu}} ({{OP|Dawn|Pachirisu}})
* {{p|Mamoswine}} ({{OP|Dawn|Mamoswine}})
* {{p|Quilava}} ({{OP|Dawn|Quilava}})
* {{p|Togekiss}} ({{OP|Dawn|Togekiss}})
* {{p|Excadrill}} ({{OP|Iris|Excadrill}})
* {{p|Emolga}} ({{OP|Iris|Emolga}})
* {{p|Pansage}} ({{OP|Cilan|Pansage}})
* {{p|Crustle}} ({{OP|Cilan|Crustle}})
* {{p|Stunfisk}} ({{OP|Cilan|Stunfisk}})
* {{p|Meloetta}} ({{an|Meloetta|anime}})
* {{p|Alomomola}} (multiple)
* {{p|Staryu}} (multiple)
* {{p|Wailord}} (multiple)
* {{p|Wingull}} (multiple)
* {{p|Rattata}} (multiple)
* {{p|Frillish}} (male)
* {{p|Deerling}} (flashback)
* {{p|Swanna}} (flashback)
* {{p|Gothita}} (flashback)
* {{p|Gothitelle}} (flashback)
* {{p|Cottonee}} (flashback)

==Trivia==
[[File:Dawn Xtransceiver.png|thumb|250px|Dawn's Xtransceiver]]
* This is the first episode to air in Japan after the earliest releases of [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2]] in Japan, {{pmin|Greater China|Hong Kong, and Taiwan}}.
* The episode's English [[dub]] title is a play on a {{wp|Simon & Garfunkel}} album titled ''{{wp|Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme}}'', which in turn was named after a line from the folk song {{wp|Scarborough Fair (ballad)|Scarborough Fair}}.
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster|Team Rocket's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Meloetta}}{{tt|*|Initial airing}}/{{p|Unfezant}}{{tt|*|Subsequent airings as Professor Oak's Live Caster}}
** Viewers could call one of three phone numbers to hear an answer from either [[Jessie]], [[James]], or {{MTR}}. Five random callers won [[Pokémon]] merchandise.
* Much like {{an|Misty}}'s guest appearance in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'' and {{an|May}}'s guest appearance in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', {{an|Dawn}} makes a return.
** However, unlike the first two, Dawn doesn't reappear in new clothing or with a change in her team.
*** However, she does have a change in her team in the English dub and from {{Ash}}'s point of view.
* This is the first instance of [[Counter Shield]] being used since ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'' concluded, as well as the only use of it in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black and White]]''.
* This marks the first appearance of [[Dawn's Quilava]] in the English dub, since [[DPS01|the episode]] it evolved in never aired outside of Japan.
* This episode marks the first time a Pokémon from [[Generation IV]] appears in the [[Who's That Pokémon?]] eyecatch.
* As of this episode, Dawn now has a [[Unova]] [[Pokédex]] and a [[Xtransceiver]] in place of her [[Sinnoh]] Pokédex and [[Pokétch]]. However, she goes back to wearing her Pokétch when she returns in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''.
* The plane that Ash, Iris, and Cilan, ride on their trip to eastern Unova bears a resemblance to a {{wp|Boeing 314 Clipper}}.

===Errors===
* In the preview for [[BW087|the next episode]], {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}'s beak is missing for a split-second.

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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BW044

2023-01-21T23:37:48Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Plot */

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title_en=Purrloin: Sweet or Sneaky?|
title_ja=チョロネコに御用心！ニャースとミジュマル！！|
title_ja_trans=Beware of Choroneko! Nyarth and Mijumaru!! |
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'''Purrloin: Sweet or Sneaky?''' (Japanese: '''チョロネコに御用心！ニャースとミジュマル！！''' ''Beware of {{tt|Choroneko|Purrloin}}! {{tt|Nyarth|Meowth}} and {{tt|Mijumaru|Oshawott}}!!'') is the 44th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', and the 701st episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 25, 2011 and in the United States on December 3, 2011.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

Our heroes are on their way toward Nimbasa City for Ash’s fourth Gym Badge challenge when they come across a Purrloin. Meowth, still traveling with the gang, is entirely smitten with the cutie-pie Pokémon, as are Oshawott and Iris—but Cilan’s previous experiences with a Purrloin were so horrible, he doesn’t even want to talk about them!

With Meowth translating, Purrloin tells our heroes that a good friend is trapped in a cave up ahead, and pleads with them to come and help. Cilan refuses to believe Purrloin and stays behind, but everyone else decides to join the rescue, only to find that the story is a hoax—Purrloin has lured them into the cave to steal Ash’s backpack and food!

Outside, Cilan is waiting for the others to come back when a Trainer named Misha comes looking for her Purrloin. They rush to the cave to confront Purrloin, and with Meowth’s translation help, Purrloin and Misha resolve a serious misunderstanding that had kept them apart.

It’s not all happy reunions, though—just as everyone is about to hug and make up, the ground collapses under their feet, and our heroes are swept away in a landslide! Left on solid ground, Purrloin runs off to fetch help, and manages to convince a flock of Tranquill (earlier victims of Purrloin’s thieving ways) to come to the rescue, and everyone is safe and sound once more.

Meanwhile, Jessie and James continue Team Rocket’s mysterious mission without Meowth...

==Plot==
A {{p|Purrloin}} spies on a pair of nesting {{p|Tranquill}}, waiting for an opportunity to steal some {{Berries}}. The Tranquill communicate by flapping their wings before leaving their nest, and the Berries, behind. Purrloin sneaks into the nest, and eats one, only to be discovered by one of the Tranquill. Purrloin extends its claws in response. Just when it thinks it is safe, a huge flock of Tranquill swarm the nest. Purrloin quickly flees for safety, being pursued by the Tranquill. However, Purrloin gains speed and races off into the depths of the forest, leaving the confused Tranquill behind.

Continuing on towards [[Nimbasa City]], {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}, now including {{MTR}}, are walking through a forest. Meowth explains that he is in fact good in character, and that everything is better with his new friends, though {{AP|Pikachu}} still doubts Meowth's intentions. Meowth is deeply moved by Ash's sentiments towards him in contrast to Pikachu's, and begins to wail and cry in joy. Meowth is in the middle of a huge emotional scene, when Purrloin runs into him, knocking him over. Meowth turns to see his attacker, only to instantly fall in love with Purrloin. Ash quickly scans Purrloin with the [[Pokédex]]. Though {{an|Cilan}} holds his arms up in front of him in defense, very briefly stating that a Purrloin did something terrible to him once, but refuses to elaborate.

As Meowth asks Purrloin what is wrong and, after looking away in a devious manner, Purrloin begins to plead to Meowth. Meowth, shocked, then turns to the others and explains that Purrloin is asking for help. Cilan warns everyone not to fall for Purrloin's cuteness, though Meowth decides to help Purrloin. All of a sudden, the group are attacked with {{m|Gust}} by the Tranquill flock, who have discovered Purrloin's location. Ash, observing that they must be agitated, sends out {{AP|Oshawott}} to help by using {{m|Water Gun}} in combination with Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}}, causing the Tranquill to flee in fear. Purrloin then tries to creep away, only to have Meowth stop the {{pkmn|category|Devious Pokémon}}. Purrloin then flatters Meowth, and also gets the attention of Oshawott. Meowth begins to fight over Purrloin with Oshawott, but Ash puts a stop to it. Afterwards the group venture over to a nearby stream to take a break. Purrloin tells Meowth that it didn't realize that the Berries belonged to the Tranquill. However, Cilan is still suspicious. Oshawott then uses Water Gun on Ash and Cilan, knocking some Berries out of Ash's [[bag|backpack]]. {{an|Iris}} is also overwhelmed by Purrloin’s cuteness, and tries to catch it, but Meowth blocks her, almost getting himself caught by her {{i|Poké Ball}}. Purrloin then sneaks away, preparing to steal the Berries from Ash's backpack.

Meanwhile, [[Jessie]] and [[James]] are taking photographs of [[Anville Town]]’s train yard, and discussing their feelings of loss over Meowth. While James is more concerned, Jessie is focused on the mission at hand, and orders their plans be executed that night.

Purrloin runs back to Ash and company, and claims that its friends are stuck in a deep cave up the road. The group agrees to help find them, though Cilan decides to stay behind, as he can't bring himself to trust Purrloin. The group are lead up a steep and rocky mountain, and Ash begins to grow tired. Purrloin asserts that they are almost there, and orders Ash to leave his backpack, arguing that it is heavy and might get in the way, but Ash refuses. Meanwhile, Cilan is waiting and becomes increasingly worried about the others. [[Misha]], a Trainer with her arm in a sling, arrives and asks Cilan if he has seen a Purrloin, and he exclaims that he has.

Purrloin guides Ash and the others through an abandoned mine tunnel, and gestures to a tiny hole, explaining that the group must crawl through it. The group barely squeezes their way through, so Purrloin has Meowth grab Ash’s backpack, insisting that it gets even narrower up ahead. Arriving in a larger area, Purrloin urges that its friends are down there and that Meowth must leave the backpack up above. The group jumps down the scaffolding, which is very old and begins to creak. Purrloin then bides goodbye from above, clutching Ash's backpack, declaring that it has no business with Ash and his friends anymore now that it has their food. Suddenly, the scaffolding collapses, sending Ash and the others into the pit below. While Purrloin is checking to see if everyone is alright, Cilan and Misha arrive on the scene. Purrloin confronts its Trainer about abandoning it, and Misha explains that she had been in an accident and was unable to come home. When the hospital had released her, she came home to find that Purrloin was gone. Purrloin initially refuses to believe Misha’s story, but begins to think it over.

Meowth is alarmed as the ground underneath his feet begins to sink. Ash and Iris rush to help, only to realize that they are sinking as well. Cilan and Misha try to pull everyone out with a rope, but the remaining scaffolding gives and they fall into the pit as well. Purrloin wants to help, however Misha warns it to stay put. Purrloin reminisces the good times it has had with its Trainer and rushes out of the tunnel, much to everyone's disappointment. Ash sends out {{AP|Snivy}} and has her use {{m|Vine Whip}} to grab the rope. As Snivy struggles to pull everyone out, Iris and Cilan send out {{TP|Iris|Excadrill}} and {{TP|Cilan|Pansage}} to assist. Suddenly, the rope snaps, and everyone begins to get pulled back under the sinking earth. Unexpectedly, the flock of Tranquill arrive and pull the group to safety just in time; all thanks to Purrloin, who had convinced the flock to come rescue Ash and his friends. The group is impressed with Purrloin's selfless actions and grateful to be saved, and Ash thanks the Tranquill and Purrloin for saving the day.

Now back at the tunnel entrance, Meowth explains how Purrloin endured Tranquill's Gust as it pleaded for the flock to rescue Ash and his friends. Misha thanks Purrloin, and it expresses remorse for the way it reacted to being left alone. The group is relieved that everything turned out alright, and Iris wishes the best for Misha and Purrloin, to which Misha expresses her gratitude. Meowth and Oshawott make one final romantic gesture toward Purrloin. However, Misha and Purrloin reveal that Purrloin is actually male, to Meowth and Oshawott's wistful disappointment and solemn heartbreak.

Meanwhile, Jessie and James guide the mobile lab of [[Dr. Zager]] as it lands in Anville Town in preparation for [[Team Rocket|Team Rocket's]] next operation.

==Major events==

* {{an|Iris}} tries to catch a {{p|Purrloin}}, not knowing it was [[Misha|already owned]], but {{MTR}} blocks the {{i|Poké Ball}}, almost resulting in him getting caught by her [[BW043|again]].
* [[Dr. Zager]] arrives in [[Anville Town]].
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====
=====TV episode debuts=====
* {{p|Purrloin}}

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Iris}}
* {{an|Cilan}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* [[Misha]]

===Pokémon===
[[File:WTP BW044.png|200px|thumb|Who's That Pokémon?]]
[[Who's That Pokémon?]]: {{p|Purrloin}}
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Axew}} ({{OP|Iris|Axew}})
* {{p|Oshawott}} ({{OP|Ash|Oshawott}})
* {{p|Snivy}} ({{OP|Ash|Snivy}})
* {{p|Excadrill}} ({{OP|Iris|Excadrill}})
* {{p|Pansage}} ({{OP|Cilan|Pansage}})
* {{p|Purrloin}} ([[Misha]]'s)
* {{p|Tranquill}} (multiple)

==Trivia==
* [[Professor Oak's Pokémon Live Caster]]: {{p|Beartic}}
* This episode aired the same day as ''[[M14|White—Victini and Zekrom]]'' was theatrically released in {{pmin|the United States}}.
* Close to the end of the episode, when {{MTR}} tries to ask {{p|Purrloin}} out for a date, he says, "Come on, baby, don't say maybe!" This refers to {{wp|Jackson Browne}} and {{wp|Glenn Frey}}'s song "{{wp|Take It Easy}}".
* On Pogo/Cartoon Network in {{pmin|India}}, this episode was aired only in English, even on the Hindi language feed. Hence, a CN version Hindi [[dub]] of this episode does not exist, although it was later dubbed in Hindi, Tamil and Telugu as a part of the Disney dubs when aired on Marvel HQ.

===Errors===

===Dub edits===
* In the English dub, Meowth calls Ash and his friends [[twerp]]s throughout the episode. In the Japanese version, he doesn't call them anything, as he was trying not to blow his cover.
* In the English dub, Ash says that he doesn't care why the Tranquill were angry before bringing out Oshawott. In the Japanese version, he just brings out Oshawott.
* In the English dub, Cilan says that Purrloin's tail looks like a pitchfork. In the Japanese version, he says that it looks like a devil's tail.
* In the English dub, Meowth asks for a favor after brushing off Misha's gratitude, and Misha asks what it is. In the Japanese version, he instead calls Misha "mother", and Misha repeats this back to him.
* In the English dub, Cilan calls the reveal that Purrloin is male a "menu substitution". In the Japanese version, he says that it is "in bad taste".
* In the English dub, the narrator says Meowth and Oshawott's love for Purrloin is unrequited. In the Japanese version, he says that their love "vanished into thin air" as soon as they discovered Purrloin's gender.

==In other languages==
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|th={{tt|ระวังโจโรเนโกะ! เนียสกับมิจูมารุ!!|Beware of Choroneko! Nyarth and Mijumaru!!}}
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DP139

2023-01-21T23:25:21Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Plot */

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altepcode=EP605 |
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title_en=A Faux Oak Finish!|
title_ja=オーキド博士を救出せよ！ニョロトノＶＳグレッグル！！|
title_ja_trans=Rescue Dr. Okido! Nyorotono VS Gureggru!! |
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'''A Faux Oak Finish!''' (Japanese: '''オーキド博士を救出せよ！ニョロトノＶＳグレッグル！！''' ''Rescue {{tt|Dr. Okido|Professor Oak}}! {{tt|Nyorotono|Politoed}} VS {{tt|Gureggru|Croagunk}}!!'') is the 139th episode of ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]'', and the 605th episode of the [[Pokémon anime]]. It first aired in Japan on August 20, 2009 and in the United States on January 9, 2010.

{{spoilers}}

==Blurb==

It’s the first day of the Twinleaf Festival, and Professor Oak is scheduled to give a lecture on “the interrelation of Pokémon and Evolution stones.” But a flat tire forces him to make a stop near a marshland, where he discovers a wealth of Pokémon! While there, he helps one of the Pokémon, a Lombre, evolve into a Ludicolo using a Water Stone.

Meanwhile, Team Rocket has decided that a great way to capitalize on the upcoming lecture is to sell Oak memorabilia—with James dressed up as the spitting image of Professor Oak to do the selling!

While waiting for Professor Oak to arrive, the festival committee—that is, Johanna, Izzy and Cara—mistakes James for the real Professor Oak and drags him to the lecture. Jessie and Meowth secretly convince James it’s a golden opportunity to steal the audience’s Poké Balls! Suddenly the real Professor Oak bursts in with Ash and friends, and everyone must figure out who in fact is the real Professor Oak...

But an ailing Tyranitar sends James blasting off again, and the real Professor Oak heals the Tyranitar by removing a thorn from its foot. This leaves the hapless Team Rocket with no Poké Balls, which proves who the real Professor Oak is!

==Plot==
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} are busily helping [[Johanna]] prepare for the upcoming [[Twinleaf Festival]]. Neighbours [[Izzy and Cara]] arrive and are worried that {{an|Professor Oak}} hasn't shown up yet, while his blimp should have already landed. Ash and his friends offer to help and head off to look for the Professor. Nearby, {{TRT}} are spying from a bush and come up with the plan of disguising [[James]] as Professor Oak, hoping to be able to pass him off as the real one. Izzy and Cara spot the imposter, mistaking the disguised James for the real Oak, and take him off to Johanna to get ready for his speech about the relationship between {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} and [[Evolution stone]]s.

Meanwhile, the real Professor Oak is standing by while his driver is replacing his tire on the car. Oak sees a marsh ahead of him and wanders off to see what Pokémon are in it. His driver tells him not to go too far, but Oak assures him that he is just going to look around.

Ash and his friends are running down the path and soon find the driver without Professor Oak, who directs them to find Oak at the nearby marsh. {{an|Dawn}} warns that she has heard that the marsh is full of quicksand.

James is getting ready to begin a speech for all the kids out in the crowd. He tries to escape a couple of times, but he is caught by Izzy and Cara.

Professor Oak is walking through the marsh and sees a {{p|Poliwhirl}}. He makes up a poem about it and sees a {{p|Politoed}} walk out of the bushes. He goes over to look at it when two {{p|Quagsire}} walk up next to him. He also makes a poem about them. Ash and friends are walking up and waving when the Quagsire pick Oak up and run off, following the Politoed, much to everyone's confusion. As they give chase, Dawn reminds them that there is quicksand around. {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}} takes the lead, but quickly sinks into quicksand. Dawn sends out {{TP|Dawn|Buneary}} to use Ice Beam to save Piplup. {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} then takes the lead and begins to walk. Suddenly he stops, but Piplup keeps walking and falls into quicksand again. Croagunk quickly throws him out of it. Croagunk leads them to a cave, out of which comes Politoed followed by the Quagsire. Politoed challenges Croagunk to a duel which Croagunk wins. They walk into the cave to find Oak with a {{p|Lombre}} and two other Quagsire. Oak tells them that Politoed just wanted him to come give Lombre the [[Water Stone]] to help with the Pokémon's depression. Oak breaks off a small piece of the Water Stone and gives it to Lombre, which evolves it into {{p|Ludicolo}} and makes it happy again.

Meanwhile, back at the Twinleaf Festival, James walks out onto stage as his nerves begin to get to him and he won't say a word. [[Jessie]] and {{MTR}} sneak over to the stage and tell James to think of this as a classic Team Rocket scheme to get tons of Pokémon. This encourages James and he begins to perform really well. Meowth wishes they had thought of this sooner as James is able to collect all the Pokémon in the crowd. Ash and his friends then run in with the real Professor Oak behind them. Dawn accuses the man on stage of being an imposter. James denies it, and a young boy from the crowd walks up and says that the real Professor Oak would be able to help him with his Pokémon, and sends out a {{p|Tyranitar}}. Izzy and Cara push James forward, but he is promptly blasted off by Tyranitar, with Jessie and Meowth running after him. Oak then walks up to Tyranitar and pulls a thorn out of its foot, making it happy. The boy is happy and everybody in the crowd cheers.

Meanwhile, James is dangling from a tree, while Jessie and Meowth are trying to figure out how to get him down. Their boss, [[Sayer]], then walks up, and James falls from the tree. Much to the trio's disappointment, Sayer orders them back to work.

==Major events==

* {{an|Dawn}} meets {{an|Professor Oak}} in person for the first time.
{{animeevents}}

===Debuts===
====Pokémon debuts====

==Characters==
===Humans===
* {{Ash}}
* {{an|Dawn}}
* {{an|Brock}}
* [[Jessie]]
* [[James]]
* {{an|Professor Oak}}
* [[Johanna]]
* [[Sayer]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Izzy]]
* [[Izzy and Cara|Cara]]
* {{pkmn|Trainer}}
* Limo Driver
* Children

===Pokémon===
* {{p|Pikachu}} ({{OP|Ash|Pikachu}})
* {{p|Meowth}} ({{TRM}})
* {{p|Piplup}} ({{OP|Dawn|Piplup}})
* {{p|Buneary}} ({{OP|Dawn|Buneary}})
* {{p|Croagunk}} ({{OP|Brock|Croagunk}})
* {{p|Tyranitar}} (Trainer's)
* {{p|Politoed}}
* {{p|Poliwhirl}}
* {{p|Quagsire}} (×6)
* {{p|Lombre}} (evolves)
* {{p|Ludicolo}} (newly evolved)

==Trivia==
* This is the second episode in which [[James]] disguised himself as {{an|Professor Oak}}; the first time was in ''[[EP245|Will the Real Oak Please Stand Up?]]''.
** Coincidentally enough, James shares the same TPCi voice actor with Professor Oak, [[Billy Beach]].
* This episode's English [[dub]] title is a play on "{{wp|Photo finish}}" and is also similar to [[EP272|another episode]]'s title. It may also refer to a wood paneling that seems to be {{wp|Oak|oak wood}}, often called faux oak.
* This is the first episode where [[Johanna]] is seen without her apron on.
* Only James blasts off in this episode.
** He is also the only one who recites the {{motto}}.
* [[Jessie's Wobbuffet]] doesn't appear in this episode.

===Errors===
* As {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} and {{p|Politoed}} are preparing to fight, there is a shot of {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}, in which {{an|Dawn}} is holding {{TP|Dawn|Piplup}}. In that shot, one of Dawn's arms is colored blue.
* While Politoed and Croagunk were fighting, Politoed's entire mouth was green.
* Politoed uses {{m|Jump Kick}}, a move that it [[anime move errors|cannot legally learn]].

<gallery>
Politoed Jump Kick.png|Politoed's green mouth
DP139 Error.png|Dawn's blue arm
</gallery>

===Dub edits===

==In other languages==
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Aura

2023-01-21T23:13:27Z

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[[File:Ash Aura.png|thumb|right|250px|{{Ash}} using Aura]]
'''Aura''' (Japanese: '''{{tt|波導|はどう}}''' ''wave-guiding'') is a form of spiritual energy described as the essence of every living thing. The concept was first introduced in ''[[M08|Lucario and the Mystery of Mew]]''.

==In the anime==
[[File:Lucario movie aura.png|thumb|left|250px|{{OBP|Lucario|M08}} using Aura]]
[[File:Riley aura.png|thumb|210px|Riley using Aura to contain an explosion]]
In the [[Pokémon world]]'s past, there were once [[human]]s that could sense Aura and control its power. These humans, known as Aura Guardians, traveled around doing good deeds and passing on their skills to those who also possessed this innate ability. One famous Aura Guardian was [[Sir Aaron]] of [[Rota]], who took a {{OBP|Lucario|M08}} as his apprentice and became a hero when he sacrificed himself to stop a war from destroying the area around the [[Tree of Beginning]].

In ''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]'', {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} heard the story of how a {{p|Spiritomb}} was sealed away by an Aura Guardian who traveled with a {{p|Pikachu}}.

In ''[[DP071|Pokémon Ranger and the Kidnapped Riolu! (Part 1)]]'', {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} meet an unnaturally strong {{p|Riolu}} [[Aura Sphere Riolu|capable of using]] the move {{m|Aura Sphere}}. Ash demonstrates the ability to sense Riolu's Aura several times over the remainder of the episode and [[DP072|the next]].

In ''[[DP127|Sliding Into Seventh]]'', the [[Pokédex]] entry of {{p|Medicham}} revealed that it has the capability to read Aura.

The Aura Guardians disappeared from history, for some undisclosed reason, a long time before the present era. The only humans in the present time known to have the ability to control Aura are [[Riley]] and Ash, though Ash has chosen to continue his journey as a [[Pokémon Trainer]] rather than follow up on the revelation. However, he did follow in the footsteps of both known Aura Guardians by helping Lucario to save the Tree of Beginning and resealing Spiritomb.

During the ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'', Ultra Aura is described as the natural power of all living things in Alola and key to understanding the power of [[Z-Move]]s. It is also the power that fuels {{DL|Light trio (anime)|Necrozma}}, who is capable of absorbing the Ultra Aura's of others. Necrozma is celebrated by the Alolan people during the [[Manalo Festival]] every 21 years, which restores Necrozma to its {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Necrozma|true form}}. The [[Aether Foundation]] were monitoring it, noting that Ultra Aura decreases when an [[Ultra Wormhole]] opens up, making all adults feel tired. Though levels of Ultra Aura drastically increase when an [[Ultra Beast]] arrives. Children and Pokémon aren't affected by Ultra Aura.
[[File:Ash Lucario Aura vision.png|thumb|left|250px|Ash's Lucario using its Aura vision]]
In ''[[JN021|Caring for a Mystery!]]'', it was revealed that Riolu are capable of sensing Aura even before they hatch and are able to react to it. This ability is demonstrated in [[Ash's Riolu]], who, after hatching, ran away from Ash and Goh's room in search of the Aura that it had sensed prior to hatching. When Ash and Pikachu found Riolu battling an {{p|Onix}}, they prepared to help Riolu fight it off. In the process, Ash started emitting the same Aura waves Riolu sensed earlier, driving it to help Pikachu and Ash fight the Onix.
[[File:Ash Greninja aura.png|250px|thumb|Ash's Greninja using its Aura]]
In ''[[JN045|Sword and Shield... The Legends Awaken!]]'', Ash's newly evolved {{AP|Lucario}} contacted its Trainer using its Aura and requested to use {{m|Aura Sphere}} instead of {{m|Vacuum Wave}} while battling [[Rose]].

In ''[[JN084|An Adventure of Mega Proportions!]]'', Ash's Lucario had its Aura power enhanced when Ash received a [[Key Stone]], which {{an|Korrina}} attributed to their already strong bond. Using its new power, Lucario was able to sense a [[Lucarionite]] on [[Mega Island]]. When Ash and Lucario were separated after arriving on the island, Lucario used Aura to locate the Lucarionite and telepathically guided Ash to its exact location. Also during the separation, Ash's Aura powers enhanced through the Key Stone, which helped him sense his Lucario from great distances.

In ''[[JN108|Catching the Aura of Fate!]]'', Ash claimed that Lucario's Aura felt similar to [[Bond Phenomenon|his bond]] with his {{AP|Greninja}}. Greninja later demonstrated this Aura ability and helped Lucario polish its own Aura. After training with Greninja, Lucario and Ash were able to sync up more than before, allowing Lucario to create a giant Aura Sphere. In ''[[JN109|Aim For The Eight!]]'' and [[JN125]], Lucario used this newfound synchronicity to draw power from the Aura of its allies and make its Aura Sphere grow even bigger than before.

In [[JNS05]], [[Ash Ketchum (M20)|Ash]] was able to see and speak to [[Haruto]], a boy who had passed away due to illness, because of his Aura. Ash later used his Aura to allow Haruto to touch Pikachu, fulfilling his wish to touch a Pokemon and allowing him to pass on.

===Capabilities of Aura===
* Ability to read minds and actions of another being.
* Ability to "sense" other Auras and view surroundings even with a blindfold, also allows users to view through some objects.
* Projection of one's Aura; such as to create barriers or {{m|Aura Sphere|attacks}}. It can also be used to transfer Aura to others, a method that can be fatal to the user.
* Activation of [[time flower]]s
* Telepathy
* To see and speak to the spirits of the dead
* To allow the spirits of the dead the ability to touch the physical world.
* When in sync with the Trainer and by invoking the bonds with its friends, a Pokémon can use its Aura to supercharge an {{m|Aura Sphere}} to a gigantic size.
[[File:Aura with Key Stone.png|thumb|250px|Ash feeling Lucario's Aura through his Key Stone]]
When used in conjunction with a [[Key Stone]], Aura allows a Trainer and their Pokémon to:
* Locate the matching [[Mega Stone]] even from miles away.
* Create a telepathic vision, in which they can feel each other and anyone inside the other's Aura from far away.

===Aura Guardians===
<gallery>
File:Sir Aaron art.png|[[Sir Aaron]] was a fully realized Aura Guardian.
File:Lucario M08.png|{{OBP|Lucario|M08}} training to become an Aura Guardian
File:Aura Guardian Pikachu.png|''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]'' briefly features a fully realized Aura Guardian.
File:Riley anime.png|[[Riley]] training to become an Aura Guardian
File:Riley Lucario.png|[[Riley's Lucario]] training to become an Aura Guardian
</gallery>

==In the games==
[[File:Aura Sphere VIII.png|thumb|250px|{{p|Lucario}} using Aura Sphere]]
===Core series===
[[File:Spr Pt Riley.png|left|frame|Riley's sprite in Platinum]]
The [[move]] {{m|Aura Sphere}} explicitly uses "aura power" (Japanese: '''{{tt|波導|はどう}}の　{{tt|力|ちから}}''' ''wave-guiding power'') and is in a group of {{cat|aura and pulse moves}} that can be boosted by the [[Ability]] {{a|Mega Launcher}}.

The [[Pokédex]] entries for {{p|Lucario}}, {{p|Medicham}}, and {{p|Cutiefly}} state that they have the ability to sense auras. While Galarian {{p|Moltres}} and Mega {{p|Absol}} are both described as having a auspicious aura around themselves. Only the entries for {{p|Umbreon}} who absorbs aura from the moon, Lucario and {{p|Sylveon}} confirm that the Pokémon make use of aura. During [[Mega Evolution]], Lucario's aura expands and races through its body, with the black streaks on Mega Lucario's body showing where its aura has intermingled with the energy of Mega Evolution.

[[Riley]]'s animations in the [[Sinnoh]] games suggest that he can use Aura as well. In {{v2|Platinum}}, his hand lights up with a blue glow in his opponent animation. In {{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}, his hair and hat will shake in his idle animation, similar to Lucario's aura-sensing appendages. The {{p|Riolu}} Egg he gives the player is the only available Riolu in the game, and Riley also trains a Lucario.

In {{g|X and Y}}, [[Korrina]] claims that something in the {{player}}'s aura (Japanese: '''{{tt|波動|はどう}}''' ''wave'') is the reason why one of her {{TP|Korrina|Lucario}} feels a bond with them, which drives her to give that Lucario to the player.

According to Lucario's Pokédex entry in {{g|Legends: Arceus}}, aura was named by [[Professor Laventon]] but this can be contradicted if the player meets [[Rye]] before getting Lucario's Pokédex entry.

===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series===
The personality quiz at the beginning of [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time, Darkness]], and [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Sky]] mentions Aura. After answering the quiz, the player's Aura is read and described as being a particular color, which is determined by the [[Nintendo DS]]'s UI color or MAC address.

===Pokémon Colosseum series===
In both {{g|Colosseum}} and {{g|XD: Gale of Darkness}}, a "black aura" surrounds [[Shadow Pokémon]] and can only be seen by a character named [[Rui]], or with a device called an [[Aura Reader]]. These Pokémon are described as "corrupted", and must be [[purification|purified]].

===Super Smash Bros. series===
In the Super Smash Bros. series, almost all of {{SSB|Lucario}}'s moves use {{sbw|Aura}}. Due to Aura, the more damage Lucario has, the more powerful its attacks are. In [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]], when Lucario gets a Smash Ball, it can execute its [[Final Smash]], {{DL|Final Smash|Aura Storm}}. During the attack, Lucario focuses its Aura into a powerful beam that the player controls. During the Subspace Emissary, Lucario used its Aura to see Snake hiding in his box.

In [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]], [[Mega Evolution]], Lucario's new Final Smash, maximizes the Aura, which normally requires it to take at least 190% damage.

In [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]], Lucario combines its previous Final Smashes into one by Mega Evolving into Mega Lucario before using Aura Storm.
 

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Aura Adventures.png|thumb|200px|Riley and his Lucario using Aura]]
Aura in [[Pokémon Adventures]] is explained as a wave that can be picked up by people just like sound. Certain Pokémon and humans can pick up this sound, allowing them to see and sense the Auras of others. However, due to the fact that Aura is the same as sound, it can be interrupted by anything that cuts the airspace.

Known users of Aura include Riley and his Pokémon, {{TP|Riley|Lucario}} and {{p|Riolu}}. Riley and {{p|Lucario}} had their Aura abilities blocked by two {{tc|Roughneck}}s that were attacking [[Iron Island]] when the Roughnecks commanded their {{p|Mothim}} to use {{m|Air Slash}}, cutting up the airspace around it. This prevented Riley and his Pokémon from tracking their Aura, along with blinding their eyes with {{p|Vespiquen}} honey. Once {{adv|Diamond}} defeated the Mothim, thus causing the Aura to be visible again, Riley and Lucario unleashed their wrath upon them.

[[Korrina's Lucario]] is also able to use Aura, preventing [[Celosia]]'s {{p|Aegislash}} from mind controlling those around it.

====Capabilities of Aura====
* Ability to read minds and actions of another being
* Ability to "sense" other Auras even while blinded
* Ability to track an Aura belonging to a specific person as long as they have a piece of the Aura to track
* Ability to prevent mind control of itself and those around it

===Phantom Thief Pokémon 7===
[[File:Aura P7.png|thumb|200px|Lily using Aura]]
Aura is first revealed in ''[[P7-05|Escape From Team Galactic]]'' as a form of energy that all humans and Pokémon emit. While Pokémon like [[Hiori's Lucario]] can naturally sense Aura, there are certain cases when a human can sense it. One known human who can sense Aura is Hiori's sister, {{OBP|Lily|Pokémon 7}}, who was kidnapped by [[Team Galactic]] at a young age in order to use her power for their own selfish goals.

A special cloak made by Team Galactic was shown to be able to hide the Aura of the user, preventing them from being tracked.

====Capabilities of Aura====
* Ability to sense other Auras
* Ability to see the Auras of others

===Pokémon Try Adventure===
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[[File:Aura TA.png|thumb|200px|Riolu using Aura]]
[[Manami]]'s {{p|Riolu}} used Aura in [[TA34]].
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==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Aura or its Pokémon in the {{g|Trading Card Game}}.

{{cardlist/header|Aura's Pokémon|Metal|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|PCG-P Promo|Aura's Lucario|75}}|type=Metal|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=075/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|PCG-P Promo|Aura's Lucario|79}}|type=Metal|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=079/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|PCG-P Promo|Aura's Lucario|90}}|type=Metal|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=090/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|PCG-P Promo|Aura's Lucario|92}}|type=Metal|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=092/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Movie VS Pack|Aura's Lucario|12}}|type=Metal|jpset=Movie Commemoration VS Pack: Aura's Lucario|jpnum=012/020|jpset2=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum2=093/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Master Kit Side Deck|Aura's Lucario ex|6}}|type=Metal|jpsetlink=Master Kit|jpset=Side Deck|jpnum=006/012}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Metal}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Movie VS Pack|Aaron's Aura|19}}|type=Trainer|type2=Supporter|jpset=Movie Commemoration VS Pack: Aura's Lucario|jpnum=019/020}}
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==Origin==
In paranormal theory, an {{wp|Aura (paranormal)|aura}} is a field of light said to surround living beings, the color of which is determined by the particular person's disposition. It is often used in artwork to cause objects or people of high importance to stand out. Aura could also be based on the Chinese concept of ''{{wp|qi}}'', which often refers to the life-force existing in all living things.

==In other languages==
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|zh_cmn=波導 ''{{tt|Bōdǎo|Wave-guiding}}'' 波動 ''{{tt|Bōdòng|Wave}}''
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Colress

2023-01-20T23:43:56Z

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|color={{Steel color}}
|corecolor={{Electric color light}}
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|name=Colress
|jname=アクロマ
|tmname=Achroma
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|caption= Concept art from Generation VII
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|teamrank=Boss{{sup/5|B2W2}} Scientist ({{pkmn|anime}})
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|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|enva=[[Eli James]]
|java=[[Hiroki Touchi]]
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|pvnum=Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer
|pvname=Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer
|envagame=[[Sean Schemmel]] ([[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer|B2W2AT]]) [[List of English voice actors|Christopher Niosi]] ({{pkmn|Generations}}) Y. Chang<ref name="Y. Chang">[https://twitter.com/YungiChang/status/1577381564261990401 Y. Chang on Twitter] (Archived on [https://web.archive.org/web/20221004203230/https://twitter.com/YungiChang/status/1577381564261990401 web.archive.org])</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Junichi Suwabe ([[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer|B2W2AT]]) [[Tokuyoshi Kawashima]] ({{pkmn|Generations}}) [[Kōji Yusa]] ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
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{{spoilers}}
'''Colress''' (Japanese: '''アクロマ''' ''Achroma'') is a Pokémon researcher and the second boss of [[Team Plasma]], appointed by [[Ghetsis]]. His goal is to discover the true way to draw out the strength of Pokémon. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Steel}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.

==In the core series==
In {{game|Black and White|s 2|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2}}, Colress is first encountered in [[Castelia Sewers]]. He is met again at [[Castelia City]], where he tells the player that he disagrees with the old [[Team Plasma]]'s goals to liberate Pokémon from humans. The player re-encounters Colress on {{rt|4|Unova}}, where several {{p|Crustle}} block the path. Colress uses his machine to drive the Crustle away and challenges the player to a battle. Colress is once again seen as a participant in the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], matched against the player in the final round of the tournament. He is later encountered on {{rt|22|Unova}}. Like usual, he talks to the player mostly about Team Plasma, as well as handing the player a machine required to get past the Crustle blocking the way inside [[Seaside Cave]].

Later on, during the battle against the new Team Plasma on the [[Plasma Frigate]] while at the [[Giant Chasm]], Colress is seen in a chamber, where he reveals that he joined Team Plasma to pursue and research the true strength of Pokémon. After he is defeated in battle, he allows access to [[Ghetsis]]'s chamber, wanting to see if the player can stop him.

After the player enters the [[Hall of Fame]], Colress continues to dwell in the Plasma Frigate; however, he and the other Team Plasma members have decided to put an end to their ambitions. Colress remains in the chamber when he first met the player on the Plasma Frigate; there, he can then battle the player and will give the player a [[Master Ball]] once defeated. He will then move to the bow of the Frigate, where he will battle the player once per day.

While he does not appear in [[Pokémon X and Y]], Colress is mentioned by a {{tc|Backpacker}} found on {{rt|10|Kalos}}, who says, "A few years back, this really strange dude named Colress told me that these big stones emit some kind of special energy."

In [[Pokémon Sun and Moon]], Colress appears on {{rt|8|Alola}} and gives the player {{TM|43|Flame Charge}}. After the player becomes the first [[Alola]] {{pkmn|Champion}}, Colress will reappear on the same route and give the player the {{p|Genesect}} [[Drive]]s. He also participates as a Trainer in the [[Battle Tree]].

When he is first met, he tells the player that he is still conducting his research into the true power of Pokémon, but following the events of Black 2 and White 2, he now believes that the source of a Pokémon's true power is its bond with its Trainer. He is in Alola researching the [[Z-Ring]]{{sup/7|SM}} or [[Z-Power Ring]]{{sup/7|USUM}} and if it can draw out the power of Pokémon more effectively than the [[Mega Ring]]. He also expresses interest in the [[Poké Pelago]].

In [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], Colress's role is slightly expanded, and he is revealed to be one of the people the [[Ultra Recon Squad]] reached out to for help with {{p|Necrozma}}. In response, Colress created the [[N-Solarizer]] and [[N-Lunarizer]], based on his {{p|Kyurem|prior experience}} with Pokémon fusion. He gives the player both devices after witnessing them capture Necrozma on [[Mount Lanakila]]. The player can also visit him in his hotel room at {{DL|Heahea City|Tide Song Hotel}} before he is officially introduced. However, he's only talking to himself and doesn't seem to notice the player.

Colress also has a role in the battle against [[Team Rainbow Rocket]] in [[Episode RR]]. While the player and [[Lillie]] work to defeat the bosses of Team Rainbow Rocket, [[Wicke]] contacts Colress to enlist his aid. He follows the player and Lillie using an invisibility device he invented, and returns the bosses to their original worlds as they are defeated. Though [[Archie]] and [[Maxie]] are seen being warped away, Colress does not reveal himself until the player defeats [[Ghetsis]], who subsequently takes Lillie as a hostage. Recognizing that this Ghetsis is not the one he knows, he declares that he opposes this Ghetsis's goals simply because he hates Ghetsis in all cases, then dispatches him back to his own world with a prototype device known as the '''[[Colress Machine]] No. 1102''' (Japanese: '''アクロママシーン　１１０２{{tt|号|ごう}}''' ''{{tt|Achroma|Colress}} Machine No. 1102''). Colress allows the player and Lillie to move on and battle [[Giovanni]] to rescue [[Lusamine]] while he works to untangle the dimensions coming together to create [[Team Rocket's Castle]]. By the time the player defeats Giovanni, Colress manages to revert the castle back to being Lusamine's mansion.

===Pokémon===
====Pokémon Black 2 and White 2====
=====First battle=====
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|{{Pokémon/5
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|level={{tt|23|21 in Easy Mode, 25 in Challenge Mode}}
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|move1=Charge|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Status
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|move3=Gear Grind|move3type=Steel|move3cat=Physical
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=====Second battle=====
The {{player}} can only use three Pokémon. This battle awards no [[experience]] or [[prize money]].
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|bordercolor={{steel color dark}}
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|move2=Supersonic|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=ThunderShock|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Mirror Shot|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=605
|pokemon=Elgyem
|level=25
|ability=Telepathy|ability2=Synchronize
|gender=both
|type1=Psychic
|move1=Growl|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Headbutt|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Psybeam|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Heal Block|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=599
|level=25
|pokemon=Klink
|type1=Steel
|ability=Plus|ability2=Minus
|move1=Charge|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Status
|move2=ThunderShock|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Gear Grind|move3type=Steel|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Bind|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Third battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{steel color}}
|headcolor={{electric color light}}
|bordercolor={{steel color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Colress.png
|prize={{Pdollar}}{{tt|10400|9600 in Easy Mode, 11200 in Challenge Mode}}
|class=Team Plasma
|name=Colress
|game=B2W2
|location=Plasma Frigate
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=082
|pokemon=Magneton
|level={{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
|ability=Sturdy
|held=Eviolite
|gender=genderless
|type1=Electric|type2=Steel
|move1=Volt Switch|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Special
|move2=Flash Cannon|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Special
|move3=Tri Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=375
|pokemon=Metang
|level={{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|gender=genderless
|ability=Clear Body
|move1=Meteor Mash|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Zen Headbutt|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Agility|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=606
|pokemon=Beheeyem
|level={{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Psychic
|gender=male
|ability=Synchronize
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Recover|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{steel color}}}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=462
|pokemon=Magnezone
|level={{tt|50|46 in Easy Mode, 54 in Challenge Mode}}
|ability=Sturdy
|gender=genderless
|type1=Electric|type2=Steel
|move1=Discharge|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Special
|move2=Flash Cannon|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Special
|move3=Explosion|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Status}}
|style="margin:auto"|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=601
|pokemon=Klinklang
|level={{tt|52|48 in Easy Mode, 56 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Steel
|gender=genderless
|ability=Plus
|held=Air Balloon
|move1=Gear Grind|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Thunderbolt|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Impact|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Shift Gear|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Post-game [[rematch]]es=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{steel color}}
|headcolor={{electric color light}}
|bordercolor={{steel color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Colress.png
|prize={{Pdollar}}{{tt|14800|14000 in Easy Mode, 15600 in Challenge Mode}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Colress
|game=B2W2
|location=Plasma Frigate
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=082
|pokemon=Magneton
|level={{tt|72|68 in Easy Mode, 76 in Challenge Mode}}
|ability=Sturdy
|held=Eviolite
|type1=Electric|type2=Steel
|move1=Volt Switch|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Special
|move2=Flash Cannon|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Special
|move3=Tri Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=479W
|pokemon=Rotom
|level={{tt|72|68 in Easy Mode, 76 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Electric|type2=Water
|ability=Levitate
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Discharge|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Special
|move2=Hydro Pump|move2type=Water|move2cat=Special
|move3=Will-O-Wisp|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Status
|move4=Substitute|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=376
|pokemon=Metagross
|level={{tt|72|68 in Easy Mode, 76 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Clear Body
|held=Muscle Band
|move1=Meteor Mash|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Zen Headbutt|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Agility|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{steel color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=606
|pokemon=Beheeyem
|level={{tt|72|68 in Easy Mode, 76 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Psychic
|gender=male
|ability=Synchronize
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Calm Mind|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Recover|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=462
|pokemon=Magnezone
|level={{tt|72|68 in Easy Mode, 76 in Challenge Mode}}
|ability=Sturdy
|held=Wise Glasses
|type1=Electric|type2=Steel
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Special
|move2=Flash Cannon|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=601
|pokemon=Klinklang
|level={{tt|74|70 in Easy Mode, 78 in Challenge Mode}}
|type1=Steel
|ability=Plus
|held=Air Balloon
|move1=Gear Grind|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Wild Charge|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Giga Impact|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Shift Gear|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon====
Colress's Pokémon are kept in [[Ultra Ball]]s.

=====Battle Tree=====
Colress uses three of these Pokémon in [[Pokémon battle|Single Battles]], four in [[Double Battle]]s, and two in [[Multi Battle]]s.

{{Party/Single
|color={{steel color}}
|headcolor={{electric color light}}
|bordercolor={{steel color dark}}
|sprite=VSColress SM.png
|size=150px
|prize=2-7{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class=Pokémon Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Colress
|game=SMUSUM
|location=Battle Tree
|pokemon=4}}
|
{{lop/facility/head|{{electric color light}}|{{steel color}}|{{steel color}}}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|089A|Muk|Black Sludge|Poison Jab|Poison|Stockpile|Normal|Swallow|Normal|Mud-Slap|Ground|Relaxed|252|252||||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|089A|Muk|Air Balloon|Minimize|Normal|Acid Spray|Poison|Rest|Psychic|Snarl|Dark|Relaxed|252||252|||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|101|Electrode|Air Balloon|Thunderbolt|Electric|Mirror Coat|Psychic|Thief|Dark|Protect|Normal|Timid||||252||252}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|089A|Muk|Liechi Berry|Crunch|Dark|Belch|Poison|Shadow Sneak|Ghost|Stone Edge|Rock|Adamant|252|252||||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|233|Porygon2|Eviolite|Tri Attack|Normal|Thunderbolt|Electric|Psychic|Psychic|Ice Beam|Ice|Modest|252|||252||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|601|Klinklang|Steelium Z|Shift Gear|Steel|Gear Grind|Steel|Volt Switch|Electric|Giga Impact|Normal|Adamant||252||||252}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|462|Magnezone|Bright Powder|Charge Beam|Electric|Flash Cannon|Steel|Magnet Rise|Electric|Thunder Wave|Electric|Modest|||252|252|||note={{sup/7|SM}}}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|462|Magnezone|Bright Powder|Thunder|Electric|Flash Cannon|Steel|Magnet Rise|Electric|Thunder Wave|Electric|Timid||||252||252|note={{sup/7|USUM}}}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|474|Porygon-Z|Expert Belt|Psychic|Psychic|Ice Beam|Ice|Signal Beam|Bug|Charge Beam|Electric|Modest|252|||252||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|376|Metagross|Occa Berry|Earthquake|Ground|Meteor Mash|Steel|Bullet Punch|Steel|Explosion|Normal|Adamant|170|170|||170|}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|101|Electrode|Damp Rock|Rain Dance|Water|Thunder|Electric|Taunt|Dark|Light Screen|Psychic|Timid||||252||252}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|089A|Muk|Quick Claw|Gunk Shot|Poison|Shadow Sneak|Ghost|Brick Break|Fighting|Explosion|Normal|Adamant|252|252||||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|233|Porygon2|Eviolite|Tri Attack|Normal|Thunder Wave|Electric|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Ice Beam|Ice|Modest|252|||252||}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|601|Klinklang|Leftovers|Flash Cannon|Steel|Thunderbolt|Electric|Protect|Normal|Toxic|Poison|Modest||||252||252}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|462|Magnezone|Assault Vest|Thunderbolt|Electric|Flash Cannon|Steel|Tri Attack|Normal|Volt Switch|Electric|Modest||||252|252||note={{sup/7|SM}}}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|462|Magnezone|Assault Vest|Thunderbolt|Electric|Flash Cannon|Steel|Tri Attack|Normal|Volt Switch|Electric|Modest|252|||252|||note={{sup/7|USUM}}}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|474|Porygon-Z|Normalium Z|Tri Attack|Normal|Thunderbolt|Electric|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Recover|Normal|Timid||||252||252}}
{{lop/facility|game=6|376|Metagross|Metagrossite|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|Meteor Mash|Steel|Brick Break|Fighting|Bullet Punch|Steel|Jolly||252||||252}}
|}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Colress (Masters)}}
Colress forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Klinklang}} in Pokémon Masters EX.

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{steel color}}; font-size: 80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:96px" | [[File:Black 2 White 2 Colress.png|180px]]
| style="{{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:96px" | [[File:Colress anime art.png|140px]]
| style="{{roundy|15px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:96px" | [[File:Colress Concept Art.png|300px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|Black 2 and White 2}} by {{color2|000|Yusuke Ohmura}}.<ref>[[a:File:ColressPlasmaStorm118.jpg|Colress (Plasma Storm 118)]]</ref>
| Official artwork from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon the Series: Black & White}}''
| Concept artwork from Sun and Moon
|}

===Sprites===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{steel color}}; font-size: 80%"
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Colress.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSColress.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr SM Colress.png|100px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:180px"| [[File:VSColress SM.png|150px]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| In-battle model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
| VS model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
|-
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Colress OD.png]]
| colspan=2 style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{steel color dark}}; background: #{{electric color light}}; width:100px"| [[File:Colress SM OD.png|100px]]
|-
| colspan=2 |Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| colspan=2 |Overworld model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|Sun, Moon}}, {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Colress/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Colress anime.png|thumb|250px|Colress in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
Colress debuted in ''[[BW112|Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!]]'', where he was conducting experiments with [[wild Pokémon]] in an attempt to bring out their true strength. From his base in an abandoned observatory outside of [[Floccesy Town]], he used a large machine to generate electromagnetic waves that resonated with small devices on the wild Pokémon's foreheads, increasing their aggression and attack power while also rendering them subservient to Team Plasma's commands. Unfortunately for the villains, the mind-control device's EM waves also leaked into the surrounding wilderness, driving the local Pokémon to attack Floccesy Town and revealing their presence in the area. When {{Ash}}, {{ashfr}}, and [[Looker]] arrived in the observatory, Colress released his mind-controlled Pokémon on them to test their strength.

Impressed by their Pokémon's ability to match his brainwashed Pokémon, he planted one of his controlling devices on {{AP|Pikachu}}, forcing him to fight his Trainer. However, Ash's encouragement allowed Pikachu to fight against the EM waves, eventually causing the device to break and freeing Pikachu, much to Colress's amazement. Before he could gather further data, {{TRT}} showed up, using one of their miniature robots to steal Colress's research data from his computer before quickly reciting their {{motto}} and making an escape with their [[Team Rocket's mechas|balloon]]. With the mind-controlled Pokémon freed, Colress and the {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}s he had with him retreated, destroying the observatory with a self-destruct mechanism to get rid of all possible evidence.

In ''[[BW117|Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!]]'', it was revealed that he had upgraded his Pokémon-controlling machine with his remaining research data. Instead of emitting radio waves to activate separate receivers on its targets, the machine now fired a narrow energy beam which instantly brought any Pokémon it hit under Team Plasma's control. Using this machine, Colress took control of a {{p|Haxorus}}, which he sent rampaging in a city. When Ash and his friends arrived and sent their Pokémon to stop Haxorus, Colress used his machine to take control of [[Iris's Dragonite]], giving the heroes a lot more trouble to deal with. Suddenly Team Rocket appeared, attempting to steal Colress's machine. A battle between [[Jessie]] and [[James]]'s {{TP|Jessie|Woobat}} and {{TP|James|Amoonguss}} and [[Aldith]]'s {{p|Liepard}} then took place, during which one of Liepard's {{m|Shadow Ball}}s accidentally hit the machine, breaking it and freeing Haxorus and Dragonite from his control. Realizing that they were at a disadvantage, Colress and the Plasma Grunts retreated.

Colress briefly appeared in ''[[BW118|Secrets From Out of the Fog!]]'' with Aldith, discussing Team Plasma's plans with [[Ghetsis]] on a videophone call.
[[File:Colress mind control machine.png|thumb|250px|left|Colress operating his mind-control machine]]
In ''[[BW119|Meowth, Colress and Team Rivalry!]]'', {{TRT}} invaded his newest laboratory and drew his security – consisting of Aldith, [[Barret]] and some other Plasma Grunts – into a trap in the woods. Once Colress was alone, Meowth approached him and attempted to convince him to join Team Rocket. Colress refused, but offered to allow Meowth to participate in an experiment to increase his strength. Meowth agreed, having undergone training to resist the mind control device. However, Colress still managed to take control of Meowth, and ordered him to attack Jessie and James. Using {{TP|Jessie|Frillish}} and {{TP|James|Amoonguss}}, they managed to snap him out of it before escaping. Later, Colress was seen with his Grunts reporting to Ghetsis, who revealed information about the Light Stone to them.

In ''[[BW120|Ash and N: A Clash of Ideals!]]'', Colress appeared with the rest of Team Plasma to commence their operation at the {{an|White Ruins}}. While Aldith, Barret and many other Grunts ambushed the workers at the site, Colress used his perfected machine to seize control of the [[Cedric Juniper's assistants|workers' Pokémon]] and turn them on their Trainers. In ''[[BW121|Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!]]'', he also took control of Pikachu again, forcing N to surrender the Light Stone to Team Plasma in exchange for Ash's safety.

In ''[[BW122|What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!]]'', aiding Ghetsis in taking control of the awakened {{p|Reshiram}}. When Ash and Pikachu tried to stop him, he used his machine on Pikachu yet again. However, this time Pikachu was able to fight against its control, and – together with Reshiram – destroyed Colress's machine once and for all, thus freeing the controlled Pokémon. Later Colress and the other Team Plasma members were arrested by Looker, thus bringing the team down. As [[Officer Jenny]] took Team Plasma into custody, Colress mentioned his next project will be a device that allows Pokémon to communicate with people.

====History====
Colress is seemingly polite, but he is emotionally distant. Despite openly aiding [[Team Plasma]] and refusing an offer to leave them for [[Team Rocket]], he wasn't interested in the team's goals. Rather, he was more enthusiastic about the limitless inventions he could create and test to manipulate Pokémon. He wants to "bring out a Pokémon's true power", which he believes is anger.

====Pokémon====
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=====Controlled=====
While Colress has not been shown to own {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}, his mind-control device allowed him to temporarily command the following Pokémon:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Galvantula
|type1=Bug
|type2=Electric
|img=Colress Galvantula.png
|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|desc={{p|Galvantula}} was one of the Pokémon Colress used to test the original version of his mind-control device. It appeared to be one of Colress's favorites, as he called it his "star test subject", but passed out when Colress attempted to increase the intensity of the EM waves. After it recovered, it was forced to fight [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Iris's Axew]]. It was eventually released from Colress's control when Team Rocket stole his data and deactivated the machine.

Galvantula's known moves are {{m|Thunderbolt}} and {{m|Electro Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Beartic
|type1=Ice
|img=Colress Beartic.png
|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|vaen=Tom Wayland
|desc={{p|Beartic}} was one of Colress's test subjects in the Floccesy Town observatory. It was also forced to fight against Ash's Pikachu and Iris's Axew. It was eventually released from Colress's control when Team Rocket stole his computer's data.

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

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Scolipede (×2)
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Colress Scolipede.png
|cap=Colress's Scolipede
|img2=Colress Scolipede 2.png
|cap2=Colress's Scolipede
|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Marc Thompson
|desc=Colress used his mind-control machine to take control of a {{p|Scolipede}} on two separate occasions.

The first Scolipede was one of the Pokémon Colress used in his initial research, being subjected to EM waves within the old Floccesy Town observatory. It was forced to fight Ash's Pikachu, and was eventually released from Colress's control when Team Rocket stole his data.

In ''[[BW117|Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!]]'', Colress tested out the upgraded version of his mind-control machine on another Scolipede. After the Scolipede fired off an attack, Colress turned his machine off, reverting the Scolipede back to its normal state.

The first Scolipede's only known move is {{m|Poison Tail}}. 
The second Scolipede's only known move is {{m|Solar Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Mienshao
|type1=Fighting
|img=Colress Mienshao.png
|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|vaen=Tom Wayland
|desc={{p|Mienshao}} was another test subject of Colress's during his initial research. It was forced to fight Iris's Axew, and was eventually released from Colress's control when Team Rocket stole his data.

Mienshao's known moves are {{m|Low Sweep}} and {{m|High Jump Kick}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Ash
|pkmn=Pikachu
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|img=Colress Pikachu.png
|epnum=BW112
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Power Plot!
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Ikue Ohtani
|desc=During the battle against the controlled Pokémon in the abandoned observatory, Colress was impressed by Ash's {{p|Pikachu}}'s strength. Deciding to use the Electric Mouse for his tests, he attached a receiver to Pikachu and turned his EM wave generator to maximum output. Although Pikachu was forced to attack his {{pkmn|Trainer}}, Ash was able to encourage him to fight against the machine. After a struggle, he managed to destroy the receiver on his head, freeing himself from Colress's control.

In ''[[BW121|Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!]]'', Colress used his perfected mind-control device to take control of Pikachu again. This time, Ash's pleas did not get through to him, and Colress forced the Mouse Pokémon to viciously attack his Trainer. Colress ultimately freed him from control once N traded the Light Stone for Ash's safety.

In ''[[BW122|What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!]]'', during the final battle against Team Plasma, Colress took control of Pikachu for the third time. This time, however, Pikachu was able to fight against the force that controlled him, even disobeying his orders and attacking {{p|Reshiram}}, which was also under Colress's control. Even though Colress fired his device on Pikachu again, he was able to keep fighting, and, together with the similarly-rebelling Reshiram, destroyed the control machine, freeing the controlled Pokémon once and for all.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Rhoder
|pkmn=Haxorus
|type1=Dragon
|img=Colress Haxorus.png
|epnum=BW117
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!
|desc=Colress took control of a {{p|Haxorus}} belonging to a Trainer named [[Rhoder]] with his upgraded mind-controlling machine, sending it on a rampage. When the machine was broken, it was freed from Colress's control, ending its rampage and allowing Rhoder to return it to its Poké Ball.

Haxorus's known moves are {{m|Hyper Beam}}, {{m|Shadow Claw}}, and {{m|Hidden Power}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Iris
|pkmn=Dragonite
|gender=male
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Colress Dragonite.png
|epnum=BW117
|epname=Team Plasma's Pokémon Manipulation!
|vajp=Kensuke Satō
|vaen=Kensuke Satō
|desc=When Ash and his friends attempted to stop Haxorus, Colress used his machine to take control of {{an|Iris}}'s {{p|Dragonite}}, sending him on a rampage just like Haxorus. When the machine was broken, he was freed from Colress's control, ending his rampage and allowing Iris to return him to his Poké Ball.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Meowth (Team Rocket)
|trainer=Team Rocket
|pkmn=Meowth
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Colress Meowth.png
|epnum=BW119
|epname=Meowth, Colress and Team Rivalry!
|vajp=Inuko Inuyama
|vaen=Carter Cathcart
|desc=When {{TRT}} teamed up with Colress to use his machine to amplify Meowth's power, he double-crossed them and had Meowth attack them. {{TP|Jessie|Frillish}} and {{TP|James|Amoonguss}} were used to calm Meowth long enough for Jessie and James to snap him out of Colress's control.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Cedric Juniper's assistant
|pkmn=Golurk (multiple)
|type1=Ground
|type2=Ghost
|img=Colress Golurk.png
|cap=Cedric Juniper's assistant's Golurk
|epnum=BW120
|epname=Ash and N: A Clash of Ideals!
|desc=At the {{an|White Ruins}}, Colress seized control of several {{p|Golurk}} from [[Cedric Juniper's assistants]] using his perfected machine so they could be used to aid Team Plasma's mission. They were freed from Colress's control when {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{p|Reshiram}} rebelled against him and destroyed the control machine.

Golurk's known moves are {{m|Charge Beam}}, {{m|Telekinesis}}, and {{m|Shadow Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Cedric Juniper's assistant
|pkmn=Timburr (multiple)
|type1=Fighting
|img=Colress Timburr Conkeldurr.png
|cap=Cedric Juniper's assistant's Timburr
|epnum=BW121
|epname=Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!
|desc=At the {{an|White Ruins}}, Colress seized control of several {{p|Timburr}} and {{p|Conkeldurr}} from [[Cedric Juniper's assistants]] using his perfected machine so they could be used to aid Team Plasma's mission. They were freed from Colress's control when {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{p|Reshiram}} rebelled against him and destroyed the control machine.

None of Timburr's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Cedric Juniper's assistant
|pkmn=Conkeldurr (multiple)
|type1=Fighting
|img=Colress Timburr Conkeldurr.png
|cap=Cedric Juniper's assistant's Conkeldurr
|epnum=BW121
|epname=Team Plasma and the Awakening Ceremony!
|desc=At the {{an|White Ruins}}, Colress seized control of several {{p|Timburr}} and {{p|Conkeldurr}} from [[Cedric Juniper's assistants]] using his perfected machine so they could be used to aid Team Plasma's mission. They were freed from Colress's control when {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{p|Reshiram}} rebelled against him and destroyed the control machine.

None of Conkeldurr's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Anthea
|pkmn=Gothitelle
|type1=Psychic
|img=Colress Gardevoir Gothitelle.png
|epnum=BW122
|epname=What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!
|vaen=Emily Jenness
|desc=Colress took control of {{p|Gothitelle}} when [[Anthea and Concordia]] arrived to fight Ghetsis and Team Plasma. It was freed from Colress's control when {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{p|Reshiram}} rebelled against him and destroyed the control machine.

Gothitelle's known moves are {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Protect}}, and {{m|Psybeam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Concordia
|pkmn=Gardevoir
|type1=Psychic
|img=Colress Gardevoir Gothitelle.png
|epnum=BW122
|epname=What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!
|vajp=Megumi Hayashibara
|vaen=Michele Knotz
|desc=Colress took control of {{p|Gardevoir}} when Anthea and Concordia arrived to fight Ghetsis and Team Plasma. It was freed from Colress's control when {{AP|Pikachu}} and {{p|Reshiram}} rebelled against him and destroyed the control machine.

Gardevoir's known moves are {{m|Protect}}, {{m|Magical Leaf}}, and {{m|Signal Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Ghetsis
|pkmn=Reshiram
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Fire
|img=Colress Reshiram.png
|epnum=BW122
|epname=What Lies Beyond Truth and Ideals!
|desc={{main|Reshiram (anime)}}

Once Ghetsis had managed to awaken {{p|Reshiram}}, Colress used his machine to take control of it. However, thanks to Ash, N, and Pikachu, Reshiram started to fight against its controller, and, together with Pikachu, destroyed the control machine, freeing the controlled Pokémon once and for all. Afterwards, Reshiram bid farewell with N and flew away.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{steel color}}|bordercolor={{steel color light}}
|ja=東地宏樹 ''[[Hiroki Touchi]]''
|en=[[Eli James]]
|fi=Ilkka Villi
|es_eu=Jesús Maniega
|pl=Adam Krylik
|pt_br=Ricardo Teles
|sv=Emil Almén
}}

===Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer===
[[File:Colress B2W2 Trailer.png|thumb|250px|Colress in the animated trailer]]
In [[Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer]], Colress appeared at [[Castelia City]], where he was seen telling {{ga|Nate}} that he disagreed with the original [[Team Plasma]]'s view on liberating Pokémon from [[human]]kind.

====Pokémon====
This listing is of Colress's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer:
{{TrainerPoké
|width=68
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Magneton
|type1=Electric
|type2=Steel
|img=Colress B2W2 Trailer.png
|epnum=Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 Animated Trailer
|epname=Black 2 and White 2 Animated Trailer
|desc={{p|Magneton}} is Colress's only known Pokémon. It was seen briefly when Colress talked with Nate.

None of Magneton's moves are known.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{steel color}}|bordercolor={{steel color light}}
|ja=諏訪部順一 ''Jun'ichi Suwabe''
|en=[[Sean Schemmel]]
|es_eu=José Luis Angulo
}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Colress PG.png|thumb|250px|Colress in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
In ''[[PG14|The Frozen World]]'', Colress was conducting an experiment on the {{pkmn2|Legendary}} {{p|Kyurem}} aboard the [[Plasma Frigate]]. He managed to draw out Kyurem's strength to power up a cannon, which allowed [[Team Plasma]] to freeze [[Opelucid City]] completely. This was part of an operation to get the [[DNA Splicers]] from [[Drayden]], which also involved former [[Seven Sages|Sage]] [[Zinzolin]].

====Pokémon====
=====Controlled=====
While Colress has not been shown to own {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in [[Pokémon Generations]], he controlled the following Pokémon:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Kyurem
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ice
|img=Colress Kyurem PG.png
|epnum=PG14
|epname=The Frozen World
|desc={{p|Kyurem}} was controlled by Colress and used to power up a cannon to freeze [[Opelucid City]].

None of Kyurem's moves are known.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{steel color}}|bordercolor={{steel color light}}
|ja=川島得愛 ''Tokuyoshi Kawashima''
|en=[[List of English voice actors|Christopher Niosi]]
|es_eu=Jordi Naro}}

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

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Colress Adventures.png|thumb|right|170px|Colress in Pokémon Adventures]]
[[File:Hood Man.png|thumb|left|170px|Colress as the Hood Man]]
====={{chap|Black & White}}=====
Colress debuted in ''[[PS512|Hallway Hijinks]]'', where he participated as a competitor in the {{un|Pokémon League}}. Disguised as the cloak-bearing '''Hood Man''' (Japanese: '''フードマン''' ''Hood Man''), he managed to sneak in without having earned any of the eight Unova Gym Badges. After battling his way through Victory Road, he eventually made it into the top 8.

In ''[[PS514|The Tournament Continues]]'', Colress faced [[Marlon]]. Although Marlon managed to disable the moves of Colress' {{p|Beheeyem}}, Colress came out on top and advanced to the next round. After leaving, he noted that participating in the League and observing powerful Trainers would help him in his research. In ''[[PS517|Something Suspicious]]'', Colress faced {{adv|Cheren}} in the semifinals. Although Cheren initially struggled due to his {{TP|Cheren|Snivy}}'s lack of strength, he switched it out for his {{p|Unfezant}} and quickly defeated Colress's Beheeyem with a {{m|U-turn}}.

In ''[[PS518|True Friends]]'', Colress and [[Zinzolin]] watched {{adv|Black}} and Cheren face each other in the finals. During the match, they talked about Zinzolin's theory that a cold heart was the best way to bring out a Pokémon's true strength. Although Zinzolin stated that his theory was correct, Colress noted that - in his battles - he was able to see varying styles from many strong Trainers that brought out their Pokémon's strength. When {{adv|White}} discovered that the two were affiliated with [[Team Plasma]], she attempted to expose them to everyone at the League. Although she was successful, Colress had his Beheeyem use {{m|Teleport}} to transport her to {{adv|N}}'s room inside his castle.

In ''[[PS520|Cold Hard Truth]]'', Team Plasma attacked the League, summoning [[N's Castle]] from the depths of the earth to surround the League building. Colress assisted in the invasion by using {{p|Tornadus}}, {{p|Thundurus}}, and {{p|Landorus}} to battle the [[Elite Four]]. His true intention was to discover the secret of how to transform the three into their {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Forces of Nature|Therian Formes}}. After discovering that he needed a special mirror, Colress bid farewell to the Elite Four and escaped.

In ''[[PS524|A Difficult Parting]]'', Colress used his {{p|Beheeyem}} to help [[Ghetsis]] escape after he was defeated by Black. With Beheeyem's power, Ghetsis caused Black to be sealed into the [[Light Stone]] before making his escape. Afterward, Ghetsis thanked Colress for his assistance with Team Plasma's plans and expressed interest in working with him again. Colress agreed, but on the condition that it didn't impede with his research.

====={{chap|Black 2 & White 2}}=====
Eventually, Colress was made the new leader of Team Plasma in N's absence. In ''[[PS526|Mr. Perfect]]'', Colress attacked [[Aspertia City]] with {{TP|Blake|Genesect}} as a test-run of his [[Colress Machine]]. He was confronted by {{adv|Blake}} and {{adv|Looker}} of the [[International Police]]. After realizing that it was still wild, Blake used his {{TP|Blake|Dewott|Dewott}} to whittle down {{p|Genesect}}'s health enough for him to capture it. Defeated, Colress commended Blake's strength and left, revealing that he was made the new leader of Team Plasma and that Ghetsis was planning a comeback. Later, Colress met with Ghetsis on the [[Plasma Frigate]] and stated that they needed to find Zinzolin, who had been ignoring their calls.

In ''[[PS535|Angry Boy]]'', Colress confronted Zinzolin at the [[Cold Storage]], demanding to know why he had been refusing to answer. Zinzolin revealed that he managed to capture {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Kyurem}}, the third Unova Legendary Dragon Pokémon. Colress praised Zinzolin for his success, but demanded that he hand Kyurem to him, angering Zinzolin into attacking. During the battle, Colress realized that Zinzolin's true intention was to have Kyurem fuse with {{p|Reshiram}} or {{p|Zekrom}} through Absofusion. Following Kyurem's trail, Blake arrived at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]] construction site, where he witnessed Thundurus and Landorus defeating Zinzolin. Upon spotting Blake, Colress used the [[Reveal Glass]] to turn Thundurus and Landorus into their Therian Formes.

In ''[[PS538|Therian Forme III]]'', Blake tried arresting the unconscious Zinzolin, only for him to be taken away by Colress, who wished to use his knowledge of Kyurem to Team Plasma's advantage. With the Colress Machine, Colress took control of Kyurem and commanded it to attack, but was stopped by Ghetsis, who appeared with the Plasma Frigate. Ghetsis had Kyurem loaded into a special room on the ship. Blake tried stopping them, but was attacked by the [[Shadow Triad]], allowing the Plasma Frigate to take off and fly through the air. The Plasma Frigate was flown to [[Castelia City]], where it froze several buildings and people with its special Kyurem-powered cannon. When the traitor to Team Plasma, [[Rood]], appeared, Ghetsis ordered Colress to capture the former Sage. Rood was saved by {{adv|Whitley}}, who pushed him out of the way, only to get captured herself. Annoyed that Rood managed to escape, Colress had Whitley locked in an empty cabin.

In ''[[PS540|Flying Ship]]'', Whitley was broken out of her cabin by Blake, who teamed up with her to free Kyurem from Colress' control. They destroyed the chamber where Kyurem was kept, but it was empty, as the Plasma Frigate had already drained enough energy to freeze all of Unova. Colress had Kyurem freeze Blake and Whitley solid before commanding some Grunts to throw them into the ocean. Afterward, Colress realized that Kyurem appeared before Zinzolin because it was attracted to Reshiram and Zekrom's power when they awakened. He then speculated that because of Kyurem's power, Reshiram and Zekrom may return to Unova.

In ''[[PS542|N Returns]]'', Colress gave Ghetsis control over Kyurem so he could use it to battle N, who had appeared to stop them. Later, Ghetsis obtained the [[DNA Splicers]] and used them on Kyurem, who reverted Zekrom back into the [[Dark Stone]], trapping N inside with it. Kyurem absorbed the Dark Stone, transforming itself into {{DL|List of Pokémon with form differences|Kyurem|Black Kyurem}}. Reacting to Zekrom's absorption, the Light Stone reverted to Reshiram, freeing Black in the process. Black and White briefly fought Kyurem, but were distracted when N was suddenly ejected from the Dark Stone, allowing Ghetsis to launch an attack and escape. After being tossed aside by Ghetsis, Colress secretly took N aboard the Plasma Frigate, curious about his ability to hear the voices of Pokémon.
[[File:Kelden stricking Colress.png|thumb|250px|left|Colress being struck by Keldeo]]
[[File:Blake Colress Genesect.png|thumb|250px|Colress being chased by Blake]]
In ''[[PS545|Deduction Time]]'', Colress and Ghetsis followed Kyurem, who had started moving towards the [[Giant Chasm]] of its own free will. After arriving, Colress retook control of Kyurem and had it attack the Unova [[Pokédex holder]]s. When Kyurem stopped listening to Colress's commands, [[Rood]] appeared, revealing that a machine designed to counter the Colress Machine had been activated. Refusing to give up, Colress tried commanding Kyurem again, only for it to revert to its normal form and absorb Reshiram to become White Kyurem. Accepting his loss, Colress decided to quit Team Plasma and flee, only for Blake to pursue him while riding on Genesect. Colress responded by sending out a {{Shiny|Red}} Genesect, which he boasted as being far more powerful.

In ''[[PS547|The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition]]'', Colress was struck by [[Kelden]], who had changed into its Resolute Form. The attack only ended up shattering the Reveal Glass, reverting Tornadus, Thundurus, and Landorus back into their Incarnate Formes. As the battle continued, Blake realized Colress was using a second, improved version of the Colress Machine to control his Genesect. When Blake's team took down Colress's Beheeyem and destroyed the device, the Red Genesect threw Colress off of its back, sending him plummeting towards the ground. Blake tried to save Colress, but the scientist ordered his Genesect to fire a Techno Blast at him, revealing it was truly his Pokémon and the second Colress Machine was merely a distraction. Blake survived due his defense suit, only for Colress to command his Genesect to fire a second shot. Blake sent out an {{p|Escavalier}} and had it jam Genesect's cannon, causing it to backfire and explode, knocking both Pokémon out. Blake was then assisted by {{p|Victini}}, a Pokémon with a grudge against Team Plasma, who sought to capture it two years ago. Once his last Pokémon was taken out, Colress admitted his loss, only for Kyurem to appear and freeze him solid, defeating the scientist. Afterward, Colress was captured and taken into International Police custody.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Beheeyem
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|img=Colress Beheeyem Adventures.png
|epnum=PS514
|epname=The Tournament Continues
|desc={{p|Beheeyem}} is Colress's first known Pokémon. Beheeyem was used to manipulate weak-minded people into releasing their Pokémon so that more people would be influenced by this and do the same. He was first used to battle [[Marlon]]'s {{p|Jellicent}} and despite having Energy Ball disabled via {{a|Cursed Body}}, he won with a super effective Shadow Ball. Later, he was used against {{adv|Cheren}}'s {{p|Unfezant}} and was defeated by a super effective {{m|U-turn}}. When {{adv|White}} attempted to rat Colress out, Beheeyem was used to Teleport her out of the stadium. Beheeyem also freed Ghetsis from a {{m|Stone Edge}} trap, slammed {{adv|Black}} against {{p|Reshiram}} as it retracted into the Light Stone, and Teleported Ghetsis and Colress away from [[N's Castle]].

Beheeyem's known moves are {{m|Recover}}, {{m|Calm Mind}}, {{m|Energy Ball}}, {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{m|Teleport}}, and {{m|Wonder Room}}, and his Ability is {{a|Telepathy}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Klink
|type1=Steel
|img=Colress Klink Adventures.png‎
|img_size=170px
|epnum=PS517
|epname=Something Suspicious
|desc={{p|Klink}} is Colress's second known Pokémon. It was first used to battle Cheren's Snivy at the Unova League. It was able to easily overpower Snivy, but was later switched out with Beheeyem.

None of Klink's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Klinklang
|type1=Steel
|img=Colress Klinklang Adventures.png
|img_size=200px
|epnum=PS520
|epname=Cold Hard Truth
|desc={{p|Klinklang}} is Colress's third known Pokémon. It was first used to keep Colress in the air while he battled the Elite Four. When Grimsley managed to out-speed it during his battle with Colress, it was exchanged with Genesect.

Klinklang's known moves are {{m|Shift Gear}}, {{m|Gear Grind}}, and {{m|Autotomize}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Genesect {{shinystar}}
|shiny=yes
|type1=Bug
|type2=Steel
|img=Colress Genesect Adventures.png
|epnum=PS515
|epname=The Shadow Triad
|desc=This {{Shiny|Red}} {{p|Genesect}} is Colress's fourth known Pokémon. It was created to be a weapon for Team Plasma, first demonstrating its power by freezing {{p|Cobalion}}, {{p|Terrakion}}, and {{p|Virizion}} at the [[P2 Laboratory]]. Later, it was used to escape from [[Grimsley]] at the {{un|Pokémon League}} by flying away with its high-speed flight configuration. It was fully unveiled when Colress confronted Blake at the [[Giant Chasm]], but was ultimately defeated when Blake's {{p|Escavalier}} jammed its cannon, causing it to backfire and knock both Pokémon out.

Genesect's only known move is {{m|Techno Blast}}.}}

=====Borrowed=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Forces of Nature (Adventures)#Tornadus
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Tornadus
|gender=male
|type1=Flying
|img=Team Plasma Tornadus Adventures.png
|img2=Team Plasma Tornadus Therian Forme Adventures.png
|epnum=PS490
|epname=A Stormy Time in the Battle Subway
|desc=Colress was given {{p|Tornadus}} in order to figure out how to change Tornadus between his Incarnate and Therian Formes. To do so, Colress used him to battle against the Elite Four to collect data. After discovering the [[Reveal Glass]], he succeeded in having Tornadus achieve Therian Forme.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Forces of Nature (Adventures)#Thundurus
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Thundurus
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|type2=Flying
|img=Team Plasma Thundurus Adventures.png
|img2=Team Plasma Thundurus Therian Forme Adventures.png
|epnum=PS484
|epname=Battle on a Roller Coaster
|desc=Colress was given {{p|Thundurus}} in order to figure out how to change Thundurus between his Incarnate and Therian Formes. To do so, Colress used him to battle against the Elite Four to collect data. After discovering the [[Reveal Glass]], he succeeded in having Thundurus achieve Therian Forme.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Forces of Nature (Adventures)#Landorus
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Landorus
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|type2=Flying
|img=Team Plasma Landorus Adventures.png
|img2=Team Plasma Landorus Therian Forme Adventures.png
|epnum=PS490
|epname=A Stormy Time in the Battle Subway
|desc=Colress was given {{p|Landorus}} in order to figure out how to change Landorus between his Incarnate and Therian Formes. To do so, Colress used him to battle against the Elite Four to collect data. After discovering the [[Reveal Glass]], he succeeded in having Landorus achieve Therian Forme.}}

=====Controlled=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Genesect
|type1=Bug
|type2=Steel
|img=Team Plasma Genesect Adventures.png
|epnum=PS526
|epname=Mr. Perfect
|main=Blake's Genesect
|desc={{p|Genesect}} was used by Colress to attack {{adv|Blake}} and {{adv|Looker}}. After a long battle, Blake managed to capture Genesect.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Scolipede
|type1=Bug
|type2=Poison
|img=Colress Scolipede Adventures.png
|epnum=PS525
|epname=The Transfer Student
|desc={{p|Scolipede}} was controlled by Colress in order to attack {{adv|Looker}} when he returned to Unova. It followed Looker to the Aspertia City Trainers' School and attacked him before being defeated by {{adv|Blake}}'s {{TP|Blake|Dewott}}.

None of Scolipede's moves are known and its Ability is {{a|Swarm}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Tao trio (Adventures)
|trainer=Colress
|pkmn=Kyurem
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Ice
|img=Colress Kyurem Adventures.png
|epnum=PS536
|epname=Cold Storage Battle
|desc={{p|Kyurem}} was taken from [[Zinzolin]] after he was defeated by Colress at the [[Cold Storage]]. By using the Colress Machine, Colress took control of Kyurem and had it put itself onto the [[Plasma Frigate]]. It was later freed from the Colress Machine's influence due to the actions of the white Team Plasma.}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Colress in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Related cards|Supporter|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Plasma Storm|Colress|118}}|type=Supporter|expanded=Yes|enset=Plasma Storm|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=118/135|jpset=Plasma Gale|jprarity=U|jpnum=064/070|enset2=Plasma Storm|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=135/135|jpset2=Plasma Gale|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=014/017|jpset3=Team Plasma's Powered Half Deck|jpnum3=014/017|jpset4=Team Plasma Battle Gift Set|jpnum4=012/016|jpset5=Extra Regulation Box|jpnum5=035/048}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Lost Origin|Colress's Experiment|155}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Lost Origin|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=155/196|jpset=Lost Abyss|jprarity=U|jpnum=095/100|enset2=Lost Origin|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=190/196|jpset2=Lost Abyss|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=113/100|enset3=Lost Origin|enrarity3=Rare Rainbow|ennum3=205/196|jpset3=Lost Abyss|jprarity3=HR|jpnum3=121/100}}
{{cardlist/footer|Supporter}}

==Trivia==
* Colress does not have an introduction and VS sprite the first two times he is fought. The third time, he has the Team Plasma template used by [[N]] and [[Ghetsis]]. In the post-Champion rematches, he uses the basic template used for battles against [[Gym Leader]]s, [[rival]]s, and [[Benga]].
** Colress's unique battle background music, 戦闘! アクロマ ''[[Pokémon Black 2 & Pokémon White 2: Super Music Collection|Battle! Colress]]'', is not used in the first battle against him; it is first heard when he is fought on the [[Plasma Frigate]] and is kept for rematches.
* Colress bears a striking resemblance to [[Ein]], both in terms of appearance and motive. Both are scientists who wear glasses and a white lab coat and have a hair flick. Furthermore, they both strive to unlock the potential in Pokémon, and side with the evil team of their respective games.
** Colress also greatly resembles [[Dr. Yung]] from ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]''. Both are scientists who appear friendly but secretly play antagonistic roles and who obsess over the power of Pokémon. In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, Colress' alter-ego of Hood Man also bears a striking resemblance to Yung's Mirage Master identity.
* On his concept art for {{g|Sun and Moon}}, Colress's new outfit is called the "Achromatic Wearable Console."

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background:#{{steel color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{steel color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| アクロマ ''Achroma''
| From ''achromatic''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, Brazilian Portuguese
| Colress
| From ''colorless''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Achromas
| From ''achromatisch'' (achromatic)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Acromo
| From ''acromático'' (achromatic)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Nikolaï
| From ''ni'' (neither) and ''couleur'' (color)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Acromio
| From ''acromatico'' (achromatic)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 아크로마 ''Akeuroma''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 阿克羅瑪 / 阿克罗玛 ''Ākèluómǎ''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 阿克羅瑪 ''Ahāklòhmáh ''
| Mandarin-based transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Achroma
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}{{-}}

''Hood Man''
{{Langtable|color={{steel color light}}|bordercolor={{steel color}}
|zh_cmn=斗篷怪人 ''{{tt|Dǒupéng Guàirén|Cloaked Man}}''
|pt_br=Homem-Capuz
|it=Uomo Incappucciato
|es_eu=Hombre Encapuchado
|vi = Người đàn ông đội mũ trùm
}}

==References==
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==Related articles==
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{{CharInfobox|
color={{fighting color}} |
corecolor={{fighting color light}} |
bordercolor={{fighting color dark}} |
name=Gurkinn |
jname=コンコンブル |
tmname=Concombre |
slogan=no |
image=Gurkinn anime.png |
size=250px |
caption=Gurkinn in the anime |
age=no |
years= |
colors=yes|
eyes=Gray |
hair=White|
gender=Male |
hometown=[[Shalour City]] |
region=[[Kalos]] |
relatives=[[Korrina]] (granddaughter)|
trainer=no |
game=yes |
generation={{gen|VI}} |
games={{pkmn|X and Y}} |
leader=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=XY030 |
epname=Mega Revelations! |
enva=[[Jason Griffith]]|
java=[[Unshō Ishizuka]] (''[[Pokémon the Series: XY|XY]]'') [[List of Japanese voice actors|Toshitsugu Takashina]] (''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series|Journeys]]'') |
}}
'''Gurkinn''' (Japanese: '''コンコンブル''' ''Concombre'') is an old man introduced in [[Pokémon X and Y]]. He is the grandfather of [[Korrina]] and the descendant of the first Trainer to [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolve]] a Pokémon.

==In the games==
Gurkinn appears in [[Pokémon X and Y]] as the Mega Evolution guru, the grandfather of [[Korrina]] and an acquaintance of [[Professor Sycamore]]. He first appears in the [[Tower of Mastery]] where he explains Mega Evolution to the player and after the player beats {{ga|Calem}}/{{ga|Serena}} in a battle, gives them the [[Mega Ring]].

===Quotes===
{{incomplete|section|Gurkinn also talks about the player's Kanto starter in the first visit.}}
;[[Tower of Mastery]] (first visit)
:''"Oh? You must be <player>, then. Sycamore told me you would be coming. I'm called the Mega Evolution guru. I guess you could say I'm an acquaintance of his. Oh, but Mega Evolution guru isn't my real name, of course. Now, come here for a moment, will you?"''
:''"Hm? Only one of you? I thought he gave five kids a Pokédex. Isn't there anyone else with you?"''
:''"People call me the Mega Evolution guru!"''
:''"Please to meet you, Sycamore's pupils! But there are still only three of you, huh?"''
:''"What's this, now? Were you the one who found that [[Intriguing Stone]]?"''
:''"Well, who found it doesn't really matter. What's important is that you were honest. If you tell lies, the truth is clouded and eventually lost... And while we're being honest, that Intriguing Stone is just an ordinary rock."''
:''"Hm? Sure a lot of hubbub out there. Does that mean everyone has arrived?"''
:''"Hmm! Looks like everyone is finally here."''
:''"This is my granddaughter Korrina. She's Shalour City's Gym Leader. So, Sycamore's pupils. Now that you're all here... I suppose I should explain Mega Evolution to you. I assume you all know about Pokémon Evolution?"''
:''"Indeed! Mega Evolution is a transformation of Pokémon that were thought to be unable to evolve any further! It's a whole new level of power!"''
:''"There's a reason why I used the word "transformation" a moment ago. Mega Evolution differs from Evolution because it ends after a certain amount of time. In other words, it's a temporary Evolution."''
:''"To make Mega Evolution work, you need two items: a Mega Stone for the Pokémon and the Mega Ring, which has a mysterious stone set in it, for the Trainer. Since Professor Sycamore entrusted each one of you with a Pokédex, I would like to give these items to all of you... I'd like to share them with you, but..."''
:''"Sorry, but presently, I have only one Mega Ring... It's a very precious item. That's why my research isn't getting anywhere... So, I want all of you to decide among yourselves which one of you will be the one who challenges the Mega Evolution successor."''
:''"Well then, <player>! First, you should challenge Korrina, the [[Gym Leader]]. "''
:''"You don't really need to go to all the trouble of comparing--every living creature is unique. But still, having someone to compete against and aim for greater heights with is a very fine thing. "''

;Tower of Mastery (second visit)
:''"Oh! Korrina, I mean the Mega Evolution successor, is waiting for you at the top of the tower!"''

==In the anime==
===''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]''===
Gurkinn debuted in a flashback in ''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]'', where he presented {{an|Korrina}} with her very own [[Key Stone]]. He told her that in order for her {{TP|Korrina|Lucario}} be able to Mega Evolve, she needed to go to [[Geosenge Town]] and find a [[Lucarionite]] there.

Once Korrina arrived in Geosenge Town with {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} in ''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]'', they found a cave where the Lucarionite was said to be held. After defeating the {{p|Blaziken}} guarding the Lucarionite, Gurkinn appeared and revealed the battle was a test to finish Korrina's training. Proud that his granddaughter passed, Gurkinn awarded Korrina the Lucarionite.

In ''[[XY032|The Aura Storm!]]'', after successfully Mega Evolving her Lucario, Korrina used her Mega Lucario against [[Ash's Pikachu]]. When the strain of the transformation caused Lucario to go berserk, Gurkinn sent his own Lucario out to stop Korrina's Lucario. Later, Gurkinn decided to teach Korrina a lesson as to why their Mega Evolution went wrong by challenging her Mega Lucario with his own Mega Lucario. Gurkinn's Lucario easily had the upper hand the entire fight, while Korrina's Lucario went berserk once again. Gurkinn had his Lucario knock out Korrina's, turning it back to normal in the process. Gurkinn scolded Korrina for the failure to control the power of Mega Evolution before sending her on a quest to [[Pomace Mountain]], where an [[Mabel|old mentor]] of his could teach Korrina to master Mega Evolution.

The group arrived at the [[Tower of Mastery]] for Ash's Gym battle with Korrina in ''[[XY043|Origins of Mega Evolution!]]''. They also met up with Gurkinn, who informed them about the Tower of Mastery's long history with Mega Evolution and the closely guarded 'Scroll of Secrets'. {{TRT}} went on to steal the sacred scroll, which Korrina managed to retrieve following a battle. Gurkinn agreed to finally reveal the scroll's contents, which turned out to be a disappointment for the others as it was just a series of basic rules written by Gurkinn.

In ''[[XY044|Showdown at the Shalour Gym!]]'', Gurkinn refereed the three-on-three Gym battle between Ash versus Korrina. While Korrina was defeated, Gurkinn congratulated his granddaughter on her excellent battle performance and mastery of Mega Evolution. Afterwards, he suggested Ash should challenge the nearby [[Coumarine Gym]] next.

He appeared in Clemont's flashback in ''[[XY062|The Future Is Now, Thanks to Determination!]]''.

In ''[[XY112|Master Class is in Session!]]'' and ''[[XY113|Performing a Pathway to the Future!]]'', Gurkinn was seen watching the {{ci|Gloire}} Master Class [[Pokémon Showcase]] alongside Korrina and her Lucario.

In ''[[XY123|A Diamond in the Rough!]]'', Gurkinn refereed the battle between Korrina and [[Alain]].

===''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''===
[[File:Gurkinn disguise.png|thumb|250px|Gurkinn in disguise]]
In ''[[JN025|A Festival Reunion!]]'', Ash and [[Goh]] met up with Gurkinn when they visited the Kalos region. After Goh tried to catch his Lucario, thinking it was a wild Pokémon, he gave Goh some advice on catching {{p|Flabébé}}. Later, he and Goh watched Ash and Korrina's [[World Coronation Series]] tournament battle. He explained Mega Evolution to Goh when they witnessed Korrina's Lucario Mega Evolve, and later congratulated Ash for winning the battle.

In ''[[JN084|An Adventure of Mega Proportions!]]'', Gurkinn refereed Korrina's battle against a Trainer and his {{p|Quilladin}}. He later took Ash, Goh, and Korrina to [[Mega Island]] in search of a Lucarionite for [[Ash's Lucario]] and left them. He later reappeared disguised after they found it and battled Ash and Lucario with his Mega {{p|Alakazam}}. Once Lucario was able to reach the Lucarionite, Gurkinn removed his disguise and congratulated Ash.

In [[JN130]], Gurkinn watched Ash's match against {{an|Leon}} alongside Korrina and [[Bea]].

===Character===
Gurkinn is compassionate, but maintains a stern exterior. He lives a disciplined life based around maintaining his family's legacy at the [[Tower of Mastery]] and association with [[Mega Evolution]]. He has high expectations for his granddaughter Korrina, who is the latest [[Shalour City]] [[Gym Leader]], and continues to test her strengths in a series of trials like in ''[[XY031|The Cave of Trials!]]''.

===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gurkinn
|pkmn=Blaziken
|type1=Fire
|type2=Fighting
|img=Gurkinn Blaziken.png
|epnum=XY031
|epname=The Cave of Trials!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Carter Cathcart
|desc={{p|Blaziken}} is Gurkinn's first known Pokémon. It was used to guard a [[Lucarionite]] inside a cave. {{an|Korrina}} faced Blaziken in an attempt to obtain the Lucarionite so that she may be able to Mega Evolve her {{TP|Korrina|Lucario}}. Blaziken kept the upper hand during the fight with its powerful moves and type advantage, but with words of encouragement from {{Ash}}, Korrina and Lucario regained their resolve and immobilized Blaziken. Before Lucario could finish Blaziken off, Gurkinn intervened, revealing himself to be Blaziken's Trainer and the battle was only a test.

Blaziken's known moves are {{m|Blaze Kick}} and {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gurkinn
|pkmn=Lucario
|nick=Lucario ↔ Mega Lucario
|type1=Fighting
|type2=Steel
|img=Gurkinn Lucario.png
|cap=Gurkinn's Lucario
|img2=Gurkinn Mega Lucario.png
|cap2=Gurkinn's Mega Lucario
|epnum=XY032
|epname=The Aura Storm!
|vajp=Daisuke Namikawa
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Lucario}} is Gurkinn's second known Pokémon and is capable of Mega Evolving into Mega Lucario. It was first used to stop [[Korrina's Lucario]] from going on a rampage after losing control of its Mega Evolution. Later, it fought Korrina's Lucario in a battle with both in their Mega-Evolved states. Gurkinn's Lucario proved to be much stronger with its mastery over its Aura. When Korrina's Lucario went berserk again, Gurkinn had his Lucario knock out Korrina's, causing it to return to its normal state.

Lucario appeared again in ''[[JN025|A Festival Reunion!]]''. Goh mistook him for a wild Pokémon, after which Gurkinn interrupted him.

Lucario's known moves are {{m|Bone Rush}} and {{m|Aura Sphere}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gurkinn
|pkmn=Alakazam
|nick=Alakazam ↔ Mega Alakazam
|type1=Psychic
|img=Gurkinn Alakazam.png
|cap=Gurkinn's Alakazam
|img2=Gurkinn Mega Alakazam.png
|cap2=Gurkinn's Mega Alakazam
|epnum=JN084
|epname=An Adventure of Mega Proportions!
|vajp=
|vaen=
|desc={{p|Alakazam}} is Gurkinn's third known Pokémon and was used in a battle against Ash before he could obtain the [[Lucarionite]] while Gurkinn was in disguise. Eventually Ash's Lucario was able to get the Lucarionite that Alakazam was holding hostage.

Alakazam's known moves are {{m|Psychic}}, {{m|Psybeam}}, and {{m|Tri Attack}}.}}

===Voice actors===
{{vatable|color={{fighting color}}|bordercolor={{fighting color light}}
|ja=石塚運昇 ''[[Unshō Ishizuka]]'' (''[[Pokémon the Series: XY|XY]]'') 髙階俊嗣 ''[[List of Japanese voice actors|Toshitsugu Takashina]]'' (''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series|Journeys]]'')
|en=[[Jason Griffith]]
|fi=Markku Huhtamo ([[XY030]]-[[XY044]]) Arto Nieminen ([[XY123]]-present)
|he=גדי לוי ''Gadi Levy''
|id=Muhammad Azhari ([[XY030]]-[[XY044]])
|pl=Artur Kaczmarski
|pt_br=Walter Cruz ([[XY030]]-[[XY044]]) Hércules Franco ([[JN025]])
|es_la=Salvador Reyes
|es_eu=Luis Mas ([[XY030]]-[[XY044]], [[JN025]]) Roberto Cuenca Martínez ([[XY123]])}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Gurkinn AZ Adventures.png|thumb|270px|Gurkinn in Pokémon Adventures]]
Gurkinn debuted in ''[[PS560|Trevenant Pokes]]''. Years prior to the {{chap|X & Y}}, he rescued {{adv|X}} from a pair of intrusive reporters. He gave X a [[Mega Ring]] after seeing the bond the boy shared with his [[Kanga and Li'l Kanga|Kangaskhan]]. In addition to X, Gurkinn also gave [[Key Stone]]s to 17 other people chosen to be Mega Evolution Successors, including Korrina, [[Diantha]], {{adv|Y}}, {{adv|Blue}}, [[Steven Stone]], [[Blaine]], [[Gurkinn's students|Peche, Ile, and Or]].

Gurkinn was first seen at the [[Tower of Mastery]], where he was attacked by Korrina, who angrily demanded to know why X received a Mega Ring without going through the proper succession ceremony. Before Gurkinn could answer, the tower was attacked by a {{p|Trevenant}} used by [[Emma|Essentia]], a member of [[Team Flare]]. Gurkinn and Korrina fought the villain, only for Essentia to reveal she was distracting them while her Trevenant covered the tower in vines, trapping them inside. In order to prevent the secrets of Mega Evolution from falling into the wrong hands, Gurkinn and Korrina were forced to activate the Tower of Mastery's self-destruct mechanism, destroying the building and allowing them to escape.

In ''[[PS568|Connecting with Gardevoir]]'', Korrina encountered Diantha, a former student of Gurkinn's. Diantha led Korrina to a nearby river where they found Gurkinn under attack by Chalmers, a {{tc|Team Flare Admin}}. Once rescued, Gurkinn, Korrina, and Diantha used their Mega-Evolved Pokémon to defeat Chalmers. The three set off to keep the [[Legendary Pokémon]] [[Xerxer|Xerneas]] and {{p|Yveltal}} out of Team Flare's clutches.

In [[PS574]], Gurkinn, Korrina, and Diantha arrived at {{rt|9|Kalos}} to help X and his friends stop [[Team Flare]] from taking Xerneas's tree form. By Mega Evolving the {{p|Gengar}} he received as a gift from Gurkinn, X defeated Essentia and forced her to flee. Korrina fought Celosia and won, freeing the [[Vaniville Town|Vaniville]] townspeople Team Flare was using as forced labor in the process. Korrina was then knocked unconscious by Celosia's {{p|Honedge}}, allowing the scientist to take Xerneas to and steal her Key Stone.

In [[PS577]], Korrina was taken to a hospital in [[Laverre City]] to recover from her injuries. Meanwhile, {{adv|Y}}, {{adv|Shauna}}, and {{adv|Tierno}} trained with Gurkinn in Pokémon battling. Noting Y's strength, Gurkinn wondered if he should pass his Key Stone down to her. In [[PS582]], Y was officially made a Mega Evolution Successor. She received a Mega Ring outfitted with the Key Stone from Gurkinn's Mega Glove.

In ''[[PAORAS20|Omega Alpha Adventure 20]]'', Steven revealed that in addition to his own, the three Key Stones he gave to {{adv|Ruby}}, {{adv|Sapphire}}, and {{adv|Emerald}}, were given to him from Gurkinn. The [[Meteor Village]] {{OBP|Elder|Meteor Village}} speculated that Gurkinn may be a descendant of a [[Draconid people|Draconid]] that moved to [[Kalos]].

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Gurkinn
|pkmn=Heracross
|nick=Heracross ↔ Mega Heracross
|type1=Bug
|type2=Fighting
|gender=male
|img=Gurkinn Heracross Adventures.png
|img_size=170px
|img2=Gurkinn Mega Heracross Adventures.png
|img2_size=150px
|cap=Gurkinn's Heracross
|cap2=Gurkinn's Mega Heracross
|epnum=PS561
|epname=Heracross Transforms
|desc={{p|Heracross}} is Gurkinn's first known Pokémon. He was used to battle against [[Emma|Essentia]] at the Tower of Mastery in his Mega-Evolved state. He teamed up with Korrina's {{p|Lucario}} to battle Essentia and later helped him activate the Tower of Mastery's self destruct switch to protect the secrets of Mega Evolution.

Heracross's known moves are {{m|Pin Missile}} and {{m|Bullet Seed}}.}}

=====Given away=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=X
|pkmn=Gengar
|gender=male
|type1=Ghost
|type2=Poison
|img=Gurkinn Gengar Adventures.png
|epnum=PS574
|epname=
|desc={{p|Gengar}} is Gurkinn's second known Pokémon. Due to his tendency to show off in battle, Gurkinn found him hard to work with. He was first used to stop [[Celosia]]'s {{p|Aegislash}} from killing {{adv|X}}. After explaining his hard-to-control personality, Gurkinn gave X the Gengar. Gengar was nicknamed Garma and bonded with X enough to be able to Mega Evolve into Mega Gengar.

None of Gengar's moves under Gurkinn's ownership are known.}}

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{fighting color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{fighting color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Japanese
|コンコンブル ''Concombre''
|From ''concombre'' (French for {{wp|cucumber}}), matching with his granddaughter ''Corni'' ([[Korrina]]) who is named after the French word for {{wp|pickled cucumber|gherkin}}<ref name="Matsumiya's Twitter">[https://twitter.com/matsumiyan/status/389978908109836288 Matsumiya's Twitter] (Japanese)</ref>
|- style="background:#FFF"
|English
|Gurkinn
|From ''gherkin'' and possibly ''guru''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|German
|Combre
|From ''concombre'' (French for cucumber)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Spanish
|Cornelio
|Similar to ''Corelia'' (Korrina)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|French
|Cornélius
|Similar to ''Cornélia'' (Korrina)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Italian
|Cetrillo
|From ''cetriolo'' (cucumber)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Korean
|콘콤부르 ''Concombre''
|Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
|可可布爾 / 可可布尔 ''Kěkěbù'ěr''
|From the transcription of his Japanese name and similar to 可爾妮 / 可尔妮 ''Kě'ěrní / Kě'ěrnī'' (Korrina)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
|可可布爾 ''Hóhóbouyí''
|From the Mandarin-based transcription of his Japanese name and similar to 可爾妮 ''Hóyíhnèih'' (Korrina)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Russian
|Гуркин ''Gurkin''
|Transcription of his English name
|}

==References==
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Saturn

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{{CharInfobox|
color={{silver color}} |
corecolor=8BB2FF |
bordercolor={{dark color}} |
name=Saturn |
jname=サターン |
tmname=Saturn |
image=Brilliant Diamond Shining Pearl Saturn.png |
size=150px |
caption=Art from {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}} |
gender=Male |
hometown=Unknown |
region=[[Sinnoh]] |
relatives=Unknown |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass={{tc|Commander}} |
game=yes |
generation={{Gen|IV}}, {{gen|VIII}} |
games={{3v2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, {{pkmn|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}} {{pkmn|Masters EX}} |
leader=no |
team=yes |
teamname=[[Team Galactic]] |
teamrank={{tc|Commander}} |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=DP036 |
epname=A Secret Sphere of Influence! |
java=[[Akemi Okamura]]|
enva=[[Marc Thompson]]|
|gameanim=yes
|pv=yes
|pvnum=PG11
|pvname=The New World
|envagame=Ricky Ryba ({{pkmn|Generations}}) Mike Haimoto<ref>[https://twitter.com/MikeHaimoto/status/1482423365193375751 Mike Haimoto on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=[[Daiki Yamashita]] ({{pkmn|Generations}}) Taiki Matsuno ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}
'''Saturn''' (Japanese: '''サターン''' ''Saturn'') is one of [[Team Galactic]]'s four {{tc|Commander}}s in {{3v|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}.

==In the core series==
Saturn is first seen leading the efforts of Team Galactic at [[Lake Valor]] near [[Pastoria City]]. He battles the {{player}} inside {{p|Azelf}}'s cave and reveals that [[Mars]] is at [[Lake Verity]].

After the events at the [[Spear Pillar]] (which Saturn was not present for), he can be found in the [[Team Galactic HQ|Galactic Veilstone Building]], contemplating what direction to take Team Galactic after [[Cyrus]] disappeared. He was never aware of Cyrus's grander plot and claims to have learned that "extremism is never the solution".

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Diamond and Pearl|s}}====
=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{silver color}}
|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
|class=Commander
|name=Saturn
|sprite=Spr DP Saturn.png
|game=DP
|location=Lake Valor
|locationname=Valor Cavern
|prize={{pdollar}}2960
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Diamond
|pokemon=Kadabra
|type1=Psychic
|ndex=064
|level=35
|gender=male
|spritegender=male
|ability=Synchronize
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shock Wave|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Recover|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Embargo|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Bronzor
|game=Diamond
|ndex=436
|level=35
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|held=
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Gyro Ball|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Rock Tomb|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Iron Defense|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Diamond
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison|type2=Fighting
|ndex=454 f
|level=37
|ability=Anticipation
|held=Sitrus Berry
|gender=female
|move1=Poison Jab|move1type=Poison|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Revenge|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Mud Bomb|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Special
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{silver color}}
|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
|class=Commander
|name=Saturn
|sprite=Spr DP Saturn.png
|game=DP
|location=Team Galactic HQ
|prize={{pdollar}}3200
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Diamond
|pokemon=Kadabra
|type1=Psychic
|ndex=064
|level=38
|gender=male
|spritegender=male
|ability=Synchronize
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=Shock Wave|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Recover|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Embargo|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Bronzor
|game=Diamond
|ndex=436
|level=38
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Gyro Ball|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Extrasensory|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Shadow Ball|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Special
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Diamond
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|ndex=454 f
|level=40
|ability=Anticipation
|held=Sitrus Berry
|gender=female
|move1=Poison Jab|move1type=Poison|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=X-Scissor|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Swagger|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Platinum}}====
=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{silver color}}
|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
|class=Commander
|name=Saturn
|sprite=Spr DP Saturn.png
|game=Pt
|location=Lake Valor
|locationname=Valor Cavern
|prize={{pdollar}}3200
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Platinum
|pokemon=Golbat
|type1=Poison|type2=Flying
|ndex=042
|level=38
|gender=female
|spritegender=female
|ability=Inner Focus
|move1=Air Cutter|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Special
|move2=Bite|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Toxic|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Status
|move4=Supersonic|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Bronzor
|game=Platinum
|ndex=436
|level=38
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|held=
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Gyro Ball|move1type=Steel|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Special
|move3=Rock Tomb|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Iron Defense|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Platinum
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison|type2=Fighting
|ndex=454 f
|level=40
|ability=Anticipation
|held=Sitrus Berry
|gender=female
|move1=Poison Jab|move1type=Poison|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Revenge|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Mud Bomb|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Special
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second battle=====
{{Party/Single
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|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
|class=Commander
|name=Saturn
|sprite=Spr DP Saturn.png
|game=Pt
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|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Platinum
|pokemon=Golbat
|type1=Poison|type2=Flying
|ndex=042
|level=42
|gender=female
|spritegender=female
|ability=Inner Focus
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|move3=Poison Fang|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|pokemon=Bronzor
|game=Platinum
|ndex=436
|level=42
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
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|move3=Shadow Ball|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Special
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=Platinum
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison|type2=Fighting
|ndex=454 f
|level=44
|ability=Anticipation
|held=Sitrus Berry
|gender=female
|move1=Poison Jab|move1type=Poison|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=X-Scissor|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{g|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}====
=====First battle=====
{{Party/Single
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|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
|class=Commander
|name=Saturn
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|game=BDSP
|location=Lake Valor
|locationname=Valor Cavern
|prize={{pdollar}}3256
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=064
|pokemon=Kadabra
|gender=male
|level=35
|type1=Psychic
|ability=Inner Focus
|held=Damp Rock
|move1=Kinesis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Reflect|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Status
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Rain Dance|move4type=Water|move4cat=Status
}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=436
|pokemon=Bronzor
|level=35
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Confuse Ray|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Status
|move2=Payback|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Gyro Ball|move3type=Steel|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Extrasensory|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special
}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=454
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|gender=female
|level=37
|type1=Poison|type2=Fighting
|ability=Dry Skin
|move1=Mud-Slap|move1type=Ground|move1cat=Special
|move2=Revenge|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Toxic|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Status
|move4=Thief|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical
}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second battle=====
{{Party/Single
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|bordercolor={{dark color}}
|headcolor=8BB2FF
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|prize={{pdollar}}3360
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=064
|pokemon=Kadabra
|gender=male
|level=38
|type1=Psychic
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|move1=Kinesis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
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|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Rain Dance|move4type=Water|move4cat=Status
}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=436
|pokemon=Bronzor
|level=38
|type1=Steel|type2=Psychic
|ability=Levitate
|move1=Confuse Ray|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Status
|move2=Payback|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Gyro Ball|move3type=Steel|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Extrasensory|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special
}}
|{{Pokémon/8
|ndex=454
|pokemon=Toxicroak
|gender=female
|level=40
|type1=Poison|type2=Fighting
|ability=Dry Skin
|move1=Mud-Slap|move1type=Ground|move1cat=Special
|move2=Toxic|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Status
|move3=Thief|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Brick Break|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical
}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Battle Tower=====
======Master Class Double Battles (Rank 4)======
In each team, Jupiter uses the first and second Pokémon on the list, and Saturn uses the third and fourth.

{{Party/Tag|
|color={{tower color}}
|bordercolor={{tower color dark}}
|headcolor={{tower color light}}
|headcolor1=EE8BCD
|bordercolor1=D56AAC
|sprite=VSJupiter 2.png|size=90px
|class=Commander
|name={{color2|000000|Jupiter}}
|bordercolor2=7394d5
|headcolor2=8BB2FF
|sprite2=VSSaturn 2.png|size2=90px
|class2=Commander
|name2=Saturn
|game=BDSP
|prize=15 {{color2|000000|Battle Point|BP}}
|location=Battle Tower (Sinnoh)
|locationname=Battle Tower
|pokemon1=2
|pokemon2=2}}
|{{Lop/facility8/head|{{tower color light}}|{{tower color}}|{{tower color}}}}
|-
! colspan='18' style='background:#{{grey color light}}' | Team A
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|034|Nidoking|Sheer Force|Life Orb|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Earth Power|Ground|Blizzard|Ice|Thunderbolt|Electric|157|96|97|150|95|137}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|435|Skuntank|Aftermath|Silk Scarf|Explosion|Normal|Night Slash|Dark|Poison Jab|Poison|Play Rough|Fairy|179|159|87|68|81|136}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|359|Absol|Super Luck|Scope Lens|Sucker Punch|Dark|Night Slash|Dark|Psycho Cut|Psychic|Play Rough|Fairy|141|200|80|72|80|127}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|302|Sableye|Prankster|Sitrus Berry|Night Shade|Ghost|Foul Play|Dark|Will-O-Wisp|Fire|Recover|Normal|157|72|139|86|85|70}}
|-
! colspan='18' style='background:#{{grey color light}}' | Team B
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|094|Gengar|Cursed Body|Focus Sash|Shadow Ball|Ghost|Sludge Bomb|Poison|Icy Wind|Ice|Dazzling Gleam|Fairy|136|63|80|182|95|178}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|454|Toxicroak|Poison Touch|Muscle Band|Poison Jab|Poison|Cross Chop|Fighting|Fake Out|Normal|Bullet Punch|Steel|159|173|85|81|85|137}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|435|Skuntank|Aftermath|Silk Scarf|Explosion|Normal|Night Slash|Dark|Poison Jab|Poison|Play Rough|Fairy|179|159|87|68|81|136}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|319|Sharpedo|Speed Boost|Mystic Water|Waterfall|Water|Crunch|Dark|Ice Fang|Ice|Protect|Normal|146|189|60|90|60|147}}
|-
! colspan='18' style='background:#{{grey color light}}' | Team C
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|169|Crobat|Inner Focus|Choice Band|Cross Poison|Poison|Brave Bird|Flying|U-turn|Bug|Zen Headbutt|Psychic|161|142|100|67|100|200}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|454|Toxicroak|Poison Touch|Muscle Band|Poison Jab|Poison|Cross Chop|Fighting|Fake Out|Normal|Bullet Punch|Steel|159|173|85|81|85|137}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|319|Sharpedo|Speed Boost|Mystic Water|Waterfall|Water|Crunch|Dark|Ice Fang|Ice|Protect|Normal|146|189|60|90|60|147}}
{{Lop/facility8|msp=BDSP|248|Tyranitar|Sand Stream|Choice Scarf|Ice Punch|Ice|Rock Slide|Rock|Fire Punch|Fire|Earthquake|Ground|176|186|130|90|120|124}}
|}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===

Saturn appears as an [[Non-player character|NPC]] in [[Pokémon Masters EX]] and first appears in the {{DL|Villain Event|Galactic Nightmare}} villain event prelude. He makes his major appearance in Sinnoh villain arc of main story. He forms a [[sync pair]] with {{TP|Saturn|Toxicroak}}.

Saturn, alongside [[Mars]] and [[Jupiter]], can be battled in the [[Extreme Battle Event]] Team Galactic Takedown. All three commanders use {{p|Bronzong}} as their main battling Pokémon for this event.

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; font-size: 80%; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #{{silver color}};"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #8BB2FF; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Saturn artwork.png|300px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #8BB2FF; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Diamond Pearl Saturn.png|x250px]]
|-
| Concept art from ''{{color2|000|Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl}}''
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Versions|Diamond and Pearl}}
|}

===Sprites===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #{{silver color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #8BB2FF; width:80px"| [[File:Spr DP Saturn.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{dark color}}; background: #8BB2FF; width:80px"| [[File:Saturn OD.png]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Generation IV}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation IV}}
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{dark color}}; background:#8BB2FF; width:80px"| [[File:Spr Masters Saturn.png|100px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{dark color}}; background:#8BB2FF; width:200px"| [[File:VSSaturn Masters.png|80px]]
|-
| Model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX}}
| VS model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Saturn/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Saturn anime.png|thumb|250px|Saturn in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
====''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''====
Saturn debuted in a cameo at the end of ''[[DP036|A Secret Sphere of Influence!]]''. He, along with the other Team Galactic Grunts, commented that [[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}} did a lousy job at stealing the [[Adamant Orb]] for them, and framing [[Nando]] for the crime.

Saturn's first speaking appearance was in ''[[DP060|Journey to the Unown!]]'', along with his {{p|Bronzor}}. He managed to steal a cube that was under the guard of the {{p|Unown}} of the [[Solaceon Ruins]] and brought it with him back to the [[Team Galactic HQ]].

Later, in ''[[DP069|Enter Galactic!]]'', Saturn exposed the cube to the meteorites in [[Veilstone City]], transforming it into the [[Spear Key]]. He and a few Galactic Grunts went to go steal the meteorites, but ended up meeting {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} for the first time. He also battled {{an|Brock}} and his {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}} with his own {{TP|Saturn|Toxicroak}}, which ended after Team Galactic made a tactical retreat.

In ''[[DP096|Losing Its Lustrous]]'' and ''[[DP097|Double Team Turnover!]]'', Saturn stole the [[Adamant Orb]] while it was being transported to the [[Celestic Town Historical Research Center]] from Eterna City. He also aided in stealing the [[Lustrous Orb]] from the [[Celestic Town Historical Research Center]] but was admonished by Cyrus after the completion of the mission for displaying ineptitude.

In ''[[DP111|Saving the World From Ruins!]]'', following the failure of [[Mars]]'s [[Iron Island]] mission, [[Cyrus]] placed Saturn in charge of the [[Spear Pillar]]'s excavation from [[Mt. Coronet]]. He worked with [[Charon]] to locate ruins on Mt. Coronet in ''[[DP136|Gateway to Ruin!]]''. Team Galactic located some ruins, though not the ones they wanted. Saturn and the others then fled following the arrival of [[Looker]] and Ash's group. Later, Saturn returned to Mt. Coronet and discovered the Spear Pillar ruins in ''[[DP150|Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!]]'', allowing him to fast-track Team Galactic's scheme.

In ''[[DP151|The Needs of the Three!]]'', Saturn kept {{Gary}} at bay while [[J|Pokémon Hunter J]] successfully captured the three {{an|lake guardians}} at [[Lake Valor]]. He later returned to [[Team Galactic HQ]].

In ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend!]]'', Saturn's Toxicroak was defeated by Brock's Croagunk. After Cyrus passed through the [[Dimensions|dimensional]] portal created by {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}} he realized that Cyrus had just been using him and the other {{tc|Commander}}s to reach his own goals and cared little for those who served him. When Mars hysterically attempted to follow their Leader, Saturn grabbed her arm to block her from doing so, shaking his head solemnly at his fellow Commander. Afterwards he was arrested along with Mars and [[Jupiter]] by [[Looker]] and stated that Team Galactic was finished.

He appeared briefly in ''[[DP191|Memories are Made of Bliss!]]'' in {{TRT}}'s fantasy with all the other members of Team Galactic.

====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''====
Saturn reappeared in ''[[JNS01|The Arceus Chronicles (Part 1)]]'' through ''[[JNS04|The Arceus Chronicles (Part 4)]]'', leading Team Galactic in an attempt to bring back Cyrus. As the first step of the operation, he successfully {{pkmn2|caught}} a {{p|Heatran}} in order to power a device meant to open a gate to the world that Cyrus had disappeared into. The operation, however, experienced a setback when the energy cannon exploded and Heatran went on a rampage. Saturn and the other Commanders later faced Ash and his friends in order to stop them from interfering with them, but they were ultimately defeated and captured by {{an|Cynthia}} and later arrested by [[Officer Jenny]], ending their plan in a failure.

====Character====
Saturn is determined to successfully complete all his missions and would order a tactical retreat to avoid further complications. As a result of this perfectionist quality of his personality, Saturn tended to call out his {{TP|Saturn|Toxicroak}} to handle interruptions like {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}}.

====Pokémon====
This listing is of Saturn's known Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:

=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Bronzor
|type1=Steel
|type2=Psychic
|img=Saturn Bronzor.png
|epnum=DP060
|epname=Journey to the Unown!
|vajp=Kiyotaka Furushima
|vaen=Tom Wayland
|desc={{p|Bronzor}} first appeared in ''[[DP060|Journey to the Unown!]]'', where it guided Saturn and his squad through the [[Solaceon Ruins]]. It was also responsible for confusing the {{p|Unown}} living in the ruins which resulted in them all running wild.

In ''[[DP096|Losing Its Lustrous!]]'', Bronzor proved instrumental in Team Galactic's plan to steal the [[Lustrous Orb]] by putting the security teams guarding it to sleep. It was then defeated in battle by {{an|Cynthia}}'s {{TP|Cynthia|Garchomp}}.

Bronzor's known moves are {{m|Flash}}, {{m|Confuse Ray}}, and {{m|Hypnosis}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Toxicroak
|main=yes
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Saturn Toxicroak.png
|epnum=DP069
|epname=Enter Galactic!
|vajp=Shin-ichiro Miki
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc={{p|Toxicroak}} first appeared in ''[[DP069|Enter Galactic!]]'', where it helped to steal the [[Veilstone City]] meteorites. During the battle, it developed a fierce rivalry with {{an|Brock}}'s {{TP|Brock|Croagunk}}. It has since become Saturn's main Pokémon.}}

=====Escaped=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Heatran
|type1=Fire
|type2=Steel
|img=Saturn Heatran.png
|epnum=JNS01
|epname=The Arceus Chronicles (Part 1)
|vajp=Kenta Miyake
|vaen=Kenta Miyake
|desc={{p|Heatran}} first appeared in ''[[JNS01|The Arceus Chronicles (Part 1)]]'', where Saturn caught it with a [[Dusk Ball]]. He brought it to the [[Team Galactic HQ]], where used it, along with a [[Flame Plate]], to power a device that Team Galactic was using in an effort to bring back [[Cyrus]]. However, in ''[[JNS02|The Arceus Chronicles (Part 2)]]'', the machine overloaded, and Heatran was struck by a burst of flames from it. This triggered its Flash Fire Ability and sent it on a rampage, melting its own Dusk Ball and swallowing the Flame Plate.

Heatran's known moves are {{m|Stone Edge}} and {{m|Magma Storm}}, and its Ability is {{a|Flash Fire}}.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color=7394D5|bordercolor=8bb2ff
|ja=岡村明美 ''[[Akemi Okamura]]''
|en=[[Marc Thompson]]
|cs=Jan Maxián ([[DP060]]-[[DP111]]) Michal Holán ([[DP136]]-[[DP152]]) Josef Pejchal ([[JNS01]]-[[JNS04]])
|da=Peter Zhelder
|fi=Aku Laitinen ([[DP060]], [[DP069]], [[DP111]]-[[DP152]]) Petri Hanttu ([[DP096]]-[[DP097]], [[JNS01]]-[[JNS04]])
|it=Paolo de Santis
|es_eu=Juan Antonio García Sainz de la Maza
|es_la=Sebastián Rosas ([[DP060]]-[[DP097]]) Carlo Vázquez ([[DP111]]-[[DP152]], [[JNS01]]-[[JNS04]])
|pl=Artur Pontek ([[DP060]]-[[DP097]]) Tomasz Błasiak (one scene of [[DP069]]) Klaudiusz Kaufmann ([[DP111]]; [[DP150]]-[[DP152]]) Krzysztof Szczerbiński ([[DP136]]) Wojciech Melzer ([[JNS01]]-[[JNS04]])
|pt_br=Cláudio Satiro ([[DP060]]) Thiago Longo ([[DP069]], [[DP096]]-[[DP097]]) Douglas Guedes ([[DP111]]) Diogo Ferreira ([[JNS01]]-present)}}

===Pokémon Generations===
[[File:Saturn PG.png|thumb|250px|Saturn in [[Pokémon Generations]]]]
Saturn appeared in ''[[PG11|The New World]]'', in which he was seen watching the events at the [[Spear Pillar]] in [[Team Galactic HQ]]. He was later contacted by [[Cyrus]], who was taken to the [[Distortion World]] by {{p|Giratina}}. Saturn tried to ask him where he was, only to hear Cyrus order him and the rest of [[Team Galactic]] to not go looking for him. After the call was abruptly ended, Saturn told himself that he understood.

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color=7394D5|bordercolor=8bb2ff
|ja=山下大輝 ''Daiki Yamashita''
|en=Ricky Ryba
|es_eu=Toni Astigarraga}}

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Mars Saturn Adventures.png|250px|thumb|Saturn and his Croagunk with Mars and her Purugly in the Pokémon Adventures manga]]
====History====
====={{chap|Diamond & Pearl}}=====
Saturn's role in [[Team Galactic]] is to raise funds for their projects and he has the permission of [[Cyrus]] to use any means he feels necessary; however, he is very lazy and usually sends machines to do his dirty work for him. Saturn decided to kidnap {{adv|Platinum}} for a ransom, as she is the daughter of the wealthiest family in [[Sinnoh]]; however, when his grunts couldn't find a picture of the child he settles on her bodyguards, [[Paka and Uji]].

He eventually tracks them at the [[Lost Tower]] and challenges Paka and Uji to a battle with his {{p|Croagunk}} and {{p|Abra}}. Despite the power his Pokémon possess, they are both defeated by Paka and Uji's skills. Angered by his loss, Saturn throws a temper tantrum and has the grunts seal [[Sinnoh Route 210|Route 210]] which will force them to stop at Veilstone, where their base is located. He is approached by Mars and after a brief argument about her stepping into his room without permission; she transfers energy to the Galactic Bomb.

He is later seen at Veilstone where he sets his revenge plan into action which he starts by having the grunts attack Paka and Uji in the darkness of night. After waiting a long time for Paka and Uji to be defeated by the grunts; Saturn's patience wears thin and he pulls out a mysterious machine to use on them. When the grunts finally lure them into firing range Saturn activates the machine; it fires a beam at Paka and Uji which sends them into an unknown dimension where they will stay for all eternity. Having become bored now that he has won; Saturn decides to play video games until [[Cyrus]] enters the room and punishes him for using the machine without permission by pinching his arm.

Saturn later appears at [[Lake Valor]] after a period of absence where he plans on blowing up the lake so that he can capture the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{DL|Lake guardians (Adventures)|Azelf}}. He encounters {{adv|Pearl}} who has come to prevent Team Galactic from blowing up the lake. Saturn easily defeats Pearl and attempts to interrogate him but the countdown for the lakes explosion begins before he can get an answer.

Once the lake is blown up Saturn commands the Galactic Grunts to begin the capturing of Azelf. Despite the skills Azelf possesses and Pearl's determination, Saturn eventually ends up the victor and defeats Pearl with a {{m|Gunk Shot}} from his {{p|Octillery}} and successfully captures Azelf. He later arrives at the Team Galactic HQ along with his fellow Commanders Mars and Jupiter where they listen to a speech given by Cyrus; Saturn is seen clapping after he finishes.

He later appears at the Spear Pillar where he and his fellow Commanders, Mars and Jupiter await Cyrus's arrival so that he can activate the ritual that will summon {{p|Dialga}} and {{p|Palkia}}. Saturn is the most shocked of the three when he sees that Cyrus is heavily injured but still promises to let no one stop him from activating the ritual. He, Mars, and Jupiter are all attacked by the Gym Leaders [[Fantina]], [[Roark]], and [[Gardenia]] but despite their challengers neither Commander is afraid. As they battle the Gym Leaders, three more arrive to help them [[Crasher Wake]], [[Maylene]], and [[Candice]] along with [[Byron]] for support; Saturn battles Roark and Fantina while Mars and Jupiter battle the other four. Despite his powerful Pokémon, Saturn is eventually defeated and is trapped underneath a pile of rubble, humorously with his machines airbag crushing him.

====={{chap|Platinum}}=====
Later, Saturn and his teammates are discovered by another member of Team Galactic, [[Sird]]. Sird explains to them that she had infiltrated Team Rocket on a mission, but failed. Soon after, they are attacked by [[Riley]] of Iron Island, who had tracked Sird by her Aura. Sird battles Riley, allowing Saturn, Jupiter, and Mars to escape unharmed.

Later, Saturn and the other Commanders witness Charon battling Diamond and Pearl in [[Eterna City]] with {{p|Heatran}} and {{p|Giratina}}. Despite their irritation that Charon has revealed his true loyalties, they decide to ignore it so that they can enter the Distortion World and rescue Cyrus. After arriving, they find Charon there as well. He lies and tells them that he is searching for Cyrus too, but is being attacked by a group of people and asks for their help.

Saturn and the others comply, and they each face a different opponent in a one-on-one battle. Saturn faces [[Mira]] in battle, while Jupiter faces [[Marley]], and Mars faces [[Cheryl]]. During the battle, Saturn is confused at Mira's battle strategy which has her make her Alakazam boost its defensive power in an attempt to make the battle longer.

The battle is interrupted by Giratina, who flies past them so that it can fight the other Legendary Pokémon in the area. After Charon is defeated, Saturn, his fellow Commanders, and Cyrus emerge from the Distortion World and into the real world. Charon tries to lie to Cyrus by claiming that he intended to gather the Legendary Pokémon for Team Galactic's sake. Cyrus reaches down to Charon, which Saturn and Mars think it means he's going to pinch him. However, Cyrus only takes his machine, and praises Charon for his technological genius. The records reveal that he has been using it since the battle on the Spear Pillar, which angers Saturn into figuring out that he was attempting to use the machine to control Dialga and Palkia into opening a hole to the Distortion World, to which Charon denies.

Cyrus speaks to his four Commanders once more and reveals that he is disbanding Team Galactic, which angers Jupiter because she, Saturn, and Mars will have nowhere else to go without him. Hearing her wishes, Cyrus takes Saturn, Mars, and Jupiter away with him and thanks Diamond, Pearl, Platinum for their help.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|main=yes
|pkmn=Toxicroak
|stage1=Croagunk
|gender=female
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Saturn Toxicroak Adventures.png
|img_size=120px
|epnum=PS349
|epname=Passing by Probopass and Maneuvering around Magnezone
|desc={{p|Toxicroak}} is Saturn's first known Pokémon. She has been under his ownership since she was a {{p|Croagunk}}. Usually, she is seen imitating Saturn's movements. She was first seen in battle against Paka and Uji but despite putting up a good fight, she was eventually defeated. In the {{chap|Platinum}}, she was revealed to have evolved into a Toxicroak.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Abra
|type1=Psychic
|img=Saturn Abra Adventures.png
|epnum=PS352
|epname=Crowded by Croagunk & Advanced on by Abra I
|desc={{p|Abra}} is Saturn's second known Pokémon. Abra was first used against Paka and Uji where it used its powerful teleportation and attacks to make it hard to hit but was eventually defeated. Abra was later used against Fantina and Roark but was defeated along with its Trainer.

Abra's known moves are {{m|Teleport}}, {{m|Fire Punch}}, and {{m|Ice Punch}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Octillery
|type1=Water
|img=Saturn Octillery Adventures.png
|epnum=PS397
|epname=Outwitting Octillery
|desc={{p|Octillery}} is Saturn's third known Pokémon. Octillery was first used at Lake Verity where it dragged [[Rad Rickshaw]] into the lake and later attacked Pearl with its powerful moves. Octillery was later used against Fantina and Roark but was defeated along with its Trainer.

Octillery's known moves are {{m|Octazooka}}, {{m|Gunk Shot}}, and {{m|Blizzard}}.}}

===Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!===
[[File:Saturn DPA.png|thumb|170px|Saturn in the Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure! manga]]
Saturn first appeared in the ruins of [[Celestic Town]] along with [[Jupiter]] and [[Cyrus]]. He battled [[Mitsumi]] while [[Hareta]] pursued his leader.

Just like in the games, Saturn was assigned to [[Lake Valor]] to capture {{p|Azelf}}. At the lake, Hareta and Saturn battled; Saturn initially had the upper hand using his {{p|Gallade}} but Hareta was able to turn the tide. After both his Gallade and {{p|Rhyperior}} were defeated, Saturn was fired from Team Galactic by Cyrus, but earned a second chance by using a [[Revive]] on Rhyperior so Cyrus's {{p|Gyarados}} would not lose to Hareta.

After the events at the [[Spear Pillar]], Saturn appeared to have joined the newly formed Neo Team Galactic and its leader, [[Charon]]. He reappeared at [[Canalave Library]] in an attempt to exact revenge on Hareta, but failed, and promised to attack again at the [[Team Galactic HQ|Galactic Veilstone Building]]. However, there he revealed he was actually a double agent and still loyal to Cyrus, whom he helped Mitsumi and the other Galactic members free.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Saturn
|width=77
|pkmn=Toxicroak
|type1=Poison
|type2=Fighting
|img=Saturn Toxicroak DPA.png
|epnum=DPA11
|epname=The Legendary Pokémon, Captured
|desc={{p|Toxicroak}} is Saturn's main Pokémon. It was mostly used to make sure that Hareta didn't interfere with Team Galactic.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Bronzong
|type1=Steel
|type2=Psychic
|img=Saturn Bronzong DPA.png
|epnum=DPA11
|epname=The Legendary Pokémon, Captured
|desc={{p|Bronzong}} is another Pokémon on Saturn's team. It went up against [[Byron's Bastiodon]] and tried to stop Bastiodon's every movement. As a result, it was able to defeat Byron and caused a cave-in with {{m|Earthquake}}. While Bronzong was battling Hareta's {{p|Piplup}} and {{p|Riolu}}, it was defeated by Riolu's {{m|Focus Punch}}.

Bronzong's known moves are {{m|Solar Beam}}, {{m|Gyro Ball}}, {{m|Reflect}} and {{m|Earthquake}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Gallade
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fighting
|img=Saturn Gallade DPA.png
|epnum=DPA11
|epname=The Legendary Pokémon, Captured
|desc={{p|Gallade}} was called out after Bronzong was defeated. Gallade was shown to be very powerful as he was able to take out [[Hareta]]'s {{p|Onix}} in one hit with {{m|Leaf Blade}}. His next opponent was a {{p|Misdreavus}}, in which the Screech Pokémon helped him activate the {{a|Steadfast}} Ability, causing him to be much faster than ever before. However, despite the boost, it fell to Misdreavus's {{m|Shadow Ball}} after Hareta ran up the hill and sped down using a bike, which in the process, the bike was destroyed. Hareta than congratulated Gallade for a job well done which angered Saturn.

Gallade's known moves are {{m|Fury Cutter}} and {{m|Leaf Blade}} and his Ability is {{a|Steadfast}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Rhyperior
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Saturn Rhyperior DPA.png
|epnum=DPA12
|epname=A Battle Of Wills
|desc={{p|Rhyperior}} was used to battle Hareta after {{p|Gallade}} was taken out. It was proven to be a tough opponent as it weakened Piplup while Toxicroak weakened {{TP|Hareta|Luxio}}. Later, it was hit by {{p|Geodude}} as it emerged from the ground and taken out by multiple {{p|Magikarp}}. Later, while Hareta was battling [[Cyrus]]'s {{p|Gyarados}}, Saturn gave Rhyperior a Revive. Due to Piplup's {{a|Torrent}}, Rhyperior was swallowed by Piplup's {{m|Surf}}.

None of Rhyperior's moves are known and its Ability is {{a|Lightningrod}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Golbat
|type1=Poison
|type2=Flying
|img=Saturn Golbat DPA.png
|epnum=DPA09
|epname=Challenge! The Fortress Of Steel!!
|desc=Saturn used {{p|Golbat}} to {{m|fly}} away along with [[Jupiter]]'s Golbat.

None of Golbat's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Saturn
|pkmn=Magmortar
|type1=Fire
|img=Saturn Magmortar DPA.png
|epnum=DPA31
|epname=Hareta's Excellent New Partner...Minun?!
|desc=Saturn sends out his {{p|Magmortar}} to fight against [[Hareta's Empoleon]] and {{TP|Hareta|Minun}}. It was finished off with a {{m|Surf}} attack from Empoleon while Saturn was paralyzed from Minun's {{m|Thunder Wave}}.

None of Magmortar's moves are known.}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Saturn or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Saturn's Pokémon|Psychic|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Toxicroak G (Platinum 40)|Toxicroak]] {{SP|G}}|type=Psychic|enset=Platinum |enrarity=Rare|ennum=40/127|jpsetlink=Platinum|jpset=Galactic's Conquest|jprarity=Rare|jpnum=050/096}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Toxicroak G (DP Promo 41)|Toxicroak]] {{SP|G}}|type=Fighting|enset=DP Black Star Promos|ennum=DP41|jpset=DPt-P Promotional cards|jpnum=008/DPt-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Ambipom G (Rising Rivals 56)|Ambipom]] {{SP|G}}|type=Colorless|enset=Rising Rivals|enrarity=Common|ennum=56/111|jpsetlink=Rising Rivals|jpset=Bonds to the End of Time|jprarity=Rare|jpnum=075/090}}
{{cardlist/footer|Psychic}}

==Trivia==
* Saturn was incorrectly referred to as female on multiple occasions outside of the {{pkmn|games}}. He was identified as female in one mistranslated chapter of [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl Adventure!]] and then again on [[Pokémon Sunday]]. The confusion is also furthered by his feminine Japanese voice.
** It should also be noted that Saturn is one of the few Trainers in the main series games not encountered in the {{Gdis|Battle Frontier|IV}} to have a Pokémon with a 50-50 chance of being male or female to be the opposite gender as himself, along with [[Bugsy]], [[Will]], [[Janine]] (Generation II) and [[Grimsley]]. Notably, Bugsy has also been mistaken for a girl.
* Saturn is the only [[Team Galactic]] {{tc|Commander}} whose Spanish name wasn't changed to correspond to a different planet; [[Jupiter]]'s and [[Mars]]'s names were changed to correspond to planets with names of Roman goddesses ({{wp|Ceres (dwarf planet)|Ceres}} and {{wp|Venus}}, respectively).
** However, Ceres is a {{wp|dwarf planet}}, like Pluto (from which [[Charon]]'s Japanese name was taken).
* Saturn is the lieutenant Commander of Team Galactic, meaning he is of a higher rank than Jupiter and Mars and his immediate superior is the Galactic Boss, [[Cyrus]], which would explain why after Cyrus disappeared, the remaining Team Galactic members followed under the command of Saturn. This is ironic, since he is the only Commander who was not told Team Galactic's true goals.
* Saturn is the Commander the player will battle the least in {{v2|Platinum}}, aside from [[Charon]], who doesn't battle the player at any point in the game.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{silver color}}; border: 3px solid #8bb2ff"
|- style="text-align:center"
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Japanese
| サターン ''Saturn''
| From ''{{wp|Saturn}}''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, German
| Saturn
| From ''Saturn''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese
| Saturno
| From ''Saturno'' (Saturn)
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| French
| Saturne
| From ''Saturne'' (Saturn)
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 새턴 ''Saturn''
| From ''Saturn''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 鎮星 / 镇星 ''Zhènxīng''
| rowspan="2" |From 鎮星 / 镇星 ''Zhènxīng / Jansīng'' (archaic name for Saturn)
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 鎮星 ''Jansīng''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Vietnamese
| Saturn
| From his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

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

==References==
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{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=Electric
|ball=None
|nickname=Pichu Brothers
|jnickname=ピチュー兄弟
|tmnickname=Pichu Bros.
|image=[[File:Pichu Brothers.png|The Pichu Brothers|250px]]
|caption=Pichu Little (left) and Pichu Big (right)
|caught=no
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu & Pichu
|gender=Male
|prevonum=172
|pokemonname=Pichu
|current=[[Big Town]]
|java1=[[Yumi Touma]] (Pichu Big) [[Satomi Koorogi]] (Pichu Little)
}}
The '''Pichu Brothers''' or '''Pichu Bros.''' (Japanese: '''ピチュー兄弟''' ''Pichu Bros.''), individually called '''Pichu Big''' and '''Pichu Little''', are a pair of {{p|Pichu}} who live in [[Big Town]].

==In the anime==
They debuted in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', where they met [[Ash's Pikachu]] who was lost after falling off a nearby building, in which {{Ash}} was planning a party celebrating the anniversary of [[EP001|when he and Pikachu first met]]. Pikachu and the Pichu Brothers went throughout [[Big Town]] chased by a {{p|Houndour}} who eventually helped them when the local Pokémon Playhouse was collapsing.
In ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]'', the Pichu Posse become embroiled in a picnic basket mix up between {{p|Smoochum}}’s basket and {{MTR}}’s basket.

In ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part Two)]]'', Meowth enlisted the Posse's assistance to deliver pizzas and later garden maintenance to make money. However things went disastrously wrong with both tasks, with the pizzas all ruined or eaten before delivery, and the parkland flooded after a series of mishaps. To apologize the Pichu Brothers and their friends gave Meowth some acorns.

The Pichu Brothers got into a heated argument over who gets to go down a slide first in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. Pichu Little along with {{p|Wooper}} ran off as a result, fleeing to a nearby park where it proceeded to steal a vendor's helium balloons. Consequently, Pichu Little floated up into the air, and had to contend with changing wind currents and {{p|Murkrow}} while Pichu Big and the other searched the city for him. The Posse was later reunited and returned to the Clubhouse to have fun again.

In ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part One)]]'', the Pichu Posse joined Meowth in tracking down his missing sandwich and later located the invisible culprit, a {{p|Kecleon}}. It explained that it stole the food to feed a lost {{p|Azurill}}; also the very one that Azumarill was expecting to arrive earlier in the day. With two mysteries solved, the Pichu Brothers and their friends joined Azumarill for a prepared dinner to celebrate Azurill's arrival.

Azumarill tasked the Pichu Brothers with looking after Azurill in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part Two)]]'', but the young Pokémon wandered off under their watch. They later found Azurill in an alleyway, safe and sound.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Meowth was going to throw a [[Meowth's Party|party]]. However, the Pichu Brothers and their friends had not received an invitation and so they went on a quest to find one. In the end, an Azumarill had their invitations all along and hadn't gotten around to delivering them yet. However, they flew away, which led to another adventure to track them down.

In ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]'', they had an adventure where they were lost a long way from home after a train ride. However, with the help of Pikachu, some of Ash's and {{an|Misty}}'s Pokémon, as well as a {{p|Wynaut}}, they were able to catch a train back home again.

The Pichu Brothers and the Clubhouse appeared during the credits of the Japanese version of ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''. They made another cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

The Pichu Brothers most recently appeared in ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]'' as some of the Pokémon watching {{an|Meloetta}}'s concert.

The Pichu Brothers have also appeared in the 2001 version of [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|Mezase Pokémon Master]]. They are seen running along a pipe below a bridge that Ash and his friends are standing on.

===Personality and characteristics===
The Pichu Brothers are the recognized leaders of their friendship group, the Pichu Posse. They are often seen playing together at the Pokémon Clubhouse. A call out for help will lead their friends to assemble immediately.

Pichu Big, distinguished by a tuft of hair, is the oldest of the pair. He is more mature and sensible while Pichu Little is typically impulsive, playful and argumentative. While they sometimes get into heated arguments, the Pichu Brothers care for one another, as evidenced through the actions in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'' where Pichu Big led the search for his lost brother.

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|electric||Pichu Bros ThunderShock.png|Using Thunder Shock}}
{{anmov|electric|Thunder Shock|PK07|Pikachu & Pichu}}
{{anmov/f|electric}}

===Pichu Posse===
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The '''Pichu Posse''' is a group of Pokémon living in [[Big Town]] that regularly take part in the Pichu Brothers' adventures. A number of them debuted in the Pokémon short, ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''.

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Azumarill
|gender=female
|type1=Water
|img=Azumarill Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|vajp=Kotono Mitsuishi
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc={{p|Azumarill}} first appeared in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. It was making flower chains in a local park when it spotted Pichu Little and {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Wooper}} rolling towards heavy traffic, so it used a {{m|Water Gun}} to propel them across the busy road. It later pointed Pichu Big and the others to Pichu Little's location.

Later {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Magby}} called Azumarill into to deal with the Pichu Brothers fighting again. However it was accidentally electrocuted, causing Azumarill to use Water Gun in rage. {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Smoochum}} and Magby used their {{m|Icy Wind}} and {{m|Flamethrower}} attacks to combat the Water attacks, creating a complex of icy slides. The Pokémon but aside their differences to then play on the slides together.

Azumarill briefly appeared in ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 1)]]'', where it invited the Pichu Posse to enjoy some acorns. It became cross after the Posse became impatient and knocked all the nuts onto the busy road.

In ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', Azumarill was busy preparing a picnic for its visiting friend {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Azurill}}. {{MTR}} accidentally destroyed Azumarill’s setting while hunting a sandwich thieving {{p|Kecleon}}. Afterwards, Azumarill invited everyone, including Meowth to enjoy Azurill’s welcome party.

During ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', Azumarill was again preparing a picnic lunch for Azurill. It remained behind while the Pichu Posse tried to re-locate Azurill, who wandered off.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', {{MTR}} was going to throw a [[Meowth's Party|party]]. However, the Pichu Brothers and their friends had not received an invitation and so they went on a quest to find one. In the end, an {{p|Azumarill}} had their invitations all along and hadn't gotten around to delivering them yet. However, they flew away, which led to another adventure to track them down.

Azumarill made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Azumarill is kind and generous, often preparing picnics for friends. However, when angered, Azumarill will attack with a barrage of {{m|Water Gun}}s. It spends much of its time amongst the flowers of a [[Big Town]] park.

Azumarill's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Azurill
|type1=Normal
|img=Azurill Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=HS10
|epname=Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)
|desc=Azurill was due to arrive in [[Big Town]] in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', to visit its friend {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Azumarill}}. It was later revealed that a friendly {{p|Kecleon}} saw Azurill, and took it to a drain pipe to get it out of the rain. With Azurill found, Azumarill invited everyone to enjoy Azurill's welcome party.

During ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', Azurill wandered off as Azumarill was preparing a picnic lunch. While the Pichu Posse searched Big Town for it, Azurill was interrupting {{MTR}}'s attempts to woo a {{p|Skitty}} by stealing his rose bouquet, cake and ruining his guitar serenade. Meowth's yelling lead the Pichu Brothers and their friend to find Azurill down an alleyway, and rescue it in time.

Azurill is a cheery and innocent Pokémon, though it puts itself at risk because of its wild curiosity and tendency to wander off.

Azurill's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Feraligatr
|type1=Water
|img=Big Town Feraligatr.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|desc=Feraligatr debuted in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. It noticed the Pichu Posse and Houndour being carried off by the river current, so it dived in and rescued them. With a flick of its tail, Pichu Big and friends landed safely while Houndour was put into the path of a Snorlax who squashed it in its sleep.

It reappeared briefly in ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', where it leaped out in time to help a runaway Azurill cross the river safely.

Feraligatr resides in a [[Big Town]] river, and it is willing to help anyone in need make a safe river crossing.

None of Feraligatr's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Houndour
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fire
|img=Houndour Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Naoki Tatsuta
|desc={{p|Houndour}} debuted in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', where it chased after [[Ash's Pikachu]] and the [[Pichu Brothers]] after they landed on its back. In its rage it ran directly into the Pokémon Clubhouse, which caused the junk-constructed playground to begin collapsing. Houndour lent its strength to help save the Clubhouse from toppling completely.

Houndour reappeared in ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]'', but it stopped pursuing the Posse after being burned to a crisp by {{p|Magby}}.

Houndour's sleep was interrupted in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', when yellow paint was accidentally spilled on it by the Pichu Posse. It chased them down to the river, and its momentum lead everyone to take a dive. A {{DL| Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Feraligatr}} came to their rescue, but Houndour was tossed directly into Snorlax’s path, where it was squashed under its weight.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', the Pichu Brothers jumped on Houndour’s head while chasing after a flyaway invitation. Houndour quickly gave chase, even seeing through the Brother’s makeshift {{p|Piloswine}} disguise. It bided its time as the Pichu fled into a building before the chase resumed. It ended when Houndour was sent blasting off by a broken water hydrant and then flattened by a Snorlax.

Houndour made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Houndour is a constant source of trouble for the Pichu Brothers and their friends. A running gag involves the Houndour getting hurt in some sort of way, usually being flattened by a local {{DL| Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Snorlax}}. It is a cunning Pokémon, but very prone to rage.

None of Houndour's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Magby
|type1=Fire
|img=Magby Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Yūji Ueda
|desc={{p|Magby}} first appeared in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''. After the Clubhouse was ruined by a rampaging Houndour, Magby lent its strength and later used Flamethrower to weld the pipe slide back together.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Magby helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Magby is a brave and yet short-tempered Pokémon, preferring to attack over rationalizing.

Magby's only known move is {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Meowth (Team Rocket)
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=HS07.png
|epnum=EP002
|epname=Pokémon Emergency!
|vajp=Inuko Inuyama
|vaen=Maddie Blaustein
|desc={{main|Meowth (Team Rocket)}}
In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', {{p|Meowth}} threw a big party for the Pokémon of the city where he was serving lots of fruit. The party was invitation-only and Meowth assigned the task of delivering invitations to Azumarill.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Murkrow (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Flying
|img=Big Town Murkrow.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu & Pichu
|desc=Murkrow first appeared in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', along with some its friends. Later a single Murkrow noticed {{AP|Pikachu}} attempting to cling onto a rope as he hung between two buildings. Instead of assisting, Murkrow loosened the rope tie at one end, though a few passing {{p|Hoppip}} helped Pikachu to safety.

In ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', Pichu Little was sent flying off into the distance after stealing some balloons from a park vendor. The mischievous Murkrow made things only more difficult, when it began popping all the balloons. Luckily Wooper used {{m|Water Gun}} in time, making for a softer landing.

Murkrow and its friends made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

The Murkrow are a troublemaker and feared across [[Big Town]]. They have a menacing stare and get a thrill out of putting others into harm's way.

None of Murkrow's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Smeargle
|type1=Normal
|img=Big Town Smeargle.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Kōichi Sakaguchi
|desc={{p|Smeargle}} was among the many Pokémon that were shown playing at the [[Big Town|Pokémon Clubhouse]] in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''. It later lent a hand after the Clubhouse began to collapse because of {{p|Houndour}}'s actions.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Smeargle was playing with its friend {{p|Aipom}} at the park amphitheatre when the Pichu Posse arrived demanding to know what the strange crescent-shaped cards everyone has. Using Smeargle's tail, Aipom painted a picture of fruit and a clock tower, directing the Posse over to the location of {{MTR}}'s upcoming party.

It reappeared in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', while Meowth and the Pichu Posse where looking for a sandwich thief. Pichu Big has Smeargle splash the paint on its tail everywhere, which revealed the invisible culprit to be a {{p|Kecleon}}.

Smeargle made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Smeargle is cheery and playful, often spending its days painting walls across [[Big Town]] with bright colors.

None of Smeargle's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Smoochum
|gender=female
|type1=Ice
|type2=Psychic
|img=Smoochum Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Megumi Hayashibara
|vaen=Tara Jayne
|desc=In ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]'', {{p|Smoochum}}'s basket of cosmetics was accidentally mixed up by {{MTR}}, who bumped into her, and grabbed what he thought his picnic basket full of food. She alerted the Pichu Posse to the situation, and her basket was later returned after Meowth left it on the ground while trying to catch his own basket.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Smoochum was the first to learn of {{MTR}}'s party after seeing everyone holding the crescent-shaped invitations. She alerted the Pichu Posse, who were yet to receive their invites, and helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Smoochum is very worried about her appearance, often shown applying makeup and looking at herself in a mirror.

Smoochum's known moves are {{m|Icy Wind}} and {{m|Lovely Kiss}}{{tt|*|Confirmed in Pichu Bros. mini}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Snorlax
|type1=Normal
|img=Snorlax Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc={{p|Snorlax}} is a recurring character throughout the [[Pichu Brothers]] shorts. First appearing in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', it rolled over in its sleep and crushed {{p|Houndour}} as it was chasing after the Pichu Brothers and {{AP|Pikachu}}.

In ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]'', Snorlax rolled onto Teddiursa as it was about to tuck into some pizza it was supposed to deliver. It appeared in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'' and again in ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', where it accidentally squashed Houndour who was again pursuing the Pichu Brothers and their friends.

Snorlax made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Snorlax is a restless sleeper, with unfortunate Pokémon like Houndour, being squashed under its weight.

None of Snorlax's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Squirtle Squad
|type1=Water
|type2=Ground
|img=Squirtle Squad Water Gun.png
|epnum=EP012
|epname=Here Comes the Squirtle Squad
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{main|Squirtle Squad}}

Three members of the {{p|Squirtle}} Squad were first seen using {{m|Water Gun}} against Smoochum in [[Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]. They were also seen in ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', where they helped out in setting up the party, and guard the food from thieves.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Teddiursa
|type1=Normal
|img=Teddiursa Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|vajp=Yuri Shiratori
|vaen=Tara Jayne
|desc={{p|Teddiursa}}’s appetite led to the events that unfolded in ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]''. It ate the food from Meowth’s picnic basket, much to Meowth’s disappointment.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Teddiursa helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Teddiursa is a gluttonous Pokémon, as seen when it slyly tried to eat the pizza it was supposed to deliver as well as food in the picnic basket it was supposed to deliver to Meowth. It often gets side-tracked by the smell of food. Teddiursa also sleeps in the park where it guards its precious acorns from other hungry Pokémon.

None of Teddiursa's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Wooper
|type1=Water
|type2=Ground
|img=Wooper Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Mayumi Shintani
|vaen=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Mayumi Shintani
|desc=In ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', {{p|Wooper}} ran off with Pichu Little to a park after the Pichu Brothers had an argument. After Pichu Little stole some helium balloons and was sent flying, Wooper joined the others of the Posse to search for him. Later, Wooper's Water Gun helped Pichu Little make a softer landing.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Wooper helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Wooper is a very happy-go-lucky Wooper that is almost always seen smiling. However it clumsy on land and often oblivious to the situation, so the others of the Posse direct its Water Gun attack to help for a softer landing.

Wooper's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Pichu Brothers PM.png|thumb|200px|The Pichu Brothers in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
===Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All===
The Pichu Brothers appeared in [[GDZ61]].

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
The Pichu Brothers appeared in ''[[PM075|Pichu and Pichu's Big Fight]]''. {{OBP|Giovanni|Pocket Monsters}} tried to steal them, but {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} managed to stop him in time.
{{-}}

==In spin-off games==
[[File:Pichu Bros Channel.png|thumb|150px|Pichu Brothers channel]]
===[[Pokémon Channel]]===
The Pichu Brothers channel is listed here. There are many channels for this, giving the choice each of five parts, the full version, or foreign language versions.
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring the Pichu Bros. in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Pichu Bros.|Lightning|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|P Promo|Pichu Bros.|28}}|type=Lightning|jpset=P Promotional cards|jpnum=028/P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|POP Series 3|Pichu Bros.|16}}|type=Lightning|enset=POP Series 3|enrarity=Common|ennum=16/17|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=078/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Pichu and Pikachu (CoroCoro promo)]]||type=Lightning|jpset=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/footer|Lightning}}

==Trivia==
* The Pichu Brothers' designs are similar to [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Sparky]], as one has a scruff of hair atop its head while the other does not.
* The Pichu Brothers' appears as a [[Poké Doll (plush)|Poké Doll]] plush toy.
* Pichu Little shares the same voice actor with {{SSB|Pichu|his counterpart}} in [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] and [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]].

==In other languages==
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|fi=Pichu-veljekset
|fr=Frères Pichu
|de=Pichu-Brüder
|is=Pichu-brædrunir
|it=Fratelli Pichu
|no=Pichu-brødrene
|pl=Bracia Pichu
|sv=Pichubröderna
|pt=Irmãos Pichu
|es=Hermanos Pichu
}}

==Related articles==
{{Animespecies|Pichu}}

{{Anime Pokémon|electric}}
{{Animecharacters|electric}}

[[Category:Anime characters (Pokémon)]]
[[Category:Male characters (Pokémon)]]
[[Category:Recurring wild Pokémon]]

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Pichu Brothers

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PardescanSlowbro: /* Pichu Posse */

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{{AnimePokémonInfobox
|type1=Electric
|ball=None
|nickname=Pichu Brothers
|jnickname=ピチュー兄弟
|tmnickname=Pichu Bros.
|image=[[File:Pichu Brothers.png|The Pichu Brothers|250px]]
|caption=Pichu Little (left) and Pichu Big (right)
|caught=no
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu & Pichu
|gender=Male
|prevonum=172
|pokemonname=Pichu
|current=[[Big Town]]
|java1=[[Yumi Touma]] (Pichu Big) [[Satomi Koorogi]] (Pichu Little)
}}
The '''Pichu Brothers''' or '''Pichu Bros.''' (Japanese: '''ピチュー兄弟''' ''Pichu Bros.''), individually called '''Pichu Big''' and '''Pichu Little''', are a pair of {{p|Pichu}} who live in [[Big Town]].

==In the anime==
They debuted in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', where they met [[Ash's Pikachu]] who was lost after falling off a nearby building, in which {{Ash}} was planning a party celebrating the anniversary of [[EP001|when he and Pikachu first met]]. Pikachu and the Pichu Brothers went throughout [[Big Town]] chased by a {{p|Houndour}} who eventually helped them when the local Pokémon Playhouse was collapsing.
In ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]'', the Pichu Posse become embroiled in a picnic basket mix up between {{p|Smoochum}}’s basket and {{MTR}}’s basket.

In ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part Two)]]'', Meowth enlisted the Posse's assistance to deliver pizzas and later garden maintenance to make money. However things went disastrously wrong with both tasks, with the pizzas all ruined or eaten before delivery, and the parkland flooded after a series of mishaps. To apologize the Pichu Brothers and their friends gave Meowth some acorns.

The Pichu Brothers got into a heated argument over who gets to go down a slide first in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. Pichu Little along with {{p|Wooper}} ran off as a result, fleeing to a nearby park where it proceeded to steal a vendor's helium balloons. Consequently, Pichu Little floated up into the air, and had to contend with changing wind currents and {{p|Murkrow}} while Pichu Big and the other searched the city for him. The Posse was later reunited and returned to the Clubhouse to have fun again.

In ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part One)]]'', the Pichu Posse joined Meowth in tracking down his missing sandwich and later located the invisible culprit, a {{p|Kecleon}}. It explained that it stole the food to feed a lost {{p|Azurill}}; also the very one that Azumarill was expecting to arrive earlier in the day. With two mysteries solved, the Pichu Brothers and their friends joined Azumarill for a prepared dinner to celebrate Azurill's arrival.

Azumarill tasked the Pichu Brothers with looking after Azurill in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part Two)]]'', but the young Pokémon wandered off under their watch. They later found Azurill in an alleyway, safe and sound.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Meowth was going to throw a [[Meowth's Party|party]]. However, the Pichu Brothers and their friends had not received an invitation and so they went on a quest to find one. In the end, an Azumarill had their invitations all along and hadn't gotten around to delivering them yet. However, they flew away, which led to another adventure to track them down.

In ''[[PK11|Camp Pikachu]]'', they had an adventure where they were lost a long way from home after a train ride. However, with the help of Pikachu, some of Ash's and {{an|Misty}}'s Pokémon, as well as a {{p|Wynaut}}, they were able to catch a train back home again.

The Pichu Brothers and the Clubhouse appeared during the credits of the Japanese version of ''[[M10|The Rise of Darkrai]]''. They made another cameo at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

The Pichu Brothers most recently appeared in ''[[PK24|Meloetta's Moonlight Serenade]]'' as some of the Pokémon watching {{an|Meloetta}}'s concert.

The Pichu Brothers have also appeared in the 2001 version of [[Aim to Be a Pokémon Master|Mezase Pokémon Master]]. They are seen running along a pipe below a bridge that Ash and his friends are standing on.

===Personality and characteristics===
The Pichu Brothers are the recognized leaders of their friendship group, the Pichu Posse. They are often seen playing together at the Pokémon Clubhouse. A call out for help will lead their friends to assemble immediately.

Pichu Big, distinguished by a tuft of hair, is the oldest of the pair. He is more mature and sensible while Pichu Little is typically impulsive, playful and argumentative. While they sometimes get into heated arguments, the Pichu Brothers care for one another, as evidenced through the actions in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'' where Pichu Big led the search for his lost brother.

===Moves used===
{{anmov/h|electric||Pichu Bros ThunderShock.png|Using Thunder Shock}}
{{anmov|electric|Thunder Shock|PK07|Pikachu & Pichu}}
{{anmov/f|electric}}

===Pichu Posse===
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The '''Pichu Posse''' is a group of Pokémon living in [[Big Town]] that regularly take part in the Pichu Brothers' adventures. A number of them debuted in the third mini-movie ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''.

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Azumarill
|gender=female
|type1=Water
|img=Azumarill Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|vajp=Kotono Mitsuishi
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc={{p|Azumarill}} first appeared in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. It was making flower chains in a local park when it spotted Pichu Little and {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Wooper}} rolling towards heavy traffic, so it used a {{m|Water Gun}} to propel them across the busy road. It later pointed Pichu Big and the others to Pichu Little's location.

Later {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Magby}} called Azumarill into to deal with the Pichu Brothers fighting again. However it was accidentally electrocuted, causing Azumarill to use Water Gun in rage. {{DL|Pichu Brothers|Smoochum}} and Magby used their {{m|Icy Wind}} and {{m|Flamethrower}} attacks to combat the Water attacks, creating a complex of icy slides. The Pokémon but aside their differences to then play on the slides together.

Azumarill briefly appeared in ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 1)]]'', where it invited the Pichu Posse to enjoy some acorns. It became cross after the Posse became impatient and knocked all the nuts onto the busy road.

In ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', Azumarill was busy preparing a picnic for its visiting friend {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Azurill}}. {{MTR}} accidentally destroyed Azumarill’s setting while hunting a sandwich thieving {{p|Kecleon}}. Afterwards, Azumarill invited everyone, including Meowth to enjoy Azurill’s welcome party.

During ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', Azumarill was again preparing a picnic lunch for Azurill. It remained behind while the Pichu Posse tried to re-locate Azurill, who wandered off.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', {{MTR}} was going to throw a [[Meowth's Party|party]]. However, the Pichu Brothers and their friends had not received an invitation and so they went on a quest to find one. In the end, an {{p|Azumarill}} had their invitations all along and hadn't gotten around to delivering them yet. However, they flew away, which led to another adventure to track them down.

Azumarill made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Azumarill is kind and generous, often preparing picnics for friends. However, when angered, Azumarill will attack with a barrage of {{m|Water Gun}}s. It spends much of its time amongst the flowers of a [[Big Town]] park.

Azumarill's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Azurill
|type1=Normal
|img=Azurill Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=HS10
|epname=Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)
|desc=Azurill was due to arrive in [[Big Town]] in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', to visit its friend {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Azumarill}}. It was later revealed that a friendly {{p|Kecleon}} saw Azurill, and took it to a drain pipe to get it out of the rain. With Azurill found, Azumarill invited everyone to enjoy Azurill's welcome party.

During ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', Azurill wandered off as Azumarill was preparing a picnic lunch. While the Pichu Posse searched Big Town for it, Azurill was interrupting {{MTR}}'s attempts to woo a {{p|Skitty}} by stealing his rose bouquet, cake and ruining his guitar serenade. Meowth's yelling lead the Pichu Brothers and their friend to find Azurill down an alleyway, and rescue it in time.

Azurill is a cheery and innocent Pokémon, though it puts itself at risk because of its wild curiosity and tendency to wander off.

Azurill's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Feraligatr
|type1=Water
|img=Big Town Feraligatr.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|desc=Feraligatr debuted in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]''. It noticed the Pichu Posse and Houndour being carried off by the river current, so it dived in and rescued them. With a flick of its tail, Pichu Big and friends landed safely while Houndour was put into the path of a Snorlax who squashed it in its sleep.

It reappeared briefly in ''[[HS10|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 2)]]'', where it leaped out in time to help a runaway Azurill cross the river safely.

Feraligatr resides in a [[Big Town]] river, and it is willing to help anyone in need make a safe river crossing.

None of Feraligatr's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Houndour
|type1=Dark
|type2=Fire
|img=Houndour Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Naoki Tatsuta
|desc={{p|Houndour}} debuted in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', where it chased after [[Ash's Pikachu]] and the [[Pichu Brothers]] after they landed on its back. In its rage it ran directly into the Pokémon Clubhouse, which caused the junk-constructed playground to begin collapsing. Houndour lent its strength to help save the Clubhouse from toppling completely.

Houndour reappeared in ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]'', but it stopped pursuing the Posse after being burned to a crisp by {{p|Magby}}.

Houndour's sleep was interrupted in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', when yellow paint was accidentally spilled on it by the Pichu Posse. It chased them down to the river, and its momentum lead everyone to take a dive. A {{DL| Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Feraligatr}} came to their rescue, but Houndour was tossed directly into Snorlax’s path, where it was squashed under its weight.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', the Pichu Brothers jumped on Houndour’s head while chasing after a flyaway invitation. Houndour quickly gave chase, even seeing through the Brother’s makeshift {{p|Piloswine}} disguise. It bided its time as the Pichu fled into a building before the chase resumed. It ended when Houndour was sent blasting off by a broken water hydrant and then flattened by a Snorlax.

Houndour made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Houndour is a constant source of trouble for the Pichu Brothers and their friends. A running gag involves the Houndour getting hurt in some sort of way, usually being flattened by a local {{DL| Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Snorlax}}. It is a cunning Pokémon, but very prone to rage.

None of Houndour's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Magby
|type1=Fire
|img=Magby Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Yūji Ueda
|desc={{p|Magby}} first appeared in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''. After the Clubhouse was ruined by a rampaging Houndour, Magby lent its strength and later used Flamethrower to weld the pipe slide back together.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Magby helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Magby is a brave and yet short-tempered Pokémon, preferring to attack over rationalizing.

Magby's only known move is {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Meowth (Team Rocket)
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=HS07.png
|epnum=EP002
|epname=Pokémon Emergency!
|vajp=Inuko Inuyama
|vaen=Maddie Blaustein
|desc={{main|Meowth (Team Rocket)}}
In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', {{p|Meowth}} threw a big party for the Pokémon of the city where he was serving lots of fruit. The party was invitation-only and Meowth assigned the task of delivering invitations to Azumarill.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Murkrow (multiple)
|type1=Dark
|type2=Flying
|img=Big Town Murkrow.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu & Pichu
|desc=Murkrow first appeared in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', along with some its friends. Later a single Murkrow noticed {{AP|Pikachu}} attempting to cling onto a rope as he hung between two buildings. Instead of assisting, Murkrow loosened the rope tie at one end, though a few passing {{p|Hoppip}} helped Pikachu to safety.

In ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', Pichu Little was sent flying off into the distance after stealing some balloons from a park vendor. The mischievous Murkrow made things only more difficult, when it began popping all the balloons. Luckily Wooper used {{m|Water Gun}} in time, making for a softer landing.

Murkrow and its friends made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

The Murkrow are a troublemaker and feared across [[Big Town]]. They have a menacing stare and get a thrill out of putting others into harm's way.

None of Murkrow's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Smeargle
|type1=Normal
|img=Pichu Posse M11.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Kōichi Sakaguchi
|desc={{p|Smeargle}} was among the many Pokémon that were shown playing at the [[Big Town|Pokémon Clubhouse]] in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]''. It later lent a hand after the Clubhouse began to collapse because of {{p|Houndour}}'s actions.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Smeargle was playing with its friend {{p|Aipom}} at the park amphitheatre when the Pichu Posse arrived demanding to know what the strange crescent-shaped cards everyone has. Using Smeargle's tail, Aipom painted a picture of fruit and a clock tower, directing the Posse over to the location of {{MTR}}'s upcoming party.

It reappeared in ''[[HS09|Big Meowth, Little Dreams (Part 1)]]'', while Meowth and the Pichu Posse where looking for a sandwich thief. Pichu Big has Smeargle splash the paint on its tail everywhere, which revealed the invisible culprit to be a {{p|Kecleon}}.

Smeargle made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Smeargle is cheery and playful, often spending its days painting walls across [[Big Town]] with bright colors.

None of Smeargle's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Smoochum
|gender=female
|type1=Ice
|type2=Psychic
|img=Smoochum Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Megumi Hayashibara
|vaen=Tara Jayne
|desc=In ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]'', {{p|Smoochum}}'s basket of cosmetics was accidentally mixed up by {{MTR}}, who bumped into her, and grabbed what he thought his picnic basket full of food. She alerted the Pichu Posse to the situation, and her basket was later returned after Meowth left it on the ground while trying to catch his own basket.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Smoochum was the first to learn of {{MTR}}'s party after seeing everyone holding the crescent-shaped invitations. She alerted the Pichu Posse, who were yet to receive their invites, and helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Smoochum is very worried about her appearance, often shown applying makeup and looking at herself in a mirror.

Smoochum's known moves are {{m|Icy Wind}} and {{m|Lovely Kiss}}{{tt|*|Confirmed in Pichu Bros. mini}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Snorlax
|type1=Normal
|img=Snorlax Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc={{p|Snorlax}} is a recurring character throughout the [[Pichu Brothers]] shorts. First appearing in ''[[PK07|Pikachu & Pichu]]'', it rolled over in its sleep and crushed {{p|Houndour}} as it was chasing after the Pichu Brothers and {{AP|Pikachu}}.

In ''[[HS07|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]'', Snorlax rolled onto Teddiursa as it was about to tuck into some pizza it was supposed to deliver. It appeared in ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'' and again in ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', where it accidentally squashed Houndour who was again pursuing the Pichu Brothers and their friends.

Snorlax made a small cameo alongside the other [[Big Town]] Pokémon at the beginning of ''[[M11|Giratina and the Sky Warrior]]''.

Snorlax is a restless sleeper, with unfortunate Pokémon like Houndour, being squashed under its weight.

None of Snorlax's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Squirtle Squad
|type1=Water
|type2=Ground
|img=Squirtle Squad Water Gun.png
|epnum=EP012
|epname=Here Comes the Squirtle Squad
|vajp=Ikue Ohtani
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{main|Squirtle Squad}}

Three members of the {{p|Squirtle}} Squad were first seen using {{m|Water Gun}} against Smoochum in [[Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part 2)]]. They were also seen in ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', where they helped out in setting up the party, and guard the food from thieves.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Teddiursa
|type1=Normal
|img=Teddiursa Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=Trouble in Big Town
|epname=Trouble in Big Town
|vajp=Yuri Shiratori
|vaen=Tara Jayne
|desc={{p|Teddiursa}}’s appetite led to the events that unfolded in ''[[HS06|Of Meowth and Pokémon (Part One)]]''. It ate the food from Meowth’s picnic basket, much to Meowth’s disappointment.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Teddiursa helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Teddiursa is a gluttonous Pokémon, as seen when it slyly tried to eat the pizza it was supposed to deliver as well as food in the picnic basket it was supposed to deliver to Meowth. It often gets side-tracked by the smell of food. Teddiursa also sleeps in the park where it guards its precious acorns from other hungry Pokémon.

None of Teddiursa's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|nick=Wooper
|type1=Water
|type2=Ground
|img=Wooper Pichu Bros.png
|epnum=PK07
|epname=Pikachu and Pichu
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Mayumi Shintani
|vaen=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Mayumi Shintani
|desc=In ''[[Trouble in Big Town]]'', {{p|Wooper}} ran off with Pichu Little to a park after the Pichu Brothers had an argument. After Pichu Little stole some helium balloons and was sent flying, Wooper joined the others of the Posse to search for him. Later, Wooper's Water Gun helped Pichu Little make a softer landing.

In ''[[Pichu Bros. in Party Panic]]'', Wooper helped the Pichu brothers look for invitations to Meowth's party.

Wooper is a very happy-go-lucky Wooper that is almost always seen smiling. However it clumsy on land and often oblivious to the situation, so the others of the Posse direct its Water Gun attack to help for a softer landing.

Wooper's only known move is {{m|Water Gun}}.}}

==In the manga==
[[File:Pichu Brothers PM.png|thumb|200px|The Pichu Brothers in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
===Pokémon Gotta Catch 'Em All===
The Pichu Brothers appeared in [[GDZ61]].

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
The Pichu Brothers appeared in ''[[PM075|Pichu and Pichu's Big Fight]]''. {{OBP|Giovanni|Pocket Monsters}} tried to steal them, but {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} managed to stop him in time.
{{-}}

==In spin-off games==
[[File:Pichu Bros Channel.png|thumb|150px|Pichu Brothers channel]]
===[[Pokémon Channel]]===
The Pichu Brothers channel is listed here. There are many channels for this, giving the choice each of five parts, the full version, or foreign language versions.
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring the Pichu Bros. in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].
{{cardlist/header|Pichu Bros.|Lightning|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|P Promo|Pichu Bros.|28}}|type=Lightning|jpset=P Promotional cards|jpnum=028/P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|POP Series 3|Pichu Bros.|16}}|type=Lightning|enset=POP Series 3|enrarity=Common|ennum=16/17|jpset=PCG-P Promotional cards|jpnum=078/PCG-P}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Pichu and Pikachu (CoroCoro promo)]]||type=Lightning|jpset=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/footer|Lightning}}

==Trivia==
* The Pichu Brothers' designs are similar to [[Ash's Pikachu]] and [[Sparky]], as one has a scruff of hair atop its head while the other does not.
* The Pichu Brothers' appears as a [[Poké Doll (plush)|Poké Doll]] plush toy.
* Pichu Little shares the same voice actor with {{SSB|Pichu|his counterpart}} in [[Super Smash Bros. Melee]] and [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]].

==In other languages==
{{langtable|color={{electric color}}|bordercolor={{electric color dark}}
|da=Pichu-brødrene
|fi=Pichu-veljekset
|fr=Frères Pichu
|de=Pichu-Brüder
|is=Pichu-brædrunir
|it=Fratelli Pichu
|no=Pichu-brødrene
|pl=Bracia Pichu
|sv=Pichubröderna
|pt=Irmãos Pichu
|es=Hermanos Pichu
}}

==Related articles==
{{Animespecies|Pichu}}

{{Anime Pokémon|electric}}
{{Animecharacters|electric}}

[[Category:Anime characters (Pokémon)]]
[[Category:Male characters (Pokémon)]]
[[Category:Recurring wild Pokémon]]

[[es:Hermanos Pichu]]
[[fr:Frères Pichu]]
[[it:Fratelli Pichu]]
[[ja:ピチュー兄弟]]
[[zh:皮丘兄弟]]

Norman

2023-01-20T21:46:59Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Pre series */

:''If you were looking for the president of 4Kids Productions, see [[Norman J. Grossfeld]].''
:''If you were looking for the [[character of the day]] in [[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]], see [[Norman (EP036)]].''
----

{{CharInfobox
|color={{normal color}}
|corecolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|name=Norman
|jname=センリ
|tmname=Senri
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=A man in pursuit of power!
|image=Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Norman.png
|size=150px
|caption=Artwork from {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|gender=Male
|colors=yes
|eyes=Black{{tt|*|Games}}, Navy{{tt|*|Anime and Adventures}}
|hair=Black{{tt|*|Games}}, Navy{{tt|*|Anime and Adventures}}
|hometown=[[Littleroot Town]] (resides) [[Olivine City]] (birthtown) [[Petalburg City]]{{tt|*|anime}}
|region=[[Hoenn]] (originally [[Johto]])
|relatives={{ga|Brendan}}/{{ga|May}} (as {{player}}), {{ho|Mom|wife}} (games) {{adv|Ruby}}, unnamed wife (Adventures) {{an|May}}, [[Max]], [[Caroline]] (wife, anime) {{ga|Brendan}} (Masters)
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/3|RSE}}{{sup/6|ORAS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{gen|III}}, {{gen|V}}, {{gen|VI}}
|games={{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} {{2v2|Black|White|2}} {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Petalburg Gym
|badge=Badge#Balance Badge{{!}}Balance Badge
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Normal}} types
|brain=no
|anime=yes
|epnum=AG003
|epname=There's no Place Like Hoenn
|java=Jūrōta Kosugi
|enva=[[Dan Green]]
|gameanim=yes
|envagame=Keith Silverstein<ref name="Keith Silverstein">[https://twitter.com/SilverTalkie/status/1482062833407782915 Keith Silverstein on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Tomokazu Sugita ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|pv=yes
|pvnum=Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer
|pvname=Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer
}}
'''Norman''' (Japanese: '''センリ''' ''Senri'') is the father of the {{player}} and the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Petalburg City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Petalburg Gym]] in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} and their [[Generation VI]] remakes [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]]. He is an [[Type expert|expert]] of {{type|Normal}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, and hands out the {{Badge|Balance}} to any {{pkmn|Trainer}} who defeats him.

==In the core series==
Norman is also the [[player character]]'s father in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} no matter which gender is selected. The other gender choice (and therefore the [[rival]]) is the child of [[Professor Birch]].

Although he is the first Gym Leader encountered, he refuses to battle until the player has at least four Badges. Before stating this, he first introduces the player to Wally (secondary rival) which is when the Pokémon catching tutorial happens. Once he is beaten, he gives the player the Balance Badge, as well as {{TM|42|Facade}} in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} or {{TM|67|Retaliate}} in {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}.

Norman and his family are originally from [[Olivine City]] in [[Johto]]. He, as well as the player, have just moved to [[Hoenn]] so that he could take up the position of Gym Leader. People have come to describe him as someone who "lives for Pokémon".

Norman also provides special items scanned in via [[e-Reader]] to the player.

Norman has known Birch since their school days.<ref>http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-gb/characters/professor-birch</ref> According to the [[Television|TV show]] ''Trouble Talk'', they went to college together.

==={{DL|PokéNav|Trainer's Eyes}}/{{DL|PokéNav|Match Call}}===
'''Leader Norman'''{{sup/3|RS}}{{sup/6|ORAS}} / '''Reliable One Dad'''{{sup/3|E}}
:'''Strategy'''
:I flexibly adapt my style.
:'''Trainer's Pokémon'''
:Grown in a balanced manner.{{sup/3|RSE}}
:Those grown in a balanced manner.{{sup/6|ORAS}}
:'''Self-Introduction'''
:Pokémon are my life. My chosen path is harsh...{{sup/3|RS}}
:I walk the 30 minutes from home to here every day.{{sup/3|E}}
:I've chosen to dedicate my life to Pokémon, but the road is hard...{{sup/6|ORAS}}

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}====
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=both
|ability=Pickup
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal}}

=====Gym battle=====
Norman uses two [[Hyper Potion]]s.
{{Party/Single
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|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3100
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=RS
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=3
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Encore|move1type=Normal
|move2=Facade|move2type=Normal
|move3=Yawn|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=30
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Faint Attack|move2type=Dark
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=31
|type1=Normal
|move1=Focus Punch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Slack Off|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Emerald}}====
Norman uses two [[Hyper Potion]]s in the Gym battle and three [[Full Restore]]s in the rematches.
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=both
|ability=Pickup
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal}}

=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3100
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman1
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=27
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psybeam|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=27
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Facade|move2type=Normal
|move3=Encore|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=264
|pokemon=Linoone
|gender=male
|ability=Pickup
|level=29
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Belly Drum|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Headbutt|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=31
|type1=Normal
|move1=Counter|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Yawn|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====First [[rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}9000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=113
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=42
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=42
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman2
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=43
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=45
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}10000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=47
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=113
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=47
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=45
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman3
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=48
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Third rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}11000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=52
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=242
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=52
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman4
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=53
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=55
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Fourth rematch onwards=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}12000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=242
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Protect|move1type=Normal
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=55
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=128
|pokemon=Tauros
|gender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Protect|move2type=Normal
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman5
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=58
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=60
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Norman 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. Norman will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Slaking}}.

======[[Hoenn Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Slack Off|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=327
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Own Tempo|ability2=Tangled Feet
|held=Dark Gem
|move1=Thrash|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Sucker Punch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Teeter Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Assist|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=352
|pokemon=Kecleon
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Color Change
|held=Ganlon Berry
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Shadow Claw|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Recover|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Skill Swap|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=351
|pokemon=Castform
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Forecast
|held=Ice Gem
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Icy Wind|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hydro Pump|move3type=Water|move3cat=Special
|move4=Disable|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=295
|pokemon=Exploud
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Soundproof
|held=Petaya Berry
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Voice|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=335
|pokemon=Zangoose
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Immunity
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Night Slash|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Eject Button
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Night Slash|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=424 m
|pokemon=Ambipom
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Technician|ability2=Pickup
|held=Normal Gem
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Acrobatics|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fake Out|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fire Punch|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=626
|pokemon=Bouffalant
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Reckless|ability2=Sap Sipper
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Head Charge|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Megahorn|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Revenge|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=398 m
|pokemon=Staraptor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|held=Choice Band
|move1=Brave Bird|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Quick Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Final Gambit|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=295
|pokemon=Exploud
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Soundproof
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Voice|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Blizzard|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=586{{#switch: {{#time: F}}|January|May|September=|February|June|October=S|March|July|November=A|April|August|December=W}}
|pokemon=Sawsbuck
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal|type2=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Sap Sipper
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Swords Dance|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Horn Leech|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Rest|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Gathered! Gym Leader!]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Chople Berry
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Facade|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=626
|pokemon=Bouffalant
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Sap Sipper
|held=Lum Berry
|move1=Head Charge|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Megahorn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Reversal|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Pursuit|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=586{{#switch: {{#time: F}}|January|May|September=|February|June|October=S|March|July|November=A|April|August|December=W}}
|pokemon=Sawsbuck
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|type2=Grass
|ability=Sap Sipper
|held=Occa Berry
|move1=Horn Leech|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Double-Edge|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Megahorn|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Jump Kick|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=508
|pokemon=Stoutland
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Intimidate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Snarl|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Special
|move2=Giga Impact|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Ice Fang|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Roar|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}====
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/6
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=female
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|ability=Unknown
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Tail Whip|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sand Attack|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Status}}

=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|sprite=VSNorman.png
|size=150px
|prize={{PDollar}}3,600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=ORAS
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Retaliate|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Yawn|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Feint Attack|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Encore|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Feint Attack|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Retaliate|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fury Swipes|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=30
|type1=Normal
|move1=Retaliate|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Feint Attack|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swagger|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Chip Away|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Norman (Masters)}}

==Artwork==
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|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}" | [[File:Ruby Sapphire Norman.png|130px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}"| [[File:Norman ORAS concept art.png|250px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Conceptual artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|}

===Sprites===
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|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr RS Norman.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr B2W2 Norman.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:VSNorman.png|200px]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman III OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman ORAS OD.png‎|100px]]
|-
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Overworld model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Norman/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
====History====
[[File:Norman anime.png|250px|thumb|Norman in the anime]]
=====Pre series=====
Norman and his family only recently moved from the [[Johto]] [[region]] to [[Petalburg City]] and assumed his role as the local [[Gym Leader]].

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''=====
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, Norman is the father of {{an|May}} and [[Max]], two of Ash's former traveling companions, and the husband of [[Caroline]].

Very early in his Hoenn journey, {{Ash}} arrived with May in Petalburg City in the hope of getting his first Gym battle. In ''[[AG003|There's no Place Like Hoenn]]'', Ash found the Petalburg Gym and met [[Max]], who posed as if he was the Gym Leader. May stopped him and allowed Ash to meet her parents, Caroline and Norman. Norman turned out be to the real [[Petalburg City]] [[Gym Leader]]. Norman used his Pokémon, a {{p|Vigoroth}}, in an exhibition battle against Pikachu, and later to save [[May's Torchic]] from {{TRT}}.

Norman is a good friend of [[Professor Birch]] and was most likely the person to send May to [[Littleroot Town]] to get her first Pokémon. As May did not initially like Pokémon, this seemed to have created some distance between the two. Before Ash knew that Norman was May's father, he commented that it sounded like she knew the Petalburg Gym Leader pretty well, to which she replied, "No, I just wish I did," and became subdued.

In ''[[AG068|A Double Dilemma]]'', Norman appeared in flashbacks and on memorabilia. It was also revealed that he had a large fanbase in [[North Petalburg]].

In ''[[AG069|Love, Petalburg Style!]]'', when Ash and his friends visited Petalburg City again, May and Max tried to figure out why Norman and Caroline were getting all worked up as Ash tried to save Norman's three Pokémon from Team Rocket. It all turned out that Norman had Nurse Joy set up a special firework display to make fireworks in a form of a {{p|Beautifly}} as a wedding anniversary gift for Caroline. During the episode, Norman showed that he was rather dense, not realizing that Caroline assumed that he was having an affair with Nurse Joy.

Ash had his Gym battle with Norman in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''. Using his {{AP|Grovyle}}, {{AP|Pikachu}}, and {{AP|Torkoal}}, Ash defeated Norman's Pokémon. Upset by his father's loss, Max stole the Balance Badge and locked himself up in Norman's greenhouse. Norman was able to calm Max down, and Max gave Ash his {{Badge|Balance}}.

He reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[AG075|Whiscash and Ash]]'', ''[[AG089|A Scare to Remember!]]'', and ''[[AG103|A Cacturne for the Worse]]''.
[[File:Norman Slaking DP.png|thumb|right|250px|Norman and family watching May compete in the Wallace Cup]]
In ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]'', Caroline joined Ash and {{ashfr}} in [[Slateport City]] to watch May compete in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]], though revealed that Norman was too busy at the Petalburg Gym, so he would be cheering her on from home. In ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', Norman was watching May competing in the Hoenn Grand Festival on [[television]].

In ''[[AG126|Saved by the Beldum]]'', Norman watched Ash competing in the [[Ever Grande Conference]] from the comfort of his living room.

He reappeared in a fantasy in ''[[AG153|Tactics Theatrics!]]''.

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''=====
Norman appeared a flashback in ''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]''.

His latest appearances saw him watching May perform in the [[Wallace Cup]] on television in ''[[DP077|Staging a Heroes' Welcome!]]'' and ''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]''.

====Character====
Norman cares deeply for his family, wishing his children to have some quality time and good friends. Norman is also very protective of them, often fighting even more aggressively in the process of protecting them. {{an|May}} and [[Max]] respect their father's extensive efforts to ensure a healthy relationship with them, such as coming home for lunch and playing with his children. In general, Norman is jovial and calm, but at times, he can sometimes overlook things and cannot see the actual problem at hand.

Norman is very dedicated to running the Petalburg Gym, often working too hard. He and his assistant {{ho|Kenny}} handle most of the duties and the Pokémon in the greenhouse.

In the broader community, Norman is quite popular for both his looks and his position as a [[Gym Leader]], having an enthusiastic fanbase in [[North Petalburg]] and an emerging image in [[Petalburg City]]. In battle, he is intensely focused and has perfected his Pokémon in both offensive and defensive tactics. Norman commonly utilizes his trio of {{p|Slakoth}}, {{p|Vigoroth}}, and {{p|Slaking}} to confuse his opponents because they are capable of moving at different speeds. Norman gives his opponent credit for an excellent strategy and accepts a loss as critical to personal growth. He enjoys a challenge, wanting to see his opponent struggle to overcome his strategy and sheer power. However, he does not let his children watch the battle, thinking it would distract the challenger. Max claimed that Norman was capable of entering the [[Elite Four]] in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''.

====Pokémon====
{{missingInfo|1|enva}}
This listing is of Norman's Pokémon in the [[Pokémon anime]].
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Vigoroth.png
|epnum=AG003
|epname=There's no Place Like Hoenn
|vajp=Yūji Ueda
|vaen=Dan Green
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} was first seen after Norman agreed to have an unofficial {{pkmn|battle}} with {{Ash}} because he had less than three Pokémon at the time. After a tough battle with [[Ash's Pikachu]], Vigoroth managed to defeat him. Later, it helped in destroying one of [[Team Rocket's mechas]] that was attacking the Gym.

In ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]'', Vigoroth was the second Pokémon used by Norman in his official [[Gym]] battle with Ash. It managed to easily defeat {{AP|Torkoal}} before once again facing Pikachu. This time, Pikachu was able to defeat Vigoroth, but ended up exhausting all of his own energy as well in the process, resulting in a double knockout.

It reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[AG057|Going for a Spinda]]'', ''[[AG068|A Double Dilemma]]'', and the Japanese version of ''[[AG089|A Scare to Remember!]]'', and made a cameo appearance in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', where it was watching May competing in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]] on [[television]].

Vigoroth's known moves are {{m|Scratch}} and {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth.png
|epnum=AG069
|epname=Love, Petalburg Style!
|vajp=Shin-ichiro Miki

|desc={{p|Slakoth}} first appeared in the greenhouse where Norman keeps his Pokémon. It appeared again in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power!]]'', during Norman's [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} with {{Ash}}. It first went up against {{AP|Pikachu}}, but when Pikachu's strategies failed to work, Ash switched him out for {{AP|Torkoal}}, who was able to defeat its opponent.

It made a cameo appearance in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', where it was watching May competing in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]] on [[television]].

Slakoth's known moves are {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{m|Hidden Power}}, and {{m|Blizzard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking.png
|epnum=AG069
|epname=Love, Petalburg Style!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Dan Green
|desc={{p|Slaking}} debuted in Norman's greenhouse with the rest of his Pokémon. In ''[[AG070|Balance of Power!]]'', it battled {{AP|Grovyle}} during {{Ash}}'s [[Gym]] battle against Norman, but was ultimately defeated.}}

=====Cared for=====
{| width="50%"
| {{InactivePoké|May|Beautifly|May Beautifly with Caroline.png|bug|flying}}
| {{InactivePoké|May|Skitty|May Skitty with Caroline.png|normal}}
|}

* When May went to [[Kanto]], she left Beautifly and Skitty in the care of her parents. However, when May traveled to [[Sinnoh]] for the [[Wallace Cup]], Beautifly had rejoined May's [[party|team]]. Skitty also appeared during May's campaign in the Wallace Cup, but it is unknown if Skitty had also rejoined May's team or was just sent temporarily.

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{normal color}}|bordercolor={{normal color light}}
|ja=小杉十郎太 ''Jūrōta Kosugi''
|en=[[Dan Green]]
|fi=Jari Viitanen ([[AG003]]) Saku Mäkynen ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|it=Lorenzo Scattorin
|no=Erik Skøld ([[AG003]]) Trond Teigen ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|ru=Дмитрий Филимонов ''Dmitry Filimonov''
|fr_eu=Alexandre Crépet
|pl=Andrzej Chudy
|pt_br=Élcio Sodré ([[AG003]]) Mauro Eduardo ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|es_la=Enrique Mederos ([[AG003]]) Salvador Delgado ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|es_eu=Luis Bajo ([[AG003]]) Gabriel Jiménez ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])}}

===GOTCHA!===
Norman briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
[[File:Norman AP.png|thumb|180px|Norman in Ash & Pikachu]]
===Ash & Pikachu===
Norman appeared in ''[[SP25|I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!]]'', where he, like in the anime, had a Gym battle with Ash.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=76
|main=yes
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Slaking}} is Norman's first known Pokémon. During the Gym battle, he sent it out as his final Pokémon against [[Ash's Grovyle]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth Shadow Ball AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Slakoth}} briefly appeared battling [[Ash's Pikachu]].

Slakoth's only known move is {{m|Shadow Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Ash Torkoal AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} briefly appeared battling [[Ash's Torkoal]].

None of Vigoroth's moves are known.}}

===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Norman Juan Adventures.png|thumb|230px|Norman in Pokémon Adventures]]
{{spoilers}}
====History====
====={{chap|Ruby & Sapphire}}=====
Norman is the father of {{adv|Ruby}} and the newly appointed Leader of the Petalburg Gym. On Ruby's 11th birthday, Norman had his wife and son move to Hoenn to live in Littleroot Town. Due to Norman's dislike of his son partaking in Pokémon Contests, Ruby held a grudge against his father. Ruby decided to run away and prove to his father the superiority of [[Pokémon Contest]]s to battling. As he left, he took the Running Shoes his father gave him as a birthday present. Upon arriving at Petalburg City, Ruby attempted to avoid being spotted by Norman. His attempts led him to meeting {{adv|Wally}}, a sickly boy attempting to capture his first Pokémon. Wally asks Norman if he will teach him how to capture Pokémon as he had previously requested. He refuses due to Wally neglecting to inform Norman about his illness. Norman senses Ruby's presence, but when his attempt to get him to come out fails, he just passes it off as another wild Pokémon and leaves.

Norman's search leads him to the [[Weather Institute]], where he attacks Ruby, demanding to know why he ran away from home. Ruby considers running away, but he decides to stay and fight in order to prove to his father how determined he is. Norman easily gains the upper hand due to teaching Ruby all he knows about fighting, but Ruby turns the tide by using new tactics with the Pokémon he caught on his journey. The battle causes the worn-out institute to break apart, leaving Ruby and Norman left dangling above shrapnel that fell from their battle. With the Running Shoes he got as a gift from Norman, Ruby manages to save the both of them, but is left exhausted and defeated. Norman attempts to continue their battle, but he is stopped by fellow Gym Leader [[Winona]]. Winona tells Norman that he is in trouble for leaving his Gym despite challengers wanting to battle. Norman grudgingly obeys Winona's command to come with her. Before he leaves, Norman tells Ruby that he accepts his desire to partake in Pokémon Contests despite his own personal dislike of them. He demands that in return, Ruby should not return home until he has fully accomplished his goals.

[[File:Norman ORAS chapter.png|thumb|left|140px|Norman in the thirteenth chapter]]
Later, Norman and the other Gym Leaders are called by [[Flannery]] to meet in [[Fortree City]]. They have a discussion on [[Team Magma]] and [[Team Aqua]] about whether or not one of the teams is evil and the other is good. Norman refuses to pick a side out of disinterest and begins to leave. Winona reminds him that as one of the Gym Leaders chosen by the Pokémon Association, he has to comply with the others. Norman refuses and continues leaving, but is stopped by [[Wattson]]. Wattson suggests that Norman use his strength to help in the upcoming Hoenn crisis and apologizes for the others' behavior due to their lack of knowledge about his past with the Pokémon Association. Norman politely tells Wattson to stop talking and heads off.

When {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}} are awakened, they begin causing {{a|Drought|droughts}} and {{a|Drizzle|downpours}} throughout Hoenn. Instead of helping stop the Pokémon from causing havoc, Norman decides to fulfill Wally's request and takes him to the [[Sky Pillar]] for training. After several days of training, Wally becomes much stronger from climbing the tower and battling the wild Pokémon inside. As they continue to train, Norman gets a call from [[Scott]], who informs him that Ruby was chosen to be the wielder of the [[Red Orb]] used to control Groudon. This makes Norman decide to team up with Wally to awaken the third Legendary Pokémon that can stop Groudon and Kyogre, {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Rayquaza}}. Upon succeeding, Norman leaves Wally behind and flies off on Rayquaza to [[Sootopolis City]].

When Norman arrives, Ruby is fighting Groudon and Kyogre alone with both the Red and [[Blue Orb]]s in hand. Together, they use [[Colored orbs|the orbs]] in conjunction with Rayquaza to send Groudon and Kyogre away to return to their long slumber. The strain of having controlled Rayquaza for too long causes Norman to collapse and begin dying. In his last breath, Norman reveals that five years ago, Ruby's battle with a [[Zinnia's Salamence|Salamence]] caused it to go berserk and accidentally free the Rayquaza captured by the Pokémon Association. Not wanting his son to take the blame, Norman lied to the association and put the fault on himself. The Association Director barred Norman from taking the Gym Leader test for five years and ordered him to find Rayquaza. Norman was forced to distance himself from his family during that time, which eventually led to Ruby becoming the way he is now. He then dies in Ruby's arms, much to the horror of his son. When [[Archie]] and [[Maxie]] come out of hiding to attack the exhausted Ruby, they decide to burn Norman's corpse to make sure he won't be able to return to stop their plans again.

Once Archie and Maxie were defeated, Ruby used his {{p|Celebi}} to revive all the people that were killed in the final battle. Norman is brought back to life thanks to Celebi's [[time travel]] abilities. Afterward, Norman celebrated the victory with his allies and thanked Ruby and {{adv|Sapphire}} for their assistance in the battle. Sapphire immediately challenged Norman to a Gym battle, which she managed to win and earn the Balance Badge.

====={{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}=====
Norman appears at [[Meteor Falls]]. He meets with the {{OBP|Elder|Meteor Village}} that lives there in hopes of getting information about Rayquaza again. There, he meets with Ruby and {{adv|Emerald}}, who had come there for the same reason. With the old woman's help, Norman determines the Rayquaza may be returning to the location where it was held captive by the Pokémon Association. With {{p|Hoopa}}'s rings, Norman and Ruby head to Johto.

Upon arriving in Goldenrod City, Norman and Ruby enter the now-abandoned Pokémon Association research facility. After a search through the facility's data files, Norman comes across video footage of the moment where Rayquaza was first encountered at the [[Embedded Tower]]. Before they can witness Rayquaza's capture, the video cuts off. Ruby decides that if Rayquaza was found at {{rt|47|Johto}}, then it may have gone there instead of Goldenrod. Norman reveals that he asked Emerald to give him the [[Jade Orb|Green Orb]] core shortly before they entered Hoopa's ring. He reveals the core was originally created by the Association in order to create an artificial Green Orb capable of controlling Rayquaza, as it didn't have an orb like Groudon or Kyogre. When Rayquaza escaped its captivity, the project was scrapped and the core was thrown away before being completed, where it eventually ended up in Emerald's hands. Norman uses a machine to increase the core's purity, increasing its strength and turning it a shade of jade.

Just as the process is completed, Norman and Ruby are shocked to see that Rayquaza has appeared in the skies. They find Rayquaza feeding on shards of the meteoroid, which have begun falling onto Johto as well. They take to the skies in order to confront Rayquaza and capture it. During the battle, Rayquaza manages to capture Ruby and blocks Norman's attempt to rescue his son. Ruby takes the opportunity to use the scroll he took from [[Zinnia]] in order to teach Rayquaza {{m|Dragon Ascent}}, which will allow it to destroy the meteoroid. When Rayquaza continues attacking Ruby, Norman attempts to control it with the Green Orb core, only for it to fail. Ruby tells Norman to call Emerald and ask Hoopa to bring them back to Hoenn, as he plans on destroying the meteoroid with Sapphire.

After Hoopa opens the path to the Meteor Village, Ruby uses the Jade Orb core to lead Rayquaza back to Hoenn with Norman. When it sees Kyogre and Groudon through the ring, Rayquaza goes berserk and begins attacking the two. Rayquaza rushes towards the ring to confront Kyogre and Groudon, causing Norman to fall off and be left behind. It is later revealed by {{adv|Gold}} and {{adv|Silver}} that Norman would assist the combined efforts of the [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]] [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]] to stop the meteoroid.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Norman's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.

=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|gender=male
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Vigoroth Adventures.png
|epnum=PS185
|epname=Nixing Nuzleaf
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} is Norman's first known Pokémon. He was first used to battle a wild {{p|Breloom}} and easily won. Later, he battled against {{adv|Ruby}} at the [[Weather Institute]]. Using his quick speed, he returned the volley of {{m|Mud Shot}}s that [[Mumu]] attempted to trap Norman inside of. He has a Hasty [[nature]].

Vigoroth's known moves are {{m|Aerial Ace}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}, and his Ability is {{a|Vital Spirit}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=male
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking Adventures.png
|epnum=PS186
|epname=Brushing Past Breloom
|desc={{p|Slaking}} is Norman's second known Pokémon. He was used to try and get {{adv|Ruby}} to come out of hiding when Norman sensed his presence. Since then, he was used in several other battles. He has a Sassy [[nature]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Spinda
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Spinda Adventures.png
|epnum=PS258
||epname=Rayquaza Redemption I
|desc={{p|Spinda}} is Norman's third known Pokémon. He was first used in a training battle against {{adv|Wally}} on the Sky Pillar. With his moves that switch Abilities and confuse his opponents, Norman managed to easily defeat Wally.

Spinda's known moves are {{m|Skill Swap}} and {{m|Teeter Dance}}, and his Ability is {{a|Own Tempo}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth (×2)
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth Adventures.png
|cap=Norman's Slakoth
|epnum=PS264
|epname=It All Ends Now V
|desc=Norman owns two {{p|Slakoth}}. They were first seen in a flashback being used to battle the {{p|Rayquaza}} that escaped the Pokémon Association's captivity. They managed to block many of Rayquaza's attacks.

None of Slakoth's moves are known and their Ability is {{a|Truant}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Sawsbuck
|type1=Normal
|type2=Grass
|img=Norman Sawsbuck Adventures.png
|epnum=PAORAS15
|epname=Omega Alpha Adventure 15
|desc=Norman owns a Winter Form {{p|Sawsbuck}}. It was first used to break into the Pokémon Association's old research facility.

Sawsbuck's only known move is {{m|Horn Leech}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Staraptor
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Norman Staraptor Adventures.png
|epnum=PAORAS15
|epname=Omega Alpha Adventure 15
|desc=Norman owns a {{p|Staraptor}}. It was first used to fly up to Rayquaza in order to capture it. When Ruby was caught by Rayquaza, Norman used Staraptor to attempt to free his son, but failed.

Staraptor's only known move is {{m|Final Gambit}}.}}

=====Given away=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Nana
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Poochyena
|nick=Nana
|gender=female
|type1=Dark
|img=Nana Poochyena.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Poochyena|Nana}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Kiki
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Skitty
|nick=Kiki
|cynick=Coco
|gender=female
|type1=Normal
|img=Kiki Skitty.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Skitty|Kiki}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Rara
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Ralts
|nick=Rara
|cynick=Ruru
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|img=Rara Ralts.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Ralts|Rara}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Wally
|pkmn=Flygon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Dragon
|img=Norman Flygon Adventures.png
|epnum=PS240
|epname=Talk About Timing, Treecko
|desc=Norman originally used this {{p|Flygon}} as a method of flight transportation. He later gave it to {{adv|Wally}} during their training on the Sky Pillar.

Flygon's known moves are {{m|Fly}} and {{m|Sand Tomb}} and its Ability is {{a|Levitate}}.}}

=====Temporary=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Rayquaza
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Rayquaza Adventures.png
|epnum=PS258
|epname=Rayquaza Redemption I
|desc={{main|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)#Rayquaza|Rayquaza (Adventures)}}

{{p|Rayquaza}} is an ancient Legendary Pokémon related to {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}}. It was captured by the Pokémon Association so that they may find a way to control it so that its powers could be used to stop Groudon and Kyogre when they would one day awaken again. Due to a {{p|Salamence}} that went out of control from a previous battle with {{adv|Ruby}}, Rayquaza broke free and Norman was ordered to search for it again. Five years later, Norman teamed up with Wally and awakened Rayquaza on the Sky Pillar. Norman took Rayquaza and used it to stop Groudon and Kyogre with Ruby's help. The strain of controlling Rayquaza without an orb took too much strain on Norman, who proceeded to die shortly afterward. Angered that it was controlled, Rayquaza flew off to parts unknown.}}
{{endspoilers}}

===Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire===
[[File:Norman PMRS.png|thumb|180px|Norman in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Norman appears in ''[[PMRS04|There's Someone More Important Than Clefairy?!]]''. Unlike other media, Norman does not have any known relatives.

When {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and his Pokémon visit the [[Petalburg Gym]] after getting startled by a Poké Ball that flew from there, they notice Norman drinking and feeling down. Norman revealed to the group as the one who threw the Poké Balls. He then revealed that he felt sad since his {{p|Slakoth}} refused to partake in any battles. Norman takes out a chart and shows it to Red and his Pokémon that the {{Badge|Balance}} is stuck inside Slakoth. After {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} took a nap, Norman explained to Red and his Pokémon that Slakoth doesn't like it when someone is lazier than it. Norman then watched as Clefairy went inside Slakoth to get the Balance Badge. After retrieving it, Norman demanded the group to return the badge to him but Clefairy refused. Afterwards, he became furious about this and chased after Red and his Pokémon since Clefairy refused to return the badge to Norman.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Norman's Pokémon in the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|width=76
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth PMRS.png
|epnum=PMRS04
|epname=There's Someone More Important Than Clefairy?!
|desc={{p|Slakoth}} is Norman's Pokémon who refuses to participate in any Pokémon battles and has swallowed the Balance Badge to prove it. {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} tries to get the Badge out of Slakoth's stomach but the sloth Pokémon puts a stop to it by making Clefairy tired and swallowing the alarm clocks Clefairy strapped around to himself. Clefairy was able to go into Slakoth's body and get the Balance Badge out of there.

Slakoth's known moves are {{m|Yawn}} and {{m|Covet}}, and its Ability is {{a|Truant}}.}}

==In the TCG==
In the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], one of {{TCG ID|XY Promo|Gym Badge|203}}'s illustrations features Norman and the Balance Badge.

==Trivia==
* Norman is the first and currently only father of the {{player}} that has been seen in the [[core series]] games.
** He was also the only known father of any player character in the core series games until [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], although not directly seen.
* In {{v2|Emerald}}, Norman owns a {{p|Linoone}} that knows {{m|Slash}} at level 29, which Linoone [[Game move errors|does not learn]] until level 41.
* In {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}}, along with [[Giovanni]], Norman uses more different species of Pokémon than any other [[Gym Leader]] at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], with a total of 10.
* Not counting Ash’s [[Ash's friends|Gym Leader companions]] and {{an|Giovanni}}, Norman is the first Gym Leader to physically reappear in the {{pkmn|anime}} outside of his home region’s debut series.
* Norman is the only Gym Leader after [[Generation I]] who shares his English name in French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{normal color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{normal color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| センリ ''Senri''
| From 仙蓼 ''senryō'' ({{wp|Sarcandra glabra|glabrous sarcandra}}) and 千里 ''senri'' (1000 {{wp|Li (unit)|li}}; great distance)
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, German, Spanish, French, Italian
| Norman
| From ''normal''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 종길 ''Jonggil''
| Possibly from 길 ''gil'' (road)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 千里 ''Qiānlǐ''
|rowspan="2"| From 千里 ''qiānlǐ / chīnléih'' (great distance)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 千里 ''Chīnléih''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Норман ''Norman''
| Transcription of his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Senri
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}

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

==Notes==
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Norman

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:''If you were looking for the president of 4Kids Productions, see [[Norman J. Grossfeld]].''
:''If you were looking for the [[character of the day]] in [[EP036|The Bridge Bike Gang]], see [[Norman (EP036)]].''
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{{CharInfobox
|color={{normal color}}
|corecolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|name=Norman
|jname=センリ
|tmname=Senri
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=A man in pursuit of power!
|image=Omega Ruby Alpha Sapphire Norman.png
|size=150px
|caption=Artwork from {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|gender=Male
|colors=yes
|eyes=Black{{tt|*|Games}}, Navy{{tt|*|Anime and Adventures}}
|hair=Black{{tt|*|Games}}, Navy{{tt|*|Anime and Adventures}}
|hometown=[[Littleroot Town]] (resides) [[Olivine City]] (birthtown) [[Petalburg City]]{{tt|*|anime}}
|region=[[Hoenn]] (originally [[Johto]])
|relatives={{ga|Brendan}}/{{ga|May}} (as {{player}}), {{ho|Mom|wife}} (games) {{adv|Ruby}}, unnamed wife (Adventures) {{an|May}}, [[Max]], [[Caroline]] (wife, anime) {{ga|Brendan}} (Masters)
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/3|RSE}}{{sup/6|ORAS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{gen|III}}, {{gen|V}}, {{gen|VI}}
|games={{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} {{2v2|Black|White|2}} {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Petalburg Gym
|badge=Badge#Balance Badge{{!}}Balance Badge
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Normal}} types
|brain=no
|anime=yes
|epnum=AG003
|epname=There's no Place Like Hoenn
|java=Jūrōta Kosugi
|enva=[[Dan Green]]
|gameanim=yes
|envagame=Keith Silverstein<ref name="Keith Silverstein">[https://twitter.com/SilverTalkie/status/1482062833407782915 Keith Silverstein on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Tomokazu Sugita ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|pv=yes
|pvnum=Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer
|pvname=Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer
}}
'''Norman''' (Japanese: '''センリ''' ''Senri'') is the father of the {{player}} and the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Petalburg City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Petalburg Gym]] in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} and their [[Generation VI]] remakes [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire]]. He is an [[Type expert|expert]] of {{type|Normal}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}, and hands out the {{Badge|Balance}} to any {{pkmn|Trainer}} who defeats him.

==In the core series==
Norman is also the [[player character]]'s father in {{game2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} no matter which gender is selected. The other gender choice (and therefore the [[rival]]) is the child of [[Professor Birch]].

Although he is the first Gym Leader encountered, he refuses to battle until the player has at least four Badges. Before stating this, he first introduces the player to Wally (secondary rival) which is when the Pokémon catching tutorial happens. Once he is beaten, he gives the player the Balance Badge, as well as {{TM|42|Facade}} in {{3v2|Ruby|Sapphire|Emerald}} or {{TM|67|Retaliate}} in {{pkmn|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}.

Norman and his family are originally from [[Olivine City]] in [[Johto]]. He, as well as the player, have just moved to [[Hoenn]] so that he could take up the position of Gym Leader. People have come to describe him as someone who "lives for Pokémon".

Norman also provides special items scanned in via [[e-Reader]] to the player.

Norman has known Birch since their school days.<ref>http://www.pokemonrubysapphire.com/en-gb/characters/professor-birch</ref> According to the [[Television|TV show]] ''Trouble Talk'', they went to college together.

==={{DL|PokéNav|Trainer's Eyes}}/{{DL|PokéNav|Match Call}}===
'''Leader Norman'''{{sup/3|RS}}{{sup/6|ORAS}} / '''Reliable One Dad'''{{sup/3|E}}
:'''Strategy'''
:I flexibly adapt my style.
:'''Trainer's Pokémon'''
:Grown in a balanced manner.{{sup/3|RSE}}
:Those grown in a balanced manner.{{sup/6|ORAS}}
:'''Self-Introduction'''
:Pokémon are my life. My chosen path is harsh...{{sup/3|RS}}
:I walk the 30 minutes from home to here every day.{{sup/3|E}}
:I've chosen to dedicate my life to Pokémon, but the road is hard...{{sup/6|ORAS}}

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}}====
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=both
|ability=Pickup
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal}}

=====Gym battle=====
Norman uses two [[Hyper Potion]]s.
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3100
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=RS
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=3
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Encore|move1type=Normal
|move2=Facade|move2type=Normal
|move3=Yawn|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=30
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Faint Attack|move2type=Dark
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=31
|type1=Normal
|move1=Focus Punch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Slack Off|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Emerald}}====
Norman uses two [[Hyper Potion]]s in the Gym battle and three [[Full Restore]]s in the rematches.
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=both
|ability=Pickup
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal}}

=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3100
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman1
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=27
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psybeam|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=27
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Facade|move2type=Normal
|move3=Encore|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=264
|pokemon=Linoone
|gender=male
|ability=Pickup
|level=29
|type1=Normal
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Belly Drum|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Headbutt|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=31
|type1=Normal
|move1=Counter|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Yawn|move2type=Normal
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Faint Attack|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====First [[rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}9000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=113
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=42
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=42
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman2
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=43
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=45
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Second rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}10000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=47
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=113
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=47
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=45
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman3
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=48
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Third rematch=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}11000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=52
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=242
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=52
|type1=Normal
|move1=Light Screen|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman4
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=53
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=55
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Fourth rematch onwards=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RS Norman.png
|prize={{PDollar}}12000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=E
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Shadow Ball|move2type=Ghost
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=242
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Protect|move1type=Normal
|move2=Sing|move2type=Normal
|move3=Skill Swap|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=115
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|gender=female
|ability=Early Bird
|level=55
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal
|move2=Dizzy Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Endure|move3type=Normal
|move4=Reversal|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=128
|pokemon=Tauros
|gender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|level=57
|type1=Normal
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Protect|move2type=Normal
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=327Norman5
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=male
|ability=Own Tempo
|level=58
|type1=Normal
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal
|move2=Skill Swap|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Facade|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=Emerald
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=60
|type1=Normal
|move1=Hyper Beam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Norman 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. Norman will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Slaking}}.

======[[Hoenn Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Slack Off|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=327
|pokemon=Spinda
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Own Tempo|ability2=Tangled Feet
|held=Dark Gem
|move1=Thrash|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Sucker Punch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Teeter Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Assist|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=352
|pokemon=Kecleon
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Color Change
|held=Ganlon Berry
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Shadow Claw|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Recover|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Skill Swap|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=351
|pokemon=Castform
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Forecast
|held=Ice Gem
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Icy Wind|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hydro Pump|move3type=Water|move3cat=Special
|move4=Disable|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=295
|pokemon=Exploud
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Soundproof
|held=Petaya Berry
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Voice|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=335
|pokemon=Zangoose
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Immunity
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Night Slash|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Eject Button
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Night Slash|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=424 m
|pokemon=Ambipom
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Technician|ability2=Pickup
|held=Normal Gem
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Acrobatics|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fake Out|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fire Punch|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=626
|pokemon=Bouffalant
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Reckless|ability2=Sap Sipper
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Head Charge|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Megahorn|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Revenge|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=398 m
|pokemon=Staraptor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal|type2=Flying
|ability=Intimidate
|held=Choice Band
|move1=Brave Bird|move1type=Flying|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Quick Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Final Gambit|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=295
|pokemon=Exploud
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Soundproof
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Voice|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Blizzard|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=586{{#switch: {{#time: F}}|January|May|September=|February|June|October=S|March|July|November=A|April|August|December=W}}
|pokemon=Sawsbuck
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Normal|type2=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Sap Sipper
|held=Chesto Berry
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Swords Dance|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Horn Leech|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Rest|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Gathered! Gym Leader!]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Norman.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Norman
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=4
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Truant
|held=Chople Berry
|move1=Giga Impact|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Hammer Arm|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Facade|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=626
|pokemon=Bouffalant
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Sap Sipper
|held=Lum Berry
|move1=Head Charge|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Megahorn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Reversal|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Pursuit|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{normal color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=586{{#switch: {{#time: F}}|January|May|September=|February|June|October=S|March|July|November=A|April|August|December=W}}
|pokemon=Sawsbuck
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|type2=Grass
|ability=Sap Sipper
|held=Occa Berry
|move1=Horn Leech|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Double-Edge|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Megahorn|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Jump Kick|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=508
|pokemon=Stoutland
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Normal
|ability=Intimidate
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Snarl|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Special
|move2=Giga Impact|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Ice Fang|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Roar|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}====
=====Loaned=====
Norman loans this Pokémon to [[Wally]] to show him how to catch Pokémon.
{{Pokémon/6
|back=yes
|ndex=263
|pokemon=Zigzagoon
|gender=female
|level=7
|type1=Normal
|ability=Unknown
|move1=Tackle|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Tail Whip|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sand Attack|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Status}}

=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{normal color}}
|bordercolor={{normal color dark}}
|headcolor={{normal color light}}
|sprite=VSNorman.png
|size=150px
|prize={{PDollar}}3,600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Norman
|game=ORAS
|location=Petalburg Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Retaliate|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Yawn|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Feint Attack|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Encore|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=288
|pokemon=Vigoroth
|gender=male
|ability=Vital Spirit
|level=28
|type1=Normal
|move1=Encore|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Feint Attack|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Retaliate|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Fury Swipes|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/6
|game=Ruby
|ndex=289
|pokemon=Slaking
|gender=male
|ability=Truant
|level=30
|type1=Normal
|move1=Retaliate|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Feint Attack|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swagger|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Chip Away|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Norman (Masters)}}

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color}}; font-size: 80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}" | [[File:Ruby Sapphire Norman.png|130px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}"| [[File:Norman ORAS concept art.png|250px]]
|-
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Generation III}}
| Conceptual artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|}

===Sprites===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color}}; font-size: 80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr RS Norman.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Spr B2W2 Norman.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:VSNorman.png|200px]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|-
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman III OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman OD.png‎]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{normal color dark}}; background: #{{normal color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Norman ORAS OD.png‎|100px]]
|-
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|Ruby, Sapphire}}, and {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| Overworld model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Norman/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
====Pre series====
[[File:Norman anime.png|250px|thumb|Norman in the anime]]
=====Pre series=====
Norman and his family only recently moved from the [[Johto]] [[region]] to [[Petalburg City]] and assumed his role as the local [[Gym Leader]].

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''=====
In the {{pkmn|anime}}, Norman is the father of {{an|May}} and [[Max]], two of Ash's former traveling companions, and the husband of [[Caroline]].

Very early in his Hoenn journey, {{Ash}} arrived with May in Petalburg City in the hope of getting his first Gym battle. In ''[[AG003|There's no Place Like Hoenn]]'', Ash found the Petalburg Gym and met [[Max]], who posed as if he was the Gym Leader. May stopped him and allowed Ash to meet her parents, Caroline and Norman. Norman turned out be to the real [[Petalburg City]] [[Gym Leader]]. Norman used his Pokémon, a {{p|Vigoroth}}, in an exhibition battle against Pikachu, and later to save [[May's Torchic]] from {{TRT}}.

Norman is a good friend of [[Professor Birch]] and was most likely the person to send May to [[Littleroot Town]] to get her first Pokémon. As May did not initially like Pokémon, this seemed to have created some distance between the two. Before Ash knew that Norman was May's father, he commented that it sounded like she knew the Petalburg Gym Leader pretty well, to which she replied, "No, I just wish I did," and became subdued.

In ''[[AG068|A Double Dilemma]]'', Norman appeared in flashbacks and on memorabilia. It was also revealed that he had a large fanbase in [[North Petalburg]].

In ''[[AG069|Love, Petalburg Style!]]'', when Ash and his friends visited Petalburg City again, May and Max tried to figure out why Norman and Caroline were getting all worked up as Ash tried to save Norman's three Pokémon from Team Rocket. It all turned out that Norman had Nurse Joy set up a special firework display to make fireworks in a form of a {{p|Beautifly}} as a wedding anniversary gift for Caroline. During the episode, Norman showed that he was rather dense, not realizing that Caroline assumed that he was having an affair with Nurse Joy.

Ash had his Gym battle with Norman in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''. Using his {{AP|Grovyle}}, {{AP|Pikachu}}, and {{AP|Torkoal}}, Ash defeated Norman's Pokémon. Upset by his father's loss, Max stole the Balance Badge and locked himself up in Norman's greenhouse. Norman was able to calm Max down, and Max gave Ash his {{Badge|Balance}}.

He reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[AG075|Whiscash and Ash]]'', ''[[AG089|A Scare to Remember!]]'', and ''[[AG103|A Cacturne for the Worse]]''.
[[File:Norman Slaking DP.png|thumb|right|250px|Norman and family watching May compete in the Wallace Cup]]
In ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]'', Caroline joined Ash and {{ashfr}} in [[Slateport City]] to watch May compete in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]], though revealed that Norman was too busy at the Petalburg Gym, so he would be cheering her on from home. In ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', Norman was watching May competing in the Hoenn Grand Festival on [[television]].

In ''[[AG126|Saved by the Beldum]]'', Norman watched Ash competing in the [[Ever Grande Conference]] from the comfort of his living room.

He reappeared in a fantasy in ''[[AG153|Tactics Theatrics!]]''.

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''=====
Norman appeared a flashback in ''[[DP076|A Full Course Tag Battle!]]''.

His latest appearances saw him watching May perform in the [[Wallace Cup]] on television in ''[[DP077|Staging a Heroes' Welcome!]]'' and ''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]''.

====Character====
Norman cares deeply for his family, wishing his children to have some quality time and good friends. Norman is also very protective of them, often fighting even more aggressively in the process of protecting them. {{an|May}} and [[Max]] respect their father's extensive efforts to ensure a healthy relationship with them, such as coming home for lunch and playing with his children. In general, Norman is jovial and calm, but at times, he can sometimes overlook things and cannot see the actual problem at hand.

Norman is very dedicated to running the Petalburg Gym, often working too hard. He and his assistant {{ho|Kenny}} handle most of the duties and the Pokémon in the greenhouse.

In the broader community, Norman is quite popular for both his looks and his position as a [[Gym Leader]], having an enthusiastic fanbase in [[North Petalburg]] and an emerging image in [[Petalburg City]]. In battle, he is intensely focused and has perfected his Pokémon in both offensive and defensive tactics. Norman commonly utilizes his trio of {{p|Slakoth}}, {{p|Vigoroth}}, and {{p|Slaking}} to confuse his opponents because they are capable of moving at different speeds. Norman gives his opponent credit for an excellent strategy and accepts a loss as critical to personal growth. He enjoys a challenge, wanting to see his opponent struggle to overcome his strategy and sheer power. However, he does not let his children watch the battle, thinking it would distract the challenger. Max claimed that Norman was capable of entering the [[Elite Four]] in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]''.

====Pokémon====
{{missingInfo|1|enva}}
This listing is of Norman's Pokémon in the [[Pokémon anime]].
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Vigoroth.png
|epnum=AG003
|epname=There's no Place Like Hoenn
|vajp=Yūji Ueda
|vaen=Dan Green
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} was first seen after Norman agreed to have an unofficial {{pkmn|battle}} with {{Ash}} because he had less than three Pokémon at the time. After a tough battle with [[Ash's Pikachu]], Vigoroth managed to defeat him. Later, it helped in destroying one of [[Team Rocket's mechas]] that was attacking the Gym.

In ''[[AG070|Balance of Power]]'', Vigoroth was the second Pokémon used by Norman in his official [[Gym]] battle with Ash. It managed to easily defeat {{AP|Torkoal}} before once again facing Pikachu. This time, Pikachu was able to defeat Vigoroth, but ended up exhausting all of his own energy as well in the process, resulting in a double knockout.

It reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[AG057|Going for a Spinda]]'', ''[[AG068|A Double Dilemma]]'', and the Japanese version of ''[[AG089|A Scare to Remember!]]'', and made a cameo appearance in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', where it was watching May competing in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]] on [[television]].

Vigoroth's known moves are {{m|Scratch}} and {{m|Flamethrower}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth.png
|epnum=AG069
|epname=Love, Petalburg Style!
|vajp=Shin-ichiro Miki

|desc={{p|Slakoth}} first appeared in the greenhouse where Norman keeps his Pokémon. It appeared again in ''[[AG070|Balance of Power!]]'', during Norman's [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} with {{Ash}}. It first went up against {{AP|Pikachu}}, but when Pikachu's strategies failed to work, Ash switched him out for {{AP|Torkoal}}, who was able to defeat its opponent.

It made a cameo appearance in ''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]'', where it was watching May competing in the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]] on [[television]].

Slakoth's known moves are {{m|Shadow Ball}}, {{m|Hidden Power}}, and {{m|Blizzard}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking.png
|epnum=AG069
|epname=Love, Petalburg Style!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Dan Green
|desc={{p|Slaking}} debuted in Norman's greenhouse with the rest of his Pokémon. In ''[[AG070|Balance of Power!]]'', it battled {{AP|Grovyle}} during {{Ash}}'s [[Gym]] battle against Norman, but was ultimately defeated.}}

=====Cared for=====
{| width="50%"
| {{InactivePoké|May|Beautifly|May Beautifly with Caroline.png|bug|flying}}
| {{InactivePoké|May|Skitty|May Skitty with Caroline.png|normal}}
|}

* When May went to [[Kanto]], she left Beautifly and Skitty in the care of her parents. However, when May traveled to [[Sinnoh]] for the [[Wallace Cup]], Beautifly had rejoined May's [[party|team]]. Skitty also appeared during May's campaign in the Wallace Cup, but it is unknown if Skitty had also rejoined May's team or was just sent temporarily.

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{normal color}}|bordercolor={{normal color light}}
|ja=小杉十郎太 ''Jūrōta Kosugi''
|en=[[Dan Green]]
|fi=Jari Viitanen ([[AG003]]) Saku Mäkynen ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|it=Lorenzo Scattorin
|no=Erik Skøld ([[AG003]]) Trond Teigen ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|ru=Дмитрий Филимонов ''Dmitry Filimonov''
|fr_eu=Alexandre Crépet
|pl=Andrzej Chudy
|pt_br=Élcio Sodré ([[AG003]]) Mauro Eduardo ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|es_la=Enrique Mederos ([[AG003]]) Salvador Delgado ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])
|es_eu=Luis Bajo ([[AG003]]) Gabriel Jiménez ([[AG069]]-[[AG070]])}}

===GOTCHA!===
Norman briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
[[File:Norman AP.png|thumb|180px|Norman in Ash & Pikachu]]
===Ash & Pikachu===
Norman appeared in ''[[SP25|I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!]]'', where he, like in the anime, had a Gym battle with Ash.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=76
|main=yes
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Slaking}} is Norman's first known Pokémon. During the Gym battle, he sent it out as his final Pokémon against [[Ash's Grovyle]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth Shadow Ball AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Slakoth}} briefly appeared battling [[Ash's Pikachu]].

Slakoth's only known move is {{m|Shadow Ball}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Ash Torkoal AP.png
|epnum=SP25
|epname=I'll Win With My Own Battle Style!!
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} briefly appeared battling [[Ash's Torkoal]].

None of Vigoroth's moves are known.}}

===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Norman Juan Adventures.png|thumb|230px|Norman in Pokémon Adventures]]
{{spoilers}}
====History====
====={{chap|Ruby & Sapphire}}=====
Norman is the father of {{adv|Ruby}} and the newly appointed Leader of the Petalburg Gym. On Ruby's 11th birthday, Norman had his wife and son move to Hoenn to live in Littleroot Town. Due to Norman's dislike of his son partaking in Pokémon Contests, Ruby held a grudge against his father. Ruby decided to run away and prove to his father the superiority of [[Pokémon Contest]]s to battling. As he left, he took the Running Shoes his father gave him as a birthday present. Upon arriving at Petalburg City, Ruby attempted to avoid being spotted by Norman. His attempts led him to meeting {{adv|Wally}}, a sickly boy attempting to capture his first Pokémon. Wally asks Norman if he will teach him how to capture Pokémon as he had previously requested. He refuses due to Wally neglecting to inform Norman about his illness. Norman senses Ruby's presence, but when his attempt to get him to come out fails, he just passes it off as another wild Pokémon and leaves.

Norman's search leads him to the [[Weather Institute]], where he attacks Ruby, demanding to know why he ran away from home. Ruby considers running away, but he decides to stay and fight in order to prove to his father how determined he is. Norman easily gains the upper hand due to teaching Ruby all he knows about fighting, but Ruby turns the tide by using new tactics with the Pokémon he caught on his journey. The battle causes the worn-out institute to break apart, leaving Ruby and Norman left dangling above shrapnel that fell from their battle. With the Running Shoes he got as a gift from Norman, Ruby manages to save the both of them, but is left exhausted and defeated. Norman attempts to continue their battle, but he is stopped by fellow Gym Leader [[Winona]]. Winona tells Norman that he is in trouble for leaving his Gym despite challengers wanting to battle. Norman grudgingly obeys Winona's command to come with her. Before he leaves, Norman tells Ruby that he accepts his desire to partake in Pokémon Contests despite his own personal dislike of them. He demands that in return, Ruby should not return home until he has fully accomplished his goals.

[[File:Norman ORAS chapter.png|thumb|left|140px|Norman in the thirteenth chapter]]
Later, Norman and the other Gym Leaders are called by [[Flannery]] to meet in [[Fortree City]]. They have a discussion on [[Team Magma]] and [[Team Aqua]] about whether or not one of the teams is evil and the other is good. Norman refuses to pick a side out of disinterest and begins to leave. Winona reminds him that as one of the Gym Leaders chosen by the Pokémon Association, he has to comply with the others. Norman refuses and continues leaving, but is stopped by [[Wattson]]. Wattson suggests that Norman use his strength to help in the upcoming Hoenn crisis and apologizes for the others' behavior due to their lack of knowledge about his past with the Pokémon Association. Norman politely tells Wattson to stop talking and heads off.

When {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}} are awakened, they begin causing {{a|Drought|droughts}} and {{a|Drizzle|downpours}} throughout Hoenn. Instead of helping stop the Pokémon from causing havoc, Norman decides to fulfill Wally's request and takes him to the [[Sky Pillar]] for training. After several days of training, Wally becomes much stronger from climbing the tower and battling the wild Pokémon inside. As they continue to train, Norman gets a call from [[Scott]], who informs him that Ruby was chosen to be the wielder of the [[Red Orb]] used to control Groudon. This makes Norman decide to team up with Wally to awaken the third Legendary Pokémon that can stop Groudon and Kyogre, {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Rayquaza}}. Upon succeeding, Norman leaves Wally behind and flies off on Rayquaza to [[Sootopolis City]].

When Norman arrives, Ruby is fighting Groudon and Kyogre alone with both the Red and [[Blue Orb]]s in hand. Together, they use [[Colored orbs|the orbs]] in conjunction with Rayquaza to send Groudon and Kyogre away to return to their long slumber. The strain of having controlled Rayquaza for too long causes Norman to collapse and begin dying. In his last breath, Norman reveals that five years ago, Ruby's battle with a [[Zinnia's Salamence|Salamence]] caused it to go berserk and accidentally free the Rayquaza captured by the Pokémon Association. Not wanting his son to take the blame, Norman lied to the association and put the fault on himself. The Association Director barred Norman from taking the Gym Leader test for five years and ordered him to find Rayquaza. Norman was forced to distance himself from his family during that time, which eventually led to Ruby becoming the way he is now. He then dies in Ruby's arms, much to the horror of his son. When [[Archie]] and [[Maxie]] come out of hiding to attack the exhausted Ruby, they decide to burn Norman's corpse to make sure he won't be able to return to stop their plans again.

Once Archie and Maxie were defeated, Ruby used his {{p|Celebi}} to revive all the people that were killed in the final battle. Norman is brought back to life thanks to Celebi's [[time travel]] abilities. Afterward, Norman celebrated the victory with his allies and thanked Ruby and {{adv|Sapphire}} for their assistance in the battle. Sapphire immediately challenged Norman to a Gym battle, which she managed to win and earn the Balance Badge.

====={{chap|Omega Ruby & Alpha Sapphire}}=====
Norman appears at [[Meteor Falls]]. He meets with the {{OBP|Elder|Meteor Village}} that lives there in hopes of getting information about Rayquaza again. There, he meets with Ruby and {{adv|Emerald}}, who had come there for the same reason. With the old woman's help, Norman determines the Rayquaza may be returning to the location where it was held captive by the Pokémon Association. With {{p|Hoopa}}'s rings, Norman and Ruby head to Johto.

Upon arriving in Goldenrod City, Norman and Ruby enter the now-abandoned Pokémon Association research facility. After a search through the facility's data files, Norman comes across video footage of the moment where Rayquaza was first encountered at the [[Embedded Tower]]. Before they can witness Rayquaza's capture, the video cuts off. Ruby decides that if Rayquaza was found at {{rt|47|Johto}}, then it may have gone there instead of Goldenrod. Norman reveals that he asked Emerald to give him the [[Jade Orb|Green Orb]] core shortly before they entered Hoopa's ring. He reveals the core was originally created by the Association in order to create an artificial Green Orb capable of controlling Rayquaza, as it didn't have an orb like Groudon or Kyogre. When Rayquaza escaped its captivity, the project was scrapped and the core was thrown away before being completed, where it eventually ended up in Emerald's hands. Norman uses a machine to increase the core's purity, increasing its strength and turning it a shade of jade.

Just as the process is completed, Norman and Ruby are shocked to see that Rayquaza has appeared in the skies. They find Rayquaza feeding on shards of the meteoroid, which have begun falling onto Johto as well. They take to the skies in order to confront Rayquaza and capture it. During the battle, Rayquaza manages to capture Ruby and blocks Norman's attempt to rescue his son. Ruby takes the opportunity to use the scroll he took from [[Zinnia]] in order to teach Rayquaza {{m|Dragon Ascent}}, which will allow it to destroy the meteoroid. When Rayquaza continues attacking Ruby, Norman attempts to control it with the Green Orb core, only for it to fail. Ruby tells Norman to call Emerald and ask Hoopa to bring them back to Hoenn, as he plans on destroying the meteoroid with Sapphire.

After Hoopa opens the path to the Meteor Village, Ruby uses the Jade Orb core to lead Rayquaza back to Hoenn with Norman. When it sees Kyogre and Groudon through the ring, Rayquaza goes berserk and begins attacking the two. Rayquaza rushes towards the ring to confront Kyogre and Groudon, causing Norman to fall off and be left behind. It is later revealed by {{adv|Gold}} and {{adv|Silver}} that Norman would assist the combined efforts of the [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]] [[Gym Leader]]s and [[Elite Four]] to stop the meteoroid.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Norman's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.

=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|gender=male
|pkmn=Vigoroth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Vigoroth Adventures.png
|epnum=PS185
|epname=Nixing Nuzleaf
|desc={{p|Vigoroth}} is Norman's first known Pokémon. He was first used to battle a wild {{p|Breloom}} and easily won. Later, he battled against {{adv|Ruby}} at the [[Weather Institute]]. Using his quick speed, he returned the volley of {{m|Mud Shot}}s that [[Mumu]] attempted to trap Norman inside of. He has a Hasty [[nature]].

Vigoroth's known moves are {{m|Aerial Ace}} and {{m|Focus Punch}}, and his Ability is {{a|Vital Spirit}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|gender=male
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slaking
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slaking Adventures.png
|epnum=PS186
|epname=Brushing Past Breloom
|desc={{p|Slaking}} is Norman's second known Pokémon. He was used to try and get {{adv|Ruby}} to come out of hiding when Norman sensed his presence. Since then, he was used in several other battles. He has a Sassy [[nature]].}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Spinda
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Spinda Adventures.png
|epnum=PS258
||epname=Rayquaza Redemption I
|desc={{p|Spinda}} is Norman's third known Pokémon. He was first used in a training battle against {{adv|Wally}} on the Sky Pillar. With his moves that switch Abilities and confuse his opponents, Norman managed to easily defeat Wally.

Spinda's known moves are {{m|Skill Swap}} and {{m|Teeter Dance}}, and his Ability is {{a|Own Tempo}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Slakoth (×2)
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth Adventures.png
|cap=Norman's Slakoth
|epnum=PS264
|epname=It All Ends Now V
|desc=Norman owns two {{p|Slakoth}}. They were first seen in a flashback being used to battle the {{p|Rayquaza}} that escaped the Pokémon Association's captivity. They managed to block many of Rayquaza's attacks.

None of Slakoth's moves are known and their Ability is {{a|Truant}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Sawsbuck
|type1=Normal
|type2=Grass
|img=Norman Sawsbuck Adventures.png
|epnum=PAORAS15
|epname=Omega Alpha Adventure 15
|desc=Norman owns a Winter Form {{p|Sawsbuck}}. It was first used to break into the Pokémon Association's old research facility.

Sawsbuck's only known move is {{m|Horn Leech}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Staraptor
|type1=Normal
|type2=Flying
|img=Norman Staraptor Adventures.png
|epnum=PAORAS15
|epname=Omega Alpha Adventure 15
|desc=Norman owns a {{p|Staraptor}}. It was first used to fly up to Rayquaza in order to capture it. When Ruby was caught by Rayquaza, Norman used Staraptor to attempt to free his son, but failed.

Staraptor's only known move is {{m|Final Gambit}}.}}

=====Given away=====
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Nana
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Poochyena
|nick=Nana
|gender=female
|type1=Dark
|img=Nana Poochyena.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Poochyena|Nana}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Kiki
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Skitty
|nick=Kiki
|cynick=Coco
|gender=female
|type1=Normal
|img=Kiki Skitty.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Skitty|Kiki}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Rara
|trainer=Ruby
|pkmn=Ralts
|nick=Rara
|cynick=Ruru
|gender=female
|type1=Psychic
|type2=Fairy
|img=Rara Ralts.png
|epnum=PS181
|epname=Creeping Past Cacnea
|desc={{p|Ralts|Rara}} was a gift from Norman to Ruby when he was a small child. She learned many techniques from training with Norman.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Wally
|pkmn=Flygon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Dragon
|img=Norman Flygon Adventures.png
|epnum=PS240
|epname=Talk About Timing, Treecko
|desc=Norman originally used this {{p|Flygon}} as a method of flight transportation. He later gave it to {{adv|Wally}} during their training on the Sky Pillar.

Flygon's known moves are {{m|Fly}} and {{m|Sand Tomb}} and its Ability is {{a|Levitate}}.}}

=====Temporary=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|pkmn=Rayquaza
|type1=Dragon
|type2=Flying
|img=Rayquaza Adventures.png
|epnum=PS258
|epname=Rayquaza Redemption I
|desc={{main|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)#Rayquaza|Rayquaza (Adventures)}}

{{p|Rayquaza}} is an ancient Legendary Pokémon related to {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Groudon}} and {{DL|Super-ancient Pokémon (Adventures)|Kyogre}}. It was captured by the Pokémon Association so that they may find a way to control it so that its powers could be used to stop Groudon and Kyogre when they would one day awaken again. Due to a {{p|Salamence}} that went out of control from a previous battle with {{adv|Ruby}}, Rayquaza broke free and Norman was ordered to search for it again. Five years later, Norman teamed up with Wally and awakened Rayquaza on the Sky Pillar. Norman took Rayquaza and used it to stop Groudon and Kyogre with Ruby's help. The strain of controlling Rayquaza without an orb took too much strain on Norman, who proceeded to die shortly afterward. Angered that it was controlled, Rayquaza flew off to parts unknown.}}
{{endspoilers}}

===Pokémon Ruby-Sapphire===
[[File:Norman PMRS.png|thumb|180px|Norman in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Norman appears in ''[[PMRS04|There's Someone More Important Than Clefairy?!]]''. Unlike other media, Norman does not have any known relatives.

When {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and his Pokémon visit the [[Petalburg Gym]] after getting startled by a Poké Ball that flew from there, they notice Norman drinking and feeling down. Norman revealed to the group as the one who threw the Poké Balls. He then revealed that he felt sad since his {{p|Slakoth}} refused to partake in any battles. Norman takes out a chart and shows it to Red and his Pokémon that the {{Badge|Balance}} is stuck inside Slakoth. After {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} took a nap, Norman explained to Red and his Pokémon that Slakoth doesn't like it when someone is lazier than it. Norman then watched as Clefairy went inside Slakoth to get the Balance Badge. After retrieving it, Norman demanded the group to return the badge to him but Clefairy refused. Afterwards, he became furious about this and chased after Red and his Pokémon since Clefairy refused to return the badge to Norman.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Norman's Pokémon in the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Norman
|width=76
|pkmn=Slakoth
|type1=Normal
|img=Norman Slakoth PMRS.png
|epnum=PMRS04
|epname=There's Someone More Important Than Clefairy?!
|desc={{p|Slakoth}} is Norman's Pokémon who refuses to participate in any Pokémon battles and has swallowed the Balance Badge to prove it. {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} tries to get the Badge out of Slakoth's stomach but the sloth Pokémon puts a stop to it by making Clefairy tired and swallowing the alarm clocks Clefairy strapped around to himself. Clefairy was able to go into Slakoth's body and get the Balance Badge out of there.

Slakoth's known moves are {{m|Yawn}} and {{m|Covet}}, and its Ability is {{a|Truant}}.}}

==In the TCG==
In the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]], one of {{TCG ID|XY Promo|Gym Badge|203}}'s illustrations features Norman and the Balance Badge.

==Trivia==
* Norman is the first and currently only father of the {{player}} that has been seen in the [[core series]] games.
** He was also the only known father of any player character in the core series games until [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon]], although not directly seen.
* In {{v2|Emerald}}, Norman owns a {{p|Linoone}} that knows {{m|Slash}} at level 29, which Linoone [[Game move errors|does not learn]] until level 41.
* In {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}}, along with [[Giovanni]], Norman uses more different species of Pokémon than any other [[Gym Leader]] at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], with a total of 10.
* Not counting Ash’s [[Ash's friends|Gym Leader companions]] and {{an|Giovanni}}, Norman is the first Gym Leader to physically reappear in the {{pkmn|anime}} outside of his home region’s debut series.
* Norman is the only Gym Leader after [[Generation I]] who shares his English name in French, German, Italian, and Spanish.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{normal color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{normal color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| センリ ''Senri''
| From 仙蓼 ''senryō'' ({{wp|Sarcandra glabra|glabrous sarcandra}}) and 千里 ''senri'' (1000 {{wp|Li (unit)|li}}; great distance)
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| English, German, Spanish, French, Italian
| Norman
| From ''normal''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 종길 ''Jonggil''
| Possibly from 길 ''gil'' (road)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 千里 ''Qiānlǐ''
|rowspan="2"| From 千里 ''qiānlǐ / chīnléih'' (great distance)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 千里 ''Chīnléih''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Норман ''Norman''
| Transcription of his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Senri
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}

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

==Notes==
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Erika

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{{samename|{{pkmn|Coordinator}} who {{pkmn|battle}}d {{an|May}}|Erica}}
----
{{CharInfobox
|color={{grass color}}
|corecolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|name=Erika
|jname=エリカ
|tmname=Erika
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=The Nature-Loving Princess!
|image=Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Erika.png
|size=120px
|caption=Art from [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]] by [[Megumi Mizutani]].<ref>[[a:File:ErikaCosmicEclipse191.jpg|Erika (Cosmic Eclipse 191)]]</ref>
|gender=Female
|colors=yes
|eyes=Gray{{tt|*|prior to Generation IV}}, Green{{tt|*|anime and Pokémon Stadium 2}}, Brown{{tt|*|Generation IV}}
|hair=Black{{tt|*|main series games and TCG}}, Blue{{tt|*|anime}}, Teal{{tt|*|Pokémon Stadium}}
|hometown=[[Celadon City]]
|region=[[Kanto]]
|relatives=None
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/1|RBY}}{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}{{sup/4|HGSS}}{{sup/7|PE}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|I}}, {{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}}, {{Gen|VII}}
|games={{game3|Red and Blue|Red, Blue|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{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]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Celadon Gym
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Grass}} types
|badge=Badge#Rainbow Badge{{!}}Rainbow Badge
|anime=yes
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|enva=Leah Applebaum ([[EP026]]) Nathalie Gorham ([[M20]]) Lauren Landa ([[JN094]])
|java=[[Kyoko Hikami]]
|gameanim=yes
|pv=yes
|pvnum=PO03
|pvname=File 3: Giovanni
|envagame=Xanthe Huynh<ref name="Xanthe Huynh">[https://twitter.com/itsxanthor/status/1167264741506469890 Xanthe Huynh on Twitter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Ai Kayano<ref name="Ai Kayano">[https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2138750/full/ Oricon News] (Japanese)</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}
'''Erika''' (Japanese: '''エリカ''' ''Erika'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Celadon City]]'s [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Celadon Gym]]. She hands out the {{Badge|Rainbow}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat her. She is a serene young woman who [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Grass}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. She is always dressed in an elegant {{wp|Furisode|kimono}}, and seems to represent traditional Japanese beauty.

==In the core series games==
Erika's title is ''The Nature-Loving Princess''.

Erika is ladylike, and a teacher of flower-arranging. She is a quiet girl, but she's well-known in Celadon City. Erika only collects Pokémon if she considers them attractive, though her definition of attractive seems to include varieties only a botanist could love. She also tends to doze off quite a bit, but will become inspired after a good match.

In addition to the Rainbow Badge, Erika gives out {{TM|21|Mega Drain}}, in {{game3|Red and Blue|Pokémon Red, Blue|s}}, {{game3|Red and Green|Green|s}}, and {{v2|Yellow}}. In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, their remakes {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, as well as {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, she gives out {{TM|19|Giga Drain}}. In [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], the reward TM once again contains Mega Drain, but this time is [[TM53]].

She can be battled again in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, after talking to her on Saturday or Sunday between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM. She is found by [[Celadon City]]'s fountain. If she is called on Sunday morning, she will happily give a rematch at the Fighting Dojo.

===Fame Checker===
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Erika in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;Celadon City - Sign
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>Celadon City Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Gym</sc>
:<sc>Leader: Erika</sc>
:The Nature-Loving Princess!"
;Celadon Gym - Erika
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>?
:"I am a student of the art of flower arranging.
:My <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> are solely of the <sc>Grass</sc> type."
;Celadon Gym - {{tc|Lass}} Lisa{{tt|*|listed in the Fame Checker as Lola}}
* What is this person like?
:"Our <sc>Leader Erika</sc> might be quiet, but she’s famous around here."
;Celadon Gym - {{tc|Beauty}} Tamia
* What is this person like?
:"We only use <sc>Grass</sc>-type <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> at our <sc>Gym</sc>.
:Why? We also use them for making flower arrangements!"
;Celadon Gym - Erika
* Favorite kind of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>?
:"I would never collect <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> if they were unattractive."
;[[Celadon Condominiums|Celadon Mansion]] - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}{{tt|*|After earning the RainbowBadge}}
* There’s a rumor...
:"Rumor has it that if you peek into <sc>Celadon Gym</sc>, you can often see <sc>Erika</sc> snoozing."
;Message from <sc>Erika</sc>
* From: <sc>Erika</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"I am so glad that there are strong <sc>Trainers</sc> like you.
:That awareness alone inspires and motivates me to try harder.
:Please visit me again.
:Zzz..."

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Red and Blue|s}}====
For each of her Pokémon, Erika has a [[Super Potion]] that she uses 50% of the time if the HP falls below 10%.
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr RG Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}2871

|name=Erika
|game=RGB
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Razor Leaf|move1type=Grass
|move2=Wrap|move2type=Normal
|move3=PoisonPowder|move3type=Poison
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=24
|type1=Grass
|move1=Constrict|move1type=Normal
|move2=Bind|move2type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Petal Dance|move1type=Grass
|move2=PoisonPowder|move2type=Poison
|move3=Mega Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Yellow}}====
For each of her Pokémon, Erika has a [[Super Potion]] that she uses 50% of the time if the HP falls below 10%.
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr Y Erika.png‎
|prize={{pdollar}}3168

|name=Erika
|game=Y
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/1|game=Yellow
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=30
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Vine Whip|move3type=Grass
|move4=Constrict|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1|game=Yellow
|ndex=070
|pokemon=Weepinbell
|level=32
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Sleep Powder|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=044
|pokemon=Gloom
|level=32
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Petal Dance|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr GS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}4600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=GSC
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal|
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|gender=female
|level=42
|type1=Grass
|move1=Vine Whip|move1type=Grass
|move2=Bind|move2type=Normal
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=female
|level=46
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Synthesis|move2type=Grass
|move3=Acid|move3type=Poison
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|level=41
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass
|move2=Leech Seed|move2type=Grass
|move3=Cotton Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=46
|type1=Grass
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Synthesis|move2type=Grass
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass
|move4=SolarBeam|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr FRLG Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}2900
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=FRLG
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Stun Spore|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=PoisonPowder|move3type=Poison
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=24
|type1=Grass
|move1=PoisonPowder|move1type=Poison
|move2=Constrict|move2type=Normal
|move3=Ingrain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=29
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}6720
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=HGSS
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=51
|move1=Leech Seed|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=U-turn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=52
|move1=AncientPower|move1type=Rock|move1cat=Special
|move2=Wring Out|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=Grass Knot|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Leaf Storm|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|gender=female
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Erika.png
|prize={{pdollar}}6600
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=HGSS
|location=Fighting Dojo
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=275 f
|pokemon=Shiftry
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Dark
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=54
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sucker Punch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Sunny Day|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Status
|move4=Explosion|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=189
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=53
|move1=U-turn|move1type=Bug|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Memento|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Status
|move3=Sleep Powder|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Status
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|held=Kelpsy Berry
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=56
|move1=Natural Gift|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Sludge Bomb|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Special
|move3=Leaf Storm|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Leaf Blade|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=56
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Attract|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|level=60
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Power Whip|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=407 f
|pokemon=Roserade
|gender=female
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Natural Cure
|level=55
|move1=Weather Ball|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Sludge Bomb|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Stun Spore|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Erika 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. Erika will always lead with her signature Pokémon, {{p|Vileplume}}.

======[[Kanto Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Grass Gem
|move1=Petal Dance|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sleep Powder|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Status
|move3=Sunny Day|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Status
|move4=Moonlight|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=003 m
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Overgrow
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Synthesis|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=Light Screen|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Status
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Salac Berry
|move1=Sucker Punch|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Leaf Blade|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swords Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Reflect|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Tanga Berry
|move1=Psyshock|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Special
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Leaf Guard
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Power Whip|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=182
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Fighting Gem
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Status
|move2=Drain Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Swords Dance|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status
|move4=Leaf Blade|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Black Sludge
|move1=Swords Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Drain Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Synthesis|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Status
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=003 m
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|ability=Overgrow
|held=Expert Belt
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Power Whip|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Outrage|move4type=Dragon|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=346
|pokemon=Cradily
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Rock|type2=Grass
|ability=Suction Cups
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Curse|move1type=Ghost|move1cat=Status
|move2=Recover|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Seed Bomb|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Tanga Berry
|move1=Leaf Storm|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Psyshock|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=AncientPower|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Special
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=465 f
|pokemon=Tangrowth
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Chlorophyll|ability2=Leaf Guard
|held=Power Herb
|move1=SolarBeam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Focus Blast|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Special
|move3=AncientPower|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=460 f
|pokemon=Abomasnow
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Grass|type2=Ice
|ability=Snow Warning
|held=Focus Sash
|move1=Leech Seed|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Status
|move2=Protect|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sheer Cold|move4type=Ice|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Challenge the Champion Lance!]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Erika.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Erika
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=547
|pokemon=Whimsicott
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Prankster
|held=Mental Herb
|move1=Taunt|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Status
|move2=Tailwind|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Status
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Substitute|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=549
|pokemon=Lilligant
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|ability=Own Tempo
|held=Occa Berry
|move1=Teeter Dance|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Quiver Dance|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Status
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Attract|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=045 f
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=female
|level=50
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|ability=Chlorophyll
|held=Power Herb
|move1=SolarBeam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Toxic|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Status
|move3=Venoshock|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Synthesis|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=VSErika PE.png
|size=90px
|prize={{PDollar}}5,440
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=PE
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|gender=female
|level=33
|type1=Grass
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sleep Powder|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Status
|move3=Bind|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=070
|pokemon=Weepinbell
|gender=female
|level=33
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Poison Jab|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=female
|level=34
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Moonblast|move2type=Fairy|move2cat=Special}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=VSErika PE.png
|size=90px
|prize={{PDollar}}13,680
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=PE
|location=Celadon Gym
|pokemon=5}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=114
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=56
|type1=Grass
|gender=female
|move1=Mega Drain|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sludge Bomb|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Special
|move3=Reflect|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Power Whip|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=047
|pokemon=Parasect
|level=56
|type1=Bug|type2=Grass
|gender=female
|move1=Solar Beam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Brick Break|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Leech Life|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Spore|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=56
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|gender=female
|move1=Solar Beam|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sludge Bomb|move2type=Poison|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hyper Beam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Special
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=071
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=56
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|gender=female
|move1=Power Whip|move1type=Grass|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Poison Jab|move2type=Poison |move2cat=Physical
|move3=Reflect|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Swords Dance|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=045
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=57
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|gender=female
|move1=Moonblast|move1type=Fairy|move1cat=Special
|move2=Petal Dance|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Sludge Bomb|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Stun Spore|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the side series games==
==={{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}===
Erika appears in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} as the fourth Gym Leader the player faces during the [[Gym Leader Castle]] challenge. During Round 2, she also uses Pokémon outside her specialty type.

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Erika Stadium.png
|prize=none

|name=Erika
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=044MSStad
|pokemon=Gloom
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Sleep Powder|move2type=Grass
|move3=Petal Dance|move3type=Grass
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=071MSStad
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Acid|move2type=Poison
|move3=Razor Leaf|move3type=Grass
|move4=Cut|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=114MSStad
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=045MSStad
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Acid|move1type=Poison
|move2=Absorb|move2type=Grass
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Body Slam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=070MSStad
|pokemon=Weepinbell
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stun Spore|move2type=Grass
|move3=Mega Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=102MSStad
|pokemon=Exeggcute
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Leech Seed|move2type=Grass
|move3=Toxic|move3type=Poison
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=Erika Stadium.png
|prize=none

|name=Erika
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=045MSStad
|pokemon=Vileplume
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Stun Spore|move1type=Grass
|move2=Petal Dance|move2type=Grass
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=036MSStad
|pokemon=Clefable
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Body Slam|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=114MSStad
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|move1=Bind|move1type=Normal
|move2=Toxic|move2type=Poison
|move3=Double-Edge|move3type=Normal
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=087MSStad
|pokemon=Dewgong
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Ice
|move1=Blizzard|move1type=Ice
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal
|move4=Surf|move4type=Water}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=071MSStad
|pokemon=Victreebel
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Wrap|move1type=Normal
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Razor Leaf|move3type=Grass
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=103MSStad
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Explosion|move2type=Normal
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Mega Drain|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]===
Erika returns in {{g|Stadium 2}} as part of the Kanto Gym Leader Castle. Her strategy largely revolves around using {{status|sleep}}-inducing moves, including {{m|Rest}} for some of her own Pokémon.

During the game's end credits, Erika is seen having a battle with [[Falkner]] at the [[Violet Gym]].

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Erika.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=182MSStad
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Focus Band
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Return|move2type=Normal
|move3=Moonlight|move3type=Normal
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=114MSStad
|pokemon=Tangela
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Quick Claw
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Giga Drain|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=003MSStad
|pokemon=Venusaur
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|held=PRZCureBerry
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Cut|move2type=Normal
|move3=Leech Seed|move3type=Grass
|move4=Razor Leaf|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=113MSStad
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|held=Lucky Punch
|move1=Sing|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Blizzard|move3type=Ice
|move4=Softboiled|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=189MSStad
|pokemon=Jumpluff
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Flying
|move1=Sleep Powder|move1type=Grass
|move2=Return|move2type=Normal
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Leech Seed|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=134MSStad
|pokemon=Vaporeon
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Water
|held=Scope Lens
|move1=Surf|move1type=Water
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Sleep Talk|move3type=Normal
|move4=Bite|move4type=Dark}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{grass color}}
|headcolor={{grass color light}}
|bordercolor={{grass color dark}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Erika.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Erika
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=182MSStad
|pokemon=Bellossom
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|held=Quick Claw
|move1=Return|move1type=Normal
|move2=Razor Leaf|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=105MSStad
|pokemon=Marowak
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Ground
|held=Thick Club
|move1=Bonemerang|move1type=Ground
|move2=Rest|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Snore|move3type=Normal
|move4=Belly Drum|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=038MSStad
|pokemon=Ninetales
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|held=BrightPowder
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=Body Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Iron Tail|move4type=Steel}}
{{Party/Div|color={{grass color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=226MSStad
|pokemon=Mantine
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|held=Mint Berry
|move1=Rest|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Surf|move2type=Water
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Sleep Talk|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=242MSStad
|pokemon=Blissey
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|held=MiracleBerry
|move1=Sing|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Reflect|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=103MSStad
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|gender=female
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|held=Focus Band
|move1=Psychic|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Giga Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sleep Powder|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Puzzle League]]===
Erika appears in [[Pokémon Puzzle League]] as one of the Gym Leaders whom {{Ash}} must defeat.

===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Erika (Masters)}}
Erika forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Vileplume}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. As one of the [[Pokémon Masters League]] leaders, Erika hands out the Tranquility Badge to Trainers who defeat her.

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Sugimorierikaoriginal.png|x150px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Red Blue Erika.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:FireRed LeafGreen Erika.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:HeartGold SoulSilver Erika.png|x250px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Erika LGPE concept art.jpg|x250px]]
|-
| Headshot from {{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Official artwork from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
|Concept art from {{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
|}

===Sprites===
====In the [[core series]]====
{{incomplete|section|Missing overworld model from LGPE; need higher quality images from LGPE}}
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color}}; font-size:80%"
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr RG Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr Y Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Erika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSErika.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Erika.png‎]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSErika PE.png|100px]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
| VS model from {{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
|-
|colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika I OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika II OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika III OD.png]]
|colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika IV OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erika OD.png]]
|-
|colspan=2| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
|colspan=2| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|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 #{{grass color dark}}; background:#{{grass color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:80px" | [[File:Erika Stadium.png|58px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{grass color dark}}; background: #{{grass color light}}; width:190px" | [[File:S2 Leader Erika.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Erika alt.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Erika alt2.png]]
|-
| Portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (English)|Stadium}}
| Portraits from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Erika/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Erika JN.png|thumb|160px|Erika in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
====Pre series====
[[File:Child Erika and Gloom.png|thumb|right|200px|A young Erika]]
Erika’s love for {{type|Grass}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} all began when she was young with her {{p|Gloom}}. While wandering the streets of Celadon City, Erika was ambushed by a wild {{p|Grimer}}, but Gloom intervened and rescued its future Trainer from being attacked.

====[[Original series]]====
[[File:Erika anime.png|thumb|left|200px|Erika in the [[original series]]]]
Erika appeared in ''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-sation!]]'', where she runs a perfumery in [[Celadon City]], which sells scents from essences extracted from her garden plants and her Pokémon. It also sells a special brand of perfume made from the essence of her favorite Pokémon, {{p|Gloom}}. {{an|Misty}}, {{an|Brock}}, and {{AP|Pikachu}} were enamored with the scents, but {{Ash}} insulted the perfume. In protest, Erika had him banned from her store and by extension the greenhouse, which also served as the location of the [[Celadon Gym]].

Later, [[Jessie]] and [[James]] were caught trying to steal perfume and were also banned from the Gym. Ash found them and untied them in exchange for help entering the Gym. Disguised as a girl named {{DL|Cross-dressing (anime)|Ashley}}, with {{TRT}} [[List of Team Rocket's disguises|disguised as Ashley's parents]], Ash signed up as a student at the Gym. While Erika was reading a fairytale to some Grass Pokémon, Pikachu noticed the eerily familiar Ashley and exposed Ash's disguise. EWven so, Erika agreed to his request for a battle.

Erika sent out her {{p|Tangela}} against [[Ash's Bulbasaur]]. Ash quickly recalled Bulbasaur after it was {{status|Paralysis|paralyzed}} by a close-range {{m|Stun Spore}}. {{AP|Charmander}} then defeated Erika's {{p|Weepinbell}} before being overwhelmed by Gloom's scent. However, before the match could continue, it was interrupted when Team Rocket started a fire in the Gym as revenge for being thrown out. While Misty, Brock, and Erika's {{tc|Picnicker|Gym assistants}} worked together to douse the fire, Ash ran into the Gym and successfully rescued Gloom. Out of gratitude, Erika awarded the {{Badge|Rainbow}} to Ash.

She reappeared in flashbacks in the Japanese versions of ''[[EP039|Pikachu's Goodbye]]'' and ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]''.

====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''====
Erika's silhouette appeared in ''[[JN018|Destination: Coronation!]]'' alongside the other Kanto Gym Leaders as the [[narrator]] explained how the Gym Leader system works in the [[Pokémon world]].

Erika reappeared in ''[[JN094|Suffering the Flings and Arrows!]]'', where she was reunited with Ash. The Celadon Gym had been rebuilt since and Erika again thanked Ash for all his help. She hosted a [[Pokémon Flower Arrangement]] class which Ash attended alongside [[Goh]] and [[Chloe]]. Erika’s class helped [[Goh's Pinsir]] and [[Chloe's Eevee]] improve their confidence.

In [[JN135]], Erika and Leafeon appeared during a fantasy, alongside other trainers Chloe and her Eevee met.

====Character====
Erika has is kind hearted and readily accepts students to teach them about being a good {{pkmn|Trainer}} and perfume manufacturing. However, she also possesses a temperamental side, particularly when her perfume is insulted.

She is confident and gracefully composed in {{pkmn|battle}}. Her key strategy to bring out the best in her Pokémon is empathy She uses [[status move]]s like {{m|Stun Spore}} to overwhelm her opponent's Pokémon. This strategy also helped her overcome [[Ash's Charmander]], a {{type|Fire}} with a type advantage against {{type|Grass}} Pokémon.

====Pokémon====
{{MissingInfo|2|enva|java}}
=====On hand=====
This listing is of Erika's known Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Tangela.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=One of Erika's battling Pokémon, {{p|Tangela}} is a strong Pokémon that uses its vines and Stun Spore in order to incapacitate its opponent. During its {{pkmn|battle}} against {{Ash}}, it managed to take out {{AP|Bulbasaur}} by using this combination. Erika then recalled Tangela when Ash sent out his {{AP|Charmander}}.

Tangela's known moves are {{m|Constrict}} and {{m|Stun Spore}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Weepinbell.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vajp=Unshō Ishizuka
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{p|Weepinbell}} was sent out to counter [[Ash's Charmander]]. Although Erika thought Charmander would be no match against her {{type|Grass}} Pokémon, Weepinbell's Razor Leaf was easily shot down with {{m|Flamethrower}}, and while the Flycatcher Pokémon was occupied dodging the flaming leaves, it was easily finished off by Charmander's {{m|Skull Bash}}.

It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone]]'', where it was defeated in a Gym battle by [[Otoshi]]'s {{p|Marowak}}.

Weepinbell's only known move is {{m|Razor Leaf}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Gloom.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vajp=List of Japanese voice actors{{!}}Kaori Tsuji
|vaen=Megan Hollingshead
|desc={{p|Gloom}} once saved Erika from a {{p|Grimer}} when she was a girl. Erika went on to become close friends with Gloom, and it was her inspiration to become a {{t|Grass}} [[type expert]].

Erika used Gloom as her final Pokémon in her Gym {{pkmn|battle}} against {{Ash}}. With its horrid scent, it defeated {{AP|Charmander}} easily. But before it could fight with [[Ash's Pikachu]], a bomb placed in the Gym by {{TRT}} exploded, setting the Gym ablaze.

Though everyone else managed to escape, Gloom was trapped in the Gym and surrounded by flames. Ash rushed into the Gym and rescued Gloom. In gratitude for saving Gloom, Erika gave Ash the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

It reappeared in flashbacks in the Japanese versions of ''[[EP039|Pikachu's Goodbye]]'' and ''[[EP273|Gotta Catch Ya Later!]]'', as well as in ''[[JN094|Suffering the Flings and Arrows!]]''.

None of Gloom's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Leafeon
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Leafeon.png
|epnum=JN094
|epname=Suffering the Flings and Arrows!
|vajp=Haruka Shamoto
|vaen=Haruka Shamoto
|desc={{p|Leafeon}} accompanied Erika during the Pokémon flower arrangement class. When {{TRT}} tried to steal Pikachu, Erika used Leafeon to battle against them.

It reappeared in flashbacks in ''[[JN105|Reuniting for the First Time!]]'' and ''[[JN120|Infinite Possibilities!]]''.

In [[JN135]], Leafeon appeared during a fantasy alongside Erika.

Leafeon's only known move is {{m|Razor Leaf}}.}}

=====At the Celadon Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Exeggcute
|type1=Grass
|type2=Psychic
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Bellsprout Oddish.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has an {{p|Exeggcute}} that was seen at the [[Celadon Gym]]. It was first seen when [[Erika]] is telling a story to her students, and one of the Gym caretakers is seen helping it, {{p|Bellsprout}}, and {{p|Oddish}} exercise. It was later seen being recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker after the Gym caught fire.

None of Exeggcute's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Oddish
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Bellsprout Oddish.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has an {{p|Oddish}} that was seen at the [[Celadon Gym]]. It was first seen when [[Erika]] is telling a story to her students, and one of the Gym caretakers is seen helping the other {{t|Grass}} Pokémon exercise. It was later seen cowering in terror under a leaf after the Gym caught fire, and is soon recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker.

None of Oddish's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Bellsprout
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Bellsprout Oddish.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has a {{p|Bellsprout}} that was seen at the [[Celadon Gym]]. It was first seen when Erika is telling a story to her students, and one of the Gym caretakers is seen helping the other {{t|Grass}} Pokémon exercise. It was later seen cowering in terror under a leaf after the Gym caught fire, and is soon recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker.

None of Bellsprout's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Vileplume Weepinbell Gloom.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|vaen=Kayzie Rogers
|desc=Erika has another {{p|Gloom}} which was seen when {{Ash}}, disguised as {{DL|Cross-dressing (anime)|Ashley}}, walked into the greenhouse of the [[Celadon Gym]]. A caretaker of the Gym was seen wiping the drool from its mouth with a handkerchief.

None of Gloom's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Exeggcute Weepinbell.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has another {{p|Weepinbell}} which was seen when {{Ash}}, disguised as {{DL|Cross-dressing (anime)|Ashley}}, walked into the greenhouse of the [[Celadon Gym]]. It was seated next to Erika's second Gloom, and watched a caretaker wipe the drool from the Gloom's mouth. It was later seen being recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker after the Gym caught fire.

None of Weepinbell's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Tangela Vileplume.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika has a {{p|Vileplume}} that she lets roam around the Gym. It was first seen watching a Gym caretaker wipe the drool of a Gloom's mouth with a handkerchief. It was later seen being recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker after the Gym caught fire.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Victreebel
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Celadon Gym Victreebel.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika owns a {{p|Victreebel}} which was only seen sitting next to her other Pokémon during a story telling session at the Gym. However, unlike other Victreebel in the series, this one is [[Size discrepancies (anime)|much smaller]] than normal Victreebel.

None of Victreebel's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|type1=Grass
|img=Celadon Gym Tangela Vileplume.png
|epnum=EP026
|epname=Pokémon Scent-sation!
|desc=Erika owns another {{p|Tangela}} which was briefly seen being recalled into its {{i|Poké Ball}} by a caretaker after the Gym caught fire.

None of Tangela's moves are known.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{grass color}}|bordercolor={{grass color light}}
|ja=氷上恭子 ''[[Kyoko Hikami]]''
|en=[[List of English voice actors|Leah Applebaum]] [[List of English voice actors|Lauren Landa]] ([[JN094]])
|cs=Jolana Smyčková
|fi=Minna Tasanto Jenni Sivonen (young)
|it=Tania De Domenico ([[JN094]])
|de=Martina Dunker
|hi= प्रज्ञा पांड्या शाह ''{{wp|Parignya Pandya Shah}}'' (Hungama dub)
|pl=Olga Borys
|pt_br=Letícia Quinto ([[EP026]]) Tabata Portella ([[JN094]])
|es_la=Mariana Ortiz
|es_eu=Gloria Núñez
}}

===I Choose You!===
[[File:Erika M20.png|thumb|250px|Erika in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'']]
Erika appeared in ''[[M20|I Choose You!]]'', which is set in a timeline separate from the main series. In this continuity, she was the third Gym Leader faced by {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|M20|Ash}} during his journey around Kanto. Ash defeated her, earning him a Rainbow Badge.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=68
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Tangela M20.png
|cap=Erika's Tangela M20
|epnum=M20
|epname=I Choose You!
|desc=Erika used {{p|Tangela}} in her Gym battle against Ash, where it faced off against his {{OBP|Ash's Pikachu|M20|Pikachu}}. It was defeated by Pikachu's {{m|Quick Attack}}, winning the match for Ash.

Tangela's only known move is {{m|Vine Whip}}.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{grass color}}|bordercolor={{grass color light}}
|ja=氷上恭子 ''[[Kyoko Hikami]]''
|en=[[List of English voice actors|Nathalie Gorham]]
|fi=Saara Lehtonen
|it=Martina Felli
|es_la=Mariana Ortiz
|es_eu=Mayte Mira
|pl=Magda Kusa
|sv=Linda Åslund
}}

===Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Erika PO.png|thumb|250px|Erika in [[Pokémon Origins]]]]
Erika appeared briefly in ''[[PO03|File 3: Giovanni]]''. She was first seen with a {{tc|Beauty}} and a female {{tc|Ace Trainer|Cooltrainer}}. She was then seen being challenged to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} and defeated by {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, earning him the {{badge|Rainbow}}.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=68
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume PO.png
|epnum=PO03
|epname=File 3: Giovanni
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} is Erika's only known Pokémon. She used it during her Gym battle against {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, but it was defeated by his {{p|Charmeleon}}.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

===GOTCHA!===
Erika briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===How I Became a Pokémon Card===
[[File:Allergicrocket.png|thumb|200px|Erika with [[Kaede]] in [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]]]]
In [[How I Became a Pokémon Card]], Erika appears in ''[[PW08|Erika and Kaede... and Dark Gloom]]''. She is a childhood friend of [[Kaede]], a [[Team Rocket]] operative with allergies to flowers. Kaede had an unfortunate reaction to a flower wreath Erika gave her at a party and ran off in shame. They met again later when Kaede invaded Erika's Gym on behalf of Team Rocket. Erika was overjoyed to see her old friend and seemed to disregard any and all ill plots.

===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Erika Blaine Adventures.png|thumb|200px|left|Erika and Blaine]]
In the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga, Erika is an elegant young princess who gives lectures at universities and practices archery. She is allied with the "good" [[Gym Leader]]s of [[Kanto]], and often assists [[Misty]] and [[Brock]] during crises.

====History====
====={{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}=====
She debuted in ''[[PS019|Blame It on Eevee]]'', where she sent {{adv|Red}} out on a quest to capture an unusual [[Vee|Eevee]] that could [[Devolution|change at will between its three evolved forms]], due to being "modified" in a [[Team Rocket]] experiment. Erika threatened to kill Eevee by removing it from the healing machine Red had put it in; however, it turned out that she was just testing Red's character, and she then revealed her true alliance and saved the Eevee.

====={{chap|Yellow}}=====
Erika then starts teaching at the [[Celadon University]], replacing a dangerous professor. In ''[[PS046|Whacked by Marowak!]]'', she goes to meet {{adv|Yellow}} after hearing about her from Misty, only to hear from one of her teammates that a Red look-alike has been spotted right outside of [[Celadon City]]. [[Pika]] races to him only to find out it was a disguise and the real Trainer, {{adv|Miles}}, was hired by the [[Elite Four]], who then beats her to the ground, threatens to take her life, and uses his {{p|Marowak}}'s {{m|Bonemerang}} laced with some of his {{p|Paras}}'s {{m|Spore}}s to disable Erika while Yellow chases him. She then figures out that to disguise himself as Red, he would've needed to encounter Red's scent in real life and has [[Blaine]] call over for assistance.

She is next seen defending Celadon from [[Lorelei]] and her {{p|Shellder}} and {{p|Cloyster}}. She then realized that the Good Gym Leaders of Kanto were simply being stalled so [[Lance]] could carry out his real plan, and hoped that Yellow and Blaine had found out the same. She also realized that they were being targeted so the Elite Four could get their hands on the Gym Leader's [[Badge]]s, which one of the Shellder finally retrieved from her and Misty.

====={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}=====
Erika is the supervisor of the Kanto Gym Leaders, meaning that she was automatically pitted against [[Pryce]], the Leader of the [[Johto]] Gym Leaders, in the exhibition tournament held at the [[Indigo Plateau]]. She lost that match and was later lured into the [[Magnet Train]] along with the other Gym Leaders to fight masked {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s. She witnessed Misty's sudden burst of strength and gave her a flower brooch. Erika was on the front half of the train which later was about to crash into a dead end, but Red appeared out of nowhere to stop the train. Erika then lent Red her [[Pokégear]].

====Pokémon====
This is a listing of Erika's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Tangela
|nick=Angela
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Tangela Adventures.png
|epnum=PS019
|epname=Blame It on Eevee
|desc=Angela (Japanese: '''モンちゃん''' ''Mon-chan''), Erika's {{p|Tangela}}, first appeared on [[Kanto Route 17|Cycling Road]], where it hopped in front of {{adv|Red}} on his [[bicycle]] and was nearly run over. Later on, Erika used it to fight Red's [[Saur]] when Red and {{adv|Bill}} confronted her, thinking that she had been working with [[Team Rocket]]. During the [[Elite Four]]'s invasion of [[Kanto]], it was used to fight off their {{type|Ice}} Pokémon that had been attacking [[Celadon City]].

Angela's known moves are {{m|Vine Whip}}, {{m|Bind}}, {{m|Absorb}}, {{m|Constrict}}, and {{m|Growth}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|gender=female
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume Adventures.png
|epnum=PS019
|epname=Blame It on Eevee
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} was first sent out to defend Erika from an attacking {{p|Drowzee}}. When Erika fought Red, she used Vileplume against [[Pika]], lasting a long time before Erika ended the match and awarded Red the Badge. She was later seen when Erika met up with {{adv|Yellow}}.

Vileplume's known moves are {{m|Petal Dance}} and {{m|Swords Dance}}, and her Ability is {{a|Chlorophyll}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Victreebel
|stage1=Bellsprout
|stage2=Weepinbell
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Bellsprout Adventures.png
|cap=Erika's Bellsprout
|img2=Erika Victreebel Adventures.png
|cap2=Erika's Victreebel
|epnum=PS020
|epname=Meanwhile...Vileplume!
|desc={{p|Victreebel}} first appeared as a {{p|Bellsprout}} during Erika's battle with Red, where it used {{m|Mimic}} to defeat Red's [[Poli]]. Later, during the {{chap|Yellow}}, it was revealed to have fully evolved.

Victreebel's only known move is {{m|Mimic}}. 
Victreebel has also used {{m|Double Slap}}{{tt|*|Red's Poliwrath's}} via Mimic.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|gender=female
|pkmn=Bellossom
|stage1=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Gloom Adventures.png
|cap=Erika's Gloom
|img2=Erika Bellossom Adventures.png
|epnum=PS048
|epname=Paras Sight
|desc={{p|Bellossom}} was first seen as a {{p|Gloom}} during the good Gym Leader's battle with {{tc|Super Nerd}} {{adv|Miles}}. Very little was known about her due to her brief appearance. She is later seen accompanying Erika, [[Brock]], and Misty to [[Goldenrod City]] for the Gym Leader conference. She was used in Erika's match with [[Pryce]], where she used her Petal Dance against the old man's {{p|Swinub}}. She also fought against Team Rocket.

Bellossom's only known move is {{m|Petal Dance}}, and her Ability is {{a|Chlorophyll}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Skiploom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Flying
|img=Erika Skiploom Adventures.png
|epnum=PS163
|epname=Bringing up Bellossom
|desc={{p|Skiploom}} was used by Erika in her battle with Pryce during the Gym Leader tournament.

Skiploom's known moves are {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Synthesis}}.}}

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
[[File:Erika PM.png|thumb|140px|Erika in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Erika appears in ''[[PM010|A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!]]''. With her {{p|Venusaur}}, she helps {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} defeat [[Team Rocket]]. Red and Erika attempt to steal the [[Silph Scope]] from Team Rocket as they guard the Gym searching for Erika and Red. They hide in the bulb of Erika's {{p|Venusaur}} but are eventually exposed due to {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} "passing gas" inside the bulb. Team Rocket captures them, but they eventually escape.

Later, she appears in a performance on stage showing her {{p|Oddish}} in which it evolved into a {{p|Gloom}} and then into a {{p|Vileplume}}, which didn't please the judges.

In the manga, Erika's father is [[Silph Co.]]'s president.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=81
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Venusaur
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Venusaur PM.png
|epnum=PM010
|epname=A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!
|desc={{p|Venusaur}} is Erika's main Pokémon. It first appeared hiding in a plant, surprising {{TP|Red|Clefairy}} by grabbing him with its vine. Afterwards, Clefairy had a battle with it, in which Clefairy wasn't doing too well at first but managed to defeat Venusaur in the end after reflecting Solar Beam with {{m|Barrier}}. When Team Rocket came, Red and the others hid in Venusaur's bulb so they wouldn't get caught.

Venusaur's known moves are {{m|Poison Powder}}, {{m|Vine Whip}}, and {{m|Solar Beam}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|stage1=Oddish
|stage2=Gloom
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Oddish|1=Gloom}} PM.png
|cap=Erika's {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Oddish|1=Gloom}}
|img2=Erika Vileplume PM.png
|epnum=PM019
|epname=The No. 1 Pokémon!!
|desc=Erika brought along {{p|Oddish}} to a performance on stage in which it evolved into {{p|Gloom}} and then into {{p|Vileplume}} as part of the act.

None of Vileplume's moves are known.}}

=====Status unknown=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Other Grass types
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Grass Pkmn PM.png
|epnum=PM010
|epname=A Tough Battle With The Powerful Venusaur!!
|desc={{p|Oddish}}, {{p|Gloom}}, {{p|Bellsprout}}, {{p|Exeggutor}} and {{p|Tangela}} are some other {{type|Grass}} Pokémon Erika has. They were only seen tending her garden. However, since they were only seen at her garden, it is unknown if they are officially hers or if either the Oddish or Gloom is the same one as the one from the No. 1 Pokémon contest that Erika entered in ''[[PM019|The No. 1 Pokémon!!]]''.

None of their moves are known.}}

=====Stolen from her father=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika's father
|pkmn=Porygon
|type1=Normal
|img=Giovanni Porygon PM.png
|img_size=197px
|epnum=PM011
|epname=Finish Off Team Rocket!!
|desc=Erika's father created {{p|Porygon}} prior to Team Rocket's takeover of Silph Co. When Giovanni's twin brother held her father hostage, it was revealed that he took the Porygon and multiplied them for his evil deeds.

Porygon's only known move is {{m|Psybeam}}.}}

===Pokémon Zensho===
[[File:Erika Zensho.png|thumb|200px|Erika in Pokémon Zensho]]
When Satoshi reaches Celadon City in [[PZ05]], he challenges Erika to a battle. In the middle of the battle, Charmeleon accidentally burns Erika's kimono and responds by {{m|slash}}ing. Erika was about to be declared the winner but Erika mentions that Satoshi raised his Charmeleon well and gives him the {{Badge|Rainbow}}.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=74
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Vileplume
|type1=Grass
|type2=Poison
|img=Erika Vileplume Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ05
|epname=Celadon City
|desc={{p|Vileplume}} is Erika's only known Pokémon. She sent it out to battle {{Zensho|Satoshi's Charmeleon}}, only for Vileplume to get burned in the process.

Vileplume's only known move is {{m|Petal Dance}}.}}

=====In the Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Erika
|pkmn=Gym Pokémon
|type1=Grass
|img=Erika Gym Pokémon Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ05
|epname=Celadon City
|desc=Erika was shown to have a {{p|Tangela}}, {{p|Gloom}}, {{p|Victreebel}}, and {{p|Weepinbell}} at her Gym.

None of their moves are known.}}

===Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure===
[[File:Kanto Gym Leaders JBA.png|thumb|200px|Erika in Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure]]
Erika appeared as a silhouette in [[JBA5]] alongside the other Kanto Gym Leaders.
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
[[File:ErikaHospitalityTeamUp174.jpg|thumb|right|200px|[[Full Art]] by [[Sanosuke Sakuma]] for the {{Trading Card Game}}]]
In the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}}, the card {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika|16}} allows each player to draw up to three cards. Another card, {{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Kindness|103}}, demonstrates her kindness, depicting her as helping a {{p|Growlithe}} out of the rain. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Maids|109}} enables the player to trade two cards in a hand for two Pokémon in the deck, both with Erika in their names. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Charity|99}} is attached to the player's Active Pokémon, and if that Pokémon is not knocked out, the card returns to the owner's hand; it allows the player to reduce the damage their attacks inflict on the Defending Pokémon. {{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Perfume|110}} allows the player to peek at the hand of the opponent and force them to summon any number of basic Pokémon from the hand to the Bench.

As in the anime, she also appears to make fragrances, such as LeAF, depicted on Erika's perfume.

Erika has an {{TCG|Erika|eponymous}} {{TCG|Theme Deck}} in the {{TCG|Gym Heroes}} expansion. Its {{TCG|Tamamushi City Gym|Japanese counterpart}} is based on the Celadon Gym.

===Artwork===
Artwork from the cards:
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color}}; font-size:80%"
|-
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:TamamushiCityGymDeck.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:ErikaTCG1.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Charity.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Kindness.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Maids.jpg|150px]]
|-
| Erika and the Rainbow Badge
| Erika smiling
| Erika helping a lost {{pcolor|Growlithe|000}}
| Erika and her maids
|-
|colspan="2" style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Good-Manners.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Erikas-Perfume.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{tcg grass color dark}}; background:#{{tcg grass color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:ErikaVS.png|100px]]
|-
| Artwork from the {{color2|000|Tamamushi City Gym (TCG)|Tamamushi City Gym}} {{color2|000|Theme Deck (TCG)|Theme Deck}}
| colspan="2" | Erika and an {{wpcolor|ikebana|000}} arrangement of {{pcolor|Bellsprout|000}} and evolutions in a {{pcolor|Vileplume|000}}-shaped planter
| Erika's perfume
| Erika's updated {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game|VS}} art
|}

===Cards===
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Erika or her Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Erika's Pokémon|Grass|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Clefable|3}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=3/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Dragonair|4}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=4/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Vileplume|5}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=5/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare Holo|jpset2=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Clefairy|25}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=25/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Victreebel|26}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=26/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare}}
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{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika's Bellsprout|75}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=75/132|jpset=Tamamushi City Gym}}
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{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Venusaur|4}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=4/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Bellsprout|38}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=38/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Bulbasaur|39}}|type=Grass|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=39/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon|jpset2=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Clefairy|40}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=40/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
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{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Erika|16}}|type=Supporter|enset=Cosmic Eclipse|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=191/236|jpset=SM-P Promotional cards|jpnum=362/SM-P}}
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{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Good Manners|111}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=111/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Erika's Kindness|103}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare|ennum=103/132|jpsetlink=Gym Heroes|jpset=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|XY Promo|Gym Badge|203}}|expanded=yes|type=Item|enset=XY Black Star Promos|ennum=XY206|jpset=XY-P Promotional cards}}
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{{cardlist/footer|Grass}}

==In the TFG==
{{TFG ID|Unnamed Third Set|Erika|39}} was slated to be released as a {{TFG|Trainer figure}} in the {{TFG|Unnamed Third Set}} of the [[Pokémon Trading Figure Game]].

==Trivia==
* Erika's Japanese Leader title is {{tt|自然を愛するお嬢様|Nature-loving Lady}}.
* Erika's {{game|Yellow}} sprite was altered from the original {{pkmn|games}}. The only other significant opponents to be changed were {{ga|Blue}}, [[Brock]], and [[Misty]], based on their prominent {{pkmn|anime}} counterparts.
** The change was made to correct an error with her kimono. In the original sprite, it is crossed right over left, a style reserved for the deceased at funerals; the updated sprite has it properly crossed left over right.
* In every {{pkmn|battle}} against Erika, at least one of her Pokémon knows a {{status|sleep}}-inducing move.
* Erika, along with [[Janine]], are the only [[Kanto]] [[Gym Leader]]s to give the {{player}} a TM upon their defeat in {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}.
* There were 1,153 episodes between Erika's [[EP026|first appearance]] and [[JN094|second appearance]] in the anime, which is the longest time between a particular [[human]] character's first and second physical appearances within the main series.
* Erika's [[Generation III]] sprite is the only one of her sprites that does not have a {{i|Poké Ball}} in it.
* In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, Erika's {{p|Victreebel}} and {{p|Bellossom}} don't level up in her [[rematch]] team, both remaining at Level 56.
* In Erika's HeartGold and SoulSilver artwork, the heart-shaped crest from the HeartGold logo can be seen in her hairband and obi.
* In HeartGold and SoulSilver, Erika's hairband and obi are red in her official artwork, battle sprite, and VS sprite. However, in her overworld sprite, they are magenta instead.
* Erika is the only Kanto Gym Leader to have the same Japanese and English name.
** Also, Erika's [[Badge]], the Rainbow Badge, is the only Kanto Badge to have the same Japanese and English name.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background:#{{grass color light}}; border:3px solid #{{grass color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| エリカ ''Erika''
| From the genus ''{{wp|Erica (plant)|Erica}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Vietnamese
| Erika
| Same as her Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 민화 ''Minhwa''
| From 화 (花) ''hwa'' (flower) and possibly 민화 (民話) ''minhwa'' (folk tale)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan="2" | Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 莉佳 ''Lìjiā''{{tt|*|Games, Adventures}}
| Partial transcription of her Japanese name. Contains 莉 ''lì'' (jasmine).
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 艾莉嘉 ''Àilìjiā''{{tt|*|Anime}}
| Transcription of her Japanese name. Contains 艾 ''ài'' ({{wp|mugwort}}) and 莉 ''lì'' (jasmine).
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan="2" | Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 莉佳 ''Leihgāai''
| Partial transcription of her Japanese name. Contains 莉 ''leih'' (jasmine).
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 艾利嘉 ''Ngaaihleihgā''{{tt|*|Anime}} 艾莉佳 ''Ngaaihleihgāai''{{tt|*|Adventures}}
| Transcription of her Japanese name. Contains 艾 ''ngaaih'' (mugwort)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Érica{{tt|*|TCG}} Erika{{tt|*|Anime, Adventures}} Érika{{tt|*|The Official Pokémon Handbook}}
| Similar to her English name Same as her English name Similar to her English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Эрика ''Erika''
| Transcription of her English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| เอริกะ ''Erika''
| Transcription of her Japanese name
|}{{-}}

===Erika's Pokémon===
''Angela''
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background:#{{grass color light}}; border:3px solid #{{grass color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| モンちゃん ''Mon-chan''
| From モンジャラ ''Monjara'' (Tangela)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| Angela
| From ''Tangela''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Brazilian Portuguese
| Tanginha
| From ''Tangela''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Mon
| Transcription of Japanese name
|}{{-}}

==References==
<references/>
* Pokémon.com [http://www.pokemon.com/#tvmovies_126 Pokémon Scent-sation!]

 
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Chuck

2023-01-20T21:30:29Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Main series */

{{CharInfobox|
color={{fighting color}} |
corecolor={{fighting color light}} |
bordercolor={{fighting color dark}} |
name=Chuck |
jname=シジマ |
tmname=Shijima |
slogan=yes |
sloganline=His Roaring Fists Do the Talking |
image=HeartGold SoulSilver Chuck.png |
size=200px |
caption=Art from {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} |
gender=Male |
colors=yes |
eyes=Black|
hair=Brown |
hometown=[[Cianwood City]] |
region=[[Johto]] |
relatives=[[Chuck's wife|Wife]] |
trainer=yes |
trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/4|HGSS}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}} |
game=yes |
generation={{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}} |
games={{game3|Gold and Silver|Gold, Silver|s}}, {{v2|Crystal}}, {{game3|HeartGold and SoulSilver|HeartGold, SoulSilver|s}}, [[Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2, White 2]], {{pkmn|Stadium 2}} |
leader=yes |
gym=Cianwood Gym |
specialist=yes |
type={{t|Fighting}} types |
badge=Badge#Storm Badge{{!}}Storm Badge |
elite=no |
team=no |
brain=no |
anime=yes |
epnum=EP209 |
epname=Machoke, Machoke Man! |
enva=[[Dan Green]] |
java={{wp|Nobuaki Kakuda}} ([[EP209]]) Takahiro Fujiwara ([[JN039]])|
|pv=cameo
|pvnum=GOTCHA!
|pvname=GOTCHA!
|gameanim=yes
|envagame=Bob Carter<ref name="Bob Carter">[https://64.media.tumblr.com/55e861aada1ab04e598b0edb2bee56af/e5c33b8155422693-dd/s400x600/21f29a2ae2fd2a9e457402ba669c9555908ac59a.png Email from Bob Carter]</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=Hironori Kondō ({{pkmn|Masters EX}}) 
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'''Chuck''' (Japanese: '''シジマ''' ''Shijima'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Cianwood City]]'s [[Gym]], officially known as the [[Cianwood Gym]]. He [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Fighting}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. Chuck gives out the {{Badge|Storm}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat him.

==In the core series==
Chuck appears in {{game5|Gold|Silver|Crystal|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} as the Leader of the [[Cianwood Gym]]. A {{type|Fighting}} Trainer, he is known to spar with his Pokémon to train both them and himself. His in-game title is "His Roaring Fists Do the Talking". Chuck is married, but spends little time with [[Chuck's wife|his wife]]. She isn't too fond of this, and spends her time standing outside the Gym, perhaps waiting in hope that he will come home.

Chuck's Gym is very different between the two [[generation]]s it has appeared in. In [[Generation II]], once challengers have made their way through his Gym, Chuck will attempt to intimidate them before battle by telling how his Pokémon "will crush stones and shatter bones." He then lifts and tosses a boulder prior to accepting the challenge. In [[Generation IV]], Chuck awaits his challengers underneath a large waterfall. He will not notice the {{player}} approach him until the water under which he has been meditating stops flowing.

Chuck enjoys a good battle, but after losing he vows to train 24 hours a day. After he is defeated, his wife will give the player {{HM|02|Fly}}, which the successful Trainer will now be able to use outside of battle. She also comments that she is grateful that her husband would be doing more training, since he was getting "a little chubby". In addition to the {{Badge|Storm}}, Chuck awards [[TM01]] (which is {{m|Dynamic Punch}} in Generation II or {{m|Focus Punch}} in Generation IV).

Chuck can be found in his Gym most of the time, but on Sundays the player can have their [[Photography|picture taken]] with him in the northwestern corner of {{rt|47|Johto}} (just south of where the [[White Flute]] is found). Because of his punishing training schedule, his phone number can be obtained not from him, but from his wife. If the player calls him on a Wednesday night, Chuck will travel to [[Saffron City]] to battle with an enhanced team in the [[Fighting Dojo]].

===Pokémon===
===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=Spr GS Chuck.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3000
|class=Leader
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|name=Chuck
|game=GSC
|location=Cianwood Gym
|pokemon=2
}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=057
|pokemon=Primeape
|gender=male
|level=27
|type1=Fighting
|move1=Leer|move1type=Normal
|move2=Rage|move2type=Normal
|move3=Karate Chop|move3type=Fighting
|move4=Fury Swipes|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|gender=male
|level=30
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Mind Reader|move2type=Normal
|move3=Surf|move3type=Water
|move4=DynamicPunch|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Chuck.png
|prize={{PDollar}}3720
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Chuck
|game=HGSS
|location=Cianwood Gym
|pokemon=2
}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=057
|pokemon=Primeape
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|level=29
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Vital Spirit
|move1=Leer|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Double Team|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|level=31
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|ability=Water Absorb
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Hypnosis|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Body Slam|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Surf|move3type=Water|move3cat=Special
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Chuck.png
|prize={{PDollar}}7200
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Chuck
|game=HGSS
|location=Fighting Dojo
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=308 m
|pokemon=Medicham
|game=Platinum
|gender=male
|held=Sitrus Berry
|type1=Fighting|type2=Psychic
|ability=Pure Power
|level=54
|move1=Attract|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Psycho Cut|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Physical
|move3=ThunderPunch|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Hi Jump Kick|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=107
|pokemon=Hitmonchan
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Iron Fist
|level=52
|move1=Swagger|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Double Team|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Mach Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=106
|pokemon=Hitmonlee
|game=HeartGold
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Reckless
|level=55
|move1=Fake Out|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Bulk Up|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Status
|move3=Blaze Kick|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Hi Jump Kick|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=286
|pokemon=Breloom
|game=Diamond
|type1=Grass|type2=Fighting
|gender=male
|ability=Poison Heal
|level=54
|held=Toxic Orb
|move1=Substitute|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Drain Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=057
|pokemon=Primeape
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Fighting
|gender=male
|ability=Anger Point
|level=56
|move1=Swagger|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Payback|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=ThunderPunch|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Close Combat|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|game=HeartGold
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|gender=male
|ability=Water Absorb
|held=Sitrus Berry
|level=60
|move1=Substitute|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Double Team|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Waterfall|move3type=Water|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Focus Punch|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Chuck 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. Chuck will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Poliwrath}}.

======[[Johto Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Chuck.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Chuck
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|ability=Water Absorb|ability2=Damp
|held=Water Gem
|move1=Bulk Up|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Status
|move2=Hypnosis|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Status
|move3=Focus Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=068
|pokemon=Machamp
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Guts|ability2=No Guard
|held=Payapa Berry
|move1=Dual Chop|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=DynamicPunch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Bulldoze|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=057
|pokemon=Primeape
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Vital Spirit|ability2=Anger Point
|held=Liechi Berry
|move1=Outrage|move1type=Dragon|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Stone Edge|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=U-turn|move4type=Bug|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=237
|pokemon=Hitmontop
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Technician
|held=Ground Gem
|move1=Bulk Up|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Status
|move2=Drill Run|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Close Combat|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Bullet Punch|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=107
|pokemon=Hitmonchan
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Keen Eye|ability2=Iron Fist
|held=Ice Gem
|move1=Bulk Up|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Status
|move2=Ice Punch|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Mach Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=ThunderPunch|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=106
|pokemon=Hitmonlee
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Limber|ability2=Reckless
|held=Salac Berry
|move1=Bulk Up|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Status
|move2=Sucker Punch|move2type=Dark|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Jump Kick|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Blaze Kick|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Chuck.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Chuck
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6
}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=062
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|ability=Water Absorb|ability2=Damp
|held=Sitrus Berry
|move1=Belly Drum|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Hypnosis|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Status
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Waterfall|move4type=Water|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=068
|pokemon=Machamp
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Guts|ability2=No Guard
|held=Choice Band
|move1=Ice Punch|move1type=Ice|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Stone Edge|move2type=Rock|move2cat=Physical
|move3=DynamicPunch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=534
|pokemon=Conkeldurr
|gender=both
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Guts|ability2=Sheer Force
|held=Fighting Gem
|move1=Drain Punch|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Mach Punch|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=237
|pokemon=Hitmontop
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Technician
|held=Wide Lens
|move1=Triple Kick|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Feint|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Mach Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Bullet Punch|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=107
|pokemon=Hitmonchan
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Keen Eye|ability2=Iron Fist
|held=Leftovers
|move1=Double Team|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Ice Punch|move2type=Ice|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Drain Punch|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=ThunderPunch|move4type=Electric|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black
|ndex=106
|pokemon=Hitmonlee
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fighting
|ability=Limber|ability2=Reckless
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Bulldoze|move1type=Ground|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Fake Out|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Hi Jump Kick|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the side series==
===[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]===
Chuck appears in [[Pokémon Stadium 2]]'s Johto [[Gym Leader Castle]]. This is the only time he can be fought using Pokémon not of the {{type|Fighting}}; his second six-Pokémon team in this game is actually composed of only two Fighting-type Pokémon. However, all his Pokémon in both rounds know {{m|Dynamic Punch}}, a {{type|Fighting}} move and the [[TM]] that he gives out in [[Generation II]].

During the game's end credits, he is seen having a battle with [[Bruno]].

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Chuck.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Chuck
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Johto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=062MSStad
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|held=Focus Band
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Water|type2=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Hydro Pump|move2type=Water
|move3=Psychic|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=210MSStad
|pokemon=Granbull
|held=PRZCureBerry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Roar|move2type=Normal
|move3=Strength|move3type=Normal
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=067MSStad
|pokemon=Machoke
|held=Ice Berry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Vital Throw|move2type=Fighting
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Seismic Toss|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=107MSStad
|pokemon=Hitmonchan
|held=PSNCureBerry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Mach Punch|move2type=Fighting
|move3=Mega Punch|move3type=Normal
|move4=Comet Punch|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=028MSStad
|pokemon=Sandslash
|held=Mint Berry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Slash|move2type=Normal
|move3=Dig|move3type=Ground
|move4=Rollout|move4type=Rock}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=057MSStad
|pokemon=Primeape
|held=Bitter Berry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Headbutt|move2type=Normal
|move3=Seismic Toss|move3type=Fighting
|move4=Dig|move4type=Ground}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fighting color}}
|bordercolor={{fighting color dark}}
|headcolor={{fighting color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Chuck.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Chuck
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Johto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=062MSStad
|pokemon=Poliwrath
|held=Mint Berry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Water
|type2=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Belly Drum|move2type=Normal
|move3=Rest|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Sleep Talk|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=028MSStad
|pokemon=Sandslash
|held=Scope Lens
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Ground
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Rock Slide|move2type=Rock
|move3=Earthquake|move3type=Ground
|move4=Metal Claw|move4type=Steel}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=217MSStad
|pokemon=Ursaring
|held=Quick Claw
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Normal
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Crunch|move2type=Dark
|move3=Slash|move3type=Normal
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fighting color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=181MSStad
|pokemon=Ampharos
|held=BrightPowder
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Electric
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Thunderbolt|move2type=Electric
|move3=Fire Punch|move3type=Fire
|move4=Light Screen|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=107MSStad
|pokemon=Hitmonchan
|held=King's Rock
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Mega Punch|move2type=Normal
|move3=Mach Punch|move3type=Fighting
|move4=Pursuit|move4type=Dark}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=097MSStad
|pokemon=Hypno
|held=PRZCureBerry
|level=50-100
|gender=male
|type1=Psychic
|move1=DynamicPunch|move1type=Fighting
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Light Screen|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]]===
Chuck appears as an opponent in [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]]. He uses a {{p|Primeape}} to battle.

===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===

Chuck appears as an [[Non-player character|NPC]] in [[Pokémon Masters EX]] and first appears in the {{DL|List of solo events (Masters)|Strongest Fighters}} solo event. He forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Poliwrath}}.

==Artwork==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color}}; font-size:80%"
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Gold Silver Chuck.png|120px]]
|-
| Headshot from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
|}

===Sprites===
====In the [[core series]]====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color}}; font-size:80%"
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr GS Chuck.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Chuck.png‎]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSChuck.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr B2W2 Chuck.png‎]]
|-
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| VS sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black 2 and White 2}}
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Chuck II OD.png]]
|colspan=2 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Chuck IV OD.png]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Chuck OD.png]]
|-
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Generation II}}
|colspan=2| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld sprite from {{color2|000|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 #{{fighting color dark}}; background:#{{fighting color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Puzzle Challenge Chuck.png]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background: #{{fighting color light}}; width:190px"| [[File:S2 Leader Chuck.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Chuck alt.png]][[File:S2 Gym Leader Chuck alt2.png]]
|-
| Portrait from {{color2|000|Pokémon Puzzle Challenge|Puzzle Challenge}}
| Portraits from {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium 2|Stadium 2}}
|-
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background:#{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Spr Masters Chuck.png|100px]]
|style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{fighting color dark}}; background:#{{fighting color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:VSChuck Masters.png|100px]]
|- style="font-size: 80%;"
| Model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX|Masters EX}}
| VS model from {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX|Masters EX}}
|}

==Quotes==
{{main|Chuck/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Chuck anime.png|thumb|220px|Chuck in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
====History====
=====Pre-series=====
As revealed in ''[[JN039|Octo-Gridlock at the Gym!]]'', Chuck traveled to the [[Galar]] [[region]] to study Galar karate, where he met a young [[Bea]], who was the daughter of one of the karate teachers.

In addition to being the [[Cianwood City]] [[Gym Leader]], Chuck takes on students and trains them to handle {{type|Fighting}} Pokémon. [[Kiyo]] and and [[Brawly]], [[Dewford Town|Dewford Island]]'s Gym Leader and also a Fighting-type specialist, both studied under Chuck.

=====[[Original series]]=====
Chuck appeared in ''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man!]]''. {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} first noticed Chuck as he sparred alongside his {{p|Machoke}} on a Cianwood beach. The group rushed to his side after they witnessed him being thrown by Machoke, though Chuck was unfazed and had them march to the [[Cianwood Gym]] before officially introducing himself as the Gym Leader.

After a meal, Chuck agreed to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} against Ash. He sent out his {{p|Poliwrath}}, and it quickly defeated {{AP|Pikachu}} in the first round. Ash then used {{AP|Bayleef}}, who defeated both Poliwrath and Machoke with her {{m|Razor Leaf}} and {{m|Vine Whip}} attacks, earning him the {{Badge|Storm}}.

Ash was planning on challenging [[Olivine Gym]]'s [[Jasmine]], but [[Janina]] informed him that Jasmine was still not up to battling because of her concerns for [[Amphy|Sparkle]]. Chuck then recommended that Ash and his friends visit the nearby [[Whirl Islands]], and even gave them a card to pay for their ship fares. The following day, the group boarded a ship destined for the Whirl Islands. Chuck and his wife waved goodbye to them from a Cianwood pier.

He reappeared in a flashback in ''[[EP255|Why? Wynaut!]]''.

=====''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''=====
[[File:Chuck JN.png|thumb|250px|Chuck in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'']]
Chuck reappeared in a flashback in ''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]'', when Brawly revealed he was one of his students. Chuck reappeared in another flashback in ''[[AG149|Wheel of Frontier]]'', where [[Scott]] revealed that Chuck and Brawly were [[Greta]]'s idols.

=====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''=====
Chuck, now wearing his {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} attire, reappeared in ''[[JN039|Octo-Gridlock at the Gym!]]''. He was battling [[Bea]] and her {{p|Grapploct}} with his Poliwrath in a practice match, when Ash visited his Gym for a [[World Coronation Series]] [[rematch]] against Bea. Chuck then watched the match from the sidelines alongside [[Goh]]. Afterwards he prepared a dessert picnic to commemorate the draw result.

====Character====
Chuck actively trains with his Pokémon and uses himself as a decoy to test their strengths. He pushes them to perform their best and feeds them enormous amounts of power food to maintain their muscle. Chuck has raised his Pokémon to be focused and calm, making them tough opponents in {{pkmn|battle}}.

Even though he is a {{t|Fighting}} master, Chuck gets tired easily due to his body shape. His [[Chuck's wife|wife]] repeatedly makes fun of him for this. He is also optimistic and burning with enthusiasm. In addition, Chuck has a tendency to break out into tears whenever he is overjoyed with his Pokémon and their progress.

====Pokémon====
{{MissingInfo|1|java}}
This listing is of Chuck's known Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Machoke
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Machoke.png
|epnum=EP209
|epname=Machoke, Machoke Man!

|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc={{p|Machoke}} appeared in ''[[EP209|Machoke, Machoke Man!]]''. Chuck and Machoke share a close [[friendship]] with one another, and are often seen crying and hugging each other when happy. They fight with each other often to improve their concentration in {{pkmn|battle}}s; they use this technique even before important matches.

Chuck used Machoke against [[Ash's Bayleef]] in a [[Gym]] battle. With a powerful Submission attack, Machoke almost defeated Bayleef, but with Ash's support, Bayleef won the match.

It reappeared in a flashback in ''[[EP255|Why? Wynaut!]]''.

Machoke's known moves are {{m|Karate Chop}}, {{m|Submission}}, and {{m|Cross Chop}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Poliwrath
|type1=Water
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chuck Poliwrath JN.png
|cap=Chuck 's Poliwrath in Pokémon Journeys
|epnum=EP209
|epname=Machoke, Machoke Man!

|vaen=Eric Stuart
|desc=Chuck's {{p|Poliwrath}} was used as the first Pokémon against {{Ash}} in the [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}}.

Poliwrath dodged Pikachu's {{m|Thunderbolt}} attack three times until it was hit by the fourth one. It then managed to hold off Pikachu's {{m|Quick Attack}}, focusing its energy and then using Double Slap, knocking Pikachu out.

Ash then chose {{AP|Bayleef}}, and Chuck issued Poliwrath to use Water Gun, which Bayleef dodged. Ash then ordered Bayleef to use {{m|Razor Leaf}} and {{m|Vine Whip}}, which slammed Poliwrath to the ground. Chuck ordered Poliwrath to focus its energy, and while Poliwrath was wobbling, trying to stand up straight, Bayleef used {{m|Body Slam}} to defeat Poliwrath.

Poliwrath reappeared in ''[[JN039|Octo-Gridlock at the Gym!]]'', where it battled [[Bea]] and her {{p|Grapploct}}. It later watched her [[World Coronation Series]] rematch against Ash.

Poliwrath's known moves are {{m|Double Slap}}, {{m|Water Gun}}, and {{m|Poison Jab}}.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{fighting color}}|bordercolor={{fighting color light}}
|ja=角田信朗 ''Nobuaki Kakuda'' ([[EP209]]) 藤原貴弘 ''Takahiro Fujiwara'' ([[JN039]])
|en=[[Dan Green]]
|fi=Markus Niemi
|cs=Radovan Vaculík ([[EP209]]) Marek Libert ([[JN039]])
|it=Mario Zucca
|pl=Jan Kulczycki
|pt_br=Raul Schlosser ([[EP209]]) Francisco Júnior ([[JN039]])
|es_la=Luis Alfonso Padilla ([[EP209]]) Victor Manuel Espinoza ([[JN039]])
|es_eu=Iñaki Crespo
}}

===GOTCHA!===
Chuck briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Whitney Chuck Adventures.png|thumb|225px|Chuck in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
[[File:Chuck HGSS Adventures.png|thumb|170px|left|Chuck in the ninth chapter]]
Chuck is a martial arts master.

====History====
=====Prior to {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}=====
Chuck trained {{adv|Blue}} in the ways of fighting and [[Pokémon training]] when he was a child.

====={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}=====
Chuck debuts in ''[[PS124|Scrappy Skarmory]]'', where he is waiting for his friend {{adv|Walker}} to arrive so that they could battle each other. When Walker fails to show up, Chuck heads back outside to find his training equipment torn to shreds. The cause is revealed to be the Legendary Pokémon {{p|Suicune}}, which Walker is currently fighting against. They team up to fight Suicune and attempt to capture it, but they fail and Suicune manages to escape.

At the [[Indigo Plateau]], Chuck arrives with his fellow Johto Gym Leaders to take place exhibition tournament for the Pokémon League against the Kanto Gym Leaders. In the sixth round, he faces off against his former student, Blue. Using the methods his teacher taught him, Blue defeats Chuck and gains another win for the Kanto Gym Leaders. When the [[Masked Man]] attacks the Pokémon League, Chuck and the other Gym Leaders combat his army of mind-controlled {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s. The fight takes them to the [[Magnet Train]], which is used as a diversion to get the Gym Leaders away from the stadium. After the Masked Man is defeated, Chuck returned to his usual duties of being a Gym Leader.

====={{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}=====
Chuck, along with Bugsy and Falkner, is asked by Morty to guard the [[Ecruteak Gym]] from suspicious people asking to use Morty's clairvoyance. When {{adv|Silver}} arrives to see Morty under [[Eusine]]'s recommendation, the Gym Leaders mistake him for another suspicious person and stop his attempts to advance. Having no time to talk, Silver opts to battle the Gym Leaders and force his way inside. When Chuck's {{p|Hitmontop}} realizes that [[Blue's Rhyperior|Silver's Rhyperior]] is actually the evolved form of Blue's {{p|Rhydon}}, Silver reveals that he is actually a friend of Blue. Hearing this makes Chuck decide to trust Silver and allow him inside the Gym. The meeting is cut short by the sudden appearance of {{p|Arceus}}, who lands in front of the Ecruteak Gym and destroys it with a single blast. Falkner, Bugsy, and Chuck are caught in the blast and knocked unconscious.

====Pokémon====
This listing is of Chuck's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Primeape
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Primeape Adventures.png
|epnum=PS124
|epname=Scrappy Skarmory
|desc={{p|Primeape}} is Chuck's first known Pokémon. He was first seen with his Trainer exercising in preparation for Walker's arrival. He helped battle {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Suicune}} alongside Walker's Pokémon, but was unable to defeat the Legendary Pokémon.

Primeape's only known move is {{m|Dynamic Punch}}, and his Ability is {{a|Anger Point}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Poliwrath
|type1=Water
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chuck Poliwrath Adventures.png
|epnum=PS124
|epname=Scrappy Skarmory
|desc={{p|Poliwrath}} is Chuck's second known Pokémon. It was first seen with its Trainer exercising in preparation for Walker's arrival. It helped battle {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Suicune}} alongside Walker's Pokémon, but was unable to defeat the Legendary Pokémon.

Poliwrath's known moves are {{m|Dynamic Punch}}, {{m|Strength}}, and {{m|Detect}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Machamp
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Machamp Adventures.png
|epnum=PS161
|epname=Entranced by Entei
|desc={{p|Machamp}} is Chuck's third known Pokémon. It was first used to battle [[Blue's Rhydon]]. It managed to deal some damage to Rhydon before being switched with {{p|Hitmonlee}}.

Machamp's only known move is {{m|Vital Throw}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Hitmonlee
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Hitmonlee Adventures.png
|epnum=PS161
|epname=Entranced by Entei
|desc={{p|Hitmonlee}} is Chuck's fourth known Pokémon. He was first used to battle [[Blue's Rhydon]]. He dealt heavy damage to Rhydon before being switched with {{p|Hitmontop}}.

Hitmonlee's known moves are {{m|Mind Reader}} and {{m|Reversal}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Hitmontop
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Hitmontop Adventures.png
|epnum=PS162
|epname=Heckled by Hitmontop
|desc={{p|Hitmontop}} is Chuck's fifth known Pokémon. He was first used to battle [[Blue's Rhydon]] at the Pokémon League. Using his top-like body, Hitmontop managed to nearly defeat Rhydon before clashing against it with its horn. By reversing the rotation of its drill, Rhydon defeated Hitmontop by simultaneously stopping and dealing damage to him.

In the {{chap|HeartGold & SoulSilver}}, Hitmontop was used by Chuck to guard the Ecruteak Gym. He faced [[Silver's Weavile]] and won before clashing with his {{p|Rhyperior}}. The battle ended when Hitmontop recognized Rhyperior as the Rhydon that Blue used in the Pokémon League, cluing Chuck into realizing that Silver and Blue know each other.

Hitmontop's known moves are {{m|Triple Kick}} and {{m|Rapid Spin}}, and his Ability is {{a|Technician}}.}}

=====At Cianwood Gym=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Tyrogue (×2)
|gender=male
|type1=Fighting
|img=Cianwood Gym Tyrogue Adventures.png
|epnum=PS124
|epname=Scrappy Skarmory
|desc=These {{p|Tyrogue}} were seen helping [[Chuck's wife]] make dinner.

None of Tyrogue's moves are known.}}

===Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys===
[[File:Chuck Golden Boys.png|thumb|200px|Chuck in Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys]]
Chuck appeared in ''[[GB21|The Secret Of The Fighting Type Pokémon]]'', where {{GnB|Gold}} and {{GnB|Crys}} met him while searching for the [[Secret Medicine|medicine]] needed to heal [[Amphy|the sick Ampharos]] in [[Olivine City]]. After Chuck was injured in an accident, he offered to give them the last existing sample of the medicine if Gold served as a temporary Gym Leader of the Cianwood Gym for a while. After Gold had defeated his [[rival]] {{GnB|Black}} in a Gym battle, Chuck gave him the medicine.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Poliwrath
|width=74
|type1=Water
|type2=Fighting
|img=Chuck Poliwrath Golden Boys.png
|epnum=GB21
|epname=The Secret Of The Fighting Type Pokémon
|desc=Chuck sent out {{p|Poliwrath}} to stop a bunch of round-shaped Pokémon from rolling down a hilly area in Cianwood City. Using Mind Reader, it was able to do so.

Poliwrath is kept in a [[Friend Ball]].

Poliwrath's only known move is {{m|Mind Reader}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|pkmn=Primeape
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Primeape Golden Boys.png
|epnum=GB23
|epname=Let's Fight For The Future!!
|desc={{p|Primeape}} is another Pokémon Chuck owns. It was seen along with the other Pokémon during the fight with the [[Black Tyranitar]].

Primeape is kept in a [[Friend Ball]].

None of Primeape's moves are known.}}

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
[[File:Chuck PM.png|thumb|220px|Chuck in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
Chuck appears in ''[[PM096|Defeat Chuck Style Martial Arts!!]]'' where he is considered a karate master. After {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} witnesses his strength with lifting cars, he has a Gym battle with Chuck.
{{sectionstub}}
====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Chuck
|width=72
|pkmn=Primeape
|type1=Fighting
|img=Chuck Primeape PM.png
|epnum=PM096
|epname=Defeat Chuck Style Martial Arts!!
|desc={{p|Primeape}} is Chuck's only known Pokémon. It is also his training partner and is a master of martial arts.

Primeape's known moves are {{m|Karate Chop}} and {{m|Low Kick}}.}}

==In the TCG==
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Chuck or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Chuck's Pokémon|Fighting|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's Primeape|33}}|type=Fighting|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=033/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's Poliwrath|34}}|type=Fighting|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=034/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's Rhydon|35}}|type=Fighting|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=035/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's Tauros|36}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=036/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's Granbull|37}}|type=Colorless|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=037/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Tyranitar|Chuck's Donphan|Half Deck}}|type=Fighting|enset=Tyranitar Half Deck|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=038/141}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Fighting}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's TM 01|113}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=113/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Chuck's TM 02|114}}|type=Trainer|type2=Technical Machine|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Uncommon|jpnum=114/141}}
{{cardlist/footer|Fighting}}

==Trivia==
* His Japanese Leader title is {{tt|唸る拳で語る男|Man who Talks by Roaring Fists}}.
* In the [[Chuang Yi]] translation of [[Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys]], he is called "Fergus".
* In [[Generation II]], both Chuck and [[Pryce]]'s weakest Pokémon are at the same level, level 27.
* In [[Generation IV]], Chuck will appear in two places: Cianwood Gym and [[Fighting Dojo]] at the same time, when the player calls him for rematch on Wednesday night.
* Chuck has an [[Game move errors|illegal]] Sandslash in Round 2 of Pokémon Stadium 2: {{m|Metal Claw}} is an Egg move in {{game|Crystal}}, while {{m|Rock Slide}} is a [[Generation I]] TM.
* With {{mas|Falkner}}'s release on August 5, 2021, Chuck is the only unobtainable Johto Gym Leader in [[Pokémon Masters EX]].
* The player can skip Chuck until after Pryce, as [[Team Rocket]] will not take over the [[Goldenrod Radio Tower]] until the player collects 7 badges.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float:left; background: #{{fighting color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{fighting color}}"
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| シジマ ''Shijima''
| From ''{{wp|Haworthia}}'' 'Shijima' (a cultivar of ''Haworthia''), 黙 ''shijima'' (silence), and 四島 ''shijima'' (four islands)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | English
| Chuck
| From ''chuck'' (to throw), ''{{wp|nanchaku|nunchuck}}'', and possibly a reference to martial artist ''{{wp|Chuck Norris}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Fergus{{tt|*|Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys (Chuang Yi)}}
| From ''{{wp|Fergus (name)|Fergus}}'', a name of Gaelic origin meaning "the strong one"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Hartwig
| From ''Hart'' (hard)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Aníbal
| From ''{{wp|Hannibal}}'', a {{wp|Punic people|Carthaginian}} general
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French, Brazilian Portuguese
| Chuck
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Italian
| Furio
| From ''furioso'' (furious)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 사도 ''Sado''
| From the hanja reading of the Japanese name 四島 ''Shijima'' and 싸우다 ''ssauda'' (to fight)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2" | Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 阿四 ''Ā Sì''{{tt|*|Games, anime (original series, Journeys), Adventures (Ching Win edition, new Jilin edition)}}
| From the partial derivation of the Japanese name 四島 ''Shijima''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 阿皿 ''Ā Mǐn''{{tt|*|Anime (AG022)}} 阿蜜 ''Ā Mì''{{tt|*|Adventures (old Jilin edition Volume 9 and 13)}}
| Misreading of the character 四 Mix-up with [[Jasmine]]'s Chinese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 阿四 ''A Sei''
| From the partial derivation of the Japanese name 四島 ''Shijima''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| ชิจิม่า ''Shijima''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Shijima
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}
==References==
<references/>
{{-}}
{{Gym Leaders of Johto}} 
{{Pocket Monsters Characters}}
{{Masterscharacters|fighting}} 
{{Project CharacterDex notice}}

[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Manga characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters]]
[[Category:Gold, Silver and Crystal characters]]
[[Category:HeartGold and SoulSilver characters]]
[[Category:Black 2 and White 2 characters]]
[[Category:Stadium 2 characters]]
[[Category:Gym Leaders]]
[[Category:Fighting-type Trainers]]
[[Category:Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Pocket Monsters characters]]
[[Category:Masters EX characters]]

[[de:Hartwig]]
[[es:Aníbal]]
[[fr:Chuck]]
[[it:Furio]]
[[ja:シジマ]]
[[zh:阿四]]

Blaine

2023-01-20T21:25:11Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Main series */

{{CharInfobox
|color={{fire color}}
|corecolor={{fire color light}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|name=Blaine
|jname=カツラ
|tmname=Katsura
|slogan=yes
|sloganline=The Hotheaded Quiz Master!
|image=Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Blaine.png
|size=x300px
|caption=Art from [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]] by [[Megumi Mizutani]].<ref>[[a:File:BlaineQuizShowUnifiedMinds186.jpg|Blaine's Quiz Show (Unified Minds 186)]]</ref>
|gender=Male
|hometown=[[Cinnabar Island]]
|region=[[Kanto]]
|relatives=None
|trainer=yes
|trainerclass=[[Gym Leader]]{{sup/1|RBY}}{{sup/2|GSC}}{{sup/3|FRLG}}{{sup/4|HGSS}}{{sup/7|PE}} [[Pokémon Trainer]]{{sup/5|B2W2}}
|game=yes
|generation={{Gen|I}}, {{Gen|II}}, {{Gen|III}}, {{Gen|IV}}, {{Gen|V}}, {{Gen|VII}}
|games={{game3|Red and Blue|Red, Blue|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{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]], [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!]], [[Pokémon Stadium (English)|Stadium]], {{pkmn|Stadium 2}}, {{pkmn|Masters EX}}
|leader=yes
|gym=Cinnabar Gym
|specialist=yes
|type={{t|Fire}} types
|badge=Badge#Volcano Badge{{!}}Volcano Badge
|anime=yes
|epnum=EP058
|epname=Riddle Me This
|enva=[[Michael Haigney|Roger Kay]]
|java=Toshiya Ueda
|pv=yes
|pvnum=PO03
|pvname=File 3: Giovanni
|gameanim=yes
|envagame=Unknown ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
|javagame=UoKen<ref>Nintendo DREAM (vol. 329)</ref> ({{pkmn|Masters EX}})
}}
'''Blaine''' (Japanese: '''カツラ''' ''Katsura'') is the [[Gym Leader]] of [[Cinnabar Island]]'s (later the [[Seafoam Islands]]') [[Gym]], known officially as the [[Cinnabar Gym]]. He hands out the {{Badge|Volcano}} to {{pkmn|Trainer}}s who defeat him. He is a highly intelligent man who [[Type expert|specializes]] in {{type|Fire}} {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}.

==In the core series games==
Blaine's title is "The Hotheaded Quiz Master." His strategy is to incinerate challengers with his rough-and-ready Fire-type Pokémon. To reach Blaine, challengers have to answer a series of quiz questions about Pokémon. Blaine only takes off his sunglasses when thinking up new quiz questions.

When he once got lost in a treacherous, freezing mountain range, he was guided out of the mountains by a {{p|Moltres}}. Apparently, this is what inspired him to train Fire-type Pokémon. Blaine is a resident of [[Cinnabar Island]], and has lived there since before the [[Cinnabar Lab]] was built. He is good friends with [[Mr. Fuji]] and used to do Pokémon research with him.

In addition to the Volcano Badge, Blaine gives out {{TM|38|Fire Blast}} in {{game3|Red and Blue|Pokémon Red, Blue|s}}, {{game3|Red and Green|Green|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{game3|FireRed and LeafGreen|FireRed, and LeafGreen|s}}. In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} he gives out {{TM|50|Overheat}}, and in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], his reward is {{TM|46|Fire Blast}}.

In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, and their [[Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|remakes]], the volcano on Cinnabar Island has erupted, destroying the town and leaving Blaine and his Pokémon homeless. Blaine relocated his Gym to the [[Seafoam Islands]], and remains there a whole year after the volcanic eruption back on Cinnabar, planning to rebuild his Gym one day.

Blaine is able to be [[rematch]]ed in HeartGold and SoulSilver, after collecting his number at any time on Tuesday on Cinnabar Island. A call to him on Tuesday afternoon will arrange a rematch. In HeartGold and SoulSilver, Blaine has also added Gym Trainers and a puzzle to his Gym, unlike in [[Generation II]], where he stood alone in a small cave.

===[[Fame Checker]]===
This is a list of the Fame Checker's information on Blaine in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;Gym Sign - Blaine
:What does this person do?
:"<sc>Cinnabar Island Pokémon Gym Leader: Blaine</sc> The Hotheaded Quiz Master!"
;Cinnabar Gym - Blaine
:Favorite kind of Pokémon?
:"My fiery <sc>Pokémon</sc> are all rough and ready with intense heat! They incinerate all challengers!"
;Cinnabar Gym - {{tc|Super Nerd}} Derek
:Favorite kind of Pokémon?
:"Our <sc>Leader, Blaine</sc>, became lost in the mountains but good. Night fell and a fiery bird <sc>Pokémon</sc> appeared. Its light allowed <sc>Blaine</sc> to find his way down safely.''
;Cinnabar Island - Woman
:What is this person like?
:"<sc>Cinnabar Gym</sc>'s <sc>Blaine</sc> is quite the odd fellow. He's lived on the island since way before the <sc>Lab</sc> was built."
;Cinnabar Gym - Photo
:Family and Friends?
:"It's a photo of <sc>Blaine</sc> and <sc>Mr. Fuji</sc>. They're standing shoulder to shoulder with big grins."
;[[Resort Gorgeous]] - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}
:There's a rumor...
:"<sc>Blaine</sc> is said to remove his dark shades only when he is thinking up new quiz questions."
;Message from <sc>Blaine</sc>
* From: <sc>Blaine</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"My <sc>Fire Pokémon</sc>! They'll become even more powerful!
:And now, a quiz. How many kinds of <sc>Fire</sc>-type <sc>Pokémon</sc> are there?"

===Pokémon===
===={{game|Red and Blue|s}}====
For each of his Pokémon, Blaine has two [[Super Potion]]s, using them randomly 25% of the time.
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr RG Blaine.png
|prize={{PDollar}}4653

|name=Blaine
|game=RGB
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red and Blue
|ndex=058
|pokemon=Growlithe
|level=42
|type1=Fire
|move1=Ember|move1type=Fire
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Take Down|move3type=Normal
|move4=Agility|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red and Blue
|ndex=077
|pokemon=Ponyta
|level=40
|type1=Fire
|move1=Tail Whip|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stomp|move2type=Normal
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Spin|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red and Blue
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|level=42
|type1=Fire
|move1=Tail Whip|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stomp|move2type=Normal
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Spin|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Red and Blue
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=47
|type1=Fire
|move1=Roar|move1type=Normal
|move2=Ember|move2type=Fire
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire
|move4=Take Down|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Yellow}}====
For each of his Pokémon, Blaine has two [[Super Potion]]s, using them randomly 25% of the time.
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr Y Blaine.png
|prize={{PDollar}}5346

|name=Blaine
|game=Y
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|level=48
|type1=Fire
|move1=Confuse Ray|move1type=Ghost
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal
|move3=Tail Whip|move3type=Normal
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|level=50
|type1=Fire
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Stomp|move2type=Normal
|move3=Growl|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Spin|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=54
|type1=Fire
|move1=Reflect|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Take Down|move2type=Normal
|move3=Fire Blast|move3type=Fire
|move4=Flamethrower|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr GS Blaine.png
|prize={{PDollar}}5000
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=GSC
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=219
|pokemon=Magcargo
|gender=male
|level=45
|type1=Fire|type2=Rock
|move1=Curse|move1type=???
|move2=Smog|move2type=Poison
|move3=Flamethrower|move3type=Fire
|move4=Rock Slide|move4type=Rock}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=126
|pokemon=Magmar
|gender=male
|level=45
|type1=Fire
|move1=ThunderPunch|move1type=Electric
|move2=Fire Punch|move2type=Fire
|move3=Sunny Day|move3type=Fire
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|game=Crystal
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|gender=male
|level=50
|type1=Fire
|move1=Quick Attack|move1type=Normal
|move2=Fire Spin|move2type=Fire
|move3=Fury Attack|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{Game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}====
{{Party/Single|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr FRLG Blaine.png|
|prize={{PDollar}}4700
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=FRLG
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=4}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|ndex=058
|pokemon=Growlithe
|gender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|level=42
|type1=Fire
|move1=Bite|move1type=Dark
|move2=Roar|move2type=Normal
|move3=Take Down|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|ndex=077
|pokemon=Ponyta
|gender=male
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=40
|type1=Fire
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Bounce|move2type=Flying
|move3=Fire Spin|move3type=Fire
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|gender=male
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=42
|type1=Fire
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Bounce|move2type=Flying
|move3=Fire Spin|move3type=Fire
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
|{{Pokémon/3
|game=FireRed and LeafGreen
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|gender=male
|ability=Intimidate
|level=47
|type1=Fire
|move1=Bite|move1type=Dark
|move2=Roar|move2type=Normal
|move3=Take Down|move3type=Normal
|move4=Fire Blast|move4type=Fire}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Blaine.png
|prize={{PDollar}}7080
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=HGSS
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=3}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=219
|pokemon=Magcargo
|level=54
|gender=male
|type1=Fire|type2=Rock
|ability=Flame Body
|held=White Herb
|move1=Overheat|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Sunny Day|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Status
|move3=Smog|move3type=Poison|move3cat=Special
|move4=Rock Slide|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=126
|pokemon=Magmar
|level=54
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flame Body
|held=White Herb
|move1=ThunderPunch|move1type=Electric|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Confuse Ray|move2type=Ghost|move2cat=Status
|move3=Overheat|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|level=59
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|held=White Herb
|move1=Quick Attack|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Bounce|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Overheat|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Flare Blitz|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr HGSS Blaine.png
|prize={{PDollar}}7440
|class=Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=HGSS
|location=Fighting Dojo
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=324
|pokemon=Torkoal
|gender=male
|level=54
|type1=Fire
|ability=White Smoke
|move1=Yawn|move1type=Normal|move1cat=Status
|move2=Sunny Day|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Status
|move3=Body Slam|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Overheat|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=323 m
|pokemon=Camerupt
|gender=male
|level=57
|type1=Fire|type2=Ground
|ability=Solid Rock
|move1=Eruption|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Earthquake|move2type=Ground|move2cat=Physical
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sunny Day|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|gender=male
|level=60
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Megahorn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Quick Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Overheat|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=219
|pokemon=Magcargo
|gender=male
|level=58
|type1=Fire|type2=Rock
|ability=Flame Body
|move1=Curse|move1type=???|move1cat=Status
|move2=Gyro Ball|move2type=Steel|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Overheat|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Stone Edge|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=229 m
|pokemon=Houndoom
|gender=male
|level=54
|type1=Dark|type2=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|move1=Dark Pulse|move1type=Dark|move1cat=Special
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Shadow Ball|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Special
|move4=Sucker Punch|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/4
|game=HeartGold
|ndex=467
|pokemon=Magmortar
|gender=male
|level=62
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flame Body
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Thunderbolt|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Special
|move3=Low Kick|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Blaine 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. Blaine will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Arcanine}}.

======[[Kanto Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single|
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Blaine.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Blaine
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black 2
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|gender=both
|type1=Fire
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Flash Fire
|held=Liechi Berry
|level=50
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Wild Charge|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Close Combat|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=ExtremeSpeed|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|gender=both
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=50
|held=Charti Berry
|move1=Heat Wave|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Status
|move4=Nasty Plot|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|game=Black
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|ability=Blaze
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Dragon Gem
|move1=Inferno|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Dragon Rush|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Focus Blast|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Special
|move4=Hone Claws|move4type=Dark|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=467
|pokemon=Magmortar
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flame Body
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Petaya Berry
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Focus Blast|move4type=Fighting|move4cat=Special}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=136
|pokemon=Flareon
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Salac Berry
|move1=Flame Charge|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Superpower|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Flail|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Yawn|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Run Away|ability2=Flash Fire
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Shuca Berry
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Megahorn|move2type=Bug|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Wild Charge|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Hypnosis|move4type=Psychic|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

======[[Type Expert Tournament|Type Expert]]/[[World Leaders Tournament]]======
{{Party/Single|
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=Spr B2W2 Blaine.png
|prize=1{{color2|000|Battle Point|BP}}
|class={{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer
|classlink=Pokémon Trainer
|name=Blaine
|game=B2W2
|location=Pokémon World Tournament
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|game=Black 2
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|gender=both
|type1=Fire
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Flash Fire
|held=Focus Sash
|level=50
|move1=Overheat|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Close Combat|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=ExtremeSpeed|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Bulldoze|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|gender=both
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=50
|held=Charti Berry
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Energy Ball|move2type=Grass|move2cat=Special
|move3=Psyshock|move3type=Psychic|move3cat=Special
|move4=Will-O-Wisp|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|game=Black
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|ability=Blaze
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Life Orb
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Air Slash|move2type=Flying|move2cat=Special
|move3=Focus Blast|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Special
|move4=Dragon Pulse|move4type=Dragon|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=467
|pokemon=Magmortar
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flame Body
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Choice Scarf
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Rock Slide|move4type=Rock|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=136
|pokemon=Flareon
|game=Black
|type1=Fire
|ability=Flash Fire
|level=50
|gender=both
|held=Passho Berry
|move1=Superpower|move1type=Fighting|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Overheat|move3type=Fire|move3cat=Special
|move4=Toxic|move4type=Poison|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/5
|ndex=479O
|pokemon=Rotom
|game=Black
|type1=Electric|type2=Fire
|ability=Levitate
|level=50
|held=Flame Orb
|move1=Trick|move1type=Psychic|move1cat=Status
|move2=Overheat|move2type=Fire|move2cat=Special
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric|move3cat=Special
|move4=Pain Split|move4type=Normal|move4cat=Status}}
{{Party/Footer}}

====[[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]====
=====Gym battle=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=VSBlaine PE.png
|size=90px
|prize={{PDollar}}7,680
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=PE
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=4
|style="margin:auto"}}|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=126
|pokemon=Magmar
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=47
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Low Kick|move2type=Fighting|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Confuse Ray|move3type=Ghost|move3cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=47
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Fury Attack|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Physical}}
|-
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|type1=Fire
|gender=female
|level=47
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=48
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Crunch|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====[[Rematch]]=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=VSBlaine PE.png
|size=90px
|prize={{PDollar}}13,680
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=PE
|location=Cinnabar Gym
|pokemon=5
|style="margin:auto"}}|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=126
|pokemon=Magmar
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=56
|move1=Fire Punch|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Thunder Punch|move2type=Electric|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Brick Break|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Will-O-Wisp|move4type=Fire|move4cat=Status}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=078
|pokemon=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=56
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Megahorn|move3type=Bug|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Drill Run|move4type=Ground|move4cat=Physical}}
|{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=038
|pokemon=Ninetales
|type1=Fire
|gender=female
|level=56
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Special
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Dark Pulse|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Special
|move4=Solar Beam|move4type=Grass|move4cat=Special}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=136
|pokemon=Flareon
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=56
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Quick Attack|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Superpower|move3type=Fighting|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Iron Tail|move4type=Steel|move4cat=Physical}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|game=PE
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|gender=male
|level=57
|move1=Flare Blitz|move1type=Fire|move1cat=Physical
|move2=Outrage|move2type=Dragon|move2cat=Physical
|move3=Crunch|move3type=Dark|move3cat=Physical
|move4=Play Rough|move4type=Fairy|move4cat=Physical}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the side series games==
==={{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}===
Blaine appears in {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} as the seventh Gym Leader the player faces during the [[Gym Leader Castle]] challenge. As usual for Trainers in this game, he also uses Pokémon outside his specialty type.

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Blaine.png
|prize=none

|name=Blaine
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=006MSStad
|pokemon=Charizard
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Fly|move3type=Flying
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=059MSStad
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire
|move2=Body Slam|move2type=Normal
|move3=Dragon Rage|move3type=Dragon
|move4=Dig|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=078MSStad
|pokemon=Rapidash
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Agility|move1type=Psychic
|move2=Stomp|move2type=Normal
|move3=Fire Spin|move3type=Fire
|move4=Horn Drill|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=126MSStad
|pokemon=Magmar
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Body Slam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Fire Punch|move3type=Fire
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=036MSStad
|pokemon=Clefable
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Flamethrower|move1type=Fire
|move2=Ice Beam|move2type=Ice
|move3=Thunderbolt|move3type=Electric
|move4=Thunder Wave|move4type=Electric}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=115MSStad
|pokemon=Kangaskhan
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Thunderbolt|move1type=Electric
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Surf|move3type=Water
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Blaine.png
|prize=none

|name=Blaine
|game=Stadium
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=006MSStad
|pokemon=Charizard
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Slash|move1type=Normal
|move2=Flamethrower|move2type=Fire
|move3=Fly|move3type=Flying
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=126MSStad
|pokemon=Magmar
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Body Slam|move1type=Normal
|move2=Psychic|move2type=Psychic
|move3=Fire Punch|move3type=Fire
|move4=Confuse Ray|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=078MSStad
|pokemon=Rapidash
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Fire Spin|move2type=Fire
|move3=Toxic|move3type=Poison
|move4=Horn Drill|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=113MSStad
|pokemon=Chansey
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Fire Blast|move1type=Fire
|move2=Softboiled|move2type=Normal
|move3=Minimize|move3type=Normal
|move4=Ice Beam|move4type=Ice}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=114MSStad
|pokemon=Tangela
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass
|move1=Double Team|move1type=Normal
|move2=Mega Drain|move2type=Grass
|move3=Stun Spore|move3type=Grass
|move4=Rest|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|ndex=047MSStad
|pokemon=Parasect
|level=50-100
|type1=Bug|type2=Grass
|move1=Double Team|move1type=Normal
|move2=Slash|move2type=Normal
|move3=Mega Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Stun Spore|move4type=Grass}}
{{Party/Footer}}

===[[Pokémon Stadium 2]]===
Blaine returns in {{g|Stadium 2}} as part of the Kanto Gym Leader Castle. In this game, his strategy mainly revolves around using {{m|Sunny Day}} to power up his Fire-type moves and use {{m|Solar Beam|SolarBeam}} more effectively. Notably, in Round 2, his team includes the [[Legendary birds|Legendary bird]] {{p|Moltres}}.

During the game's end credits, Blaine is seen having a battle with [[Pryce]] at the [[Mahogany Gym]].

====Pokémon====
=====Round 1=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Blaine.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=078MSStad
|pokemon=Rapidash
|gender=male
|held=King's Rock
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Agility|move3type=Psychic
|move4=Stomp|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=038MSStad
|pokemon=Ninetales
|gender=female
|held=Scope Lens
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Dig|move3type=Ground
|move4=Quick Attack|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=047MSStad
|pokemon=Parasect
|gender=male
|held=Quick Claw
|level=50-100
|type1=Bug|type2=Grass
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Giga Drain|move3type=Grass
|move4=Slash|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=136MSStad
|pokemon=Flareon
|gender=male
|held=MiracleBerry
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Take Down|move3type=Normal
|move4=Shadow Ball|move4type=Ghost}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=224MSStad
|pokemon=Octillery
|gender=female
|held=Focus Band
|level=50-100
|type1=Water
|move1=Octazooka|move1type=Water
|move2=BubbleBeam|move2type=Water
|move3=Ice Beam|move3type=Ice
|move4=Psybeam|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=219MSStad
|pokemon=Magcargo
|gender=female
|held=PRZCureBerry
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Rock
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock
|move4=Earthquake|move4type=Ground}}
{{Party/Footer}}

=====Round 2=====
{{Party/Single
|color={{fire color}}
|bordercolor={{fire color dark}}
|headcolor={{fire color light}}
|sprite=S2 Leader Blaine.png
|prize=none
|class=Gym Leader
|classlink=Gym Leader
|name=Blaine
|game=Stadium2
|location=Gym Leader Castle
|locationname=Kanto Gym Leader Castle
|pokemon=6}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=059MSStad
|pokemon=Arcanine
|gender=male
|held=King's Rock
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=ExtremeSpeed|move3type=Normal
|move4=Roar|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=122MSStad
|pokemon=Mr. Mime
|gender=male
|held=Scope Lens
|level=50-100
|type1=Psychic
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Punch|move2type=Fire
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Psychic|move4type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=113MSStad
|pokemon=Chansey
|gender=female
|held=MiracleBerry
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Counter|move4type=Fighting}}
{{Party/Div|color={{fire color}}}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=036MSStad
|pokemon=Clefable
|gender=female
|held=Focus Band
|level=50-100
|type1=Normal
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=SolarBeam|move3type=Grass
|move4=Moonlight|move4type=Normal}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=045MSStad
|pokemon=Vileplume
|gender=male
|held=Quick Claw
|level=50-100
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=SolarBeam|move2type=Grass
|move3=Synthesis|move3type=Grass
|move4=Sludge Bomb|move4type=Poison}}
|{{Pokémon/2
|ndex=146MSStad
|pokemon=Moltres
|held=BrightPowder
|level=50-100
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Sunny Day|move1type=Fire
|move2=Fire Blast|move2type=Fire
|move3=Wing Attack|move3type=Flying
|move4=Steel Wing|move4type=Steel}}
{{Party/Footer}}

==In the spin-off games==
===[[Pokémon Puzzle League]]===
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Blaine appears in [[Pokémon Puzzle League]].

===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
{{main|Blaine (Masters)}}

Blaine forms a [[sync pair]] with Ponyta in [[Pokémon Masters EX]].

==Artwork==
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===Sprites===
====In the [[core series]]====
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====In other games====
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==Quotes==
{{main|Blaine/Quotes}}

==In the anime==
===Main series===
[[File:Blaine anime.png|thumb|250px|Blaine in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
{{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} first met a disguised Blaine while they looked for the [[Cinnabar Gym]] in ''[[EP058|Riddle Me This]]''. Prior to the episode, Blaine was forced to close the Cinnabar Gym after the island became a tourist destination because of its hot springs and {{pkmn|Trainer}}s were no longer interested. He went on to open the Big Riddle Inn to cash in on the tourist trade. After {{an|Misty}} solved Blaine's riddles, Ash and his friends stayed at Blaine's hotel during their time on [[Cinnabar Island]].

Blaine alerted Ash and his friends to {{TRT}}'s attack on the [[Cinnabar Lab|Pokémon Lab]] after he received a phone call. After the group defeated the trio, Blaine, still in disguise, revealed that he operated a Gym "in a place where no firefighter could win". Solving the riddle, the group discovered Blaine's secret Gym, located inside the Cinnabar Volcano, after [[Misty's Togepi]] accidentally jumped on one of the hot spring's tap fixtures and revealed a secret entryway.
[[File:Blaine disguise anime.png|thumb|left|250px|Blaine in his disguise]]
Misty went on to solve another riddle and Blaine revealed himself to the group. Ash then challenged Blaine in a three-on-three Gym match. After Blaine's {{p|Ninetales}} defeated {{AP|Squirtle}}, Ash selected {{AP|Charizard}}, while Blaine called out his {{p|Rhydon}}. Rhydon emerged victorious after Charizard flew away from the battlefield to nap. Pikachu then defeated Rhydon after he used its horn to conduct a powerful {{m|Thunderbolt}} attack. Afterwards, Blaine selected his {{TP|Blaine|Magmar}} as his third and final Pokémon.

In ''[[EP059|Volcanic Panic]]'', Ash forfeited the battle when Pikachu nearly fell into the Gym's boiling magma. Afterwards, Team Rocket broke into the Cinnabar Gym and attempted to steal Magmar by freezing it with ice projectile guns. Though Magmar broke free, the sudden cooling of the walls in the lava cave caused the rock to crack, triggering a volcanic eruption. Blaine, Ash, and his friends were forced to use their {{t|Water}}, {{t|Rock}}, and {{type|Fire}} Pokémon to block the cracks with boulders.

During the crisis, Charizard and Magmar gained an interest in each other's strength, and wished to test it in battle. Blaine agreed to a [[rematch]] with Ash, but due to the internal damage of the volcano, it was held on top of the volcanic crater. At first, Magmar and Charizard were evenly matched, but Charizard's ability to fly eventually gave it an advantage. It lifted Magmar high into the air and used {{m|Seismic Toss}}, slamming Magmar into the volcano and knocking it out, earning Ash the victory.

====Character====
Blaine likes to make up riddles and use puns even in inappropriate situations. Even so, he is a stern opponent and takes his role as [[Gym Leader]] very seriously. He values a keen challenger and makes sure they truly earn their {{Badge|Volcano}} in {{pkmn|battle}}. He has crafted his battle strategy around his Gym's volcanic location, which suits his {{t|Fire}} Pokémon against its biggest weakness, {{t|Water}} Pokémon. The searing heat can also exhaust and overwhelm a challenger.

====Pokémon====
This listing is of Blaine's known Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Ninetales
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Ninetales.png
|epnum=EP058
|epname=Riddle Me This
|vajp=Shin-ichiro Miki
|vaen=Rachael Lillis
|desc={{p|Ninetales}} was Blaine's first Pokémon used in his {{pkmn|battle}} with {{Ash}}. Despite its beautiful looks, Ninetales proved to be an incredibly powerful Pokémon, knocking out [[Ash's Squirtle]] with a single attack. Ninetales was recalled when Ash sent out his {{AP|Charizard}}.

Ninetales's only known move is {{m|Fire Spin}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Rhydon
|type1=Ground
|type2=Rock
|img=Blaine Rhydon.png
|epnum=EP058
|epname=Riddle Me This
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc=After {{Ash}} chose {{AP|Charizard}} in his {{pkmn|battle}}, Blaine countered it by choosing {{p|Rhydon}}. Charizard refused to fight the {{type|Ground}} Pokémon, so Rhydon went up against {{AP|Pikachu}} in its place. Blaine doubted the {{type|Electric}} could defeat Rhydon, but Ash encouraged Pikachu to use Rhydon's horn as a conductor of electricity that quickly caused its defeat.

Rhydon's known moves are {{m|Horn Drill}} and {{m|Fury Attack}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Magmar
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Magmar.png
|epnum=EP058
|epname=Riddle Me This
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Eric Stuart
|vaennote=[[EP058]]-[[EP059]]
|desc={{p|Magmar}} is Blaine's final Pokémon and his powerhouse. In the first battle, Magmar easily defeated Ash's {{p|Pikachu}}. After the battlefield was wrecked because of {{TRT}}'s icy attack, Magmar and [[Ash's Charizard]] ended up gaining a respect for each other and wanted to test their strengths against one another. This was done in Ash's [[rematch]] with Blaine on top of Cinnabar's volcano. However, despite Magmar's powerful attacks including {{m|Fire Blast}}, Charizard managed to come out on top.}}

====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{fire color}}|bordercolor={{fire color light}}
|ja=上田敏也 ''Toshiya Ueda''
|en=[[Michael Haigney|Roger Kay]]
|fi=Pasi Ruohonen
|es_la=Bardo Miranda
|es_eu=Luis Mas
|no=Trond Teigen
|pl=Wojciech Majchrzak
|pt_br=Eleu Salvador}}

===Pokémon Origins===
[[File:Blaine PO.png|thumb|250px|Blaine in [[Pokémon Origins]]]]
Blaine appeared briefly in ''[[PO03|File 3: Giovanni]]''. He was seen being challenged to a [[Gym]] {{pkmn|battle}} and defeated by {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, earning the young Trainer the {{badge|Volcano}}, much to Blaine's distress.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=68%
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Arcanine PO.png
|epnum=PO03
|epname=File 3: Giovanni
|desc={{p|Arcanine}} is Blaine's only known Pokémon. It was used in his Gym battle against {{OBP|Red|Origins}}, but was defeated.

None of Arcanine's moves are known.}}

===GOTCHA!===
Blaine briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].

==In the manga==
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Erika Blaine Adventures.png|240px|thumb|Blaine in [[Pokémon Adventures]]]]
Aside from being a Gym Leader, Blaine also works as a Pokémon ecologist.

====={{chap|Red, Green & Blue}}=====
Blaine debuted in ''[[PS016|Tauros the Tyrant]]''. He was first seen discussing the creation of {{adv|Mewtwo}} with [[Team Rocket Elite Trio|Ken]] at the [[Team Rocket Hideout]]. When Blaine noted the genetic material Team Rocket acquired from {{adv|Mew}}'s cells wouldn't be enough to fully complete Mewtwo's body, Ken suggested they attempt to capture Mew to obtain more.

In ''[[PS026|Holy Moltres]]'', Red arrived on [[Cinnabar Island]], where he found several {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s attacking Blaine. With Red's help, Blaine escaped his pursuers, only for the Grunts to send a {{DL|Legendary birds (Adventures)|Moltres}} after them. Choosing to stay behind and keep Moltres busy, Blaine had his {{p|Rapidash}} take Red to his secret laboratory, where he used a machine to revive his [[Old Amber]] into a living {{p|Aerodactyl}}. With his new team member, [[Aero]], Red managed to wound Moltres, forcing the Grunts to recall it and flee.

In ''[[PS034|And Mewtwo Too?!]]'', Blaine found Red in battle with Mewtwo in front of [[Cerulean Cave]]. After rescuing him from one of Mewtwo's attacks, Blaine revealed that he managed to complete Mewtwo's body by adding some of his human cells into it. Some of Mewtwo's cells also entered Blaine's body as well, linking the two and giving Blaine the ability to track Mewtwo's whereabouts at the cost of slowly taking his life. Red used the [[Master Ball]] he borrowed from Blaine to catch Mewtwo, defeating it. Afterward, Blaine apologized for Mewtwo's violent behavior, stating it was born from only being exposed to cruelty of humans. Red suggested Blaine atone by showing Mewtwo compassion as a way of helping it change for the better.

====={{chap|Yellow}}=====
In ''[[PS047|Purrrr-sian]]'', Blaine received a call from [[Erika]], who asked that he come help her and {{adv|Yellow}} battle {{adv|Miles}}, a {{tc|Super Nerd}} that had disguised himself as Red, who had gone missing. Along with [[Brock]] and [[Misty]], Blaine traveled to [[Celadon City]], where they and Erika cornered Miles, preventing him from escaping and giving Yellow the opportunity to knock Miles unconscious. Afterward, Blaine apologized to Misty for the crimes he committed on her Pokémon during his time in Team Rocket. With his {{p|Growlithe}}, Blaine detected some of Red's scent on Miles's body and found out his last known location was on [[Mt. Moon]].

In ''[[PS064|Putting It on the Line...Against Arcanine]]'', Yellow made it to Cinnabar Island. She found {{tc|Camper}} [[Evan]] helping Blaine train together with Mewtwo. Blaine later received a call from Brock, who had gone to Mt. Moon to search for Red, only to find a broken shell of ice in the shape of Red's body. Their call was interrupted by Misty, who informed everyone that an army of the [[Elite Four]]'s Pokémon had begun attacking various cities around [[Kanto]]. Blaine revealed that after some investigating, he discovered the Elite Four's base of operations was on [[Cerise Island]]. He sent Yellow to the island first, noting that it'd be more advantageous to enter the island from different directions. Later, after arriving on the island, Blaine encountered {{adv|Blue}} as well as his former Team Rocket allies: [[Lt. Surge]], [[Koga]], and [[Sabrina]].

In ''[[PS070|Allied by Alakazam!]]'', Yellow, {{adv|Green}}, and {{adv|Bill}} arrived on the island and joined the others. The evil Gym Leaders revealed they came to defeat the Elite Four and suggested everyone work together to take down their common foe. With her [[Spoons of Destiny]], Sabrina split everyone into four groups of two that would face one Elite Four member each. Blaine and Yellow were partnered together against [[Lance]].

In ''[[PS079|Airing Out Aerodactyl]]'', Lance revealed himself to Blaine and Yellow. Hoping to measure Lance's strength, Blaine stepped up to battle him alone. With Mewtwo's {{m|Psywave}} constructs, Blaine shattered the [[Ultra Ball]]s on Lance's belt, hoping to prevent him from using his other Pokémon. Left exhausted from battling with Mewtwo for too long, Blaine passed out. His and Mewtwo's efforts were in vain, as Lance'a remaining Pokémon were already out of their [[Poké Ball]]s and ready to fight. Mewtwo tried to keep battling, but retreated back into its Ball to ensure Blaine's safety.

In ''[[PS090|The Legend]]'', after the Elite Four were defeated, Blaine returned to the Kanto mainland with Yellow and the others. He and the other good Gym Leaders worked together to repair the damages caused by the Elite Four's army.

====={{chap|Gold, Silver & Crystal}}=====
In ''[[PS154|Yikes, It's Yanma!]]'', the Kanto and [[Johto]] Gym Leaders gathered at the [[Indigo Plateau]]. They took part in an exhibition tournament for the Pokémon League's opening ceremonies. Blaine was paired up against [[Clair]] in the seventh round.

In ''[[PS161|Entranced by Entei]]'', Blaine was approached by {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Entei}}, who had been searching for someone to command it in battle. Blaine agreed on the condition that Entei used its special flames on him. With its Flames of Life, Entei burned the Mewtwo cells in Blaine's body away, curing him of his life-threatening disease. Sensing their connection was severed, Mewtwo left Cinnabar and flew off to parts unknown. Blaine's match with Clair was postponed while he recovered from the effects of Entei's healing.

In ''[[PS165|Lugia and Ho-Oh on the Loose (Part 1)]]'', the [[Masked Man]] launched an attack on the Pokémon League. The Gym Leaders all teamed up to battle the Masked Man's army of Grunts. The battle led everyone onboard the [[Magnet Train]], which was a diversion to transport the Gym Leaders away from the stadium. Clair realized the Grunts were under mind control and blamed Blaine, noting his frequent absences as evidence. She used the opportunity to have her exhibition match with Blaine. Clair tried interrogating Blaine on the whereabouts of Lance, who went missing after the battle on Cerise Island. With Entei's power, Blaine easily fended off Clair's attacks and defeated her. He then reassured Clair, stating his belief that Lance is still alive somewhere.

In ''[[PS169|The Last Battle III]]'', Blaine, Misty, and Lt. Surge teamed up to confront the Masked Man. By combining Entei, {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Suicune}}, and {{DL|Legendary beasts (Adventures)|Raikou}}'s strength, they overpowered the Masked Man's {{DL|Tower duo (Adventures)|Ho-Oh}} and {{DL|Tower duo (Adventures)|Lugia}} before having Suicune trap the man himself between its Crystal Wall. Revealing his body to be fake, the Masked Man broke free and knocked Suicune unconscious, leaving Misty stuck inside the Crystal Wall. Misty was later freed by [[Eusine]], but she, Blaine, and Lt. Surge were left too injured to continue battling, forcing the Suicune, Entei, and Raikou to chase after the Masked Man.

In ''[[PS180|The Last Battle XIV]]'', after the Masked Man's defeat, Blaine resumed his duties as Gym Leader. As Blaine won his battle with Clair, the Kanto Gym Leaders were declared the victors of the exhibition tournament.

====={{chap|FireRed & LeafGreen}}=====
[[File: Blaine XY chapter.png|150px|thumb|Blaine in the twelfth chapter]]
In ''[[PS295|Double Down Deoxys]]'', Blaine was visited by Evan and Miles. He noted the scars created from his separation from Mewtwo have begun aching. Blaine speculated it was due to Mewtwo sensing that Mew may be returning to Kanto.

====={{chap|X & Y}}=====
In [[PS582]], Blaine was revealed to have gone to the [[Kalos]] region, where he studied under and received a [[Key Stone]] from [[Gurkinn]]. He later reunited with and re-caught Mewtwo at the [[Pokémon Village]]. One day, while getting food in a nearby town, Blaine was sent flying by the [[ultimate weapon]]'s blast. The [[Battle Chatelaine]] sisters found Blaine's unconscious body and took him to the [[Battle Maison]] to recover from his injuries. After some time passed, Blaine left for the Pokémon Village, which had been infiltrated by [[Team Flare]].

In [[PS590]], Blaine arrived at the village, where he helped Mewtwo battle [[Lysandre]] by [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolving]] it. Blaine and Mewtwo's bond gave Mewtwo the unique ability to Mega Evolve more than once per battle, allowing it to switch between its X and Y forms when needed. This bond also meant Mewtwo received any damage dealt to Blaine, a weakness Lysandre exploited by having {{adv|Zygarde}} attack the surrounding area with {{m|Land's Wrath}}. With Key Stones borrowed from his allies, {{adv|X}} simultaneously Mega Evolved his five capable Pokémon and used them against Zygarde. Lysandre retaliated with his own Pokémon, only for them to be taken out by Mewtwo and Blue's {{TP|Blue|Charizard}}. After Lysandre was defeated, Blaine checked the man's wounds, confirming he was still alive but suffered heavy damage to his spinal area

In [[PS594]], Blaine and Blue talked to [[Professor Sycamore]] about the final battle with Team Flare. They noted being watched by a small green creature that appeared after Zygarde's defeat. Sycamore dubbed the creature a Zygarde Cell and noted similar creatures being seen in the [[Alola]] region and sent his assistants, [[Sina]] and [[Dexio]], to investigate.

====Character====
Although Blaine is serious for most situations, he also had his comical moments. Blaine had his mustache burnt when he was training and had to use fake ones. Sometimes, he may also use riddles to lighten up the dark atmosphere.

====Pokémon====
This listing is for Blaine's Pokémon in the Pokémon Adventures manga.
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Rapidash
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Rapidash Adventures.png
|epnum=PS026
|epname=Holy Moltres
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} is Blaine's mode of transportation. He first used it to battle the {{p|Moltres}} that Team Rocket had captured with little success, and had it help Red reach his laboratory, where an {{p|Aerodactyl}} could be resurrected from the [[Old Amber]] he had acquired earlier.

Rapidash's known moves are {{m|Fire Spin}} and {{m|Tackle}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Arcanine Adventures.png
|epnum=PS026
|epname=Holy Moltres
|desc={{p|Arcanine}} was first seen along with Rapidash battling with Team Rocket. Nothing was known about it at the time as it only made a brief appearance.

None of Arcanine's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=Mewtwo (Adventures)
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Mewtwo ↔ Mega Mewtwo X/Y
|type1=Psychic
|img=Blaine and Mewtwo.png
|img size=120px
|cap=Blaine's Mewtwo
|img2=Mega Mewtwo {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Y|1=X}} Adventures.png
|cap2=Mewtwo as a Mega Mewtwo {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 2}}|0=Y|1=X}}
|epnum=PS016
|epname=Tauros the Tyrant
|desc={{p|Mewtwo}} was created by Blaine in a Team Rocket hideout using a small sample of {{p|Mew}}'s DNA and Blaine's own. After it was fully cultivated in the [[Team Rocket Hideout|Rocket Hideout]], it went berserk and demolished the place before settling in the [[Cerulean Cave]] (where it wreaked havoc in the northwestern sector of [[Cerulean City]]). Eventually, Red caught word of it and reached the cave out of curiosity before nearly being killed in its {{m|Psywave|psychic tornado}}. Blaine made a valiant attempt to kill it at all costs, knowing that if he, the only one with the ability to function as a "Mewtwo Radar" was defeated, the world could come to an end. Although this succeeded in eliminating its tornado, the mutant itself still survived, only to be caught with a Master Ball that was thrown by Red in an ingenious maneuver. Mewtwo then went on to be a trained Pokémon belonging to Blaine and fought against [[Lance]] in the {{chap|Yellow}}, though Blaine's failing health held it back from winning. After it was released a year later, it partnered up with Red much later on to free {{adv|Deoxys}} from {{adv|Giovanni}}'s hands. In the {{chap|X & Y}}, Blaine was revealed to have reunited with and re-caught Mewtwo.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Growlithe
|gender=male
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Growlithe Adventures.png
|epnum=PS049
|epname=As Gastly as Before
|desc={{p|Growlithe}} is Blaine's Pokémon that was usually seen in searches. He first used him to find the cloth of Super Nerd {{adv|Miles}} after he got possessed by a {{p|Gastly}}.

Growlithe's known moves are {{m|Fire Blast}}, {{m|Roar}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}, and {{m|Ember}}{{tt|*|revealed on an official site only}}, and his Ability is {{a|Flash Fire}}.}}

=====Released=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Entei
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Entei Adventures.png
|img size=120px
|epnum=PS117
|epname=Slugging It Out with Slugma
|desc={{main|Legendary beasts (Adventures)#Entei|Entei (Adventures)}}

Blaine was chosen by {{p|Entei}} to be partnered up for his extensive knowledge of the {{type|Fire}}. In return, it offered its help in erasing the painful genetic connection between him and Mewtwo, allowing it to finally be freed. After Blaine, [[Misty]], and [[Lt. Surge]] had been injured fighting the [[Masked Man]] in [[Indigo Plateau]], it was partnered up with {{adv|Silver}} instead, and went back to the wild after the villain was defeated.}}

===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
[[File:Blaine PM.png|thumb|150px|Blaine in Pokémon Pocket Monsters]]
{{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}} meet Blaine in ''[[PM024|Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!]]'' while entering a building similar to a Chinese food restaurant. Inside the building, Blaine challenges Red to a Pokémon Quiz. As Red got the quiz wrong, Blaine ends up penalizing him and sends out his Pokémon for each question answered incorrectly. Blaine reappears in ''[[PM054|The Pokémon Banana League (Part 1)]]'' where he lends Red a {{p|Meowth}}.

====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=80
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Voltorb (multiple)
|type1=Electric
|img=Blaine Voltorb PM.png
|cap=Blaine's Voltorb
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine has many {{p|Voltorb}} that were used as a generator when Red entered the building.

None of Voltorb's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|width=80
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Primeape
|type1=Fighting
|img=Blaine Primeape PM.png
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine sent out his {{p|Primeape}} when Red got an answer to Blaine's first question wrong.

None of Primeape's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Golem
|type1=Rock
|type2=Ground
|img=Blaine Golem PM.png
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine sent out {{p|Golem}} when Clefairy got an answer to Blaine's second question wrong.

None of Golem's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Magmar Rapidash PM.png
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine sent out {{p|Rapidash}} when Clefairy got the answer to the quiz wrong.

None of Rapidash's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Magmar
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Magmar Rapidash PM.png
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc={{p|Magmar}} is Blaine's main Pokémon and his strongest. He sent it out when Clefairy got the answer to the quiz wrong.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Arcanine PM.png
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine sent out {{p|Arcanine}} when Clefairy got the answer to the quiz wrong.

Arcanine's only known move is {{m|Leer}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Clefairy (multiple)
|type1=Normal
|img=Blaine Clefairy PM.png
|cap=Blaine's Clefairy
|epnum=PM024
|epname=Fierce Competition at the Pokémon Quiz Battle!!
|desc=Blaine has many {{p|Clefairy}} which were sent out when Red's Clefairy got the answer to the final question of the quiz wrong.

None of Clefairy's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Meowth
|type1=Normal
|img=Blaine Meowth PM.png
|epnum=PM054
|epname=The Pokémon Banana League (Part 1)
|desc=Blaine lent his {{p|Meowth}} to Red in ''[[PM054|The Pokémon Banana League (Part 1)]]''. It is assumed that he gave back Meowth to Blaine.

None of Meowth's moves are known.}}

===Pokémon Zensho===
[[File:Blaine Zensho.png|thumb|200px|Blaine in Pokémon Zensho]]
Blaine appeared in ''[[PZ08|Cinnabar Island]]''. He tells Satoshi about his Gym on Cinnabar. Satoshi meets up with him and they have a battle. Blaine uses Arcanine and Satoshi uses Charmeleon which results in Satoshi winning the battle. As a result, his Charmeleon starts to evolve into a Charizard. Blaine explains that he was in Seafoam Islands and his Fire Pokémon were hurt. While he was there, he remembers seeing Articuno fly away. Blaine uses his Charizard to capture the Articuno that has been flying around the island.

====Pokémon====
=====On hand=====
{{TrainerPoké
|width=74
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Rapidash
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Rapidash Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} was shown in the Cinnabar Gym when Satoshi enters it.

None of Rapidash's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Ninetales
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Ninetales Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{p|Ninetales}} was shown in the Cinnabar Gym when Satoshi enters it.

None of Ninetales's moves are known.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|main=yes
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Magmar
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Magmar Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{p|Magmar}} was shown in the Cinnabar Gym when Satoshi enters it.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Arcanine
|type1=Fire
|img=Blaine Arcanine Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{p|Arcanine}} is Blaine's battling Pokémon. It went up against {{Zensho|Satoshi's Charmeleon}} and lost.

Arcanine's only known move is {{m|Fire Spin}}{{tt|*|Arcanine could not legally learn Fire Spin at the time}}.}}

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Articuno
|type1=Ice
|type2=Flying
|img=Blaine Articuno Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{p|Articuno}} is a Legendary Pokémon that flew by to Cinnabar. After Satoshi's Gym battle with Blaine, Blaine decides that he wants to capture it so he has Satoshi help him out. It was a tough fight between Satoshi and Articuno as it was able to freeze his Pikachu but it was taken out by {{p|Jigglypuff}}'s {{m|Sing}}, allowing for Blaine to catch it.

Articuno's only known move is {{m|Blizzard}}.}}

=====Borrowed=====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Charizard
|type1=Fire
|type2=Flying
|img=Blaine Charizard Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ08
|epname=Cinnabar Island
|desc={{main|Satoshi's Charizard (Zensho)}}

Following the evolution of Satoshi's Charmeleon into Charizard, Blaine borrowed it in an attempt to capture Articuno.}}

===Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure===
[[File:Kanto Gym Leaders JBA.png|thumb|200px|Blaine in Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure]]
Blaine appeared as a silhouette in [[JBA5]] alongside his {{p|Rapidash}} and the other Kanto Gym Leaders.

====Pokémon====
This is a listing of Blaine's known Pokémon in the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jō's Big Adventure manga:

{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Blaine
|pkmn=Rapidash
|width=74
|type1=Fire
|epnum=JBA5
|desc={{p|Rapidash}} is Blaine's only known Pokémon. It only appeared as a silhouette.}}
{{-}}

==In the TCG==
Blaine has an {{TCG|Blaine|eponymous}} {{TCG|Theme Deck}} in the {{TCG|Gym Challenge}} expansion. Its {{TCG|Guren Town Gym|Japanese counterpart}} is based on the Cinnabar Gym.

===Artwork===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color}}; font-size:80%;"
|-
|rowspan=3 style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:GurenTownGymDeck.jpg|130px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:BlaineTCG1.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Blaines-Last-Resort.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Blaines-Gamble.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Blaine-Fervor.jpg|150px]]
|-
| Blaine and the Volcano Badge
| Blaine throwing a {{color2|000|Poké Ball (item)|Poké Ball}}
| Blaine gambles
| Blaine in an outrage
|-
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Blaines-Quiz2.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|5px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Blaine-Quiz3.jpg|150px]]
|style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{tcg fire color dark}}; background: #{{tcg fire color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:BlaineVS.png|150px]]
|-
| Artwork from the {{color2|000|Guren Town Gym (TCG)|Guren Town Gym}} {{color2|000|Theme Deck (TCG)|Theme Deck}}
| Blaine quizzes a challenger
| Blaine quizzes {{color2|000|Brock}}
| Blaine's updated {{color2|000|Pokémon VS (TCG)|VS}} art
|}

===Cards===
This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Blaine or his Pokémon in the [[Pokémon Trading Card Game]].

{{cardlist/header|Blaine's Pokémon|Fire|char=yes}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Moltres|1}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=1/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Growlithe|35}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=35/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym|jpset2=Unnumbered Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Kangaskhan|36}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=36/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Magmar|37}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=37/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Charmander|61}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=61/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Growlithe|62}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=62/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Ponyta|63}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=63/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Tauros|64}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=64/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Vulpix|65}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=65/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Arcanine|1}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=1/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Charizard|2}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=2/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare Holo}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Ninetales|21}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare|ennum=21/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Charmeleon|31}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=31/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Dodrio|32}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=32/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Rapidash|33}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=33/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Charmander|60}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=60/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Doduo|61}}|type=Colorless|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=61/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Growlithe|62}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=62/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Mankey|63}}|type=Fighting|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=63/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Ponyta|64}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=64/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Rhyhorn|65}}|type=Fighting|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=65/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine's Vulpix|66}}|type=Fire|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=66/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Blaine's Typhlosion|70}}|type=Fire|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=070/141}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|VS|Blaine's Magcargo|71}}|type=Fire|jpset=Pokémon VS|jprarity=Common|jpnum=071/141}}
{{cardlist/div|Other related cards|Fire}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Blaine's Quiz 1 (Gym Heroes 97)|Blaine's Quiz #1]]|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Rare|ennum=97/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Last Resort|105}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=105/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Heroes|Blaine's Gamble|121}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Heroes|enrarity=Common|ennum=121/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Blaine|17}}|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=17/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym|enset2=Gym Challenge|enrarity2=Rare|ennum2=100/132|jpsetlink2=Gym Challenge|jpset2=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity2=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Blaine's Quiz 2 (Gym Challenge 111)|Blaine's Quiz #2]]|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=111/132|jpset=Guren Town Gym|jprarity=Rare}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname=[[Blaine's Quiz 3 (Gym Challenge 112)|Blaine's Quiz #3]]|type=Trainer|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=112/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Cinnabar City Gym|113}}|type=Trainer|type2=Stadium|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=113/132|jpsetlink=Gym Challenge|jpset=Challenge from the Darkness|jprarity=Uncommon}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|XY Promo|Gym Badge|203}}|expanded=yes|type=Item|enset=XY Black Star Promos|ennum=XY209|jpset=XY-P Promotional cards}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Dragon Majesty|Blaine's Last Stand|58}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Dragon Majesty|enrarity=Rare Holo|ennum=58/70|jpset=Dragon Storm|jprarity=R|jpnum=048/053|enset2=Dragon Majesty|enrarity2=Rare Ultra|ennum2=69/70|jpset2=Dragon Storm|jprarity2=SR|jpnum2=058/053|enset3=Hidden Fates|enrarity3=Rare|ennum3=52/68}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Unified Minds|Blaine's Quiz Show|186}}|type=Supporter|standard=yes|enset=Unified Minds|enrarity=Uncommon|ennum=186/236|jpset=SM-P Promotional cards|jpnum=318/SM-P}}
{{cardlist/footer|Fire}}

==Trivia==
* Although {{p|Magmar}} appears as Blaine's signature Pokémon in the {{pkmn|anime}}, he only has one in [[Generation II|Generations II]], {{gen|IV}}, and {{gen|VII}}, with it not even appearing in his [[Gym]] [[Party|team]] in {{game|Yellow}}. This is due to Yellow already being in late development by the time of Blaine's anime debut.
* In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, he is one of two [[Gym Leader]]s who in the [[rematch]]es does not have any items on any of their Pokémon (the other being [[Jasmine]]).
* In {{2v2|Red|Blue}}, a rare glitch can occur, where he will use a [[Super Potion]] on Pokémon he just sent out despite them being at full health.
* Despite the {{p|Arcanine}} evolutionary line being his signature Pokémon in [[Generation I|Generations I]] and {{gen|III}}, Arcanine is no longer in his party in Generation II and its remakes.
* Even when the {{player}} battles Blaine in a rematch, he still references his "Cave Gym" as if the {{pkmn|battle}}'s taking place there.
* Blaine is the only Gym Leader to have a Gym in two different locations.
* In Generation III, most Kanto Gym Leaders who share a specialty type with a Hoenn Gym Leader give out the same prize TM as the Hoenn counterpart. Blaine is the exception, rewarding {{TM|38|Fire Blast}} instead of {{TM|50|Overheat}}, as [[Flannery]] does. He does reward TM50 in Generation IV, however.

===Design differences===
[[File:Blaine disguise anime.png|thumb|200px|Blaine's anime disguise]]
Blaine has two separate character designs. The first one is from early Sugimori artwork for [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions]]. He is depicted as a bald man with light red hair to the back and side of his head, with no mustache and no sunglasses wearing beach clothes. The old design was reused in the {{pkmn|anime}} (as Blaine's real look) and very briefly in the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga (as a disguise after his mustache was burned).

Later, in [[Pokémon Blue Version (Japanese)|Pokémon Blue]] and outside-Japan [[Pokémon Red and Blue Versions]] the artwork was revised and he started to be depicted as an older man with a mustache, and no hair on his scalp, wearing sunglasses and lab coat. Despite the artwork changes, his new design was used in ''all'' Generation I main series games, including the [[Pokémon Red and Green Versions]]. This means that Blaine's design was probably changed very late in the production of Red and Green, since his official artwork and his in-game sprite are completely different portrayals. However, his Red and Green overworld sprite still shows him without glasses, while later in the {{pkmn|Yellow Version}}, his glasses are clearly visible.

The reasons for changing the design is unknown; however, the [[Fame Checker]] in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}} explains why he doesn't always wear sunglasses: "Blaine is said to remove his dark shades only when he is thinking up new quiz questions."

In {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, Blaine is shown wearing a hat. He wears more sophisticated clothing than his previous lab coat. He also sports a cane that resembles a question mark.

==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="float: left; background: #{{fire color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{fire color}}"
|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| カツラ ''Katsura''
| From 桂 ''katsura'' ({{wp|Cercidiphyllum japonicum|katsura tree}}), 鬘 ''katsura'' (wig), and 火 ''ka'' (fire)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English, Spanish, Italian, Brazilian Portuguese
| Blaine
| From ''blaze'' and ''flame''
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Pyro
| From πῦρ ''pûr'' (Ancient Greek for fire)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| Auguste
| From ''ustio'' (Latin for burning)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|rowspan="2"| Korean
| 강연 ''Gang-yeon''{{tt|*|Games}}
| From 강연 (講演) ''gang-yeon'' (lecture) and 연 (燃) ''yeon'' (burn)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 대머리박사 ''Daemeori-Baksa''{{tt|*|Adventures}}
| From 대머리 ''daemeori'' (bald) and 박사 (博士) ''baksa'' (doctor)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| rowspan="2"| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 夏伯 ''Xiàbó''{{tt|*|Games, anime, Adventures}}
| From 夏 ''xià'' (summer) and 伯 ''bó'' (uncle, respectful term for someone older)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| 假髮 ''Jiǎfǎ''{{tt|*|Pokémon Pocket Monster & Zensho (Ching Win Publishing))}} 胜伯 ''Shèngbó''{{tt|*|Omnibus Anime Manual (Jilin Publishing)}}
| From 假髮 ''jiǎfǎ'' (wig) From the Japanese 勝 ''katsu'' (victory) and 伯 ''bó'' (uncle, a respectful term for someone older)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 夏伯 ''Hahbaak''
| From 夏 ''hah'' (summer) and 伯 ''baak'' (uncle, respectful term for someone older)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Thai
| คาสึระ ''Khasuera''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Vietnamese
| Katsura
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
{{-}}

==References==
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==Related articles==
{{Gym Leaders of Kanto}} 
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[[Category:HeartGold and SoulSilver characters]]
[[Category:Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! characters]]
[[Category:Black 2 and White 2 characters]]
[[Category:Fire-type Trainers]]
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[[Category:Manga characters]]
[[Category:Members of Team Rocket]]
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[[Category:Stadium 2 characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Origins characters]]
[[Category:Scientists]]
[[Category:Trainers with Key Stones]]
[[Category:Trainers with Legendary Pokémon]]
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== Signing ==
Please remember to always sign your comments. You can sign your comments with 4 tildes (~) or clicking the signature stamp ([[File:Signature button.png]]) on the top of the edit box. It should also be noted that once your comment has been marked as unsigned, you cannot replace it with your signature as it will give off the wrong time stamp. Thank you for taking your time to read this message, have a good day. {{unsigned|Force Fire}}
:Again, please sign your comments with four tildes or by clicking the signature button above the edit box. Thank you. {{unsigned|Force Fire}}

== Sources ==

Please provide a link or an image to your source, don't just say it. Show, don't tell.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:42, 26 August 2015 (UTC)

Not easy as the info came by PM from GummiYummy who is in email contact with her --[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:04, 26 August 2015 (UTC)
:Then ask him for photo evidence. Don't just believe everything he says.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:41, 26 August 2015 (UTC)

== Unsigned ==

Please don't re-sign and unsigned signature, it will give off the wrong timestamp. Manually typing in the correst timestamp won't do either. So if you're comment has been marked as unsigned, just leave it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:25, 14 December 2015 (UTC)

My apologies, I am trying to help out here so sorry for any errors --[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:31, 14 December 2015 (UTC)

== M18 Cast ==
Did you get permission from Force Fire to post it? [[User:Technickal|Technickal]] ([[User talk:Technickal|talk]]) 17:21, 26 December 2015 (UTC)

Not too sure there Technickal sir, sent him an email the other but unsure, do you have a user account on the forum, perhaps I can PM you it with the cast list--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:59, 26 December 2015 (UTC)
:I did get an email, you said the screencap was too big. So I sent you another emailing saying to split the screencap in two if it's too big. Haven't gotten your response yet.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 03:46, 27 December 2015 (UTC)

Don't seem to have received any email from you but then again, i'm not sure how, I should explain I have aspergers syndrome so might not understand things as easily as you but sent you an email with 3 screenshots of the email I got from Theresa, the first having her email address visible--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:28, 27 December 2015 (UTC)
:You didn't get my email? strange. Anyways, the screenshots are better, you may add the information.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:50, 27 December 2015 (UTC)

== VA sources ==

Once more, if you are adding English voice actors, you must attest a source, ''always''. Please try not to forget. Thank you. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 15:14, 2 June 2016 (UTC)

== English actor suggestion ==

If you find the English actor of Sliggoo and Heliolisk, let me know which website to go.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 17:32, 16 August 2016 (UTC)

==Userspace limits==
Hello. I have noticed that you have been editing the <code>User:</code> namespace a lot recently, and have made a total of 4+ userspace edits today. Please do not edit the userspace any more, as the {{bp|userspace policy}} limits the amount you can edit your userpage: No more than three edits per day (by {{wp|UTC}}), and you must contribute to the {{bp|mainspace}} more than you edit your user page(s). This policy was instated to promote people helping out in the mainspace, and also to control strain on our servers. Bulbapedia is an encyclopedia, after all, so help us out by contributing to some articles before coming back to your personal page(s). The more often you edit in the mainspace, the more you will be allowed to edit your user page(s). Thank you. --[[User:Berrenta|Berrenta]] ([[User talk:Berrenta|talk]]) 20:14, 20 August 2016 (UTC)

== Succeed ==

Thanks for finding the English actor for Sliggoo and Goodra. I knew it was Tom Wayland, but nobody didn't believe. And I was having trouble finding a source and contacting him.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 12:56, 11 September 2016 (UTC)
:You're welcome, I had a feeling it was Tom Wayland as well but thought I would wait until Goodra's return before enquiring with Lisa Ortiz--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:06, 11 September 2016 (UTC)

== Subpages ==

Hello! I noticed you have a list of voice actors in your user page, and while this is not at all a problem, I thought I'd inform you that you can create subpages of your user page for things like this--e.g., [[User:BigDocFan/List of VAs]] would be a good place to put a list of voice actors, if you'd prefer not to clutter up your userpage. User subpages, if intended to be put in the mainspace, are also ''candidates'' for exemption from the userspace edit limit (though they are only candidates, and you have to get permission from an editorial board member, I believe, for exemption). Just thought I'd let you know in case you didn't! --[[User:Xolroc|Felthry]] (F.K.A. Xolroc) ([[User talk:Xolroc|talk]]) 18:34, 18 January 2017 (UTC)
:I didn't know how to create subpages, thank you so much, I would hate to get in trouble with admin--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:35, 18 January 2017 (UTC)
::Hey, that's fine. You're not in any trouble now--just remember those subpages count towards your three-edit limit too unless you talk to an editorial board member and get an exemption! --[[User:Xolroc|Felthry]] (F.K.A. Xolroc) ([[User talk:Xolroc|talk]]) 18:54, 18 January 2017 (UTC)

== Link templates ==

I've seen you using link templates before, so I think you already know what they are. I just wanted to remind you to make use of them when appropriate (<code><nowiki>{{p|Dragonite}}</nowiki></code> instead of <code><nowiki>[[Dragonite]]</nowiki></code>), and to let you know about templates that you might not be aware of: {{template|Ash}} for linking directly to [[Ash Ketchum]], {{template|MTR}} for linking directly to [[Meowth (Team Rocket)]] (no TR template needed!), and {{template|an}} for linking to character pages with the (anime) suffix. Thanks!--[[User:Cold|Cold]] ([[User talk:Cold|talk]]) 15:45, 3 March 2017 (UTC)
:Guess there are some areas that I am still learning.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 17:02, 3 March 2017 (UTC)
::Attention. This a [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Kiawe%27s_Turtonator&action=historysubmit&type=revision&diff=2661584&oldid=2660562 another reminder] to use link templates when appropriate. [[User:Ataro|Ataro]] ([[User talk:Ataro|talk]]) 21:53, 30 June 2017 (UTC)

== Re:Cleanup ==

For example, you don't use commas when they would be needed, you tend to make quite a lot of grammatical errors, and overall, the synopsis you write tend to be in pretty rough English. You should ALWAYS use the preview button to make sure you don't do any mistakes you could avoid. For example, earlier today you wrote that Gladion kept his Umbreon inside an Ultra Ball, even thought its ''Lycanroc'' seen coming out of the ball. Also, your edit at {{m|Continental Crush}} felt rushed and incomplete. Don't start making edits you know you can't do properly or fully. PS. I may be rambling a bit here, the quality of your edits has just gotten on my nerves multiple times. But I guess you're still just learning. Let's hope you'll get better as time goes on. Hopefully... --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 13:15, 18 May 2017 (UTC)
:I do apologize about my not so good edits, when it comes to new episodes, I start from looking at pics posted on Serebii which don't always tell a clear story, doesn't help that I have aspergers when it comes to grammar--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:17, 18 May 2017 (UTC)
::I'm an Asperger too, but I've learned to do my edits more carefully and properly. I once did so many edits to same pages in a short time that I was on a forced preview for several years. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:18, 18 May 2017 (UTC)

== Characters ==

Please don't create pages of characters that have not debuted yet, even if you aren't around to create them. That is not a good enough reason. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 08:03, 25 May 2017 (UTC)

== Notability requirements ==

Please familiarize yourself with the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime#Notability requirements|notability requirements]]. A Pokémon needs to do more than just appear twice to be noted, it must have some sort of impact on the plot. The Garden Pokémon had no impact on the plot, they just appeared. Thank you.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 00:07, 17 June 2017 (UTC)

== Who voiced Chesnaught in M19? ==

Hi BigDoc, I was making a list of characters/actors for [[M19]] and I noticed that you put both [[Suzy Myers]] and [[Billy Bob Thompson]] as {{p|Chesnaught}}. Did they both voice Chesnaught, or was this a mistake?
:Probably a mistake but strangely the cast list for Suzy Myers and Billy Bob Thompson both have Chesnaught, I'm '''''guessing''''' Suzy Myers as she voices Chespin.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:42, 18 July 2017 (UTC)

== Episode airing times ==

I noticed that you unmasked the major events that happened in SM035 before the episode finished airing. As a general rules, things that happen during the initial airings don't get changed until after the whole episode has finished. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 16:49, 27 July 2017 (UTC)
:I apologize, having watched an episode air live on youtube I didn't realize so jumped the gun.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:51, 27 July 2017 (UTC)

== Stolen content ==

You have previously been warned on the Bulbagarden Archives about stealing images from other fan sites, but do note that Bulbapedia does '''not''' tolerate the stealing of content from other fan sites in '''any form''', including but '''not limited to''' images and plot summaries. Copying information from other fan sites is called {{wp|plagiarism}}. Taking another fan site's plot summary is considered plagiarism. Taking another fan site's plot summary and switching up a few words here and there is ''still'' considered plagiarism. If you want to write up a plot summary, it must be done from scratch and in your own words. Just like we don't want other fan sites to steal our content, we don't want our users to be stealing other fan sites' content. Please be aware and respectful of our policies so that a similar case does not arise. Thank you. --[[User:Carmenstar97|Carmen★]] ''[[User talk:Carmenstar97|(Talk |]] [[Special:Contributions/Carmenstar97|contribs)]]'' 16:12, 8 August 2017 (UTC)
:Noted and taken as a final warning, last thing I want is to be blocked from a brilliant wiki like Bulbapedia.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:14, 8 August 2017 (UTC)

== Please ==
Could you please refrain from making edits that relate to an episode before it finishes. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 10:34, 10 August 2017 (UTC)
:Need to try and contain my excitement, able to watch episodes as they air live on youtube and am keen to contribute more, I'll be more careful in future.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:28, 10 August 2017 (UTC)
::That's alright, I did something similarly with SM033, where I forgot about the rule. I was so happy that Lana's Popplio finally got a new move. I guess quite a few of us need to contain our excitement. Also, when you add moves in the future, could you also add the description, otherwise it seems kind of lacklustre, you know what I mean? [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 16:35, 10 August 2017 (UTC)
:::Think I leave the new moves to the experts, providing descriptions without directly copying and pasting from others isn't easy.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:39, 10 August 2017 (UTC)

== Request ==
Can you read what I sent you on Serebii Forums? http://www.serebiiforums.com/private.php It's a private message. [[User:Raichu65|Raichu65]] ([[User talk:Raichu65|talk]]) 14:18, 11 August 2017 (UTC)

== Type: Null ==

Maybe you didn't notice but I've had a page for [[User:Rahl/Gladion's Type: Null|Gladion's Type: Null]] in the works for months now.--[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 13:17, 12 August 2017 (UTC)
:For some reason when I do a check, it doesn't show--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 17:32, 12 August 2017 (UTC)
::I've had that problem as well. I'm not sure why results aren't showing up.--[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 18:15, 12 August 2017 (UTC)
:::It's an unintentional consequence of Bulbagarden's transfer to https. According to [[Talk:Main Page#What links here]], the staff are aware and working on getting it fixed. [[User:Pumpkinking0192|Pumpkinking0192]] ([[User talk:Pumpkinking0192|talk]]) 18:45, 12 August 2017 (UTC)

== Hey ==

We also don't create character pages in advance for characters of the day, even if it's on a user page. Just create it after SM040 airs. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:18, 23 August 2017 (UTC)
:My bad, might as well keep for now and move it when it does air now I've created it.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:19, 23 August 2017 (UTC)
::User pages are usually create by people who wish for them to be main spaced or who think they are important enough to get a page under a user, so creating one for a character who we know nothing about or if the character will appear again is kind of weird. Do you get what I mean? [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:24, 23 August 2017 (UTC)
:::I do so will remember for future reference--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:25, 23 August 2017 (UTC)

== Character pages ==

Hey. Please don't create pages for anime characters unless you have some info to add. [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Dana_(SM041) This] is really too barebones. Redlinks aren't necessarily a bad thing. It's better to have a redlink than a page that contains almost nothing. ☼ Blazing[[User talk:Blazingfist|Fist ☼]] 12:50, 8 September 2017 (UTC)

== Episode Plots ==

The plot you wrote are awesome. Sometimes however, the sentence you wrote are too long and difficult to read. Just like when you read, too long of a sentence takes the breath out of you. "When", "As", "Because" are some phrases you often use to join these sentences but making them too long. If I make sense. XD

An example would be "Inside the school grounds, Ash asks Rotom what kind of Pokémon live on Akala Island but as Rotom does a search, he is hit by a Tauros which sends him flying as Charizard lands in front of Tauros to stop him as its trainer and Kiawe arrive with Kiawe telling Charizard to keep holding on as his classmates look on as Ash lands on the ground."

You can instead write it as "Inside the school grounds, Ash asks Rotom what kind of Pokémon live on Akala Island (period) As Rotom does a search, he is hit by a Tauros which sends him flying (period) As Charizard lands in front of Tauros to stop him, its Trainer and Kiawe arrive (period) Kiawe tells Charizard to keep holding on as his classmates look on as Ash lands on the ground (period)"

This is so much more comfortable to read. Haha, you can what I mean? — '''[[User:Ruixiang95|Ruixiang]][[User talk:Ruixiang95|95]]''' 11:29, 19 September 2017 (UTC)
:And here was me worrying that the sentences I was right were too short. Noted for future reference.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 14:19, 19 September 2017 (UTC)
:Agreed. The sentences are overly long and can benefit from being split off into multiple sentences. Also, I think I might've seen some grammatical errors along the way, but I cannot recall any specific examples. Whatever the case, I gave up trying to improve the plot of [[SM030]] and tagged it, along with other episodes' plot sections you had a significant amount of contributions to, with a cleanup template. Hopefully you and/or other users can resume where I left off. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 03:49, 20 September 2017 (UTC)

== A Theory on Clemont's Heliolisk's voice ==

Hey BigDoc, I have something I want to share with you, and It's about Clemont's Heliolisk. We now it was voiced by Ryan William Downey, but I think it previous might have been voiced by Tom Wayland. On your page for him, it mentions Ryan joined the series during season 18, which makes sense as all his characters appeared in season 18 or after that, EXCEPT Clemont's Heliolisk (who first appeared in season 17). And if it was someone else, there would be no reason to recast them (the only other actor who left in season 18 was [[Jennifer Forziati-DaCosta]]). [[User:Super10ZX|Super10ZX]] ([[User talk:Super10ZX|talk]]) 17:26, 7 October 2017 (UTC)
:As far as I can tell, [[S18]] was Downey's debut unless I'm mistaken, Tom Wayland could have voiced Heliolisk before he was sacked but sadly this can't be confirmed.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 22:43, 6 November 2017 (UTC)

== Preview button ==

Please make sure to use the preview button, even when adding multiple images to a section. I'm sure you're excited to back on the wiki again, but [[Special:Diff/2718873/2719669|this]] shouldn't take 10 edits. --[[User:Abcboy|Abcboy]] ([[User talk:Abcboy|talk]]) 11:37, 4 January 2018 (UTC)
:I can only apologize Sir, as you say I'm excited to be back on Bulbapedia, I do hope the images are satisfactory.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:39, 4 January 2018 (UTC)
:''Please'' use that preview button. I had to resize and re-position the new photos you added to the articles of Ash's traveling companions to make sure they don't interfere with other photos. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 23:22, 5 January 2018 (UTC)

Again. Use the preview button. If you're going over a large page or planning to touch multiple sections, use "edit this page" and do everything together. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 14:24, 8 April 2018 (UTC)

== Your new page ==

Hey BigDoc. So I see you are making your own Voice Actor predictions page. I'm perfectly okay with this, it will be nice to see another persons predictions! It wasn't even my original idea in the first place, it was based off pages other people made, but haven't changed in a long time. [[User:Super10ZX|Super10ZX]] ([[User talk:Super10ZX|talk]]) 16:16, 9 January 2018 (UTC)
:Thanks, hope you continue with your own page, will be nice to see how our predictions compare.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:17, 9 January 2018 (UTC)

== Consecutive edits ==

I just need to remind you that you shouldn't be doing 9 or so consecutive edits with a short period of time. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:26, 8 April 2018 (UTC)

== Pre-airing edits ==

Hi. I want to let you know, I've been asking people not to hide information about an episode on any page except the episode page before it airs. So that means refraining from [[Special:Diff/2769612|your edit here]] adding hidden templates for Nanu's Pokemon that were expected for SM073/74. That hidden info has just now resulted in a minor edit war, and that's a pattern that has happened several times previously as well. As far as I'm concerned, that all adds up to more of a hassle than it's otherwise worth. It'll be much cleaner if people just add the info fully and with much less room for argument once the episode airs.

So, please confine pre-airing edits of hidden information to an episode's page. Thank you. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 15:44, 26 April 2018 (UTC)
:I understand and started removing some of the edits but have made a copy of them to be posted when the episode airs.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:45, 26 April 2018 (UTC)
::I just noticed a bit of that. I appreciate it, thanks. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 15:49, 26 April 2018 (UTC)
:::You're welcome, I enjoy contributing to Bulbapedia and would hate to be removed from it so I prefer to work with admin to avoid any conflict and accept anything wrong that I did.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:51, 26 April 2018 (UTC)

== Where's the source? ==
Where's the source for the latest titles? [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]])
:No idea, saw the titles added to other pages so just copied them over. Just checked the forums, Apple TV Show/Episode Universal Search--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:41, 29 April 2018 (UTC)

== Episode titles ==

A little heads-up, please remember to italicize episode titles and provide links to the articles. You seemed to know what you were doing before so I don't know why I had to apply those corrections this time. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:26, 18 May 2018 (UTC)
:My bad, thought as they were listed above, I didn't have to--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:28, 18 May 2018 (UTC)
::It seems to be a given given all the other articles I've seen and read. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:29, 18 May 2018 (UTC)

== Main anime images ==

If you are going to replace an anime image on a species article, please replace it with an image that shows the Pokémon's full body and the Pokémon being the focus of the image. An image of the Pokémon in a distance is not going to cut it. Thank you.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:25, 9 June 2018 (UTC)
:Again, the main images '''must''' be a '''full body''' shot, not just a shot of its head or whatnot. Full body, and center of the image. Also, you don't need to literally update the images to the most recent appearance, which is what I feel you are doing. Unless there's a centered, full body shot in a recent episode, it does not need to be updated.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:35, 18 June 2018 (UTC)

== SM081 ==
Where are the Chansey and Raichu in SM081? [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 11:43, 5 July 2018 (UTC)
:radek.tadajewski.7 from the forums spotted them in the crowd and asked me to add them.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:46, 5 July 2018 (UTC)
::I've looked through every crowd shot and I can only see a Blissey and no Chansey or Raichu. Could the user provide an image? [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 11:53, 5 July 2018 (UTC)
:::''They can be seen in the preview of this episode, so does the episode itself.'' His words, not mine.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:02, 5 July 2018 (UTC)
::::You should go and verify this yourself BigDocFan, rather than believing everything one user says.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:13, 5 July 2018 (UTC)
:::::Nah, they're there. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 13:15, 5 July 2018 (UTC)

== M21 ==
Where did you see the Snubbull in the flashback? I can't see it anywhere. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 16:56, 21 July 2018 (UTC)
:It is mentioned in this review here, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MRZY3nZ2NEo--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:58, 21 July 2018 (UTC)

== Voice actor articles ==

Next time you decide to create a VA article or move a userspace page about a VA, you need to use [[Bulbapedia:Project VA|this]] as a template. Keep this in mind for next time. Thank you. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:41, 13 August 2018 (UTC)

:Please do not disregard this next time you choose to create a new VA article. It's highly important that every VA article follows this basic format. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 06:20, 18 August 2018 (UTC)
::I didn't, I checked through it and it all looked fine to me, but then again, I'm no expert.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:28, 18 August 2018 (UTC)
:::I told you before, please don't forget [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Jonathan_Silver&type=revision&diff=2856383&oldid=2856375 this] whenever you're creating a VA article. Slow it down a little. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:44, 4 October 2018 (UTC)
::::Drat, was using [[Eddy Lee]]'s page to layout the page but forgot to add the bottom bit, my bad.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:48, 4 October 2018 (UTC)

== Kenyu Horiuchi ==

Could you undo your latest edit to that page. As I said in another edit summary, the official source only mentions Samson. Here: http://www.tv-tokyo.co.jp/anime/pokemon_sunmoon/news/ [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 14:29, 5 September 2018 (UTC)

== Permission to mainspace ==

GrammarFreak is '''not''' a staff member, you shouldn't be asking him if a userpage can be mainspaced. You should be asking anyone on the {{bp|Staff}} list, preferably the head of anime {{u|abcboy}}. Thank you.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:21, 16 September 2018 (UTC)
:My bad, he has been a help with previous pages so was asking for his help to get it ready.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:24, 16 September 2018 (UTC)

== VA articles ==

Could you hold back on creating anymore VA articles, or at least make them in your userspace instead? Most of your recent articles are of questionable notability. [[Kenta Kamakari]] may have voiced a recurring character for more than one episode, but really, DJ Leo is only important to one of those episodes he appeared in, so in essence he only "appeared" (read: did something of note) once. Thank you.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:06, 18 September 2018 (UTC)
:Will do--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:51, 18 September 2018 (UTC)

== Ryota Iwasaki ==

Ryota Iwasaki is definitely not going to cut it as a notable VA to make an article on. Of all the characters he voices, [[Mr. Elec]] is the most notable but he only appeared in one episode. I highly recommend going to [[Bulbapedia:Project VA]] for further reference. Keep the userspace article, though; Mr. Elec might reappear in the future. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 03:30, 20 September 2018 (UTC)

==Mystical/TvRage==

As a reply, I am not TvRage, or whoever that is. Just to clarify. (I'm surprised my username wasn't claimed by now.)
-[[User:Mystical|Mystical]] ([[User talk:Mystical|talk]]) 7:05, 21 September 2018 (EST)

== Sharpedo ==

I noticed you're the one who uploaded the "Sharpedo in the anime" image. It is a small detail, but you chose one where its design was wrongly drawn (see the pectoral fin? It's in a dark cyanish color, it should be white). Could you, please, find an appropriate image? [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 02:21, 27 September 2018 (UTC)
:EDIT: Nevermind, it was actually Playerking95. If you have a better image it would be great tho. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 16:52, 30 September 2018 (UTC)
::Easy mistake, I uploaded the image for one of my pages, Playerking95 obviously liked it and used it for the page.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:54, 30 September 2018 (UTC)

== Using MAL filmographies ==

I understand you're making sure the filmographies don't look like the ones from MyAnimeList before your userspace VA articles are mainspaced. But I still suggest not completely using filmographies from MyAnimeList, for that could still constitute a copyright violation. Be more selective, if needs be. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 18:43, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
:Understood, guess imdb can be used as well.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:56, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
::Of course. But I will warn that IMDb can be easily edited by anyone, so some of the filmographies might not be too accurate. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 18:57, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
:::Decided to delete most of the credits, last thing I want is compromising myself and Bulbapedia on copyright grounds. Do the credits listed look OK as they are?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:55, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
::::Yeah, that looks good. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:11, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
:::::Thanks, hopefully Martha Harms will be worthy of mainspacing when she gets more confirmed roles. I suspect that among them are Officer Jenny which at present is to be confirmed.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:25, 28 October 2018 (UTC)
::::::We'll see. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:17, 28 October 2018 (UTC)

== Images ==

Are you still planning on uploading anime evolution images? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 02:34, 04 November 2018 (UTC)
:No, I received a message from Chosen saying ''The images you've been uploading for use in your User: space conflict with [[a:Archives:FAQ#Can I have personal images?|our policy against personal images]]. Please ensure that your uploads are content that are relevant to the mainspace.'' Probably best I avoid doing this with evolution images--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:03, 4 November 2018 (UTC)

== Archives talk page ==

Why haven't you replied to the messages I've left on your Bulbagarden Archives talk page? Also, something about the way you name your pictures: please try not to use big capital letters when it's not necessary. Thank you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:57, 6 November 2018 (UTC)

== Editing/Helping ==

Hey! I see that you are constantly editing and improving some of my userpages that I hope get good enough to be mainspaced one day. So thank you for all your help, thanks for helping improve those articles. ([[User:Riox-Ibui|'''Riox''']][[User talk:Riox-Ibui|'''イブイ''']] 23:59, 8 November 2018 (UTC))
:You're welcome, I enjoy helping fellow members as it help create friendships.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:46, 9 November 2018 (UTC)

== Braviary/Spearow ==
Could you possibly get an image of the Braviary that were shown in a flashback being released back into the wild to replace the one for the Braviary that are in the "Previously resided in" section, because the one that's shown is the one that's currently there. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 14:59, 11 November 2018 (UTC)
:Done--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:06, 11 November 2018 (UTC)
::Cheers. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:35, 11 November 2018 (UTC)

== Zeraora ==
You wanna fill out the history and persconality section of the [[Zeraora (M21)]] page? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 22:40, 13 December 2018 (UTC)
:Getting a bit late for me now, 22:41 GMT but will make a start.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 22:41, 13 December 2018 (UTC)

== Userspace ==

How do you create userspaces?
[[User:PKMN Trainer Ryan|PKMN Trainer Ryan]] ([[User talk:PKMN Trainer Ryan|talk]]) 18:07, 4 January 2019 (UTC)
:If you go to your own page [[User:PKMN_Trainer_Ryan]], click edit this page, type somewhere [[, User:PKMN Trainer Ryan and the userpage name, take this for example [[User:BigDocFan/Hala's Crabominable|Hala's Crabominable]], hope it makes sense. The ending is what you want displayed.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:40, 4 January 2019 (UTC)

== Feint Attack ==
Not to sound to mean and I know you like editing, as we all do, but please check before deleting a move and calling it something else. If a sub says it's something else, please listen to see if it what they say it is. In this case, they made a mistake. It is not Fake Out. No where was "neko" said during the attack command, but "shiuchi" was. If you mess up like this, it hinders the site by displaying wrong information. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 18:06, 6 January 2019 (UTC)
:My bad--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:16, 6 January 2019 (UTC)

== Pirated content ==

Please do not post links to illegal content on Bulbapedia. If you really wish to link an episode, there are official sites, like Hulu which at least has early seasons. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 18:55, 6 January 2019 (UTC)
:I do sincerely apologize for that sir, as it turns out, the info I provided was incorrect--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:01, 6 January 2019 (UTC)

== Z-Move ==

Can you please upload an anime image of Supersonic Skystrike's text before Kiawe's Charizard uses it, please? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabsicuit2020|talk]]) 15:09, 12 February, 2019 (UTC)

== Lisa Ortiz ==
I'll try. But can you at least send me a list of people she portrayed, please? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabsicuit2020|talk]]) 00:44, 15 February, 2019 (UTC)
:There appears to have been a slight misunderstanding, thanks anyway but GrammarFreak01 added the voice actors--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:02, 15 February 2019 (UTC)
How did you get Lisa Ortiz's contact information, and could you ask her if she knows the Japanese cast? [[User:PKMN Trainer Ryan|PKMN Trainer Ryan]] ([[User talk:PKMN Trainer Ryan|talk]]) 13:45, 25 May 2019 (UTC)
::I messaged her on Facebook not long after she became voice director, explained that [[Theresa Buchheister]] had previously sent me cast lists and asked if she would do the same to which she agreed and gave me her email address. I'll check with her about the Japanese cast--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:46, 25 May 2019 (UTC)

== Ryota Iwasaki ==

Have you checked with an admin to see if your Ryota Iwasaki page can be main-spaced yet? He's voiced almost 10 characters in Sun and Moon. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 15:30, 16 February 2019 (UTC)
:I'll check, trouble is none of his characters have been notable apart from Mr. Electric so he might not be notable enough--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:34, 16 February 2019 (UTC)

== Annice Moriarty ==

hello
I am currently working on fixing a mistake that has been made in regards to the Ugandan-American voice actress {{red link|Annice Moriarty}}, a woman that some in the anime communities have mistaken for a similar sounding voice actress named [[Kether Donohue]]
I'm wondering if you can help me migrate the page over to {{red link|Annice Moriarty}} as they are not the same person at all.
I've looked all over the internet, and I am unable to find any sources at all, even if she was not my sister.
Can I ask for help in correcting this mistake?
We actually did a parody of this on a youtube channel we created called Kether Ketchup, which was meant to make fun of the internet's mistake about Annie.
I would deeply appreciate help in fixing this error, and would like to know what sources people claim to have so we can address them.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 04:20, 6 March 2019 (UTC)

==Kazuyuki Okitsu==
I have created [[User:Singaporean/Kazuyuki Okitsu|this]] and please notice to everyone. Don't creating another one again. Otherwise, cause another problem for no reason. Thank you [[User:Singaporean|Singaporean]] ([[User talk:Singaporean|talk]]) 06:08, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
:Oh yeah, I'll also created another [[User:Singaporean/Yasuhiro Mamiya|one]] as well. [[User:Singaporean|Singaporean]] ([[User talk:Singaporean|talk]]) 08:07, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
::Thanks for your help with Yasuyuki Kase‎‎, I created a page for Kazuyuki Okitsu last September--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:33, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
:::Sorry about that, when I find it. I didn't see any of them. I'm going to ask Admin to delete right away [[User:Singaporean|Singaporean]] ([[User talk:Singaporean|talk]]) 08:37, 24 March 2019 (UTC)
::::No probs, I've created pages myself not realizing someone has already made one on their userpage.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:38, 24 March 2019 (UTC)

== Kether Donohue and Annice Moriarty ==

Hello
I am going to make some edits based purely on two things:
*The knowledge that Annice Moriarty is most definitely not [[Kether Donohue]], and
*The episode credits.
We know that both Donohue and Moriarty voice [[Lila]], that was what Tom Wayland said.
In fact it was Lila that was the source of the belief that Donohue and MOriarty were the same person, due to them both being credited and them both voicing the same character, albeit during different stages in her life.
I will not add any biographic info on Ann.
here's an easy way to gage my edits:
If Kether Donohue's name appears in the episode, then we can credit her. If Annice Moriarty's name is there, then we must put Annice Moriarty.

I also want to remind you of something:
I got 3 names for you:
*Allyson Johnson ([[Agatha]])
*Kathleen Delaney (Rouge the Bat)
*Caren Manuel (previously believed to have voiced both [[Agatha]] and Rough due to her similar voice to Johnson and Delaney)

Remember that?
That's the other reason why you have to be careful with pseudonyms.
thanks.
So my edits are based on the credits and what Wayland had actually said. thanks
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 21:04, 31 March 2019 (UTC)
:I'm not getting involved with this, if admin approves it, then it is OK with me--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:07, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

I don't know who is an admin. FF believes that MOriarty is a pseudony mdespite no proof existing, so I need you to be partly envolved due to your experience with voice actors.

Can you at least weigh in on the mistaken pseudonyms like the Agatha one?
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 21:32, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

:{{U|Force Fire}} is an admin. BigDocFan isn't. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:34, 31 March 2019 (UTC)
::I strongly recommend you look at your talk page African Vulture, Candice has been protected as a result of your actions--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:37, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

Perhaps you guys do need to examine where it came from, that Annice Moriarty was Kether Donohue. It appears all your guys's efforts are punishing me, rather than maybe figuring out where this belief came from, like I am.
Yes it was uncontested for ages, so was Kathleen Delaney/Allyson Johnson/Caren Manuel.
I have been asking the same question over and over and over again with no answer, and it is quite frustrating. Where did you get the information from that Kether Donohue was Annice Moriarty?
I'm disregarding the fact that she is my sister, because I can't use that for sources.
However I can challenge Bulbapedia, and I am.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 22:07, 31 March 2019 (UTC)
:Okay, if the VA is your sister, then the more I cannot trust your information. There's this cloud of bias and unreliability hanging over your statement. This is why it's important for admins to make the final word. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 22:09, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

This doesn't mean that examination isn't in order.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 22:18, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

:Yes, which is why I said the admins need to examine it. That way, they can give the final word. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 22:19, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

But which admins should I talk to.
Notice how with the Kappa Mikey thing on [[Kether Donohue]] I basically forced force fire to provide a source?
I'm asking just for the same.
If I see a source, then I examine it and decide to either give u por continue.
I'm also trying to prevent another Caren Manuel thing too.
Rosebr10, who helped reveal that isn't active anymore.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 22:23, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

:{{U|Force Fire}} and {{U|Abcboy}} are the only admins I know. And I don't know who you're talking about anymore. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 22:25, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

I will talk to them.
To basically sum it up quickly, as I have to go for a bit, [[Agatha]] used to list Caren Manuel as her english VA.
For Sonic, Manuel was credit for Rouge in 4kids.
Later, it turned out that Kathleen Delaney did Rouge and Allyson Johnson did [[Agatha]].
that's the lowdown on that.
I'll talk to the admins in a bit, I have to eat and I'm going bowling for a bit.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 22:30, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

:Okay. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 22:37, 31 March 2019 (UTC)

Update, I posted to Abcboy's page.
On it I mentioned two other examples of long-held beliefs on Bulbapedia and other websites that got destroyed.
[[Megan Hollingshead]] vs. [[Lee Quick]] (Officer Jenny]], and [[Megan Hollingshead]] vs. [[Emily Niebo]] (computer from [[M02|Pokemon 2000]]). Both rolls (Officer Jenny and the palice computer) were credited both on and off Bulbapedia to Hollingshead, until it turned out (just like with [[Agatha]] and Rouge the Bat), that the long-held credit was incorrect.
So be careful with pseudonyms if they are indeed pseudonyms, because it may turn out not to be a pseudonym after all. There has to be a way not just for administrators to identify where pseudonym information comes from, but also ordinary editors and readers, so they can say, "Ok, I know where they got that."
I will also caution you about IMDB, Wikipedia doesn't like it, and when it comes to pseudonyms, there's no way to check where it gets the info from.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 01:19, 1 April 2019 (UTC)

== pseudonym identifications ==

Hello
The Annice Moriarty thing brings to light the issue of verification of pseudonyms.
Fore example, nobody has identified where it is they got the idea that Annice Moriarty was a pseudonym of New York-born Caucasian voice actress [[Kether Donohue]].
Even though no source has been given for even the IMDB entries, it is still widely believed. However, nothing in the wayback machine of Kether's website shows anything.

What steps should Bulbapedia and other websites do to verify VA pseudonyms, in order to prevent cases like the Annice Moriarty/Kether Donohue or the Caren Manuel/Allyson Johnson/Kathleen Delaney incidents? I would like to see some concreet ideas in verifying tha tpseudonyms are true, rather than false.

E.G. if somebody claims "Kether Donohue did this roll under Annice Moriarty!", then they should have to prove that Kether Donohue used Annice Moriarty as a pseudonym. It shouldn't be a challenger like me saying "where's the proof?" having the burden of proof on them, as we only want to prevent potential mistakes.
Let's say a pseudonym is true, E.G. John Smith uses David Jones as a pseudonym. How would we verify that John Smith and David Jones are the same person?
What has been done to me would be the person coming along and saying, "hey, where did you get that John Smith and David Jones are the same person?" and Bulbapedia responding, "you better prove that David Jones is not John Smith or else consequences."
In other words, we should assume that David Jones and John Smith are different people until a good source is able to be shown that says for sure that John Smith used David Jones.

How will we do this to prevent more Annice Moriartys or Caren Manuels?
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 00:20, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:This is something that is best left up to admin, not me. I'm trying not to get involved but if I was you, I would speak to {{user|Force Fire}} about it, post on his talk page and await a response before doing anything.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:05, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

Remember, I am not talking specifically about the Annice Moriarty thing, rather about pseudonym verification in general.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 12:31, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:I have experience dealing with voice actor pages, nothing about pseudonym's I admit but I always wait for admin to approve any information I have before adding it.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:16, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

Ok, but then the admin has to identify a source. and I have contacted Force Fire about a few things and either he hasn't seen them or is ignoring them.
I don't know and I won't say either way.
Hence why I hesitate to contact him again.
I think we should identify a source for the specific claim about Annice Moriarty being Kether Donohue as I'm not the only one who brought this up on the internet. You have to be able to tell people where you get information from no matter how believable it is.
We can use the Annice Moriarty case as an example to go by for future VA info such as pseudonyms.
I also wish to remind you of the Megan Hollingshead thing, where people for the longest time thought she voiced Officer Jenny.
Remember that? I did research into that and Lee Quick wasn't credited.
That's another reason to once in a while go back and double check things, even if you feel there's no need to, and even if it is uncontested for a while.
You never know, it may turn out to be unexpectedly incorrect, just like with Ann and just like with Megan Hollingshead.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 13:34, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:All I can say is wait for admin to respond, last time you acted before waiting, the page was protected. If you think Force Fire is ignoring you, maybe confer with other admin about it--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:38, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

I don't feel that FF is ignorning me, but I feel he just isn't seeing what I write. I like to view it that way so it's not so harsh. I mean being an admin is likely a busy thing.
That said, should pseudonyms come up again, please have both you and an admin discuss where it came from.
I suggest if you find pseudonyms, question them and confirm them. You add lots of awesome stuff about voice actors, and I am in love with your voice actor predictions page, it'sreally cool.
So please, even if you don't comment on the Annice Moriarty case, it can be used as an example of why pseudonyms need verification. The proof has to be viewable for Bulbapedia's readers, so we can say, "ok you got it from here." I used to get flack on Wikipedia for adding unsourced material so I only ask that everybody else be held to the same standards as me.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 16:45, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

== Anime appearances ==

You wanna help me with User:MH's [[User:MH/Appearances of the anime characters|Appearances of the anime characters]] project? You can help by adding the characters that will appear in the future episodes. [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 18:46, 12 April 2019 (UTC)

== Nanu's Persian ==

You wanna help me with my [[User:Seabiscuit2020/Nanu's Persian]] project? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 22:58, 12 April 2019 (UTC)
:I've had a look at the page, can't see much else to add at present but will be happy to help if Persian reappears--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 05:38, 13 April 2019 (UTC)

== Ultra Legends dubbed episodes ==
Do you know where I can watch the UK released episodes of Ultra Legends that aren't out in the US yet?
[[User:PKMN Trainer Ryan|PKMN Trainer Ryan]] ([[User talk:PKMN Trainer Ryan|talk]]) 04:00, 30 May 2019 (UTC)
:Apart from BBC iPlayer, I can't think of anywhere that has the episodes--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:39, 30 May 2019 (UTC)
::Wrong channel, ITV hub I mean--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:40, 30 May 2019 (UTC)

== VA for lacy ==

Hello
[[Lacy (XY014)|Lacy]] is voiced by [[Eileen Stevens]].
Since the former voice director is no longer there, how can we identify this i na way that I won't get reverted?
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 04:52, 11 June 2019 (UTC)
:Sadly my source started after this episode so I doubt she has information going back to this episode. Make ask Eileen Stevens herself--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 05:36, 11 June 2019 (UTC)

I no longer have twitter so I can't do it.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 05:42, 11 June 2019 (UTC)

== Masters animated trailer ==

Here's an idea. Since the trailer for Pokémon Masters came out, how's about we make a page for it like we did with Black 2 and White 2 and Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire? That way we can help promote the game. [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 19:29 27 June 2019 (UTC)

:Seconded. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:15, 27 June 2019 (UTC)

::I know I’ve been absent for awhile, and it’s possible I may not be able to work on this potential page at all, but I would like to see a page for this, especially considering Pokémon Masters looks like it’s going to be a really fun game. [[User:Super10ZX|Super10ZX]] ([[User talk:Super10ZX|talk]]) 21:25, 27 June 2019 (UTC)
:::Sorry for the lack of response, had a business trip yesterday and today so couldn't access Bulbapedia until my return. I haven't a clue what's been going on so I'll leave it to you to sort out.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:55, 27 June 2019 (UTC)
::::I've created [[User:GrammarFreak01/Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer|a userspace article]] on that trailer. Right now, I've copy-and-pasted the entire [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]] article so it can serve as a guideline on how to construct the article, and I plan to begin the real work later today. But if you so wish, you're free to help me out on that userspace article in any way you can. Your assistance would be very much appreciated. :) [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 02:53, 28 June 2019 (UTC)

== Lipica Shah as Officer Jenny ==

Hey! I would like to know in which episodes, specifically, [[Lipica Shah]] voiced [[Officer Jenny]] like she says, because the latter article lists [[Emily Jenness]] as being her VA from [[BW006]] to [[BW138]]. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:09, 2 July 2019 (UTC)
:Have tweeted Lipica and am awaiting a response, I get the feeling that Bulbapedia might have been mistaken when listing Emily as voicing Jenny.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:12, 2 July 2019 (UTC)
::Okay. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:13, 2 July 2019 (UTC)
:::https://twitter.com/LipicaShah/status/1146196340898238464--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 06:30, 3 July 2019 (UTC)
::::Whatever you're trying to link isn't showing up on my screen. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 15:13, 3 July 2019 (UTC)
:::::I voiced Jenny for a few seasons in Unova. This was my Jenny (pic of Jenny)--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:41, 3 July 2019 (UTC)
::::::Oh, okay. So that means Emily Jenness didn't voice the BW Officer Jenny? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 15:48, 3 July 2019 (UTC)
:::::::It seems that way, I have tweeted her to verify if this is the case--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:49, 3 July 2019 (UTC)
::::::::Alright. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 15:49, 3 July 2019 (UTC)

== SM132 ==
Serebi isn't always right with titles. The title does mean to capture, to seize. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 16:21, 5 July 2019 (UTC)
:Yet the summary suggests battling. I'm having trouble understanding how capture or seize comes into it--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:23, 5 July 2019 (UTC)

== Salazzle ==
You wanna help me with my [[User:Seabiscuit2020/Plumeria's Salazzle]] project? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 02:26, 07 July 2019 (UTC)
:Added more to the anime section, will help with the games when I have more time--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:22, 8 July 2019 (UTC)

== Golisopod ==

Since the tweet was deleted, it can be suspected that he wasn't meant to tweet that before the episode got aired. So as to play it safe, I have reverted your edits.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:24, 26 July 2019 (UTC)
:Fair enough, will it be safe to add when the episode airs or should I wait for reconfirmation?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 06:54, 26 July 2019 (UTC)
::It can be re-added once the episode airs.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:58, 26 July 2019 (UTC)

== Copying-and-pasting material ==

You ''really'' need to be careful when you're copying-and-pasting material. I notice you just copy-and-paste and then save without tweaking the pasted material so it could also accommodate other people's edits that were already being shown before you made the edits. I had to [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Toucannon%27s_flock&diff=prev&oldid=3004906 painstakingly fix] everything you did so then it could match up to the standards that were in place before your edits. It's something I've had to do commonly in both mainspace and userspace articles. Just be sure to use the preview button and make sure nothing looks awkward before proceeding, please. Thank you. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:54, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
:Oh dear, I didn't realize it was that bad.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:55, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
::Well, it was. Next time you copy-and-paste something, don't click the save button right away. Double-check with the preview button. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:56, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
:::Noted for future reference, I'm really sorry about that--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 10:02, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
::::It's alright, I sometimes do it as well by accident. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 10:02, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
:::::The same also applies to when you add new entries to lists. [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Wakana_Kingyo&type=revision&diff=3005348&oldid=3005318] [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:08, 28 July 2019 (UTC)

== SM136 ==
[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=SM136&oldid=3006117 What were you even trying to do here]? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:16, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
:Don't suppose you have access to the new episode template so I can fill it in? Not familiar with adding new episodes and the last time we had something like this, Finnish put that up and it was eventually added--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:27, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
::No, I don't. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:27, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
:::Episode is not capitalized in the template. The first parameter should be the episode number, not the date.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 09:42, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
::::For future reference (if it happens again), would it be like this {{subst:New Episode|SM136|•|RISING FIRE! THE RIVAL IS NOT ALONE!!!}}--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:45, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
:::::Episode isn't capitalized (so "New episode").--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 09:50, 1 August 2019 (UTC)
::::::Think in future I'll leave new episodes to admin or more experienced members--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:52, 1 August 2019 (UTC)

== Tobias' Latios' Voice ==

Hey. I need some help. It says Tobias' Latios was voiced by Michele Knotz. But it's not Michele. I've listened to both dubs of the episode and they're both the same voices. But unfortunately I need more "documented proof"... If you can help me get in contact with Knotz that would be great. {{unsigned|Marvelfan2011}}
:You can try contacting her on [https://twitter.com/MicheleKnotz twitter]--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:09, 12 August 2019 (UTC)

== Status episode ==

Excuse me, BigDocFan. I have a problem. Ever since SM117 came out in the dub, I was able to watch it. Then when Team Rocket showed up and stolen Sandy, Meltan and Shaymin and got out soon after, Shaymin used Aromatherapy to heal Sandy in that episode, but even though nobody said it, it was revealed in closed captions. Similar to Kiawe's Marowak's moves. I talked to Force Fire about this, but no luck, even though I was just making a point. And I always have proof about the attacks and never give out wrong info. So I dunno what I should do.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 16:11, 21 August 2019 (UTC)
:Whilst I do agree with you that captions confirm the move being used earlier, Force Fire as admin gets final say in the matter. Given that Finnish was given a one week ban today as a result, I don't really want to get involved--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:22, 21 August 2019 (UTC)
:Ok. I understand. Well, I don’t want this to have an edit war. There has to be another way.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 16:41, 21 August 2019 (UTC)

== Your VA articles ==

Hey! Next time you create an article for a voice actor, ''please'' provide Wikipedia links for their filmography sections if they are any. Those are necessary, and I can't keep filling those in for you. Thank you. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 15:41, 25 August 2019 (UTC)

== Meltan ==
Could you show me the images? I believe you, but I’m curious--[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 11:52, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
:We don't have confirmation which episode it is but here's the image https://i.postimg.cc/Kvy4LCZZ/Rtpec5N.jpg--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:54, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
Ah. I thought it was speculation since it was put on both episodes.--[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 11:56, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
:Fair enough, you might want to join the forums as we often discuss these things on there--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:58, 26 August 2019 (UTC)

== New sandbox articles ==

Hey! I've got sandbox articles for [[User:GrammarFreak01/Lysandre (anime)|Lysandre (anime)]] and [[User:GrammarFreak01/Viola's Vivillon|Viola's Vivillon]] under construction. If you'd like to pitch out, you're free to. :) [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:08, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
:Good idea creating the articles, I'll be honest and say Lysandre (anime) seems more worthy of his own page. Lysandre's character page certainly needs filling in, I'll think of things to put.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:12, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
::Okay. Do you have any idea what the notability requirements are for an individual Pokémon page like the one I'm planning for [[Viola]]'s {{p|Vivillon}}? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:14, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
:::I'm not 100% sure but when I asked Force Fire about Guzma's Golisopod and Scizor, he said ''All the pair has done is battle, so they're not notable.'' You might want to check with Force Fire--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:16, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
::::Okay. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:16, 26 August 2019 (UTC)
:::::What you ''should'' be doing first of all is check to see if it meets the notability requirements. If you are still unsure, then go to a staff member.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:01, 27 August 2019 (UTC)
::::::For future reference, is there somewhere we can find the list of notability requirements?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:02, 27 August 2019 (UTC)
:::::::For anime Pokemon: [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime#Notability requirements]]
:::::::For voice actors: {{bp|Project VA}}.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:27, 27 August 2019 (UTC)
::::::::Thank you. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 02:45, 28 August 2019 (UTC)

== Welcoming new users ==

Hey! Whenever you greet a new user like {{user|ChoChoCup}}, please use the welcome template. That's the standard first message all new users should have. Thank you! [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 02:31, 27 August 2019 (UTC)

== SM122/24 WTP narration request ==

Could you please add the people who narrated SM122 WTP dub. It has to be the people who were the main focus. {{unsigned|PokéSean}}

:It is possible Matori and the trio narrated them because they were the main focus. Could you also add who narrated SM124? {{unsigned|PokéSean}}
::Ash and his classmates are the ones who read it, we agreed in the forums that if it is just them, they aren't notable to be added--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:39, 7 October 2019 (UTC)
:::It is only a coincidence, assumption, and/or speculation but of course SM124 had to be narrated be the main focus and the normal gang is the main focus so I don't expect that. But SM122 was focused on Team Rocket. Name me another SM episode narrated by the main cast even though they were not the main focus. Also, why is Ash narrating SM083 in his shrunken voice notable? {{unsigned|PokéSean}}

== Daiki Yamashita had created ==
Hey, I already created two year ago with this [[User:Singaporean/Daiki Yamashita|one]] have been on hold ever since until now. Don't tell me, you want to scrap my one for your one? {{unsigned|Singaporean}}
:No, first come, first serve I say. You created yours first so I will delete mine without contest--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:19, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
::Thanks to heard that. Now, I needed to wait to for Administrator permission to main space my one. According to them, that the roles must be over 10 plus. Then, the article will main spaced. Isn't true or not. [[User:Singaporean|Singaporean]] ([[User talk:Singaporean|talk]]) 12:23, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
:::If you're talking about roles in the Pokémon anime itself, the 10-plus rule would apply only if all the characters that are being voiced are [[characters of the day]]. If the VA in question is voicing a main character, then all other rules are thrown out of the window and the VA is unanimously notable. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 12:25, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
::::Oh, I see. [[User:Singaporean|Singaporean]] ([[User talk:Singaporean|talk]]) 12:29, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
:::::Okay. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 12:30, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
::::::Maybe wait until the new series airs to confirm he voices Gou in the anime before checking with admin if it can be mainspaced--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:37, 29 September 2019 (UTC)
:::::::I think it's been confirmed that Yamashita ''is'' voicing Gou. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 19:58, 29 September 2019 (UTC)

== Copying-and-pasting material again ==

Hey! Once again, you need to use the preview button after copying-and-pasting material on articles. [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User%3ABigDocFan%2FHau_%28anime%29&type=revision&diff=3033201&oldid=3031130 You accidentally turned the "Pokémon" section into a subsection] while editing your userspace article, and this is something that I had to fix. Please, do not forget to use the preview button next time. Everyone else cannot be trusted to fix simple mistakes such as these, alright? Thank you. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:38, 4 October 2019 (UTC)
:Facepalm, sorry Grammar--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:40, 4 October 2019 (UTC)
::Well, be more careful next time. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:44, 4 October 2019 (UTC)
:::Also, I see you improperly linked [[Full Battle]]. Be careful of using redirect links, okay? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:45, 4 October 2019 (UTC)

== Sorry ==

I'm really sorry, BigDocFan. I had to update the evolution page for Sun and Moon. I just couldn't resist being incomplete. I just wanted to keep it updated so people can see how the anime prospered. [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 20:32, 15 October 2019 (UTC)
:Decided to delete the page, thought I'd already done it.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:40, 15 October 2019 (UTC)

== H.D. Quinn vs. Tyler Bunch ==

Hello BDF. I may have figured out who [[H.D. Quinn]] is, however I'm going to need help from you or somebody who does have twitter.
I believe Quinn to be actor Tyler Bunch, who is a member of Voices for Fosters.
I get this from the fact that all voice actors on VOF are in Pokemon, and the similar voices. Now before you do anything else please tweet Tyler (@tyler_bunch) and ask him if he works on Pokemon, then if he voices some of the characters in Pokemon that H.D. quinn voices. I'd say the best way to do it is to ask about the characters themselves and if he confirms, then ask if he uses H.D. quinn, this way we can make sure we're talking to a Pokemon VA.
Can you or somebody with a twitter help me please?
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 19:13, 31 December 2019 (UTC)
:Curious as I am to see if this is true, voice actors aren't willing to reveal if they're credited under a different name. There's some sort of law regarding actors credits. Because of this, I am reluctant to ask--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:19, 31 December 2019 (UTC)
That's why I'm suggesting to ask if he voices the characters rather than asking if he's H.D. Quinn.
I want to avoid mistakes like what happened with my sister vs. Kether Donohue.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 19:22, 31 December 2019 (UTC)

== Go's scyther ==

I made some additions to the text of your page for Scyther (is it okay for you?). As it is your job, I thought it best to ask for your permission.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hilaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:38, 2 February 2020 (UTC)

== Pokémon Masters cast ==

Hey! Since we have an entire VA cast for [[Pokémon Masters]] but not an entire section dedicated to it in the main article, I'm pleased to let you know I have [[User:GrammarFreak01/Pokémon Masters Cast|a sandbox article]] dealing with just that. Edit it however you see fit. :) [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 01:41, 1 March 2020 (UTC)
:Would help if I could but having never seen Pokémon Masters, I wouldn't be much good, especially as Lisa Ortiz isn't the voice director so I couldn't use her as a source--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:56, 1 March 2020 (UTC)
::Oh, okay. Sorry about that. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:37, 1 March 2020 (UTC)

== Block ==

You are receiving a block for [[edit warring]] for your contributions to the problem on [[JN014|SS014]]. As you made 3 reversions, your block lasts 3 days. In any situation, talk pages should be used before things go ''too'' far. ...In this specific situation, the fact that you were very obviously dealing with a brand new user means you 100% should have posted something to get their attention, especially being so experienced an editor.

When you return, I hope you remember to use talk pages a little more. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 00:22, 9 March 2020 (UTC)
:I find this block a little unfair, I actually reported it to Force Fire on Discord and I even told Mr Zacan about it in the summaries--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:52, 9 March 2020 (UTC)
::Turns out I didn't alert ForceFire to the edit war as I thought, this is still unfair--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:55, 9 March 2020 (UTC)

== [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Korrina (anime)]] ==
Hi, I started a project to make a page for Korrina and her participation in the anime. Can you help me or give me some tips on how to work the page?As she has a lot of content and her page is a bit messy, I thought it would be useful, since she will be a rival in at least one of the next episodes.[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 21:34, 06 April 2020 (UTC)
:Not sure if Korrina is worthy of her own page yet, have a look at my [[User:BigDocFan/Leon_(anime)|page]] for Leon to get an idea--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:45, 6 April 2020 (UTC)
::Hi again, which images are relevant to Brandon's page? One from the battle with Ash, another with Paul and one with a full body?If I can, do I send you the images hosted on a page outside Bulbapedia, or put them on Archives?[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:18, 12 April 2020 (UTC)

== TW05 plot summary removed - why? ==

The page needs a plot summary, it covers all of the points of the episode, so why? [[User:Infernape612|Infernape612]] ([[User talk:Infernape612|talk]]) 03:24, 7 June 2020 (UTC)

== Goh's Pokémon ==

Hi, I saw that you and other people started to work on new pages for some of the Goh Pokémon that appeared in the episode 23, do you think there are any that I could be creating, or at least helping? The one I did for Beedrill, do you think it's good, or is there anything I can add?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:14, 08 May 2020 (UTC)
:Beedrill looks good, I wouldn't mind if you had a look at my latest two. I plan on doing one for Misdreavus soon. Can't think of any other notables just yet though--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:22, 8 June 2020 (UTC)
I agreed why not. You always had pokemon with main characters to have thier own pages. Even with pokemon like Brock who barely had munch characteristics or personality to shown in from Kanto series or Johto like Geodude and Onix. Zubat didn't get munch role until later of series.--[[User:Gian9456]] ([[User talk:Gian9456|talk]]) 02:49, 013 June 2020 (UTC)
:That is something you'll have to discuss with admin.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:51, 13 June 2020 (UTC)
Oh. I saw this then. I assume it was you the administer --[[User:Gian9456]] ([[User talk:Gian9456|talk]]) 18:51,13 June 2020 (UTC)

== Chrysa's English voice ==
Something is troubling me. Isn't Casey Mongillo male, not female? How can he voice a female character? [[User:CAJH|CAJH]] ([[User talk:CAJH|talk]]) 17:50, 12 June 2020 (UTC)
:I have no idea, maybe Casey is female--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:01, 12 June 2020 (UTC)
::He is clearly stated to be male. And it isn't impossible for voice actors or voice actresses to misremember their roles. The first four episodes were leaked earlier and I used to think that Mongillo was Ren's voice, not Chrysa's. It's odd that no one else isn't trying to think this through. [[User:CAJH|CAJH]] ([[User talk:CAJH|talk]]) 18:09, 12 June 2020 (UTC)
::Wait a second. Behind the Voice Actors is the only place stating that Mongillo is female. [[User:CAJH|CAJH]] ([[User talk:CAJH|talk]]) 18:11, 12 June 2020 (UTC)
:::Turns out Casey is what they call non-binary--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:16, 12 June 2020 (UTC)
::::I also figured out other reasons for my previous misunderstandings. I forgot to check out the part "Additional voices" from the ending credits from the first four leaked episodes. [[User:CAJH|CAJH]] ([[User talk:CAJH|talk]]) 12:15, 14 June 2020 (UTC)

== Edit summary ==

Just letting you know, I deleted the edit summaries of the VA confirmation due to the gratuitous amount of personal information within including what looked like the VA's personal discord tag and what looked to be your own full name. Please be a bit more careful next time when sharing content like that, I'd hate for you or anyone else to get into trouble as a result. --[[User:Spriteit|Spriteit]] ([[User talk:Spriteit|talk]]) 07:42, 16 June 2020 (UTC)
: Noted for future reference, in future I'll do what I do with VA lists and have an admin check them for approval.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:14, 16 June 2020 (UTC)

==Personality section==
:: Did you read them. What is your thoughts? {{unsigned|Gian9456}}
:::I guess you didn't like what i said. I just thought what I sen in the new episode was more updated version that's all. I can tell you didn't read anything I said.Truly sorry. I just wanted to help. {{unsigned|Gian9456}}
I was curious about what you think of this. Despite being recently captured, Darmanitan accepted Goh's orders without any problems. It appears to respect Pokémon it perceives as strong, such as when it greeted Ash's Dragonite with a fist bump after winning the battle against Golurk. It reveals to be smug, as it had watched Scorbunny training with Ash's Pikachu, it noticed that it didn't use any fire type moves. It demonstrates its own power to Scorbunny, Darmanitan had quickly become disrespectful to the rabbit pokemon by continually laughing away {{unsigned|Gian9456}}
so what u thought {{unsigned|Gian9456}}

== Old man (XY022) article ==

Just so you know, {{U|PardescanSlowbro}} [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Old_man_%28XY022%29&type=revision&diff=3157940&oldid=2829477 tagged your old article] for deletion, and I'm inclined to agree with their reasoning. Mind joining the discussion, please? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 00:38, 10 July 2020 (UTC)
:Reading the comments, I guess that he doesn't really do a lot to earn his own article so have no problem with it being deleted--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:53, 12 July 2020 (UTC)
::Okay. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 21:16, 12 July 2020 (UTC)

== One question ==

Hi, can you help me with a question? Battle history normally enter the pages of a Pokémon? I mean, that battle of Goh against Ash, is it considered notable to be put in an article? When there was a discussion about the Scyther page, I think you said that only battles would be recorded, never cameo, so I put the battle on the Goh's Farfetch'd page and a user almost created an edit war removing this information from the my own user page claiming that such information is not notable(I looked for information in the rules and I didn't see it saying anything about it, in fact I thought the opposite of that). As you are more experienced, that battle would you put in an article written by you?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 13:41, 28 July 2020 (UTC)
::Neither battles were important like a gym battle or a world coronation ceremony battle so I don't think its important enough to be added.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:57, 28 July 2020 (UTC)
:::But Goh does not participate in a specific championship, how would that be the best way in this case?Well, anyway, thanks for the answer.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:59, 28 July 2020 (UTC)

== Goh Farfetch ==
Shouldn't these pokemon have its own profile page it been in episodes just like Sobble and Beedrill and Scyhter had done. {{unsigned|Gian9456}}
:That isn't down to me to decide. Work has been started on a page but only admin can confirm it ready--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:22, 29 July 2020 (UTC)

== Preview template ==

We have a {{template|preview button}} template that should be used when informing someone about using the preview button. This is meant as an easy way to keep things neutral and helpful for first "offenses". [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 19:16, 15 August 2020 (UTC)
:Ah, thanks for that. I wasn't really aware of it before now, noted for future reference.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:31, 15 August 2020 (UTC)

== Aren't you forgetting something? ==

As a wild Pokémon Pinsir used to be agressive and hostile, attacking Ash and Goh at sight, however its agressive behavior have completely died down under Goh's possesion. [[User:Esquilo30|Esquilo30]] ([[User talk:Esquilo30|talk]]) 18:20, 16 August 2020 (UTC)
:No, Pinsir was just defending himself. At the end of the same episode, he appears more social in the Park's interaction;[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 18:42, 16 August 2020 (UTC)
::I guess that makes sense, btw how do you know its male? [[User:Esquilo30|Esquilo30]] ([[User talk:Esquilo30|talk]]) 18:57, 16 August 2020 (UTC)
:::Gender differences. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 22:05, 16 August 2020 (UTC)

== Anime episode ==

Hey, where did you get the image [[:File:Dr White Wobbuffet Wynaut.png]] without logo?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunt]] ([[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Report To Me]])''' 13:23, 17 August 2020 (UTC)
:Sorry for the delay in replying, I'm not sure if I'm allowed to share the link on here but it was a google drive shared with me.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:30, 24 August 2020 (UTC)
::If you could, you can give me the link on discord. I'm "Rocket Grunt#1482".--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunt]] ([[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Report To Me]])''' 14:35, 24 August 2020 (UTC)

== Goh's Hitmonchan ==
Hi Hello. Could you answer a question? Since Goh's Hitmonchan is based on a game event, is it valid to put the game information where it happens as it is on Ash's Pokémon (Charmander, Bulbasaur, Squirtle) page and their situations in Let's Go Eevee / Pikachu? Or is it better to leave without this kind of information?On a page that you put together, would you put that kind of information?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 13:32, 24 August 2020 (UTC)
:I haven't a clue, I think you should check with admin about that--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:30, 24 August 2020 (UTC)
::My two cents would be to leave that information out for now. [[User:Adil|'''Adil''']] — [[User talk:Adil|'''Talk page''']] 15:40, 24 August 2020 (UTC)

== English dub cast ==

Hey BigDocFan, I would like to talk to you about the dub cast lists. Would you prefer via email or does Discord work better for you? [[User:Adil|'''Adil''']] — [[User talk:Adil|'''Talk page''']] 13:11, 29 August 2020 (UTC)
:Discord would be easier if that's OK, I'm on Bulbagarden under the name Joe Crammond. Hope I'm not in trouble.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:14, 29 August 2020 (UTC)
::Nah, it's all good. I just needed some help from you, hence the question. Discord works, thanks!. [[User:Adil|'''Adil''']] — [[User talk:Adil|'''Talk page''']] 13:19, 29 August 2020 (UTC)

== Male Meganium ==

[[File:Oliver Stanium.png|thumb|250px|right|JN020 Meganium]]
Hey, could you send different screen of this Pokemon so it could be more clear to see that it's a new male variant?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 14:17, 9 September 2020 (UTC)
:I've messaged you on discord, easier to talk on there than post on the talk page--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:08, 9 September 2020 (UTC)

== Adding voices actors for Pokémon via audio hearing ==

Actually, I heard the voice via audio hearing from the show but i don't know if it is allowed.

Please BigDocFan, can you tell me if it's allowed ?

If it is, i will always add some voice actors in for missing information in japanese and english.

Thanks

Krookmonguy

== [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Bea (anime)]] ==

Hi Hello. I started work on an exclusive page for Bea in the anime. If you can give me a hand when you have time, it will help me a lot.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 10:17, 27 September 2020 (UTC)
:Will do, I'm thinking of starting a page of her Grapploct later if you could give me a hand there as well.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 10:24, 27 September 2020 (UTC)
::Can you upload Bea's image as a child?I don't think I'm going to get it in good quality this time.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 00:17, 28 September 2020 (UTC)

== Voice actors ==

You added the voice actors for Goh's Venonat and Nidoran♀ before we knew those Pokémon were Goh's. Please don't add stuff like that until we know who the Pokémon belong to in future. [[User:Playerking95|Playerking95]] ([[User talk:Playerking95|talk]]) 11:12, 27 November 2020 (UTC)

== Morpeko ==
How do I rename a page for the main space? I saw that ForceFire approved the Morpeko page as well and how you did it on the Greedent's page you should know how to do it. Can you help me with what is still missing?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 11:38, 29 November 2020 (UTC)
:What you have to do is go to where it says Move and click on it like you can see in this screenshot here. https://i.postimg.cc/Z5jzp7x3/Mainspace-1.png, It will take you to a page like this where you have to change it from User to Main and change the title. https://i.postimg.cc/tRP02Cz9/Mainspace-2.png. I tried to do it for you but there was this warning ''You do not have permission to move this page, for the following reason: A page of that name already exists, or the name you have chosen is not valid. Please choose another name.''--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:45, 29 November 2020 (UTC)
:::Yeah, I tried it here too and got the same message. Does this mean that only site admins can do this?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 11:48, 29 November 2020 (UTC)
::::Normally we can do it fine as I did with Greedent but I'm guessing there's a redirect link for Morpeko (anime) preventing you from mainspacing it at the moment. I have asked Force Fire on Discord about it.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:50, 29 November 2020 (UTC)
:::::Ok. Well, thank you very much for now.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 11:52, 29 November 2020 (UTC)

== [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Vermilion City Schooll‎]] ==

Hi, I started an exclusive page for Vermilion City school, can you help me? If that doesn't bother you, I'll still upload some of the screens I captured on the site. So I think it will take a while for it to be ready. But any help is welcome.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 00:28, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
:Sure, was also thinking it might be worth doing a page for Team Rocket's Base--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:49, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
::If you need any help with that, just talk. I will be happy to help.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 21:18, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
:::Hi, thanks for the pictures you added. If not to disturb you, would you be able to give your opinion on the quality of the article? I mean, if i need to add any more information, photo, or image of another location shown. What do you think?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana |Hikaru Wazana ]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana |talk]]) 00:57, 23 December 2020 (UTC)

== pokemon anime moves page ==

Because you have a pokemon anime moves page that you want deleted eventually, I am interested to have an anime move page for my userspace especially since I believe lost track of how many times Pikachu used Thunderbolt, Meowth using Scratch and/or Fury Swipes, all instances where a move is used in the main series anime and which moves appear in each anime. Please reply when you can! If you are okay with this, I may also need your help with creating and editing such pages for each.[[User:Ctc1017|Ctc1017]] ([[User talk:Ctc1017|talk]]) 10:46, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
:I have no problem with you creating your own page for it--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:55, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
::Then I will need your help as we need to start at square one (aka the first episode of the original series). You can help as much as you want and take as much time as you need to help fill these pages out. We should go by the Pokemon's movesets in the Japanese since the dub does get a number of moves wrong (especially in the earlier seasons). Reply when you can![[User:Ctc1017|Ctc1017]] ([[User talk:Ctc1017|talk]]) 21:55, 12 December 2020 (UTC)
:: I had the thought of having each episode separate anime moves into three categories: Activated (actually used), unsuccessful (a Pokemon is told to use a move, but it does not for one reason or another), and mentioned (it is confirmed verbally by characters). I thought of using concepts from the table you used on the former anime moves page you used to work on, but I want to add a notes column as well. Reply your thoughts on all of this, please! Thank you![[User:Ctc1017|Ctc1017]] ([[User talk:Ctc1017|talk]]) 18:22, 14 December 2020 (UTC)

== Jenny (M08) ==

Hello
at [[Jenny (M08)]] you undid my edit.
Where is the source that says that Suzanne Goldish does this role? She doesn't have twitter so I can't aask her. Asside form IMDB(https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0875609/fullcredits) which you said isn't reliable, I can't find anything. Would you mind telling me where this Suzanne Goldish comes from please?
Or are you listening to that old {{p|Chatot}} from Driftveal city again?
[[User:Aden Singh|Aden Singh]] ([[User talk:Aden Singh|talk]]) 14:14, 16 December 2020 (UTC)
:I think you're better of speaking to admin about this, Bulbapedia has they policies when it comes to voice actors, we don't play it by ear. Suzanne Goldish was credited in the role by Bulbapedia before I started editing so they must have had evidence back then, unless new evidence from a reliable source comes to light, we keep Suzanne Goldish as the credited actress--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 14:26, 16 December 2020 (UTC)

And that is exactly what lead to many bogus claims in voice acting. Remember Annice Moriarty V. Kether Donohue, Ursula Conlon (Shannon Conley) V. Carol Jacobanis, etc?
[[User:Aden Singh|Aden Singh]] ([[User talk:Aden Singh|talk]]) 14:45, 16 December 2020 (UTC)

== Rinto ==

Hi, I would like to know if you can get some captures for the JN060 episode. Like, I needed the display screen for Ash's match against Rinto, one between the two facing each other (to put it in the article, right when the appearance of the display happens, there is a very good one of them in full body with their respective Pokémon [https://i.postimg.cc/QxVt3bcR/Pokemon-Sword-And-Shield-Anime-Episode-60-English-Subbed-FULL-H-mp4-snapshot-07-17.png]), and one where it shows him in full body (or at least, more than the face, to put it in the article).For this last one, this one seemed to be the best option.[https://i.postimg.cc/KvbNp1Lk/vlcsnap-2021-03-19-22h40m53s993.png ]It happens at 11:18 of the episode, more or less.

I mean, if I'm not going to give you any trouble.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 01:52, 19 March 2021 (UTC)

== Should it be mentioned ==

this is amazing the second time fully evolved for ash --Gian9456 21:53, 21 March 2021 (UTC)
:As I mentioned, second isn't notable. Things like that have been added to other pages and removed.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:54, 21 March 2021 (UTC)

== My edit on that downright terrible Psyduck episode ==

Why did you undo my edit without giving an explanation?[[User:ポッチャマ|ポッチャマ]] ([[User talk:ポッチャマ|talk]]) 19:59, 26 April 2021 (UTC)
:Please may I have an answer?[[User:ポッチャマ|ポッチャマ]] ([[User talk:ポッチャマ|talk]]) 20:07, 26 April 2021 (UTC)

== Transferring pages ==

Hi, I was wondering if you're interested in adopting some pages that I still haven't been able to put in the mainspace. Let's say, instead of being a Userpage with my nickname, put it with yours, then you would edit it as you wish.
The pages would be these here....
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Clair (anime)]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Pikachu's family]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Bea (anime)]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Tim Goodman (movie)]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Ash Ketchum (JNM)]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Heracross]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Cubone]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Absol]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/List of all World Coronation Series participants]]
*[[User:Hikaru Wazana/Electric (single)]]
Some are virtually ready, so it wouldn't need much work, but I'm doing this because I'm going to ask an administrator to delete what you're not interested in keeping active. Ash's page from the Journeys manga, I think it would be helpful to decrease the extra size of the anime counterpart's page. The biggest job there will be getting the images of his Pokémon, which requires a little searching. Bea's page I think by the end of Journeys will have enough to go to mainspace. Has interest?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 21:29, 04 August 2021 (UTC)

== JN080 ==
Hi, In today's episode, Professor Hodaka tells Goh that the Pokémon from the hunters are going to be rescued and returned to the wild. Apparently Project Mew is the Greenpeace of the Pokémon world.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:21, 10 September 2021 (UTC)
:My bad, heard them mention something about hunters but wasn't sure as I understand very little Japanese.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:20, 10 September 2021 (UTC)
::No problem, I already had access to a translated version of the episode.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:39, 10 September 2021 (UTC)

== Ash's Sirfetch’d ==
Hello, BigDocFan. How are you? Thanks for figuring out Sirfetch’d’s English voice. That’s what I helped put, but it got reverted.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 23:06, 11 September 2021 (UTC)
:You're welcome, Bulbapedia requires a reliable source for it to be allowed, luckily I'm in contact with Marc Thompson himself who confirmed it.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:40, 12 September 2021 (UTC)
:I was doing the same trying to asking him that, but didn’t get a reply yet.--[[User:CoolPokeGuy|CoolPokéGuy]] ([[User talk:CoolPokeGuy|Talk]]) 08:48, 12 September 2021 (UTC)

== Goh's elemental monkeys ==

Hi Hello. I started a page for [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's elemental monkeys|Goh's elemental monkeys]]. Still lacking information, I would like to know if you can help me with the page. Mainly with the images, the ones in the Pokémon's own article are VERY BAD (I preferred to use a random than those). I would really appreciate it if you could help me with this. --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 19:20, 23 October 2021 (UTC)
:Sure, personally I would use the existing images of Goh's Pokemon in the hopes that in the future, we will get a good clear image of them, also might I suggest the title Goh's Elemental Monkeys‎‎--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:20, 23 October 2021 (UTC)
::Thanks :D --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 19:27, 23 October 2021 (UTC)
==Hi, again==
Hi, I would like an opinion from a more experienced user. In this most recent episode, it showed of Chloe's school's interior locations, such as stairwells, a view of hallways outside classrooms and the school's boardroom. I already have the captures done, I would like your opinion, is it worth putting this or the way the page is now is already enough?As I was the one who created the page initially, I wanted to make it as complete as possible with information about classes, students and places there.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:15, 13 November 2021 (UTC)

==[[Suno and Luno]]==
Regarding your rename, do you recall where you heard the name Suno?

The name given to Luno's brother in the dub I watched was Sorin.

Wondering if there were maybe different versions. [[User:Tyciol|ty]] ([[User talk:Tyciol|talk]]) 21:01, 8 January 2022 (UTC)
:I got the names from asking members on Discord who'd seen the episode.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:04, 8 January 2022 (UTC)

== Forums links ==

If you have a specific post in a forum thread you want to link to, there's a button on the post to get a link directly to it. People can change how many posts they see per page, so a link to just the page number might not get them to the post. The post with the Kiley VA confirmation is the first post on page 37 for me, for instance. [[User:Glik|glik]][[User talk:Glik|glak]] 18:05, 21 January 2022 (UTC)
:For some reason, my copy and paste was the wrong link, why I even copied that one I don't know--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:53, 21 January 2022 (UTC)

== Motto image ==

[[File:Butch Cassidy Motto.png|thumb|200px|right]]
I like the inclusion of the flashback motto from JN095 on [[Cassidy]]'s page, but I personally think that Raticate covers them a bit too much in this specific shot. Maybe the image can be replaced by one without him? Obvioulsy this is just a suggestion.--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 15:09, 29 January 2022 (UTC)
:Fair enough, uploaded a new image without Raticate.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:18, 29 January 2022 (UTC)
::Thanks--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 15:51, 29 January 2022 (UTC)

== Ash's Talonflame Image ==
https://imgur.com/gallery/Trklo12

Hello. I don't know if you have permission, or if you're admin or not, but I tried to edit Ash's Talonflame's image, but it was locked. I assume because there just too many edits and back-and-forth arguements about the image. I found a image that might suit better than the current one, but as I said earlier, I can't edit. I was searching for users that possibly could and came to your page, so hopefully you can help. Do you think this image here is good enough to replace the current one?

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 03:17, 6 February 2022 (UTC)
:I personally prefer the current version. It is closer. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 08:41, 6 February 2022 (UTC)

== Congratulations! ==

Congrats on the promotion, pal! --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:55, 1 March 2022 (UTC)
:Thanks, I look forward to using my new powers to help Bulbapedia and the other admin--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:37, 1 March 2022 (UTC)

== Leon's Charizard ==
Hi. I don't know where else to communicate with you, so I'll be coming here. Sorry to bother, BTW. But I don't know if I'm seeing it wrong, but I think the image you uploaded for Leon's Charizard has a small error from the animation team. Charizard's eyes are completely black instead of blue like all other Charizard in the anime are depicted. I just wanted to confirm whether I noticed the error or if I was wrong about it. Again, sorry to bother.

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 06:07, 6 March 2022 (UTC)

==Covid==
Just to let anyone know, I came down with Covid19 on Monday 4th April 2022, apart from a cough and the need to self-isolate I am fine, had the vaccines and young and reasonably fit and healthy so I should be fine.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:51, 6 April 2022 (UTC)

== Italian redub and voice actors ==

Since you're specialized in VA stuff, I would like to ask a favour. I've been adding a good number of Italian roles, but there's a little issue. Since Season 1 and 3 were redubbed, I sometimes have trouble founding a standardized way way to represent VA roles without creating ambiguites. For example, in {{an|Misty}}'s page we have "Benedetta Ponticelli ([[BW116]], K2 redub)", because BW116 is the only not-redubbed episode where she voiced her and K2/TPCi redub refers to EP001-EP157 (excluding Season 2) Should this be specified to not give the impression that she voiced her in a BW116 redub? So far this has generally been done when more than one actor has voiced the same character in said redub ({{an|Giovanni}} is such a case). For comparison's sake, I suggest to look how it was handled for [[Duplica]], [[Todd Snap]], and [[Jessebelle]]. If you need more details I'll provide what I can. Thanks.--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 08:01, 16 April 2022 (UTC)
:Not really sure how to respond if I am honest, whilst I do specialize in the VA's, it is the Original Japanese and English dub that I focus on--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:33, 16 April 2022 (UTC)
::I get it. Since this could happen for every dub, I was just wondering if there was some standard on Bulbapedia for situations like this--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 19:40, 16 April 2022 (UTC)

== Fixing "gif" images ==

Can you edit this template [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Template:Ic] so it won't use gif images anymore? I sent new png images and instead of "File:{{{1|Normal}}}IC.gif" it should say "File:{{{1|Normal}}}IC RSE.png".--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 14:55, 24 April 2022 (UTC)
:Actually, Chosen already helped, but I'd ask you another thing. Would you send a few images from the anime that are missing here: [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Team_Rocket_Grunt#Contests]?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 10:40, 25 April 2022 (UTC)

== RE: Goh Pokemon Pages ==
I understand. I'll make sure to ask next time. Also, I don't know if this is the correct way to reply, or if I should've just replied on my own take page, but regardless, I'll make sure to not commit the same mistake again.

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 20:45, 1 May 2022 (UTC)

== Logo Free Images ==
Hey man, I wanted to ask: How do you obtain logo free images? The older series always have logos whenever I watch them.

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 06:25, 5 May 2022 (UTC)
:I've downloaded a lot of videos from a site called nyaa--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:47, 5 May 2022 (UTC)

::Thanks for answering! [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 20:21, 5 May 2022 (UTC)

== Champion anime pages ==
Could you move [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Lance (anime)]] and [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Diantha (anime)]] as Lance (anime) and Diantha (anime) please, because they might have made the limit for them to have their own page. Can you also make one for Steven Stone in the anime for the same reason please.--[[User:MinneG|MinnieG]] ([[User talk:MinnieG|talk]]) 15:30, 17 June 2022 (UTC)
:I'm holding off on doing your request until more senior admin approve it. If not approved straight away, I will at least start work on a page for Steven--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:45, 17 June 2022 (UTC)
::I understand and thank you.--[[User:MinneG|MinnieG]] ([[User talk:MinnieG|talk]]) 15:58, 17 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Hi Minnie, if you're helping these pages do the missing work, it makes it easier for them to get approved. I mean, Diantha's page needs a better description of League events up until the Team Flare arc. I haven't done that yet because I need to do some research, To make articles like this, I'm trying to watch the episode from the point of view of the character I'm trying to write the biography, and that's kind of complicated. I saw that Bigdocfan started one of Steven's, so I'll try to help on this one too to stay organized. I still want to see if I help with the content of the Leon's Charizard page to see if it goes to mainspace at once.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:03, 18 June 2022 (UTC)
::::I would also say that some of the grammar on those pages should be fixed up a bit as well. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:31, 18 June 2022 (UTC)

== Bulbapedia:Epicode ==

In [[Bulbapedia:Epicode]], the "Anime without epicodes" section is incomplete. Could you add the following episodes to the section?
* [[Pokémon_Mystery_Dungeon_series#List_of_animated_episodes_and_short_films]]
* [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs (anime special)]]
* [[:Category:Movie_prologues]]
* [[List_of_anime_specials#Planetarium_specials]]
* [[A Ripple in Time]]

[[User:KadenLovesVulpix|KadenLovesVulpix]] ([[User talk:KadenLovesVulpix|talk]]) 09:00, 20 June 2022 (UTC)

:Additionally, I'm not sure if clip shows or Pokétoons should be added as well to the list. [[User:KadenLovesVulpix|KadenLovesVulpix]] ([[User talk:KadenLovesVulpix|talk]]) 09:29, 20 June 2022 (UTC)

== Goh's Arctozolt ==
Hey, I rewatched some of Journeys's old episodes, and saw that Goh's Arctozolt appeared in (at least) three episodes. Its debut episode, well it was prominent for about 90% of the episode (unlike most of Goh's Pokémon). And like, I said, made a few more (somewhat) prominent appearances on Journeys. I already have a draft created and ready to post it, so may I have permission to officially post an Arctozolt article on the Main Page of Bulbapedia?

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 04:49, 26 June 2022 (UTC)
:For Arctozolt to get its own page, I feel it is going to need more prominent appearances than it has already--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:07, 27 June 2022 (UTC)
:: I see. So, if it makes one more appearance in a new episode, a page can be allowed? [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 00:17, 28 June 2022 (UTC)
:::If it has a notable role in said episode, then it should be notable enough, I would check with another admin like Force Fire to confirm it first though--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 06:44, 28 June 2022 (UTC)
:::: Alright. Keep me posted! xD [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 06:05, 29 June 2022 (UTC)

== Goh's Venomoth ==
For starters, I want to apologize for the Butterfree article without asking for permission first. I know I've been warned before, but it legit skipped my mind as I started creating it. It won't happen again, I guarantee it.

On that note, I was wondering about Goh's Venomoth. It has just about the same appearances and relevance as Goh's Butterfree, and many episodes, those two share moments together and work together as well. So, I was wondering if Venomoth should also get its own page. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 19:15, 9 July 2022 (UTC)
:I'll pass your comments on to the other admin, personally I'm not sure it is notable, Butterfree played a major part in the Cubone episode which Venomoth didn't appear in.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:19, 9 July 2022 (UTC)
:: OK. Thanks [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 02:27, 10 July 2022 (UTC)
:::The response from admin is a no, feel free to start work on your userpage like I have done with some of Goh's other Pokemon, [[User:BigDocFan/Goh's Oddish|for example]]--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:32, 10 July 2022 (UTC)
::::I'd like to give my view, sorry if it seems like an intrusion, but I think that at the current moment it's not very good to make pages for Goh's Pokémon. We're going to the moment in the anime where either Pokémon is going to be important or not, mainly because we don't know what Goh's role will be after Journeys. In theory, the only story arc that Goh will receive will be the conclusion of Project Mew and I don't think we'll see much beyond that. I say this because I intended to make a page for Regieleki, but without more information I will avoid doing it.[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 14:33, 10 July 2022 (UTC)

== discord ==

Hello, I just wanted to let you know that I deleted my discord account, if you want to contact me, send me a message on my talk page.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 20:00, 16 July 2022 (UTC)

== My edit undo ==

Hi Joe today (10.09.2022) you retracted my edit on the page about Raichu -> Minor appearances section . It said in parentheses that it was Raichu Goh's.
So that means I shouldn't add it if this Raichu was Goh'a or other trainers even though He appeared in the episode ?
I apologize for asking probably such a trivial question however I would not want to make the same mistake again.
Regards.
[[User:BartoszToLolek|BartoszToLolek]] ([[User talk:BartoszToLolek|talk]]) 22:23, 9 September 2022 (UTC)
:Simple, it was shown at Cerise Lab so it makes sense that it would be Goh's--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:12, 10 September 2022 (UTC)

::Yes I know that he belongs to Goh, He was on Cerise Lab even twice (At the beginning and end of the episode), I just mean why you removed my edit, As I wrote unfortunately I do not understand it and I would not like to make the same mistake again. There is some kind of relationship, rule or maybe my edit should appear maybe in another place ? [[User:BartoszToLolek|BartoszToLolek]] ([[User talk:BartoszToLolek|talk]]) 15:23, 10 September 2022 (UTC)
:::Goh's Raichu has her own page so the section that you added wasn't required--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:24, 10 September 2022 (UTC)
::::However, I understand that in my opinion, all in all, if there is a main page about Raichu where most of the episodes in which he appears should be listed there this episode as well as others so that you don't have to just search on each page for the given information. I also looked at the page about Goh's Raichu you mentioned and I don't see there the information that he was in the episode "Not Too Close for Comfort!" so maybe I'll add such information there ? [[User:BartoszToLolek|BartoszToLolek]] ([[User talk:BartoszToLolek|talk]]) 16:08, 10 September 2022 (UTC)
:::::Not every appearance of Raichu needs to be noted. If Raichu didn't do anything in an episode, then it's not notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:46, 10 September 2022 (UTC)

::::::Of course, I understand you, but there are really a lot of excerpted episodes in which Raichu does nothing or appears for about 4 seconds throughout the episode or is somewhere far in the background for a moment. (I am, of course, able to give examples of such episodes there are several and I know them) In my opinion, if there is already a list with such episodes then why not also add, for example, what I wanted to add. As for the episodes in which a particular Pokemon appears for only a brief moment, in my opinion it should be specified than just information that he appears there. I think it would bring more order, and there are quite a few episodes where such information would be useful in my opinio, Of course, I realize that you would have to go through hundreds of episodes now, but you can always introduce something like this ''from now on''. Greetings. [[User:BartoszToLolek|BartoszToLolek]] ([[User talk:BartoszToLolek|talk]]) 17:14, 10 September 2022 (UTC)
:::::::If the Raichu in question was [[Goh's Raichu]], then it'll never be listed in 'minor appearances' because it is already considered 'major' regardless of its role in individual episodes, and most, if not all of its appearances should be listed on the article. If we listed every time one of a main character's pokemon simply showed up in an episode as background fodder under minor appearance, that'd become untenable. You'll note that Ash's Muk doesn't have every time it hugs Oak listed under {{p|Muk|Minor}}. I suggest you read other pokemon entries to have a better handle on what the differences are on what goes under major and minor appearances.[[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 17:40, 10 September 2022 (UTC)

== Game mechanic vs. mechanic ==

Thanks for your help with the move from Rocket Brothers to Rocket Siblings. On a related note, might you be able to help facilitate a decision on a couple other pages that may need moving? The page [[Memory (game mechanic)]] and [[Mystery Dungeon game mechanics]] use the full term "game mechanic" while [[Season (mechanic)]] and [[Pokémon Tower (mechanic)]] use just "mechanic". Could we settle on one for consistency sake and then move the appropriate articles? Furthermore, Pokémon Tower (mechanic) may need to be moved to '''Pokémon Tower (Mystery Dungeon)''' to be consistent with other Mystery Dungeon-related articles such as [[Status condition (Mystery Dungeon)]]. Thoughts? [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 21:48, 12 September 2022 (UTC)
:I have passed it on to the other admin who will consider it--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:53, 12 September 2022 (UTC)

== Pokémon Mezastar and others ==

Hello, I have a series of questions and I don't know if I would get the answers from you, I hope I'm not bothering you, but here goes:
* I started a thread on Ash's page about a split, do you have any thoughts on that? Would it be possible for you to give your point of view on this? I started the initial project of what would be the new section of the games page with the presence of Ash, did you get to look?
* I put some sections referring to Pokémon Mezastar in some pages of characters, I uploaded some images too, the image of Iris I left as the main artwork of her page. Was it the best option? I mean, would it be better to leave the image of the anime itself or is the use of this better?I left it with the game art because it shows Iris with a full body, but I don't think the decision is up to me.
* Are the images properly hosted?
* I even believe that these sections need a bit of a revamp, who do I talk to to help me with the layout of the Pokémon section?
* That page I created for Diantha, do you think it has a chance of going to mainspace? I mean, she appears in several episodes after I made the first page analysis request.
I believe this is it, thanks in advance-[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 05:00, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
:Sadly admin don't feel that Diantha is notable enough for her own page yet. Haven't heard about about the Mezastar stuff yet--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:01, 16 September 2022 (UTC)

== Images Quality ==
Hey, sorry to bother. I noticed that you replaced some of my images with ones that have better quality. If you don't mind me asking, where you watch the episodes with that quality? I download them from Some-Stuffs. I don't know if that's where you watch it from, too. Regardless of whether you answer or not, again, sorry if I'm bothering. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 19:20, 22 October 2022 (UTC)
:That is strange, I get my videos from the same place, I do compare the quality of your screenshots with ones I take and find it strange that there is a slight difference in quality.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:37, 22 October 2022 (UTC)
:: Huh, that *is* weird. Anyways, thanks for answering, bro! [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 20:11, 22 October 2022 (UTC)
:::What version do you download, I always do the 1080p--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 20:20, 22 October 2022 (UTC)
:::: 1080, just like you. Through Magnet to be more exact. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 00:31, 23 October 2022 (UTC)

== RE: Userpage Policy ==
This "per server day" you said. Three times "per server day" is allowed to edit my own userpage. How long is that? Is it three edits per day, or is "server day" a different amount of days? Sorry if it seems obvious, but as the good old excuse goes: "English ain't my first language" [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 16:35, 24 October 2022 (UTC)
:I'm assuming it is three times a day with server day being Bulbapedia time, not entirely sure what that time is--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:38, 24 October 2022 (UTC)
:: So, if I wanted to create another Draft Article today, it wouldn't be allowed? I created another one, but haven't uploaded it yet. I wanted to confirm first to avoid getting into trouble. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 17:22, 24 October 2022 (UTC)
:::The server time is {{wp|UTC}}. You can usually see a clock at the top of pages near your username, but it's also reflected in things like the timestamps on history pages or Recent Changes. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 04:58, 29 October 2022 (UTC)
::::Thanks for clarifying that, means I'm only one hour ahead on the Server day--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:10, 29 October 2022 (UTC)

== Polite request to edit a page ==

hi,
I was wondering if you can edit [[User:Playerking95/Kiawe's Family's Ranch|this userpage]], [[User:Playerking95/Team Rocket's Secret Base|this]], [[User:Pokéfan95/Lindsay Sheppard|this]], and [[User:Pokéfan95/Marina Inoue|this]] to write out the categories so they do not appear in categories, if that is possible. [[User:SeichanGrey|SeichanGrey]] ([[User talk:SeichanGrey|talk]]) 13:38, 11 November 2022 (UTC)
:Done. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 20:29, 11 November 2022 (UTC)

== Button ==

Show Preview button is not available right next to save in my account it is me see previewing [[User:AlolanRanger|AlolanRanger]] ([[User talk:AlolanRanger|talk]]) 12:40, 14 November 2022 (UTC)
:Please keep talk page discussions on the page they were started at. Thank you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 13:53, 14 November 2022 (UTC)

== Pokedex page edit ==

I noticed you reverted my change on the pokedex page. I just wanted a reason why so, as "able to display Pokédex entries from any Generation VI game as well as Pokémon Sun and Moon." doesn't seem to make grammatical sense without the "game".
[[User:Luigi05|Thanks! -Luigi05]] ([[User talk:Luigi05|talk]]) 18:56, 16 November 2022 (UTC)
:That was a mistake on my part, I believe I misclicked the rollback button without realizing what would happen. I apologize for that, nothing wrong with your edit.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:11, 16 November 2022 (UTC)

== Distant Blue Sky ==
Sorry to bother you with this, but where did you find a textless version of Distant Blue Sky? [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 02:38, 26 December 2022 (UTC)
:Some-Stuffs uploaded a video on nyaa on Saturday--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 09:17, 26 December 2022 (UTC)
:: Thanks! [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 18:24, 26 December 2022 (UTC)

== your userpages for moves used by main character's pokemon ==

Although Satsjoe already created a user page for moves used by Ash's Pokémon, You should create a user page of your own for moves used by Ash's Pokemon. This is especially because not only does the page only showcases moves used by the Pokémon in their current forms (if possible), it hasn't been updated in a while and as such doesn't show any Z-Moves, Max Moves, and G-Max Moves or some new moves that Ash's Pokémon have learned later, such as Infernape learning Fire Punch. Your user pages showcase the moves used by the main character's Pokémon in all their stages not just their current stage. Please take this into consideration. Thanks![[User:Ctc1017|Ctc1017]] ([[User talk:Ctc1017|talk]]) 01:26, 12 January 2023 (UTC)

== Character sections for game based characters ==

Hello, hopefully you'll be able to address my query. Given the change and removal of the character sections from many of the pages, would it be worth giving all of these game-based characters their own anime pages? Given most appear across two or more episodes, which is the definition or recurring, so the character sections can be re-added. I and Hikaru Wazana have already been preparing a few for the mainspace, like [[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]], [[User:PardescanSlowbro/Blaine (anime)]] or [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Clair (anime)]]. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:23, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
:With Blaine having only featured in two episodes, I don't think he is notable enough for his own page, as May's father, Norman might be worthy as might Clair, will check with the other admin.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:28, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
::If this proposal is accepted, I'm guessing this will be on a case-by-case basis. Because you have characters like Erika and Chuck which have only featured properly in two episodes across two different series, plus a few flashbacks. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:43, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
:::MaverickNate is currently looking into why the Character sections were removed in the first place, it is possible I might have acted a bit too quickly with a comment, it is possible the character sections might be restored.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:45, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
::::It wasn't you or any admin who made the changes from what I could see, and it was only to some pages like the Gym Leaders for Kanto, Johto, Hoenn and other in game based characters like Malva. It was FinnishPokéFan92 who made the changes - I'm sure they'll acting on some advice. I was trying to find something in the manual of style that would answer as to why the change was made, but couldn't find anything specific. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:50, 20 January 2023 (UTC)

User talk:BigDocFan/Archive 1

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== A couple of things ==
#Welcome users with the welcome template, type out <nowiki>{{subst:welcome}}</nowiki>, or click on the template in the character palette below the edit box.
#Make sure to update your talk page when you moved it, otherwise it will redirect to your archived talk page. Simply adding a link to your archives at the top of the page will do.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:50, 24 February 2019 (UTC)

==Hey==
Great work with working on the anime pages, was wondering if you could take a look at a few of mine that could be mainspaced. [[User:BigDocFan/Toucannon's flock (anime)]], [[User:BigDocFan/Mimikins|Mimikins]], [[User:BigDocFan/Hala's Hariyama|Hala's Hariyama]], [[User:BigDocFan/Hala's Crabominable|Hala's Crabominable]], [[User:BigDocFan/Matori's Meowth|Matori's Meowth]] and [[User:BigDocFan/Professor Kukui's Braviary|Professor Kukui's Braviary]] if you get time--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:34, 8 April 2019 (UTC)
:Not a problem, I'll take a look now. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 23:30, 9 April 2019 (UTC)
::There are some pages that I feel need to wait for more to occur in the series, like Mimikins or Hala's Crabominable who generally just appear beside their Trainers, and their actions and appearances to date can simply be summarized on their respective Trainer's pages. Aside from that, the pages are looking great. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 00:39, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
:::Thanks for your help, doesn't hurt to create the pages, hoping that future appearances will be important to warrant a page of their own. Did you have a look at [[User:BigDocFan/List of Bewear rescues]]?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:08, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
::::Yes I've noticed it for quite sometime. It is a running gag, and I saw that someone was working on a Team Rocket's blastoffs page, so hopefully these can get up and running. I can add to these pages from now on, given that I tend to write many of the latest plots?
::::Also I was thinking that Mohn and Lusamine might need separate anime pages, especially with much of the stuff revealed in [[SM116]] being background info. I'd recently added pre-series sections to their "in the anime" sections, but these were just deleted by GrammarFreak01 without any notice or explanation. I haven't seen pre-series subsections for other in-game character pages like Gym Leaders or Elite Four members, even if a past event is mentioned, so I'm guessing this might be the reason for that action. Even so, many of Sun and Moon's anime characters, including those based on the games, have appeared more frequently and with greater depth than many past series.
::::I'd leave the Island kahunas, Burnet, Faba and Wicke out at the moment, even though they have appeared in more than three episodes because I feel they would probably need another 2-3 major plot features to justify a separate anime page. Your thoughts?[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:45, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
:::::Not my page but we have a work in progress for Lusamine, [[User:Riox-Ibui/Lusamine (anime)]] {{unsigned|BigDocFan}}
::::::At least that one is covered. Thank for the link to that page, I wasn't aware of that user or any of their created pages. We really need a directory of all of these works in progress to be able to keep a tab on what is being done and by who.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 09:33, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
:::::::"I haven't seen pre-series subsections for other in-game character pages like Gym Leaders or Elite Four members, even if a past event is mentioned, so I'm guessing this might be the reason for that action." Yes, pretty much. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 20:40, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
::::::::Thanks for the confirmation GrammarFreak01. As you are already aware I have added a pre-series subsection to Riox-Ibui's Lusamine (anime) page, and I will begin a Mohn (anime) page soon. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 23:23, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
:::::::::I'm not sure if a [[Mohn (anime)]] article is needed, seeing as he's appeared in flashbacks so far. Outside of that, [[Cynthia]] and [[Looker]], for example, have appeared in multiple episodes of two different [[series]] and they don't have separate articles for their anime incarnations. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 00:04, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
::::::::::Good ideas there. I'll review Cynthia and Looker's respective anime appearances sometime soon, and hopefully get a start on those new pages. Thanks.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 00:39, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:::::::::::Maybe you should discuss those ideas with an admin first. I feel like there was a reason we didn't have those kinds of articles in the first place. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 04:12, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

== Annice Moriarty origin ==

Hello
Nobody has been able to explain to me, so perhaps you could help me understand this.
Where id dpeople get the idea that Annice Moriarty and [[Kether Donohue]] were the same person, despite no official confirmation?
I am leaving out a whole lot of info I do have on Ann because I don't want my bias to show, given certain factors existing.
I mean [[Candice]] is listed as being voiced by [[Kether Donohue]] in Bulbapedia, but on TV credits no such person is on the episode.
Now that's not to say that Donohue didn't work on Pokemon as she likely did if she remembers being on Pokemon doing somebody.
However it's poor form for people to assume that Annice Moriarty and Kether Donohue were the same person, especially what happened with the Caren Manuel, Alyson Johnson and Kathleen Delaney thing.
What happened there was people thought that Kathleen Delaney and Allyson Johnson were pseudonyms of Caren Manuel/Caren Lyn Tackett. Hence the long-time belief that Manuel voiced Rouge the Bat (4kids dub of all Sonic media during 2003-2010)and [[Agatha]] from season 8 of Pokemon.
I'm frustrated quite a bit at the lack of explanation as to why it is that people believed Annice Moriarty and Kether Donohue to be the same person.
Where did they get this from?
I also want to note that just because a belief is long-held does not make it true.
Again I do have info on Ann, but I can't prove it yet and Ann doesn't have social media anymore for now, I can't link y'all to her.
I'm just asking where did it come from, that Donohue, a Caucasian woman used the name Annice Moriarty?

Annice by the way is pronounced as Ann-nih-say. It is a Malagasy name. I won't say anymore as I do have a slight bias, but I just wish to shine a light on the sources that we get pseudonym information from not just given my sister Ann, but also given the Caren Lyn Manuel/Kathleen Delaney/Allyson Johnson thing.
Any help in understanding where this came form and why it was accepted so long with no real proof would be great.
This way when I correct it I know what to correct without my bias being in play.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 23:32, 10 April 2019 (UTC)
:I'm afraid I don't work in the voice actors space, and won't be able to offer you any insight. A quick search didn't yield any answers either. As said by ForceFire, documented proof from either actress would help confirm your suspicions. BigDocFan may be of assistance? [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 23:50, 10 April 2019 (UTC)

BDF hasn't answered me neither, I'm not saying he's unhelpful just that he hasn' tidentified a source.
I agree with FF that there needs to be proof. I want to start another discussion with BDF but am affraid it will divert again.
It's difficult approaching it without showing my bias, whcih I am doing my best here.
That's why I will no longe redit those articles at all, but I will instead push for discussions not just on Ann, but on pseudonym verifications in general.
Do you thin that would be a fiar approach?
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 00:11, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:I'm afraid discussion posts don't get the attention they may deserve. It is best to leave it, as frustrating as that may be, until either you or someone else has new evidence to present to an admin like ForceFire who would be able to verify, and thus allow any changes to go forward.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 00:36, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

It's just strange having my sister's name associated with a Caucasian women, if I may be totally honest. However I am doing my level best to not have that be a factor in the general discussion about pseydonym verification.
I hope to be able to expand my knowledge of Pokemon so I can do more than just a one-purpose account thing. My original purpose was to stop this unsourced and untrue claim about Ann, but decided to maybe learn about Pokemon, and maybe help out where Bulbapedia needs help.
thanks.
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 01:10, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
::I can understand the racial appropriation argument, as it was present in many of the internet forums regarding this case. Is it possible your sister could make contact with Kether Donohue? If they appeared in a video together to address the controversy, or if the dubbing company was able to confirm details for Bulbapedia, either of those would be a big piece of evidence that would help prove your point. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 01:20, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

Ann's going to be fre ein August, I know she's doing some stuff here in Africa right now. She's helping out with Mozambique right now, as they just went through a horrible storm.
When Ann is back in NY I hope she will take this suggestion, I will forward it to her.
I don't know who to reach out to at duart, nor am I sure if Ann remembers who to reach out to, but we will do our best.
I posted on BDF's page about verification of pseudonyms in the future to avoid cases like this.
thanks
[[User:African Vulture|African Vulture]] ([[User talk:African Vulture|talk]]) 01:41, 11 April 2019 (UTC)
:::Sorry to use your talk page about this PardescanSlowbro. I have four things to say
:::1 I've adviced you in the past which you haven't listened to.
:::2 I'm trying not to get involved.
:::3 You posted at 00:20 GMT so I was in bed.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:27, 11 April 2019 (UTC)

==Horacio's Vikavolt==
Was wondering if you could give me a hand with [[User:BigDocFan/Horacio's Vikavolt]] please?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:40, 28 April 2019 (UTC)

==Grandpa Forest==
Sorry to keep disturbing you, was wondering if you could assist with [[User:BigDocFan/Grandpa Forest]]--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:19, 20 May 2019 (UTC)
:By the looks of it, the page is looking succinct and requires minimal changes. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 13:19, 20 May 2019 (UTC)
::Thanks--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:32, 20 May 2019 (UTC)

==Melemele Greens==
Was wondering if you could expand the {{DL|Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime|Melemele Greens}} section in the Recurring wild Pokémon in the anime page.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:51, 24 May 2019 (UTC)
:After I've watched the two recent episodes I'll be more than able to edit that section. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 23:06, 24 May 2019 (UTC)

==Totem Pokémon (anime)==
Was wondering if you could give me a hand in making [[User:BigDocFan/Totem Pokémon (anime)]] ready for possible mainspacing. My plan is to include the Ally Pokémon as well.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 21:20, 10 June 2019 (UTC)
:I'm not sure if the page is required at the moment as many of the Totem and ally Pokémon tend to only appear in one episode, and the currently concise anime coverage serves this purpose well. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 10:00, 11 June 2019 (UTC)
::Force Fire felt it wasn't needed so asked for the page to be deleted--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:50, 11 June 2019 (UTC)
:::It's a tough choice to let something go, especially with the time and effort put in. However some of the work you put surely could have a place on the Totem Pokémon page's anime subsection? [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:54, 12 June 2019 (UTC)

==Lillie's Family Mansion==
Was wondering if you could give me a hand with [[User:BigDocFan/Lillie's Family Mansion]]?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:39, 18 June 2019 (UTC)
:It's an interesting idea. However we currently don't even articles for other main characters' homes, even Ash's home is merely cited on the [[Pallet Town]] page. I'd ask an admin before going any further with this page. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:17, 19 June 2019 (UTC)

== Re: Improvement notices ==

If you have a problem with the cleanup messages I keep putting up because of their vagueness, I suggest bringing it up with an admin for deletion. As far as I'm concerned, they're still appropriate for usage, otherwise they wouldn't be templates by now. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:57, 21 June 2019 (UTC)

== Masters Animated Trailer ==

I've created [[User:GrammarFreak01/Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer|a userspace article]] on the [[Pokémon Masters]] animated trailer that came out today. Right now, I've copy-and-pasted the entire [[Pokémon Omega Ruby and Pokémon Alpha Sapphire Animated Trailer]] article so it can serve as a guideline on how to construct the article, and I plan to begin the real work later today. But if you so wish, you're free to help me out on that userspace article in any way you can. Your assistance would be very much appreciated. :) [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 02:53, 28 June 2019 (UTC)

==Hala (SM128)==
Was wondering if you could add information to Hala's page regarding his role in [[SM128]]--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:28, 15 July 2019 (UTC)
:I've just added it in, plus the beginnings of a character section. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 11:40, 15 July 2019 (UTC)

==Hau's Decidueye/Hau (anime)==
Was wondering if you could assist with expanding the Personality and characteristics sections for [[User:BigDocFan/Hau's Decidueye]] and [[User:BigDocFan/Hau (anime)]] please?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:09, 28 July 2019 (UTC)
:I'll have something written once the [[Manalo Conference]] has been completed. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 11:49, 29 July 2019 (UTC)
::Fair enough, they'll likely have shown more character by then--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:53, 29 July 2019 (UTC)
:::That's right, it'll be a more complete picture. Plus there are other characters recurring characters like [[Acerola]] and [[Molayne]] who I'll be writing stuff up for as well.
:::Congratulations on the [[Toucannon's flock]] page being mainspaced [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 11:56, 29 July 2019 (UTC)
::::Thanks, its always good when one of my pages becomes mainspaced, hopefully Hau (anime) and Hau's Decidueye will join them--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:12, 29 July 2019 (UTC)

==Nina==
Sorry to add to your work, filling in pages is certainly your area of expertise. Was wondering if you could feel [[Nina]]'s Character page when you get a chance?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 16:19, 5 August 2019 (UTC)
:I hadn't even considered this one. I will eventually get onto it. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 09:17, 6 August 2019 (UTC)

==Mimo==
When you get a chance, I was wonder if you could help expand [[Mimo]]'s character page?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 13:27, 18 August 2019 (UTC)

== Gorochu ==

[https://i.imgur.com/X7Nd9fe.jpg This screenshot] has been adopted by several sites, can you tell me if it is not a fake [[User:Super-mario|Super-mario]] ([[User talk:Super-mario|talk]]) 20:35, 20 September 2019 (UTC)
:I'm afraid I can't really make a call on that one. As with all of the spaceworld leaks, these are currently being investigated by other members and the admins of Bulbapedia to ensure they are genuine. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 00:02, 21 September 2019 (UTC)
::Thanks anyway [[User:Super-mario|Super-mario]] ([[User talk:Super-mario|talk]]) 07:13, 21 September 2019 (UTC)

== Amity Square ==

We're not here to show off our writing skills. Our language style must be neutral, so there's no need for unnecessary adjectives. You have a tendency of doing that. Also, for some reason, you always have empty spaces at the end of every other paragraph. Care to explain that? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 07:50, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:It is one word and a useless edit on your part. You keep judging my writing as too much, but only you have issues with it.
:Microsoft Word, I've tried to delete the spaces, but they don't come up on my view. But as said by myself and the admins it isn't an issue that distorts anything [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 07:54, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::Again: we're not here to show off our writing skills. You don't decide what is good English and what isn't here. Also, if you just click your mouse at the end of your sentences, you'll easily find it. It's unnecessary code. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 07:55, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::I'm not "showing off my writing skills", rather I am trying to make it as engaging a read while still being concise.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 07:58, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::"I am trying to make it as engaging a read". That's ''precisely'' my point here. We shouldn't do that. Just get the facts across. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:00, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::::This is a fan site, meaning it does have to be interesting. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:04, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::::This is NOT a fan site; it's a wiki. Like Wikipedia, this site's only purpose is to provide the facts about Pokémon. You don't see any Wikipedia articles having flashy language, now do you? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:05, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::::::My language isn't flashy. It may not be how you would put things, and that's okay as it still gets the facts across in clear and concise manner. No harm done by the inclusion of adjectives to better explain a concept. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:10, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::::::You're literally the only one who writes this way. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:12, 18 December 2019 (UTC)

== Cleanup sections ==

While we're on the above note, the cleanup messages you've been complaining about are extremely useful for other users to know the plot summaries need to be improved on, especially when the original user doesn't have the time to fix everything. Please don't overreact and take it as a slight, PardescanSlowbro. Otherwise, just go to an admin about deleting them. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:21, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:Not when users like you are just adding them onto pages. As said to both you and the other user, why not make the changes required.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:25, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::Like I said earlier, because there's no time. Plus, there's a reason why these templates exist. How else are users supposed to use them (or similar templates) when you believe all they have to do is make the necessary changes? It'll make their existence pointless, which means there's nothing wrong with using them. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:27, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::You are to leave my talk page and any comments I make on others pages alone, no exceptions, Edit stalker.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:29, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::Edit stalking is pretty much how I edit any article, not just ones you've edited. How else am I supposed to find articles to edit? Stop being so offended. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:31, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::::Also, I have a right to leave my two cents into that conversation you had with that other user because you raised the exact same complaint with me way back when. It's really silly that you're offended by a simple notification template like that, so I had to comment on it. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:33, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::::Not offended, it was just a series of pointless edits. And if the user had no time to make any changes, then why bother at all.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 08:34, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::::::I see they've also been doing some proofreading edits, all of which were pretty quick, so it's not entirely pointless. Based on my personal experiences, it looks like the user was on a time crunch. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:38, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
::::::::Users have a right to make whatever edits they need to make. You can't expect them to take care of everything in one go. There's always a reason why they need their edits to be quick. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:40, 18 December 2019 (UTC)
:::::::::And when I say "them", I mean "all of them". Everyone edits at their own speed, and you can't expect everyone to edit articles in their entirety all the time like you do. Sorry for the lack of clarification. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 08:50, 18 December 2019 (UTC)

== Did you notice? ==

I'm extremely grateful to you for having taken on the tremendous task of fixing all faulty anime episode synopsises. Yesterday, you fixed the synopsis for Holiday Hi-Jynx, but did you notice that the synopsis for Snow Way Out! is also apparently in the need of cleanup? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 12:01, 24 January 2020 (UTC)
:No I hadn't actually. Now I know, I'll work on it soon. Thanks [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:23, 24 January 2020 (UTC)
::No problem. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 12:27, 24 January 2020 (UTC)

== "Pitstop" vs. "pit-stop" ==

I don't know what to tell you. My browser's spell-checker isn't registering "pitstop" as a word un-hyphenated. Is that supposed to be the international English spelling? [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:04, 28 April 2020 (UTC)
:Pit stop as two separate words is a racing term, pitstop meanwhile is the correct way. EIther way no hyphen required. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 09:08, 28 April 2020 (UTC)
::https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pit%20stop

::https://www.dictionary.com/browse/pit-stop

::https://dictionary.cambridge.org/us/dictionary/english/pit-stop

::https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=pit%20stop

::https://www.yourdictionary.com/pit-stop

::https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/pit%20stop

::https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/pit-stop

::https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/pit_stop

::According to these sources, it doesn't seem like it doesn't matter; "pit stop" is the unanimous word to use. [[User:GrammarFreak01|GrammarFreak01]] ([[User talk:GrammarFreak01|talk]]) 09:16, 28 April 2020 (UTC)

== Pokémon removals from towns ==

What’s going on with that, exactly? I’ve seen two down to a single Pokémon without explanation--[[User:KnightGalarie|KnightGalarie]] ([[User talk:KnightGalarie|talk]]) 14:26, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
:I've spoken with the admins about this already, having made changes to many Contest town pages in the past, the deleted Pokémon belong to Trainers in a competition rather than the actual location. The seen in locations are reserved for Pokémon that are either wild or knowingly inhabit the area. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 14:30, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
::Okay, yeah, that makes sense. Carry on.--[[User:KnightGalarie|KnightGalarie]] ([[User talk:KnightGalarie|talk]]) 14:35, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
:::All good. Thanks for the query, [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 14:37, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
::::As long as I’ve got you, I’ve been looking at the Recurring Wild Pokemon in the anime page and noticed the redundancy with the Meltan clan. There’s also the fact that by fusing with the one Ash caught, they’re no longer wild because they’re part of the Melmetal entity. So shouldn’t either the section be removed or the bullet be removed? I’m thinking of going with expanding the bullet to cover the whole clan, mention how initially one was caught but they all came back together by fusing and evolving, kind of like a concise version of the section. --[[User:KnightGalarie|KnightGalarie]] ([[User talk:KnightGalarie|talk]]) 14:44, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
:::::It is an odd case. Personally I'm in favor of removing it from the recurring wild Pokémon category, and would consider it now part of Ash's Melmetal. I'd bring it up with an admin before making any change, Blazingfist or ForceFire will give you an answer quickly. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 14:49, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
::::::Thanks so much. Also, I want to commend you on the Princess Festival reorganization. As much as losing the more minor competitors’ Pokémon might hurt, it at least takes a more decisive option (the menusprites) on the pictures of Ash’s Pokémon, which by previously using their main pics instead of the ones they use on their section for Misty, was basically taking the worst option of the three--[[User:KnightGalarie|KnightGalarie]] ([[User talk:KnightGalarie|talk]]) 15:14, 11 May 2020 (UTC)
:::::::Thanks. I'll be doing the same for other articles as well. Feel free to comment on some of the talk page discussions for merges and deletions, there are several pages I'm hoping to see streamlined. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 09:20, 13 May 2020 (UTC)

== Participant Pokémon lists ==

Why are you removing the lists of participating Pokémon from anime competition pages? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:36, 13 May 2020 (UTC)
:You should have messaged first before before undoing the edits. Streamlining everything, plus I'm going for a consistent layout with other pages. The non-notable and unnamed competitors don't need to be listed.[[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 13:50, 13 May 2020 (UTC)

== Benny (146) ==

Instead of running to the next admin to get the answer you want, you could've just continued our discussion until you felt that it wasn't going anywhere. One response does not mean the end. To answer your rebuttal, I've already explained why changing the layout was unnecessary, ''the Pokemon already have articles and the information you placed can be found there''. They only get the bigger templates if they have no article and there's no where to place their information. And the sentence rewording again wasn't necessary. There is ''no'' consistency problem. Every article does ''not'' need to have the same sentence structure. They can be different. Thank you.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:58, 10 October 2020 (UTC)

== Darla (EP043) ==

Although this was over two years ago, only recently I noticed that you added [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=EP043&type=revision&diff=2809445&oldid=2806416 the information] about Melvin's assistant girl from [[EP043]] being named Darla. Do you happen to still remember where you took this information from? I rewatched the episode and checked the Pokemon.com subtitles and her name is never told there. Does it come from DVD subtitles, novelization book series (not sure if this episode ever got one), anime comic or some other source? --[[User:Maxim|Maxim]] ([[User talk:Maxim|talk]]) 11:12, 3 March 2021 (UTC)

== Welcome back? ==

It's been a while since you've been here. Will you be getting back to main space edits soon? Just curious. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:08, 3 May 2021 (UTC)

== Welcome back ==
Just wanting to wish you a very warm welcome back to Bulbapedia, hope all is well.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:10, 5 January 2023 (UTC)
: Thanks - not quite. I'm only here on the off-chance and with the anime featuring Ash coming to a close, I thought it might be exciting times ahead. Anyway, congratulations on the promotion into an admin position. Nice to see the site being a little more vibrant with a few new names as regular contributors to things. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 14:22, 6 January 2023 (UTC)

== Force Fire talk page ==
With your latest talk page comment for Force Fire in their archives, might I suggest posting it on their most recent talk page--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 12:11, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
:Normally yes - though he archived it in days of that post and the query was never addressed. I thought it was worth keeping everything together. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:13, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
::Please use the current talk page. You know how this works.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:34, 20 January 2023 (UTC)
:::Noted. I just wanted an answer to that query and it got archived soon after it was posted. Anyway, I've forwarded it through to BigDocFan to see if game based characters can get separate anime pages and under what conditions, [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:39, 20 January 2023 (UTC)

User:PardescanSlowbro

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PardescanSlowbro: /* Human Characters */

==Works in Progress==
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! style="background: #{{heartgold color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Winner
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

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! style="background: #{{soulsilver color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Runner Up
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
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|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}
===Anime===
====Events & Festivals====

====Human Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Blaine (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chuck (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chōta]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Erika (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jasmine (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]]

====Locations====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jojo Island]]

====Pokémon Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Big Town Pokémon]]

===Merchandise===
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Bandai 3D Evo Lenticular Cards]] ‎
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Pokémon Advanced Holo cards]]

==Mainspaced Works==
*[[Alola TV]]
*[[Aura Guardian Festival]]
*[[Bewear's den]]
*[[Bloom Canyon]]
*[[Camphrier Harvest Festival]]
*[[Chapman Research Lab]]
*[[Coumarine City Festival]]
*[[CTV news crew]]
*[[Eindoak Harvest Festival]]
*[[Flower Garden Troupe]]
*[[Ho-Oh Shrine]]
*[[Izabe Lake]]
*[[Legend Festival]]
*[[Light trio (anime)]]
*[[Lugia (anime)]]
*[[Luka's great-grandfather]]
*[[Malamar (anime)]]
*[[Marie's grandfather]]
*[[Mateo and Marissa's grandfather]]
*[[May Festival]]
*[[Misty Village]]
*[[Parade of the Chinchou]]
*[[Pershie]]
*[[Pokémon Advanced battle figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Electronic Figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Micro Playset]]
*[[Pokémon hunters (M21)]]
*[[Pokémon Lenticular Cards]]
*[[Pokémon Kit Models]]
*[[Pokémon poacher (M04)]]
*[[Pokémon Fossil Research Lab]]
*[[Pokémon Stadium Action 3D's]]
*[[Pokémon Street Performer Festival]]
*[[Pokémon Training Center]]
*[[Pokéstar Studios Film Competition]]
*[[Prism Star (TCG)]]
*[[Subway Bosses's Stamp Rally]]
*[[The Marina Group]]
*[[The Protectors]]
*[[Trapinch underground labyrinth]]
*[[Unnamed island (EP060)]]
*[[Wela Fire Festival]]

User talk:BigDocFan/Archive 1

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PardescanSlowbro: /* Character sections for game based characters */ new section

User talk:PardescanSlowbro

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PardescanSlowbro: /* Force Fire talk page */

User talk:Force Fire/Archive 13

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PardescanSlowbro: /* Anime Character sections */

{{User:Force Fire/Archive}}

== Suggestions ==

Hi! Where could I submit suggestions for the editorial board to consider? I've just finished completing the learnsets for every move in LA and with that I'd like to drastically overhaul/simplify how the move learnset templates look. It'd be a lot of work, but there is plenty of time until the next games. I already discussed the matter with [[User:SnorlaxMonster]] who broadly supported it, so I'd like to start the official process of having my suggestions evaluated/fine-tuned/accepted. You can find everything you need to know [[User:Oneofthosedf/Sandbox|in my sandbox]].

Another suggestion would be using galleries when we list the confirmed Pokémon an artist has designed. This seems pretty straight-forward to me, I hope I don't need to list reasons as to why. It would really help people understand and appreciate the artists more.

[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] ([[User talk:Oneofthosedf|talk]]) 20:50, 18 February 2022 (UTC)

:Could I at least get an answer? Or could you redirect me to a person who can help me with the process?

: '''[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] [[User talk:Oneofthosedf|(talk)]] [[Special:Contributions/Oneofthosedf|(contribs)]] 15:52, 24 February 2022 (UTC)
::Apologies for the late response. I'll briefly go over your points. Point 1 and 4 seem to go hand in hand, I wouldn't mind using the sugimori artwork in favor of the menusprites for single image templates. Using them for a list makes the template look larger than it needs to be, so menusprites (being smaller) works better imo. As for the types, the older ones are preferred because the text is larger than those on the newer symbols. The new symbol may look nicer but it doesn't help those unaware of what those smbol represents.
::For points 2 and 3, Maahirmomtaz is in the wrong here. I have no idea why they are making those edits and someone should ask them why on their talk page. If they doesn't respond, then staff can make them respond. Using the sup template for game specific moves is indeed how we do things. Though I do agree that it has recently gotten ridiculous, and your templates are indeed a better way of showing them. I don't think having both games and generations in one header would be confusing, as long as the reader understands the purpose of such layout.
::For point 5, I'm 50/50 on it. I think they should be separated for being completely different learning methods, but I can understand merging them to save space.
::As for the galleries, eh. We don't do that for voice actor articles, so I don't think it's worth doing it for the designer articles. Just bloats the article up, imo.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:29, 1 March 2022 (UTC)

:::Thank you for the response. I hope I didn't come off as arrogant, but I'm just used to sending a reminder to offices IRL. There was no frustration behind it.
:::The two points that I care about most are #3 and #5, the ones that would require the most work and the ones that are most needed. I'll address all of them one by one briefly.
:::'''1:''' I just think the different line heights look pretty jarring. Consistency is always the best, and considering we can fix all the templates that use menusprites this easily, it should be done. I do dislike that all of them need to be 68x68, but that's life. Nothing we can do about that (unless of course we move away from pixel art, which gives us endless sclability options).
:::'''2&3:''' I think they noticed the situation getting ridiculous as well. If my suggestions are accepted, we would only need to use the superscripts for the few forms and new Pokémon that were introduced in Pt, B2W2, ORAS and USUM. I trust the reader will understand it. But we can always leave a note in the footer explaining that Gen VII and Gen VIII needed to be broken up.
:::'''4:''' I think the era of menusprites is over. We'll inevitably get confirmation in a few months when the SV trailers start to showcase some gameplay. But neither BDSP nor LA uses them anymore. I think it's done. Consistency is always the best move, and a core quality of Bulbapedia. I love the spritework personally, but they don't look as good on the Switch as they do on Bulbapedia. We can't keep using menusprites and the LA headshots with whatever SV will introduce, then a possible fourth artstyle by the end of 2023. I understand the issue with the Sugimori artworks taking up too much place, but technically they wouldn't. There would be just less white spaces. I pray for a game where every Pokémon is available again (mainly for this reason), but until then the Sugimori artworks are the only thing every Pokémon has (Eiscue forms and Galarian Zen Darmanitan don't need to be incldued, thankfully). I also don't think they look bad, I can try making a longer list with 100+ Pokémon if that's something you think would be more convincing.
:::'''4:''' As for the type bars, I'm not sure that I understand your complaint. I don't see why we'd need to use the ones from 2006. AFAIK the Fairy type bars are fan-made. My sandbox displays the version with the type names. They are perfectly legible, and the symbols aren't too small either. The colors broadly fit the colors Bulbapedia uses as well. We should move away from pixel art, because monitors with higher resolutions don't accommodate them too well. I need to zoom out a whole lot for them to look crisp. Ironically the type bars I am using are now obsolete as well, BDSP, LA and SV use a new version, so I shall implement those (though I'd need permission to remove the dead space around them).
:::'''5:''' This is partly about future-proofing, partly about reducing bloat, and partly about displaying information as neatly as possible. I am certain we will get new learning/tutoring methods later down the line, and we don't need another section for Giga Drain with 300+ entries that contains the same information. It also addressed the issue with moves that keep going for TMs to tutors to TRs, then back to tutors, etc. I don't think it would be confusing at all.
:::'''Galleries:''' I wouldn't want them to be used on voice actor pages either, utterly useless IMO. I think there is a stronger argument for displaying artworks on the pages of the designers. A list just feels lifeless, while a gallery feels respectful to the artists, and helps users understand their design philosophy.
:::I want to get as much input from experienced users as possible. I really want these changes to accommodate everyone, since I think this is the way going forward and something no other big sites have. How should I go about gaining supporters for this? I refrained from writing individual community members as I feel that constitutes as spam. '''[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] [[User talk:Oneofthosedf|(talk)]] [[Special:Contributions/Oneofthosedf|(contribs)]]''' 12:57, 1 March 2022 (UTC)
::::Your posts doesn't seem arrogant or confrontational at all. I can understand wanting to bump a discussion when an admin doesn't respond to it. If you want to reach out to more users but not spam multiple talk pages, you can always use the [[Editor's hub]] talk page. Though going to a staff member works just as well, as they will most likely relay the message onto the other staff members in the staff discord.
::::1: Nothing we can do if the images are of varying sizes. We can't expand the smallest menusprite to be the same size as the largest menusprite.
::::2/3: Seems we are in agreement on this. I don't mind separate columns within a generation for separate games.
::::4: I was actually under the impression that the artwork would make the other cells have more whitespace than needed as opposed to menusprites, but checking now, doesn't seem to be the case. Probably is more ideal looking comparing the two again.
::::4: As for the types, (if I remember correctly) that was what was mentioned as the reason for using the older type images in a staff chat. The text would appear too small in the size we would have them, as opposed to the older images where the text were essentially the image. It's probably fine for mobile, but not so much for desktop.
::::5: Yeah, not entirely against reducing repeated information, so I won't be bother if we do decide to merge them together.
::::Galleries: That's understandable. I think having the images be smaller would change my mind, just having them how it is on your page makes it seem cluttered.
::::And just a couple points about your templates: I think leaving the tutor/tm/tr row white works best to avoid color clashes (using EP for IoA may or may not be confused with CT, unless there's not much of a difference in movesets), and leaving out games where the move isn't coded in makes sense (though I think a note in the footnote might be best to avoid confused users asking questions).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:53, 2 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::1: I was thinking about what we have on the [[Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl]] page. The version-exclusive list already uses the Moveevtrytm template, so we'd only need to change the headers (I think). The images are not altered, only centered. I am not exactly sure which part of the code makes them appear this way, but you can't deny that it looks more cohesive.
:::::4: Here is an image (https://imgur.com/n0czury) I want you to look at. I use 2560x1440 monitors and at default zoom, everything on Bulbapedia appears to me as it does in the bottom row. Amazing for artworks. So much detail. Terrible for spritework, unfortunately. In order to enjoy them, I need to use 80% zoom (the standard for smaller resolutions), which makes everything tiny. You can also compare the readability of the type bars on the image. Exact same font height. I think one can read both just fine. By completely getting rid of spritework, we now have a zoom-proof wiki. People who are hard of seeing can now freely zoom in without the fear of blurry pixelart. So my proposal actually accommodates readability, if you think about it. It also shows that we don't need to stick with 68px, we can go smaller, if we want to further reduce scrolling. Or we can use 70px on move pages, but go with 50px for the headers on Pokémon pages. Endless possibilities. It would need some manual work, since the naming conventions for menusprites and Sugimori artwork are different, but that's part of future-proofing.
:::::Galleries: Okay, I'll make some variations. I just used the default Bulbapedia gallery, I'm fine with scaling down.
:::::IoA is unfortunately completely unreadable on a white background, and since it's neither a game, neither a separate DLC, using the EP superscript is more accurate. We don't list the tutor locations on the move pages (not in this case), so it doesn't matter whether it's obvious that the tutors are available on the IoA or the CT. Anyone who has access to one of them, automatically can access the other. '''[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] [[User talk:Oneofthosedf|(talk)]] [[Special:Contributions/Oneofthosedf|(contribs)]]''' 15:36, 2 March 2022 (UTC)
::::::1:The way it's done on the bdsp article is indeed good, that's because the moveentry template has the image align-centered and at a height of 70px. I should note that I'm under the impression that the problem here is the size discrepancy between menusprites, hence "Nothing we can do if the images are of varying sizes." The LA menusprites, on the other hand, would lean me towards using sugimori art due to them being way different than the usual menusprites.
::::::4:Seems you're using a slightly bigger screen that me. But still, for me at least, menusprites or sugimori artwork still look completely fine regardless of 80% or 100% scale. But I am leaning towards sugimori art. As for type images, I still stand by using the older ones. Same as the menusprite vs artwork, I personally can see both just fine regardless of scale, but the text of the newer images being slightly squished to make way for the symbol wuld make it slightly harder to read.
::::::Galleries: They look fine now. TRG didn't really need to add examples of other designers, just one example is fine. If you are fine with the approval of one admin, you can go ahead and add the galleries.
::::::Fair enough, I don't have much else to say about the templates design wise, so they're fine by me.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:45, 6 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Thanks, my next post will be on the [[Bulbapedia talk:Editor's Hub|Editor's Hub]]. I am 100% on the side of using Sugimori, so I'm happy with your replies. My original idea for the type bars was just to use the highlighted texts we use everywhere else on Bulbapedia. I don't know if their implementation is feasible, but I'll ask around and if it is, I'll throw it in the suggestion. I'm thinking of something like this (visual edit, not coded): https://imgur.com/msd1Gzi. I'll go ahead and add the galleries, and I'm thankful for TRG, because they did save me a lot of work. '''[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] [[User talk:Oneofthosedf|(talk)]] [[Special:Contributions/Oneofthosedf|(contribs)]]''' 14:28, 6 March 2022 (UTC)
::::::::Hey! I finally posted my full suggestion on the [[Bulbapedia talk:Editor's Hub|Editor's Hub]]. '''[[User:Oneofthosedf|Oneofthosedf]] [[User talk:Oneofthosedf|(talk)]] [[Special:Contributions/Oneofthosedf|(contribs)]]''' 22:20, 22 October 2022 (UTC)

== Designers ==

I had a thought that it would be nicer to find all designers by giving them navigation infobox. I made it here, can I add it? [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User:Team_Rocket_Grunt&oldid=3489199#Designer_Template]--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 16:30, 6 March 2022 (UTC)
:Sure. Surprised we don't already have a category for them as well, though both a nav box and category would probably be redundant.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 11:47, 7 March 2022 (UTC)
::Thanks.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 12:52, 7 March 2022 (UTC)

== Reverting literally all of my edits ==

ForceFire, why are you reverting literally all of my edits you notice? You seem to be biased against me like I'm an undercover Soviet (which I am NOT!). Can you please explain this? [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 18:33, 12 March 2022 (UTC)
:I monitor the recent changes regularly and check edits that catch my attention, especially if it's a user that has made problematic edits in the past. You are not the first user that I have monitored the edits of.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 19:20, 12 March 2022 (UTC)

But why are you calling literally all my edits problematic? [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 19:21, 12 March 2022 (UTC)
:Because you've either A)[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Earth_Power_(move)&diff=prev&oldid=3487028 added] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Flygon_(Pok%C3%A9mon)&diff=prev&oldid=3476113 very] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Giratina_(Pok%C3%A9mon)&diff=prev&oldid=3387459 unnotable] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=May_(anime)&diff=prev&oldid=3463623 trivia] B) [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=List_of_Pok%C3%A9mon_with_gender_differences&diff=prev&oldid=3490879 constantly] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=List_of_Pok%C3%A9mon_with_form_differences&diff=prev&oldid=3490878 reverted] edits, i.e. edit war or C) [[Talk:Pokémon controversy#Highly Risky/Inappropriate Website Link|Have very]] [[Talk:Gender#Inappropriate citation|extreme views]] [[Bulbapedia_talk:General disclaimer#Wikipedia links|on things]] that we can't control. That's why your edits are "problematic" and are worth monitoring.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 19:30, 12 March 2022 (UTC)

Firstly, I'll have you know that I have religious beliefs against sexuality and that's why I've tried to sex-proof Bulbapedia by removing links like that.

Second, my edit on the form difference page was a legitimate edit because there are Pokemon that change HP stay based on their formes, such as Zygarde. It says on there "other than HP" which is genuinely incorrect.

Third, you are right that I should not be adding personal opinions like my similarities to May or that Giratina is my favorite Pokemon, but some people do legitimately mistake Flygon for a Pseudo-legendary, for example. I added that piece of information specifically because I've had people say to me that Flygon among a few others is a Pseudo-legendary, and I even specified why in the trivia it was not.

At this point I think you are completely biased against me, whether it's because of stupid mistakes I did make or simply because you disagree with me, but that is no reason to treat me this way. I've been treated this way by too many people in my life and I'm tired of it. I've already mentioned this to a member of the editorial board in fact. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 22:11, 12 March 2022 (UTC)
:The fact that most of your edits were reverted by me is just a consequence of me monitoring the recent changes and checking edits of users that have made problematic edits in the past. You are not the first, nor are you the only, nor will you be the last user whose edits I monitor from the recent changes.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:29, 13 March 2022 (UTC)

== Pages for analysis ==

Hello, I'm sending this message to ask about the possibility that these pages here meet requirements to go to mainspace. Boldore's page, I think, will fulfill the requirements from Friday's episode. I'm also sending a link with a shortcut to some Trainer templates for some characters, I know some of them don't meet the requirements, but probably one or two might work.

The other two are from events that happened and don't have pages, I tried to follow the same pattern as other events in the anime. I'm sending mainly because I have a lot of pages to be mounted in my userspace, and I want to try to reduce that amount.

* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Mewtwo (game)]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Boldore]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Ash Ketchum (A Ripple in Time)]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Pokémon Flower Arrangement]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Sinnoh Fair]]
* [[User:Hikaru_Wazana#Templates|Templates]]

There are some from other users, i hope I don't have a problem with that, which I also wanted to know if it was possible to be analyzed.

* [[User:Pikablu/Gladion’s Zoroark]]
* [[User:05308/Professor Sycamore's Garchomp]]
* [[User:Lockheedpryde/Francois]]

These are pages that I helped in some sections and that I wanted to work on more, but as they are pages of other users, I don't know if something can be done without their consent. And some of them aren't often here, so there's little point in trying to get in touch.

I thank you in advance.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 03:25, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
:Mewtwo's role in the game is not as notable or important to the plot of its game as Arceus is to Legends. Not every Pokemon is a sliver of importance in a game is notable for its own article. And adding its appearance in other media doesn't make it notable.
:Goh's Boldore would be notable, regardless of its role in the next episodes, as it had an important role in a previous episode.
:I think the Ash article is fine.
:Both Flower Arrangement and Sinnoh Fair would need a bit of cleanup, some external link template at the bottom, and they're good.
:For the Anime character Pokemon tmeplates, we only makes them when one of their Pokemon has an article and if they have more than one Pokemon. So only Cynthia, Korrina, Brandon, Clair, Volkner, and Barry are fine. The Adventures template seems fine, but best to ask someone who edits to manga section for their opinion.
:All three are fine.
:As for [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Darkest Day (anime)|these]] [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Project Mew (Mission Regis)|two]]. These are not notable. Quality over Quantity. They are too small to be articles. We want fully fleshed articles, not articles that are a couple of paragraphs surrounded by colorful templates.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:57, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
:::Can I be transferring these pages that you approved to the mainspace? I asked BigDocFan for help, not to exceed my daily personal edit limit. And I'll be working on the details you mentioned that need to be done in the others.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 14:25, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
:::You can move the pages/templates that I gave approved.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:32, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
::::None of Volkner's Pokémon have a page. Why is his template approved? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 15:36, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::Oh, could've sworn one of his Pokemon had an article, then yeah, that isn't notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:38, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Boldore is unable to be moved, can you solve this?I was going to wait until Friday, but since we're doing it.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:45, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
::::::::Boldore will be moved once the episode has aired as it technically still hasn't appeared in three episodes.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:44, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
::::::::::::I think whoever moved the Volkner template got confused. Anyway, I think it can be reversed, no?
'''''Boldore will be moved once the episode has aired as it technically still hasn't appeared in three episodes.'''''
::::::::::::::OK everything is fine. Thanks for the feedback.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:47, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
Does the template requiring only one Pokémon apply only to the anime? Because this template [[User:Animaltamer7/Whitley's Pokémon]] otherwise qualifies. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 16:05, 16 March 2022 (UTC)
::I think this one is the same as the Adventures template, Rahl. It has to be discussed with someone who takes care of the manga part of the site.

::Anyway, I just wanted to say thank you, Force Fire and everyone. I saw that it took some extra work to make all the changes. Next time I'll try not to accumulate so as not to generate extra work for the whole team. --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 21:30, 16 March 2022 (UTC)

:::The rule should apply to both manga and anime character's Pokemon. That one should be fine, as she has more than one Pokemon.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:06, 17 March 2022 (UTC)
::::Great. Thank you. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 12:05, 17 March 2022 (UTC)
:I'm guessing none of Volkner's Pokemon are considered worthy enough for their own page, Electivire and Luxray seem worthy but haven't done much besides battling.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 19:07, 17 March 2022 (UTC)
::::Electivire's role is bigger in the manga than in the anime, in Adventures, Volkner uses it to face Giratina, train {{adv|Platinum}} and among other things. I thought about making a page of it from this version, but apparently in the manga characters pages, the notability rule is different. --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 19:30, 17 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::[[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Manga/Manga Pokémon notability policy|See here for Manga notability requirements]]. I'm not knowledgeable on the manga, so best ask someone that is for their opinion.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:01, 18 March 2022 (UTC)

==Goh's Boldore==
Now that JN102, can Boldore be mainspaced, if so could you do it because of the redirect link. Also, Boldore was shown to withstand Sheer Cold so can we take this as it having the ability Sturdy?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 11:31, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
::I already realized that, I [[Talk:List_of_Goh%27s_Pok%C3%A9mon#Boldore.27s_Ability|opened]] a discussion about Boldore's ability before. It's not the first time Goh has used Boldore's stamina for something in the anime, for me there is no doubt that this Pokémon's ability is Sturdy.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 11:35, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
:::I think Sturdy's depiction of a Pokemon withstanding attacks is too vague to make an educated guess, many, ''many'', Pokemon have withstood attacks and a majority don't have Sturdy. So Sturdy is an ability that needs to be explicitly mentioned.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:01, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
::::Isn't the fact it was the only one to withstand Sheer Cold not enough proof? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 12:20, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
:::::I don't recall if ohko moves have been explicitly referred to as such in the anime, or if the concept of move being an ohko move exists, so Sheer Cold could just be seen as any other move.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:48, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== Eternatus ==
So yesterday I added more info to Goh's Eternatus page, as I thought it should cover Eternatus as the Darkest Day. Do you think it's a good idea to rename the page to something like Eternatus (Darkest Day) and re-add the info?--[[User:Reinhartmax|Reinhartmax]] ([[User talk:Reinhartmax|talk]]) 11:32, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
:I think there being a manga version of Goh's specific Eternatus makes it more "unique", as in it's not just any random Eternatus. I don't think a separate article for the one specific game Eternatus is needed, that can be put in their respective sections in their respective articles.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:48, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== Pages for deletion ==

I saw you deleting some pages in the RC's, so could you take a look at other {{cat|pages to be deleted}}? I think they're sitting there and the staff didn't make a backlog of these pages.

The pages about battle facility Pokémon in that category can be deleted because these have been replaced. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 20:04, 18 March 2022 (UTC)
:Staff will get to the articles in those categories, and any other categories of similar nature, when they can. We have lives. No need to get all worried and panicky about this sort of stuff.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:48, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== evkl's welcome template ==

I think I realize by now that I could have just copied my own version to my own userspace and do the modifications there, right?

I did so because the current version of the welcome template has an issue with the signature field. Specifically, it [https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/810939859585597441/954752642033266748/Screenshot_20220319-150011.png breaks on mobile devices], so I wanted to create a non-breaking version. (My custom CSS has that all tables are to have {{User:Bfdifan2006/code|border-collapse}} set to {{User:Bfdifan2006/code|separate}}, so it might look different for you). --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 14:52, 19 March 2022 (UTC)
:Regular/casual users aren't going to find it anyway. It doesn't matter.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:03, 19 March 2022 (UTC)
::Okay. I decided to just have my own version [[User:Bfdifan2006/Welcome|in my own userspace]], but with the content matching the one in evkl's version (for consistency). --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 15:11, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== Goh's Caterpie ==

This page [[User:Rahl/Goh's Caterpie]] meets the notability requirements. Could it get mainspaced? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 15:40, 19 March 2022 (UTC)
:Done.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:44, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== Lavender Town and hoaxes ==

You do realize that, outside of the community, Lavender Town is known for being the subject of tons of hoaxes and not specifically Lavender Town Syndrome, right? Also, anyone who has learned about the myth that the music was changed would have learned about the whole hoax. No one's gonna mention that the music was supposedly changed and not the suicides and such. The effects are the entire point of the hoax. The music was simply the backdrop. The trivia point skates around mentioning a specific hoax by completely ignoring why people outside of the community know that music change lie. So, if it's truly notable enough, the reason it's notable at all should be included. Nobody cares that the music was changed, people only care why it was supposedly changed. Add what people know it for or delete it. That part by itself lacks any notability. Since you can't mention a specific hoax, the only option is to get rid of it. The fact that Lavender Town's the subject of hoaxes is infinitely more notable than that, and therefore infinitely more worthy than the current point. You can't have your cake and eat it, too. Your reason holds absolutely no water. [[User:General Kipicus|General Kipicus]] ([[User talk:General Kipicus|talk]]) 23:31, 19 March 2022 (UTC)

== Dub season logos in series' pages ==

I was thinking that dub season logos could be added in the individual series' pages. Here is an [[User:Ricbolog1310/Sandbox|example]]. What do you think?--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 13:03, 23 March 2022 (UTC)
:I think it's fine, though it's probably more appropriate in the gallery section of those articles, as it's already there.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:11, 23 March 2022 (UTC)

I was being consistent with the way logos are shown in the original series page. [[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 16:18, 23 March 2022 (UTC)
:Ah, only checked the RS article. Well, if it's already done there, then can't see why it can't be done on the other series article.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:20, 23 March 2022 (UTC)
Thanks. In this case I'll add them.--[[User:Ricbolog1310|Ricbolog1310]] ([[User talk:Ricbolog1310|talk]]) 16:45, 23 March 2022 (UTC)

== "Undiscovered" Egg Group ==

All move pages still use the name "Undiscovered" instead of "No Eggs Discovered". Are they supposed to?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 23:29, 23 March 2022 (UTC)

== N Template ==

So you deleted the template for {{adv|N}}, which I think might have been a mistake. He has four Pokémon with pages.--[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 16:53, 28 March 2022 (UTC)
:While I'm on the topic, Pryce, Lt. Surge, Koga, Jasmine, and Blaine have more than one Pokémon with a page.--[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 17:00, 28 March 2022 (UTC)
::12 years ago, this was [[Category talk:Trainer's Pokémon templates#OK, enough.|proposed]] by [[User talk:electAbuzzzz|electAbuzzzz]], a now-retired staff member. I think the staff brought this up again, on the staff-only section of the forums. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 17:12, 28 March 2022 (UTC)
:::No. No it was not brought up on the staff forums nor on the staff discord. I found it after trying to remember where exactly I saw the "rules" I laid out in my [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=User_talk:Force_Fire&diff=3494678&oldid=3494609 previous response]. Admittedly I could only vaguely remember the first rule, and not the second.
:::As for those, may have missed the manga specific articles as I was mainly focused on the anime part. I've restored those one.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:49, 28 March 2022 (UTC)
::::Thanks for fixing those. {{unsigned|Rahl}}

== Three questions ==

# If you think a similar bit is actually okay on the [[Buck]] page, then why did you remove the bit I added to [[kodama]]'s page? I know search is the bigger issue here, but I think it requires to be talked about.
# Is it okay that I can mainspace my {<nowiki/>{[[User:Bfdifan2006/code|code]]}} template? Bulbapedia did have it at some point, but it was deleted. Using it is actually much easier than having to type {{#tag:code|{{#tag:nowiki|<code><<nowiki/>nowiki></nowiki></code>}}}} (without the <code><<nowiki/>nowiki></nowiki></code> in some cases). Of course, I will change the documentation template used on the template page (after mainspacing the page) to the one {{u|bthrussellUK}} made.
# I think I could create the page {{User:Bfdifan2006/code|Template:Tl}} (short for "template link") as a redirect to the {{template|template}} link template. I feel its name is too long in this case, but I am not requesting you to move the template. What do you think?
--'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 20:37, 29 March 2022 (UTC)
:First of all, I did not add the baku bit to Buck's article. Do not make false accusations, you are treading a very thin line here. Secondly, just because it's elsewhere doesn't mean it's okay. I've removed it.
:No and no.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:07, 30 March 2022 (UTC)

== April Fools' Day 2022 article (serious matter) ==

For the article about this day (which is currently located at [[User:Bfdifan2006/April Fools' Day 2022]]), you said it can go back to the mainspace when April 1 is over in all parts of the world. In that case, it should be re-mainspaced on April 2, at 11:00 UTC (which is when April 1 is over in Niue). Ideally, this would be at 12:00 UTC on that day, but all territories that use UTC -12 are uninhabited. The time zone that is the furthest behind but used by people is UTC -11, used in Niue. See [https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/converter.html?iso=20220402T110000&p1=196&p2=724&p3=1471&p4=1440 here]. I'm saying this is serious, so you don't treat it as an April Fools' joke.

Do not create a new article about the same thing. After re-mainspacing mine, just expand it. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 07:54, 1 April 2022 (UTC)
:... This was completely unnecessary. You, or anyone, can just move the page once April 2nd roll over. No need to spam my talk page with this nonsense.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:42, 1 April 2022 (UTC)
::Just so you don't get the wrong idea, I mainspaced BthrussellUK's version of the article because it was already more fleshed out than yours.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 11:38, 2 April 2022 (UTC)

:::Just delete [[User:Bfdifan2006/April Fools' Day 2022]], I don't need that anymore. I included most info about Duck there, in fear that the article will be deleted, but since it wasn't, all this is redundant. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdi]][[User talk:Bfdifan2006|fan]][[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|2006]]''''' 12:17, 2 April 2022 (UTC)
== [[April Fools' Day 2022/Duck (Pokémon)]] ==
In the first section on this page, the link that says "Duckling" is meant to link to the {{DL|April Fools' Day 2022/Duck (Pokémon)|Evolution}} section of that page, but now it links to the page's original title. Can you fix that so it doesn't need to reload the page to just load a redirect? --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdi]][[User talk:Bfdifan2006|fan]][[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|2006]]''''' 12:17, 2 April 2022 (UTC)

== Mascots ==

I literally added a similar bit to {{p|Meloetta}}'s page, stating it being the mascot of [[Pokémon Showdown]]. Nobody removed it, so why wasn't the Poképédia mascot thing notable for {{p|Uxie}}? And I am not calling you to remove that bit from Meloetta's page. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdi]][[User talk:Bfdifan2006|fan]][[Special:Contributions/Bfdifan2006|2006]]''''' 11:35, 5 April 2022 (UTC)
:Because a Pokemon being used as a mascot for a fansite is not notable. The Uxie bit has also been removed many times before with the same reasoning. I know what I'm doing, I've been around a fair bit. Azumarill, Koffing, Celebi, and Bulbasaur (to name a few) also don't have trivia about them being mascots of Marriland, Smogon, Serebii, and Bulbapedia.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 11:53, 5 April 2022 (UTC)

== I found a source that calls the pattern on Eevee's tail a heart ==

https://dragonsabbath.proboards.com/thread/27/heart-tailed-eevee

In this community, there was a user who agreed with my post claiming the Eevee has a heart on its tail. The user who replied to this thread at the bottom said that it was a heart, and didn't mention anything about a flower. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 11:24, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:Other "fans" agreeing with your opinion does not count as a source.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:02, 8 April 2022 (UTC)

Why did you put the word fans in quotation marks? Are you implying you think I made this up? [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 12:57, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:Because the user that agreed with you has a Wobbuffet related name and avatar, and you have a thing regarding Wobbuffet (be it about a metagame strategy, your brother and his multiple wobbuffet accounts on showdown, or about someone making troll comments on your youtube videos), so yes it's hard to believe that it's really someone else.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:26, 8 April 2022 (UTC)

This guy is actually Leonard Craft III, who is a known moderator on Pokemon Showdown (DaWoblefet) so it's not who you're thinking of. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 13:28, 8 April 2022 (UTC)

Also, he wasn't the only one who agreed with me. A guy with an elephant avatar also agreed with me, and I never talked about the weird thing I used to have about Phanpy yet. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 13:33, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:The other user did not agree with you, they were just saying that it was cute, not that it had a "heart" shape pattern. Another user also questions whether the pattern is actually a heart or a flower.
:Bottom line is, the opinions of others do not matter, only the official sources do (and a random forum is not an official source). in this case, where there is no official source, we go but what makes the most sense, and the pattern being a flower makes the most sense. '''Because the pattern loops around the tail, it is not confined to one part of the tail.''' Bolded for emphasis.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:38, 8 April 2022 (UTC)

There was another user in the thread who posted a picture of an official Eevee source proving there was a heart on its tail. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 13:56, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:They just reposted the official artwork, there's not source actually saying that it's meant to be a heart. And you're simply refusing to listen, the pattern '''''surrounds''''' its tail, therefore, when you view it from '''''above''''' it forms a flower. I suggest you drop this, as you are simply trying to get your own way by assuming other people agreeing with you somehow validates your opinion.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:11, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
::[[File:Partner Eevee gender differences.png|280px]] Discussion's over. [[User:ArcToraphim|Kai]] * the [[User talk:ArcToraphim|Arc]] [[Special:Contributions/ArcToraphim|Toraph]] 19:18, 8 April 2022 (UTC)

== Crunch/Thunder Fang ==

I strongly, ''strongly'' disagree with you on this. Those weren't electric spark, just energy sparks of the energy jaws hitting each other. In every other way, it's identical to Houndoom's Crunch. That minor of a difference shouldn't count as evidence towards a much more illogical move. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:43, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:Ok, fair point about the sparks, but it still doesn't mean it's Crunch. Crunch does not have a unique enough animation.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:02, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
::We've seen two confirmed cases of Crunch in Journeys, and in my opinion, comparing them with Huntail's move counts as good evidence of it being Crunch. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:42, 10 April 2022 (UTC)
:::The difference between the elemental fangs and Crunch (and to an extent, Bite) is that the former have an extra flair to their animations, whereas the latter two do not. A simple biting animation could be either Crunch or Bite. You can bring up the other examples of "Crunch" all you want, the bottom line is, the animation is too simple and vague to be a specific move.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:24, 11 April 2022 (UTC)
::::Bite has a distinctively different animation compared to Crunch in Journeys. Crunch is jaws of energy clamping down on the opponent, whereas with Bite, the user releases teeth-shaped energies from its mouth at the opponent. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:49, 11 April 2022 (UTC)

== MinnieG ==

I strongly suspect that this person is actually Kittystyler. Compare [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Ash_Ketchum&diff=3368600&oldid=3366636 these] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Ash_Ketchum&diff=3381334&oldid=3378827 edits] (both from confirmed sockpuppets) with [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Ash_Ketchum&diff=3416204&oldid=3414820 this edit]. In addition, they seem to focus on character relationships and their grammar structure just seems similar to Kittystyler in general. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 21:43, 8 April 2022 (UTC)
:Unfortunately I can't compare their IP addresses as all of KittyStyler's socks have been inactive for too long to compare them to MinnieG. Making similar edits is considered circumstantial, and the only other evidence I have is regarding their email, but that's too weak of evidence to say they're a sock of KittyStyler.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:37, 9 April 2022 (UTC)
::Yeah... I'm aware it's circumstantial evidence, but I do still feel like it's at least worth looking out for. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 07:05, 10 April 2022 (UTC)

== Re: Images ==

I understand that not all articles need appearances sections for two stage evolutions, I just thought they did because I saw a couple of them that did, like [[Casey's Meganium]] and [[Serena's Delphox]].--[[User:MinneG|MinnieG]] ([[User talk:MinnieG|talk]]) 09:58, 14 April 2022 (UTC)

== Update "Upcoming Anime "Page with Up-To-Date Upcoming Episodes (ASAP) ==

All the episodes listed are out of date. Could you or someone please fix this by display upcoming current episodes that are coming and up to date (like the one coming this week)? Also, could you do this for all the channels and locations?

https://bulbanews.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Upcoming_anime

I already made a comment on the page's Talk page, but there is no answer. [[User:Macpika|Macpika]] ([[User talk:Macpika|talk]]) 22:15, 15 April 2022 (UTC)
:This news page is being moved to a new place at some point in the future and is no longer being updated. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 16:25, 17 April 2022 (UTC)

Thanks a million. I was wondering what was going on. [[User:Macpika|Macpika]] ([[User talk:Macpika|talk]]) 00:24, 23 April 2022 (UTC)

== Attack Order ==

I've found a YouTube video that shows one of the Japanese-exclusive Professor Oak's lecture segments, this one specifically from the DP series. In it, a Vespiquen attacks Professor Oak with a move that he identifies as Attack Order. And it looks nothing like the move the Combee used in [[DP032]], which Bulbapedia has counted as Vespiquen using Attack Order. Should it be changed to a move error of the Combee using Psybeam? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:14, 17 April 2022 (UTC)
:I'll have to find the Japanese episode somehow to verify, but judging by DP032's talk page, seems to be guesswork. As for the move Combee used, it could've been any beam move.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:05, 17 April 2022 (UTC)
::Based on the rainbow colors, it's most likely Psybeam, but whatever it is, it's not Attack Order. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 16:21, 17 April 2022 (UTC)
:::Found a Japanese version of the episode. Attack Order wasn't mentioned at any point. May I delete the mentions of Attack Order in relation to DP032? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 23:54, 20 April 2022 (UTC)
::::Go for it. I'm inclined to believe that it wasn't stated in the original version due to it being guesswork in the first place.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:36, 21 April 2022 (UTC)
:::::As for Psybeam: here's a pair of comparison images:
:::::[[:File:Cheryl Mothim Psybeam.png|Cheryl's Mothim using Psybeam in DP031]]
:::::[[:File:Combee Psybeam.png|Combee's move from DP032]]
:::::Both beams are multicolored, have identical animations, and are from consecutive episodes in the same series. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:28, 21 April 2022 (UTC)
::::::It doesn't matter if it looks similar to other instances of Psybeam, it's still a vague "mutli-colored beam". It is too simple of an animation. [[:File:Zoey Gallade Signal Beam.png|Signal Beam]] and [[:File:Suicune Aurora Beam DP028.png|Aurora Beam]] were also portrayed as a "multi-colored beam" during DP, so it could also be any of those two.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:44, 21 April 2022 (UTC)
:::::::I admit, those two beams look similar. But the images I provided use the same colors, despite being multicolored, and there weren't any beam attacks used during the DP series that used the same multicolor scheme as Psybeam. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 16:41, 21 April 2022 (UTC)

== Suicune and Cubone ==

Hi, good morning. I would like to know, if with today's episode, what are the chances of [[User:BigDocFan/Goh's Suicune|Suicune]] and [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Cubone|Cubone]] going to mainspace. I mean, in the case of the Cubone, technically, it achievied the requirements today. --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 10:47, 22 April 2022 (UTC)
::I wanted to take the opportunity to discuss another topic with you, It's been a while since I've been putting together the images of the strips that anipoke's profile posts on Twiiter[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Hikaru_Wazana/After_the_story]. I've been thinking that maybe this content fits better in the pages of each episode, because probably by the end of Journeys, this page can get huge and with a huge list of references. This page proved to be very complicated to update and put content, one of the reasons why I take so long to update it completely. What do you (or the Bulbapedia's staff) think about this idea?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 14:47, 22 April 2022 (UTC)

Suicune and Cubone have been moved. As for the strips, they seem to be in the same vain as [[Get Inspired! Let's Solve a Poké Riddle!!]]. I think it's fine for its own article and for individual episodes to have it mentioned in the trivia, as we do with the other Japan exclusive bonus content.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 10:22, 24 April 2022 (UTC)

== [[Poke Ball (Jungle 64)]] ==

In regards to the deletion of {{redlink|Poke Ball (item)}} and {{redlink|Poke Ball (Hisui)}}, should the similar redirect for [[Poké Ball (Jungle 64)]] also be deleted? There are also other similar redirects such as: [[Pokemon (species)]], [[Pokemon (TCG)]], [[Poke Fan (Trainer class)]], [[Poke Maniac (Trainer class)]], [[Poke Kid (Trainer class)]], and so on. Thoughts? [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 06:53, 23 April 2022 (UTC)

==Goh Pokemon Pages==
I was wondering if Grimer, Misdreavus and Absol were worthy of having their own pages right now?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 15:42, 26 April 2022 (UTC)
::Sorry to get involved in your conversation. But I wanted a suggestion, regarding this page [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Elemental Monkeys|here]]. When I created it, I imagined that the two monkeys would have similar screen time(Actually, I thought Goh was going to capture a Pansage up until this point), but Panpour apparently proved to be more notable than Pansear and technically, it met the requirements to go to mainspace, but Pansear has yet to have at least one more major appearance. What should I do in this case? Do I leave the page as it is or divide it to make room for a Panpour solo page?
::I'm wanting to reduce Goh's Pokémon pages, so much so that I'm waiting to see if Goh's Froakie will really have a relevance to the anime before actually making a page for it. If Froakie has a relevant role in the Greninja episode maybe I'll be working on it.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 19:25, 27 April 2022 (UTC)
:::Grimer, Misdreavus, and Absol all meet the notability requirements. As for Pansear/Panpour, only Panpour would be notable. And I think having individual articles for the two is better, it would only make sense to group them if he had all three and if there's not enough info to necessitate splitting them into three articles.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:11, 29 April 2022 (UTC)
:::::Just so I understand, according to the rules, Frogadier (good thing I waited to create the page LOL) only needs one more major appearance in the anime, right? As for Panpour, well I put the monkeys page in a space that I reserved to be deleted. If you can sort this out for me, please.[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Hikaru_Wazana#Candidates_to_delete]
:::::Having no idea what Goh's role would be in an anime series based on Scarlet and Violet, I think it's best to avoid having too many pages for his Pokémon. We are going to that moment when the Pokémon that are notable are, those that are not, unfortunately, will no longer be--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 10:50, 29 April 2022 (UTC)
Do these three pages have what it takes to go to mainspace?
* [[User:Riox-Ibui/Goh%27s_Butterfree#In_the_anime]]
* [[User:Riox-Ibui/Goh%27s_Arctozolt]]
* [[User:Riox-Ibui/Goh%27s_Taillow]]
Theoretically, they are within the rules stipulated for Goh's Pokémon.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 13:55, 05 May 2022 (UTC)

== RE: Goh's Dustox ==
I understand. I just assumed that since they've appeared in at least three episodes, and two of them were mainly focused on them, I thought it was notable enough to give them their own articles. I saw that Trapinch's box was removed from the "Recurring" part of Goh's Pokémon. I'll just re-add Trapinch there, since you've informed me that his page was notable enough for an article.

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 05:19, 30 April 2022 (UTC)

== Goh's Pyukumuku ==
I wanted to know if Goh's Pyukumuku is eligible to receive its own page. It had three episodes in which was somewhat prominent on, and I wonder if it's enough to earn it it's page?

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 15:41, 30 April 2022 (UTC)
:Don't just make the article after asking. Pyukumuku is notable for an article.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:25, 1 May 2022 (UTC)

== Image dispute ==

There's been disagreement over at Bulbagarden Archives, with Rahl reverting several images, some multiple times, because they don't agree with the reasons given to why the current version should be used. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 20:57, 3 May 2022 (UTC)

== Unnecessary redirects ==

Yesterday, I removed the redirect "Unevolve", which had led to "Devolution" . Can you remove it? Also, there's a redirect page called "Literal Ghost" leading to "Ghost (literal)", even though only "Literal ghost" (with a small g) has ever been used on various talk pages. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 07:27, 6 May 2022 (UTC)

== Champion Pokemon ==

Hi, could [[User:Rahl/Wallace's Milotic]] and [[User:BigDocFan/Leon's Charizard]] be mainspaced? According to [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime|notability rules]], both qualify. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 14:34, 6 May 2022 (UTC)
:Leon's Charizard has mostly just appeared in battles, so it's not notable yet. Wallace's Milotic, not too sure if opening the Wallace Cup would fall under having an impact on the plot (putting on a show in its debut appearance, doesn't), otherwise it's only other notable appearance is a battle, so that too wouldn't make it notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:44, 7 May 2022 (UTC)
::I'm failing to see how they aren't notable according to the rules. Both are their signature Pokémon, have done nonbattle related things (Milotic with the Wallace Cup, Charizard with the Darkest Day and JN100), have media related to more than just the anime, and have had impact on the plot (both worked as a motivation for a main character to improve/develop). What exactly is missing for them to not be mainspaced? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 11:27, 7 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Am I going to hear back from you on this? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:07, 9 May 2022 (UTC)
::::I see you've been editing over the past few days and am wondering if I'm going to hear back from you? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:02, 11 May 2022 (UTC)

Apologies for the late response. For Milotic, I'm not sure if its role in the Wallace Cup could be considered having an impact on the arc/plot, get second opinions for this one. For Charizard, all of its role were still mostly for battles, it needs to do something that isn't it battling another Pokemon.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:11, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:Who should I seek out for a second opinion on Milotic? And as for Charizard, while it has mostly battled, it serves as Ash's main obstacle to overcome in Journeys, helped with the Darkest Day crisis, and had a nonbattle role in JN100 where it trained with Leon and Ash. We also know it is going to have more appearances, not to mention its role in the manga, games, TGC, and multiple other animes. I think the 'only battled' argument is keeping this a little too restrictive. Leon's Charizard clearly deserves to have a page of its own. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:15, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
::You can ask anyone about the notability Milotic's role, staff member or regular user. Basically just get the general idea of what others think. For Charizard, its appearance in other media doesn't make it more notable for an anime centric article. It can appear in 100 more episodes, but if it's all just battling, then it's still not notable. Leon used it very briefly in the training and Charizard doesn't really do anything of note. It being a motivator for Ash is more about the development of Ash than it is about Charizard.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 10:35, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Multiple people have voiced their agreement for Milotic. Could you please move the page to the mainspace? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 15:24, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
::::Saw it and felt that it kinda missed the point. Mostly the opinion is "it appeared a whole bunch, so it has to be notable" not about what it actually ''did'' in those episodes. I'll repeat what I said about Charizard, Milotic could appear in another 100 episodes but if it ''didn't do anything of note'', it still wouldn't be notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:28, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::"Gym Leaders may have an article about their signature Pokémon, but only if it did more than just battle in the episode(s) it appeared in and had some impact on the plot. Elite Four members, Champions, and Frontier Brains also fall into this category." Since none of this seems to matter and we are not following them, can the notability rules be changed so this problem doesn't happen again? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 15:31, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::"but only if it did more than just battle in the episode(s) it appeared in '''and''' had some impact on the plot". It has to do more than battle ''and'' what it does has to be impactful to the plot. They are not individual criteria.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:36, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:Great. Milotic inspired Dawn and helped her regain her confidence in Contests. Charizard helped stop the Darkest Day and is acting as motivation for Ash in the World Series. Both impact the plot, and based on what I've seen, nobody else is arguing that these pages don't meet the criteria. This wiki is a collaborative effort, yet nothing is allowed to happen because you personally don't agree these fit the rules? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 15:39, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
::Well, I decided to post here because Rahl asked me to put my opinion.
::The problem is that Leon's Charizard page isn't exactly anime-centric. Let's say, Pokémon Evolutions has an episode that shows a lot of Leon's relationship with Charizard, Charizard is one of Leon's most frequent Pokémon in Twilight Wings. As I said in another topic, here are some pages that just don't make sense to be in the mainspace, [[Horacio's Vikavolt|this one]], for example, wasn't even finished and it was already approved.
::As for Milotic, I think the same thing, it's a champion's signature Pokémon. The rule that" only battles don't make it a notable Pokémon" seems confusing to me, because I had about three episodes removed from the content of Goh's Farfetch'd's page because they said at the time that these battles were not remarkable to be on his page. Far from wanting to criticize, but some rules need to be reviewed and updated in my opinion. Because that ends up creating more confusion than making things easier.-- [[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 21:50, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Charizard is an anime centric article because the anime info is the first thing that's highlighted. Just like how [[Agatha's Gengar]] and [[Lucy's Seviper]] are manga centric articles because the manga is what is first highlighted. Evolutions and Twilight Charizard is not the same as main series Charizard, just as game/manga Charizard is not the same as anime Charizard. They're all treated as individuals and not one and the same. So whatever Evolutions Charizard does has no bearing on what main series Charizard's notability, since the former is not the focus of the article. For Vikavolt, it's Horacio's signature and had a major role in its second appearance. That's why it has an article.
:::For Milotic, it's not what it does that's not notable it's how much do people think it was impactful that would determine its notability in this case. I don't remember much of the Wallace Cup arc, so I can't say if it was really impactful to the arc. For your edits that were removed, not every battle needs to be highlighted, just the ones deemed notable. Farfetch'd battling a Gym Leader's Pokemon? notable. Farfetch'd battling a random wild Pokemon that doesn't turn out to be anything special? not notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:45, 13 May 2022 (UTC)
:::A Pokemon being a motivator for a character is more about the development of the character and not the overall arc. Which is what the criteria asks for. Not having an impact on a character, having an impact on an arc/plot. Charizard's involvement in Darkest Day was ultimately still a battle. Steven's Metagross is on a similar level, but is notable because it helped the characters infiltrate Team Flare's base, that's Metagross having some sort of impact on the plot (technically it was a battle, but there's a wider context).
:::The wiki is a collaborative effort, but if users aren't understanding the criteria, then staff are going to step in and make it clear what the criteria are asking for.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:45, 13 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::You said it yourself, having an impact on an arc/plot is what is important. Charizard has done that with the Darkest Day, yet for some reason battling-the major focus of Pokémon-is written off as being useless. Both of these Pokémon have a much larger role across both the anime and the franchise as a whole compared to something like Horacio's Vikavolt. Your defense for that is that it is Horacio's signature Pokémon and had a major role. So did both of these Champion's Pokémon. It makes no sense why these Pokémon have not done enough in your eyes. I suggest you change the language used for the notability rules, or at the very least find some consistency in your argument, as it is very unclear what the actual standards are. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 07:46, 13 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::"Your defense for that is that it is Horacio's signature Pokémon and had a major role." A major role that wasn't just it battling another Pokemon, which Charizard's role in Darkest Day ultimately was. Metagross' role, because it's in a similar setting, was that it battled to help the main characters infiltrate Team Flare's base. Charizard battled to stop a Pokemon. It wasn't to stop Rose from furthering his plans or something. It was still a Pokémon battle, something that isn't too out of the ordinary for a franchise about battling.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:25, 13 May 2022 (UTC)
:It's ridiculous that to you Charizard is only notable if it participates in something like a dance contest instead of the large amount of stuff it has already done. Even then, Milotic has done nonrelated battle things and you still say that's not important. Nothing will be, will it? If you want to go against what the rules say and the general opinion of the wiki, fine, but please update the notability rules to fit your personal ideal so nobody else ends up wasting their time. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 14:44, 14 May 2022 (UTC)
::If Charizard was in a competition and did something that had an impact on the plot, then it would be notable. Otherwise, if it didn't do anything else and just competed/played it straight, then it still wouldn't be notable (because it didn't do anything else). You're too caught up with the idea that simply appearing and being part of a non-battle event would make it notable. It doesn't. It's what it ''does'' during the episode that matters. Vikavolt helped free the Pokemon that was captured by Team Rocket in SM119 (which was when it was mainspaced), Goh's Dewgong protected Chloe and Eevee from a Huntail in JN063 (which was when it was mainspaced), Korrina's Lucario had multiple notable non-battle appearances by the time it was approved.
::As for Milotic, I repeat again. Is what it did important enough to the overall arc? You asked on Wallace's talk page but failed to bring that up, only bringing up the notability requirements and everyone else just says yes based off it. On surface level, yes it meets the notability requirement, but notability doesn't involve just reading the requirements and going "yep, it's notable". You have to think about and assess whether what it did in those non battle episodes would make it notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:14, 15 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Okay, I don't even know if I should help the discussion, but here goes. In the anime, Leon's Charizard:
* It was confirmed to be Leon's Starter Pokémon. They even showed all its evolution stages in the anime.
* It was his choice to battle in the first World Championship. In other words, it was used in a competition by Leon.
* Charizard was used to defend Leon's title (which in the context of Journeys is the same as rivals' Gym Battles). This was, for example, what served to make Bianca's Pignite page notable [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bianca%27s_Emboar&oldid=1517799]. [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Talk:Bianca%27s_Emboar#Noteworthy]. In short, it was used by Leon in the current WCS season.
* In the context of Darkest Day:
** Leon used Charizard to defeat Centiscorch and save Ash and his Pokémon.
** Leon used Charizard as a means of locomotion and to defeat the Coalossal. In other words, he used it for something other than battle.
** It was used against Eternatus, which according to Leon himself showed that he is not the most powerful Trainer in the world yet as he said in [[JN100]]. In other words, this battle (and defeat) is part of Leon's arc in Journeys.
* [[JN100]], if we ignore the battle against Flint (which again, we can consider as the Gym battles of old), Charizard was used in Leon's flying training
Now to the rules:
* '''''For rival characters and other recurring characters, only their signature Pokémon may have an article created about them.'''''Charizard is Leon's signature Pokémon. '''CHECK'''
* '''''If a rival's signature Pokémon does nothing more than battle or has no major impact on the plot, then it is not notable for an article and instead should have a section on its Trainer's page.''''' The Coalossal case, Charizard did not battle. Leon's Training did not involve battles. '''CHECK'''(!?!)
* '''''Gym Leaders may have an article about their signature Pokémon, but only if it did more than just battle in the episode(s) it appeared in and had some impact on the plot. Examples would be Blaine's Magmar, which saved the Cinnabar Gym and developed Charizard's personality, or Clair's Dragonair, which helped save the Dragon Kingdom. Elite Four members, Champions, and Frontier Brains also fall into this category.''''' Leon's battle against Ash, served to show the concepts of Gigantamax to Ash. Leon's battle against Raihan served to work out the history of the rivalry between the two Trainers. '''CHECK'''
We can spend months discussing this, but the truth is that this is just looking like a matter of conflicting points of view. To me, this seems very much to fall into the problem that the pages are based on most of Ash's relationship with other characters and not his own stories. Even though Ash is the protagonist, it's been a long time since the anime revolves around him and the rules didn't adapt to that(Goh is probably the biggest proof of that). Hence we have to expect that a Pokémon like Charizard has to have some impact on the plot of a technically unrelated character like Ash. Well, I think I elongated too much in the text I put here. I hope it resolves the discussion somehow.-- [[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:50, 15 May 2022 (UTC)
:I want to swing back to this and point out that if [[Miette's Slurpuff]] is good enough for to be mainspaced than so should the other two, or are we really saying participating in a dance party is more relevant than anything else? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:17, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
::You clearly do not get it. If Charizard (and Leon) were to compete in a race (with Ash and Goh), then something happened to Ash and Goh. If Leon doesn't have Charizard go look for Ash and Goh, and just competes in the race from start to finish (therefore unseen for a chunk of the episode), then '''''it still would not be notable'''''. Just competing is not what would make it notable.
::The only non-battle thing Charizard did is the training. Which it didn't even do much. What can you really say? Oooooooh, it smashed a few rocks and flew through a waterfall. Wow. Riveting. Fantastic read, can sum it all up in one sentence.
::For Milotic, again, you didn't ask others the important factor; how much of what it did was notable. Nobody on Wallace's talk page took that to account. They just saw the notability requirements and went "yep, it meets everything here" without actually thinking about what it actually did in the Wallace Cup arc and evaluating whether it did makes it notable.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:56, 21 May 2022 (UTC)
:::So, based on these criteria, even if Leon uses Charizard throughout the 8 Masters tournament campaign, we doesn't have the go-ahead to use this page. Leon's page in the anime, I had to adapt and look for alternatives in the manga section to be standardized precisely because this page doesn't exist. Leon's page in games has a huge infobox with very disproportionate little information precisely because of the lack of this page in the Adventures section;
:::Even if we are to cling to "all Pokémon X did was battle", more than half of the Pokémon of some rivals will have either undone. From Trip's Serperior, Gary's Arcanine/Gary's Electivire, Paul's Honchkrow to Georgia's Beartic. And I don't think there is much doubt about the importance of this Pokémon in some way. The ironic part of it all is that Leon's Charizard had more space in the anime than Pokemon like Lance's Dragonite, for example. About Milotic I confess that I don't even give an opinion anymore, with all this arm wrestling involving Charizard.
:::I have a vision of a certain reformulation that should be in the Anime section and with the Adventures manga (which is the manga with the longest defined chronology released) but I'm even afraid to give it.-- [[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 13:15, 21 May 2022 (UTC)
::::To say Miette's Slurpuff has more notability or value than Leon's Charizard is an odd choice and one that doesn't hold up when looking at either page or the importance of those Pokémon. Force Fire, please rewrite the rules to fit your mindset so users know what they are getting into. I don't even care if they make sense-they don't-but at least then we have a written process to follow. Your views and what the rules say don't match up as of now. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 13:19, 22 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::Again, you're '''not''' listening. Miette's Slurpuff did stuff outside of the Poke Contest stuff in its debut episode. Leon's Charizard has ''not'' done anything outside of battling in it's non battle episodes and its battle-focus episodes. Because that's what the notability requirements is asking for: "but only if it did '''''more than just battle''''' in the episode(s) it appeared in". As in, it needs to do something else other than showing up in a battle. Because it's Pokemon. Battling is the central point of the series. It's what it do. We're not going to have an article that is just "X battled in episode Y" over and over. It's not going to make for an interesting read.
:::::And it '''also''' needs to have an impact on the plot. If Charizard battles and wins, then that's not having that much of an impact. Wow. It won. Who knew something would ''win'' a series about battling. If the battle was interrupted and Charizard helped get rid of whatever is interrupting the battle, then yes, that would be having an impact on the episode. Because it did more than just battle its intended opponent.
:::::As for the articles Hikaru Wazana brought up, 3/5 of them were created before we got stricter with notability. Gary's Arcanine is fine as it helped stop Team Rocket in Extreme Pokemon! Gary's Electivire is fine as it help protect Shieldon from J and attempted to stop Saturn from taking one of the lake guardians. For Trip's Serperior and Georgia's Beartic, both were approved by the Head of Anime at the time of their move to the mainspace. So I'll assume there was a good reason for their existence.
:::::I'm not trying to manipulate to criteria, I'm just following how the criteria has been interpreted over the years. And sometimes, that interpretation either gets stricter or more lenient. I'm not pulling all this out of thin air. There is no need to re-write the criteria just because you can't understand them.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:46, 22 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::I don't claim to be an expert on this or anything, but we have a page for [[Skyla's Swanna]], for example. Should that page then be removed from the mainspace for the same reason that Leon's Charizard is not notable since it's only been in battles as far as plot relevance goes? Because if Skyla's Swanna is notable enough for its own page while Leon's Charizard isn't, I'm curious as to why that might be. I'm sorry if this line of conversation is tiring you out. I won't say anything more if you're bothered by it. '''[[User:Dougbro1|Dougbro1]]''' ([[User talk:Dougbro1|Talk]]) 18:16, 15 July 2022 (UTC)

== Jiliang ==

Jiliang has already returned to adding dubious trivia to pages, along with [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=AG128&diff=3518678&oldid=3508003 trivia that had already been removed multiple times]. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 21:44, 8 May 2022 (UTC)
:I've given them a semi block, and a stern message, effectively forcing them to respond on their talk page or risk a full block.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:50, 9 May 2022 (UTC)
::[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=AG128&diff=3538443&oldid=3518766 They've once again re-added the removed trivia back to AG128], along with once again adding more non-noteworthy trivia to other pages. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 00:40, 28 June 2022 (UTC)
:::There's only so many chances I can give them, so I've given them a lengthy block. If they return and continue, then they'll be gone for good.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:02, 28 June 2022 (UTC)

== Rivals? ==

Do Bea and Raihan count as rivals in a sense that major events should include their new Pokémon? I'm assuming yes for Bea, but I'm not 10% sure regarding Raihan. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:40, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:Pokemon of notable rivals get mentioned only if they have articles.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:15, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
::By this, do you mean the "Major events" section or the "Pokémon debuts" section? After looking through episode pages from the original series all the way up to Journeys, it definitely appears to be standard to list new Pokémon for rivals in the "Major events" section, regardless of whether or not they have a page (and only their Pokémon with pages are listed in the "Pokémon debuts" section). [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 22:26, 12 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Huh, that does seem to be the case after checking a few episodes of rivals obtaining new Pokemon (that I could remember at least), PMJ is right. As for Raihan, I think his 'mon are fine to be mentioned, as does have a major role.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:45, 13 May 2022 (UTC)

== Can you fix my name please? ==

Hi, I just signed up to edit here, but I made a mistake in typing my username. I meant it to be ApexAgunomu. Can you please change my name to that? Thank you. [[User:ApexAgunomi|ApexAgunomi]] ([[User talk:ApexAgunomi|talk]]) 11:07, 14 May 2022 (UTC)
:Due to technical issues with the rename function we use, it is not possible to rename users at this time.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:13, 14 May 2022 (UTC)
::Then can you please block this account so I can make a new one with the correct name? Would that be okay? [[User:ApexAgunomi|ApexAgunomi]] ([[User talk:ApexAgunomi|talk]]) 16:51, 14 May 2022 (UTC)

== {{template|Pokelist}} ==

The link you recently added to that template should have "GO" instead of "Go" (mind the letter case) as the displayed text. Will you fix it? Thanks. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 07:12, 15 May 2022 (UTC)

== Lucario ==

So we both edit war and I get blocked, but you get away with no consequences and the page turns out how you want because you’re a special admin and nobody but you is ever right. How about you take it to a talk page for once like you’re always preaching. Hypocritical and childish. [[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 15:29, 15 May 2022 (UTC)

I agree with you 100% Pikablu. ForceFire targets me this way too. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 06:06, 2 June 2022 (UTC)

== "Trainers start their journey at 10." ==

This is something that's only ever been stated in the anime. Red, Hilbert/Hilda, Elio/Selene, and Rei/Akari are all older than 10, for example (and no other game protagonist has ever explicitly been confirmed to be 10). The only games to mention a starting age at all are the Alola games, where you have to be 11 to take the island challenge. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 11:15, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:From what I can tell, this was because the protagonists prior to Generation V were "10 or 11 years old" according to Ken Sugimori. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 11:18, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
::Yeah, but that would still mean that they're not explicitly confirmed 10 (and the fact that the Alola games are the only games to mention a starting age is still true as well). Hilbert/Hilda, ORAS Brendan/May, and Rei/Akari are all older than 10/11, too. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 11:26, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:::But from what I see on his article, Red is said to be 10 in the European release. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 11:40, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
::::Assuming that's true, the Japanese release should take priority over both the American and European releases, although I actually don't know if it's ever been explicitly stated there. Even then, it only adds to my point of players not being explicitly confirmed as 10, given that the American release for the same game states that he's 11. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 11:51, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::Given Sugimori said "10 OR 11" in that interview, it's more of an "either" situation, meaning the Gens I-IV protagonists are either 10 or 11 years old. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 11:59, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::This would still mean that no protagonist has ever been explicitly confirmed to be 10 even prior to Gen V. If anything, it makes 11 just as likely of a starting age, if not even more so.
::::::Given that there have been protagonists that have started as teenagers (Hilbert/Hilda and Rei/Akari being confirmed cases, although Calem/Serena are probably in that range too), I would definitely not put an age for Victor/Gloria if nothing has been stated. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 12:11, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Funny that you mention Rei/Akari when ForceFire, a beuracrat mind you, has rejected the source on their article several times, as an NPC guessing the player's age is, in his words, "not confirmation". [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 12:18, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::::Interesting. That definitely feels inconsistent since Victor/Gloria don't even have that going for them. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 12:25, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::::::I wasn't using that to talk about Victor/Gloria. I was bringing it up due to the edit warring it caused. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 12:28, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
My points are simply that:

1. "Trainers start their journey at 10" is something that's only stated in the anime.

2. No protagonist has ever been outright confirmed to be 10 (even the Sugimori interview only stated that the protagonists prior to Gen V were 10/11 without naming specific cases), with Hilbert/Hilda being 14/15, ORAS Brendan/May being 12, Elio/Selene being 11, and Rei/Akari being "15 or so".

3. The same logic that was used on the Rei/Akari pages in the past (even though those pages do list their ages now) should be applied to a greater extent for Victor/Gloria, especially since no ages have even been ''hinted'' at officially. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 12:47, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:1. We all know that.

2. I never said the Gens I-IV protagsbwere 10, only 10 OR 11.

3. The logic used for Rei/Akari should still apply to their articles, especially since the quote was repeatedly deemed unreliable by a higher staff. And yes, I KNOW thay Victor/Gloria have no hints towards an official age. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 12:55, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
::I don't mind whether or not it's removed from the Rei/Akari pages or not. I just find it inconsistent, especially since it was the same higher staff member. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 13:08, 16 May 2022 (UTC)
:::If anything, it should be removed from the Rei/Akari articles as in the context of the dialogue, Cyllene was ''assuming'' the player's age, meaning that their actual age is unknown. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 22:51, 16 May 2022 (UTC)

{{indent}}For the "trainers start their journeys at 10" bit. Could've sworn that was the case in the games as well, specifically in Gen I related materials (like a guidebook or something), may be misremembering. As for Rei/Akari, I still don't think it's solid confirmation as Cyllene is just guessing. That should be removed.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:36, 17 May 2022 (UTC)

Brendan/May from Ruby and Sapphire actually look younger than 10, at 7 or 8. Additionally, in LGPE the progagonists appear to be even younger, like 5 or 6, and same goes for Sword and Shield.
Are we TOTALLY SURE that it's a given rule that a trainer has to be 10 to start?! [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 21:23, 27 May 2022 (UTC)
:Uh, what? How do RSE Brendan/May and Victor/Gloria look any visibly younger than Red/Leaf/Ethan/Kris/Lyra/Lucas/Dawn/Elio/Selene? Their artwork shows that they're roughly as tall as them, and there are kids in every game that are clearly younger than the protagonists (and I would peg those kids as being in the 6-8 range instead). In any case, I've already shown that it's not a constant rule in the games for the protagonists to be 10 (as seen with Hilbert/Hilda, ORAS Brendan/May, and Elio/Selene, who are all confirmed to be older). [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 13:46, 30 May 2022 (UTC)

== Beelzemon 2003 ==

[[User talk:Beelzemon 2003|Beelzemon 2003]] has made excessively long descriptions of event item distributions in the event item articles like the Eon Ticket and MysticTicket, involving details and images unrelated to the items themselves, mostly describing the gatherings where the items were distributed. I've removed the texts unrelated to the items themselves and tried to tell them not to do it again, but they still did it again afterwards. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:16, 16 May 2022 (UTC)

== [[Coin (TCG)]] ==

Maverick Nate is no longer the Head of TCG, however, glik, nuva-kal and Ruixiang95 are. Talking to you to prevent edit warring. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 17:01, 18 May 2022 (UTC)
:The fact that you listed those three names shows that you don't actually know what "Head of TCG" means. Glik is the head of TCG, not the other two.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:06, 18 May 2022 (UTC)

== Alec ==

[[User:Hikaru_Wazana/Alec]]

Is everything ok to transfer this page to mainspace? I moved to my personal space to be able to work better on it, but I already put everything that was missing. [[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 00:16, 19 May 2022 (UTC)
:Looks fine, I've mainspaced it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:41, 19 May 2022 (UTC)

== Miette's Slurpuff ==

How you feeling about this [[User:FinnishPokéFan92/Miette's Slurpuff|page]] being mainspaced? It did nonbattle stuff after all. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:33, 19 May 2022 (UTC)
:IT does meet the notability requirements, I've mainspaced it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:26, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
::I recall requesting mainspacing that article in the past, but it was rejected back them. Have the notability requirements changed since then? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 08:08, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
:::You requested it at least once on [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User_talk:Force_Fire/Archive_11#Mainspacing_suggestion April 14, 2020], and the criteria changed on [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Bulbapedia:Manual_of_style/Anime&diff=next&oldid=3223681 August 22, 2020]. I'm not sure that's specifically what changed but just thought I'd point it out. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:20, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
::::With Miette owning a Pokemon with its own page and a second Pokemon, can Miette get her own Pokemon template--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:51, 20 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::With Slurpuff, and by extension Miette, being unlikely to appear again, I chose to re-evaluate it based off the one appearance it did have some impact, and decided what it did in that episode was notable enough. Ideally, I would like it to do more in just its debut episode, but given it's unlikely to appear again, thought I'd be a bit lenient with it.
:::::As for giving Miette her own Pokemon template, [[Category talk:Trainer's Pokémon templates|the rule]] states that a character needs at least two of their Pokemon have articles, not that they own two or more Pokemon.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:56, 21 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::Makes sense. Thank you for the explanation. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:19, 21 May 2022 (UTC)

== Unblock request ==

I humbly ask if there's a possibility to bring me back my privileges on editing the Nintendo Switch and creation trio pages. Finally, once I get my privileges on editing the Nintendo Switch and creation trio pages back, I will prove to you that I will be responsible with those pages in the future by discussing a major change, so as to avoid edit warring. --[[User:SaturnMario|SaturnMario]], [[User talk:SaturnMario|his talk]] and [[Special:Contributions/SaturnMario|his contributions]] 19:38, 19 May 2022 (UTC)

==Lillie's Magearna==
I was wondering whether User:Samueljoo/Lillie's Magearna might be ready to be mainspaced?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 18:45, 21 May 2022 (UTC)

== Possible to merge accounts? ==

I used to work here as [[User talk:Croconaw2000|Croconaw2000]], but I deleted the email a long time ago and don’t remember the password, so I was completely unable to log back in. Would it be possible to merge the two accounts in some way, or redirect the old account into this one?

Also, if MarioWiki says that Wartortle has the same Chinese name as {{smw|Kooper}}, why shouldn’t we note it ourselves?

[[User:Pikmin3WiiU|Pikmin3WiiU]] ([[User talk:Pikmin3WiiU|talk]])
:... users are only allowed one account per person, but I'll allow this instance. It is not possible to merge accounts, and I don't think it's necessary to redirect the old one. And we're not MarioWiki. It may be notable there, but it's not notable here.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 10:13, 22 May 2022 (UTC)

I wouldn’t have made a new account if I could log back into the old one. I had also asked on the bulbapedia discord if it was possible to change the email or password and they suggested creating a new account

[[User:Pikmin3WiiU|Pikmin3WiiU]] ([[User talk:Pikmin3WiiU|talk]])

== Move template ==

Do you think the {{template|anmov}} template could be used for Z-Moves and Max Moves. I feel having the description of those moves on the Pokémon's article is unnecessary, given that, unlike improvised moves, they have move pages to house their move descriptions. They could definitely still remain under separate subheaders in the "Moves used" section, but the current format doesn't fit them IMO. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:08, 22 May 2022 (UTC)
:I feel having the same move descriptions on the Pokémon's page kind of defeats the purpose of having a separate page to house those descriptions, specifically the movie's own article. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:22, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
::That's something I've also thought about as well, the descriptions aren't really needed as those are already explained on the individual move articles. The base move being used for the Z-move is probably the only important part, I think, so a re-tweaked version of the current move template to accommodate that would be good.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:06, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Sounds good. Can I convert the templates if we use the tooltips template to identify the base move(s) until the tweaked template is ready?.--[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:31, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
::::As in, in a similar way that, say, Mimicked moves have tooltips to tell which they were copied from, except this time, they're used to identify the base move(s). --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:00, 27 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::I'd be okay for that to be a temporary solution. As for the tweaked template, shouldn't be too difficult to get that done, thinking of simply adding another column to it, [[User:Force_Fire/Template:Anzmov/h|like]] [[User:Force_Fire/Template:Anzmov|so]]. Don't think I need to tweak the footer of the template.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:36, 27 May 2022 (UTC)
::::::Thanks. I'll start editing the move lists. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 21:16, 27 May 2022 (UTC)

== First visits to a region ==

Do the first visits to a region from characters other than the Journeys main trio count as major events? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 11:22, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:For former main characters, yes. I believe we also note when Misty and Brock travelled to Alola in the major events section.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:00, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
::So only important when it is a main character?[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 12:17, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:::Yes. They were at one point main characters, that makes them important enough.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:47, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:::And so we're clear, because I know what you're trying to do, the focus here is former main characters not Chloe or other supporting characters. Different rules for different characters.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:48, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
::::Wait, so it’s important if this is their first series or if they were a main character? Is that what you’re saying?[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 12:56, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:::::If Brock and Misty were to go to Galar for the first time, then that would be noted in the major events section as they are important characters (being former main characters). If Shamus or Montgomery were to go to Galar for the first time, then they would not be noted in the major events section as they were not a main characters. Not that hard to understand.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:25, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
Okay, I don’t need the sass, I just wanted clarity, which you didn’t even do. Is it important to mention if this is their first series, say Ren or Danika?[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 14:02, 24 May 2022 (UTC)
:Just wanted to be sure. Thanks, FF. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:31, 24 May 2022 (UTC)

== Lana's Lapras ==
Assuming it even matters, [[User:Playerking95/Lana's Poké Ride Lapras|this page]] meets [[Bulbapedia:Manual_of_style/Anime#Notability_requirements|Notability requirements]]. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 23:58, 30 May 2022 (UTC)
:So I see you've answered multiple other comments on your talk page. Could you please answer this one as well? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 11:34, 2 June 2022 (UTC)

== This pointless edit war has to end once and for all ==

Hello, I see that you noticed the edits I made last week, I explained my case on my talkpage but unfortunately never got a reply on there. In summary, this whole situation about characters' ages has got out of control, I've come to a conclusion that no matter how much I try helping this situation, I definitely can't do it all by myself. I haven't got the opportunity to reach a clear consensus about the subject with a Staff Member since I never got a reply but since it seems you're interested in this, I definitely have to inform you that this case has to finally come to an end.

I feel like I have to explain this whole situation to you so you can know in depth what all of this is about, there's this user called [[User_talk:Inkster|Inkster]], who you may recognize, who made an edit on March 29th to multiple articles related to player characters (these being Ethan's, Kris', Lyra's, Lucas' and Dawn's) where they added a piece of information related to their age, which have, for years, never been revealed and it also seems that throughout the entire existence of these character's articles there has never been an important version that specified any age either.

The source they quoted came to public knowledge in 2011, meaning that throughout this entire time, information about some of the characters' age has never been added to the site and if it would have been relevant information the characters' respective articles would have had the information on them for years like how Hilbert's and Hilda's articles have had their confirmed age on their articles for years.

Besides that, there's definitely a problem with the source, you see, what they're trying to use as the reference that supposedly confirms an age is Nintendo DREAM (ニンテンドードリーム) 2011年 01月号 [雑誌] where there was published an interview regarding to the art development of Pokémon Black & White, what this means is that they're using information about Pokémon Black and White that certainly has nothing to do with characters from games like HeartGold or Diamond, of course you wouldn't expect any information to be revealed that isn't about the newest games at the time (Black & White) and unsurpisingly that's exactly the case, all of what is written on there is about Pokémon Black and White.

The reason why they quoted that magazine, however, is because of a brief comment by Ken Sugimori which roughly mentions something like Hilbert and Hilda were designed to look older than ten or eleven-year-olds unlike previous game characters, the source that they quoted is in fact, '''a translation of the magazine''' that states quote, unquote "So this time we received orders from Masuda to increase the ages of Black & White’s protagonists, to make them older than the 10 or 11 year olds we used in previous games" and that is the only time it is mentioned any age regarding to previous characters.

I have to add that the term 10 or 11 year old to refer to pokémon player characters has been vastly used by a really big amount of people, this includes pretty much every player character even if their age has already been revealed. Why this term is so popular is mostly because of the anime, in which they never got tired to mention that trainers start a journey with pokémon since the age of 10, something that in the games (which is where the characters they're trying to show an age come from) has never been mentioned and let's not forget that before Black and White, the only player character that actually had a confirmed age was Red, who is 11 in Red and Blue. What this means is that 10 or 11 year old is clearly just a term to refer to any game player character rather than a confirmed age, and in this case, there was never an age that was explicitly revealed, making the source completely meaningless, 10 or 11 is just a starting age at best.

As you probably can tell, this short quote not only doesn't include any strong confirmation regarding to previous player characters' ages, in fact the interview doesn't even mention a clear age for Hilbert or Hilda, but Inkster is trying to show like if that quote is somehow factual information. Many users have already doubted the idea of adding an age to those articles out of that quote, the article versions that include this have been reverted on multiple occasions since it could be considered just as an assumption that goes against the speculation policy and could even be considered as vandalism since it is misinformation.

But then there's the edit war, instead of trying to allow time for a discussion so this subject can reach a clear consensus or even wait until that information is authorized to be part of the article, the user [[User:Team_Rocket_Grunt|Team Rocket Grunt]] has been constantly reverting edits to Inkster's only because of their own perception with comments like "I think it (Sugimori's meaningless quote) does (confirm an age)" I think you've already noticed it the day I was contributing to Lucas' and Dawn's articles.

I've been doing some research about this subject and I found out that both Inkster and Team Rocket Grunt have had quite an interesting story to say the least, which I find relevant to this case and I'll share right away.

'''Inkster:''' This user apparently has something with the research of characters' age, looking at many articles, they've been responsible of editing the age section of many of the player characters, a small case I'd bring up is that they added Red's age from Red and Blue to Leaf's page with the excuse of "presumably Leaf has the same age that Red had in Red & Blue" yet they still add the "10-11" age to both Brendan's and May's articles by stating that that's the age they had in Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald besides Brendan and May having a confirmed age, being 12, that was confirmed in the Ruby and Sapphire remakes, their excuse was, quote, unquote "Y'know, I think this information also applies to RSE Brendan and May, considering the whole multiverse thing and ORAS being seperate from RSE." For me this has no sense, if they're going to add different ages to characters based on their game, at least be consistent.

But this isn't the case that hurts the most, in Rei's and Akari's articles, Inkster was responsible of removing those two characters' ages, which previously was stated that they were 15. The reason for Inkster to remove that information, which not only was mentioned on the actual game, Pokémon Legends: Arceus, was simply because that age was mentioned by a NPC as an assumption of Rei/Akari's age so they can be part of the Survey Corps where it seems that the minimum age to be a Survey Corps member was at least 15, not to mention that no matter the character the player decides to play as, the character's counterpart would also appear on the game as another member of the Survey Corps, something that they weren't considering when editing those articles' trivia. I'd have been fine if Rei's/Akari's article didn't include any age if it wasn't for the fact that an age related to them is way clearer since that information is in the game and it actually hints something where for our current case, there isn't really anything but misinformation.

'''Team Rocket Grunt:''' It seems that you've had already somewhat of a problematic story with this user before so I suppose I shouldn't elaborate that much on explaining what's going on with this user so to put it briefly, this is a user who doesn't like to defend their point at the slightliest, they've always been reverting edits only because they disagree with previous edits and is someone who likes to assume that what they think is correct is a fact. But there's definitely something that you may not know and sums up this entire case perfectly.

A Staff Member from the Editorial Board, glik, declined Inkster's assumption on the player characters being either ten or eleven year olds, explicitly mentioning that their source DOESN'T CONFIRM ANYTHING, [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Ethan_%28game%29&type=revision&diff=3509642&oldid=3501915 Team Rocket Grunt had the audacity to revert glik's edit so that it can have Inkster's original edit that includes the 10/11 year old age.] By the way, when Inkster removed Rei's/Akari's age from their respective articles, they, being completely self-aware (since I have discussed with them previously) wrote "This was declined from both articles by a bereaucrat who has stated twice that the dialogue listed does not confirm anything." I am out of words, I apologize in advance for the trouble that something like an age has unleashed, I really find this whole situation completely ridiculous but I hope you take actions on this, you're the only one who I can recur to at this point.--[[User:Kynn|Kynn]] ([[User talk:Kynn|talk]]) 01:27, 2 June 2022 (UTC)

Regarding player character ages, some people (while not officially correctly) will assume a player character's age based on how they look or what else they have heard about the character. For example, May in Ruby/Sapphire/Emerald looks like she is 7 years old to me, and another example being Lucas from Platinum seems 10 or 11.

That said, there are a few players with officially confirmed ages; Red is 11 and Elio/Selene is also 11 as stated in Ultra Sun/Ultra Moon. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 18:13, 1 June 2022 (UTC)
:[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:Ruby_Sapphire_May.png RSE May] looks exactly the same as [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/File:May_AG.png her anime counterpart] (who is confirmed to be 10 there)... Sure, we don't know RSE May's exact age, but I have no idea why you believe she looks to be 7 years old, especially since there are clearly children that are shorter than her in RSE. 10/11 is very much a believable age range for her.

:Additionally, Red's age appears to be somewhat debatable. He's stated to be 11 in the American instruction manual, yet he's stated to be 10 in the European instruction manual instead; I'm not sure if his age has ever been stated in Japan (but it would certainly be the most accurate age if it was).

:In any case, I do kinda agree that the magazine shouldn't really be used as decisive proof of the ages for the protagonists (especially since Brendan/May are now listed with conflicting ages). [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 19:27, 1 June 2022 (UTC)
:: I'm late, but honestly we shouldn't take 'it looks like it was (a certain age)'as an official age, under that logic I would say that, for example, Calem and Serena look like if they were 17 but their manga counterparts are 5 years younger than that, I'm pretty sure no one, except for the users I mentioned, think that 10/11 is a confirmed age for those characters, it just spreads misinformation because you're making others think that they actually have a confirmed age when they clearly don't.

:: I honestly don't know how this is still an issue considering that glik clearly denied the information they keep adding so Force Fire, if you're reading this, I kindly ask that those characters' articles don't show any age, at least until there's a consensus about the situation. {{unsigned|Kynn}}

:Thought I'd make it clear that I blocked you on the grounds of the passive aggressive edits you made, and not whether I agree or disagree with the addition of the ages. I can see why Inkster and TRG would think the quote hints at the ages of pre-Gen V protagonists, yet the wording does seem to be too generalized and the two seem a little too eager to say Sugimori's referring to those characters specifically. So, I also don't think it counts as confirmation, wording is too generalized to make a judgement on the pre-Gen V protagonist's ages.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:00, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::Don't worry about it, as I wrote it on my talkpage, I felt that I had to take that route because it seemed like if no-one was actually checking CharacterDex frequently and I couldn't have known otherwise if I didn't do those edits, the edit war was just very evident to me so I found weird that very few users noticed it. Again, I want to apologize if my edits seemed rude from my part, I'll make sure to remove the age from those articles and I hope that next time there'll be a proper discussion related to these kind of topics before adding them to articles.--[[User:Kynn|''Kyn ~'']] 14:23, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Just so you know, that interview was from when Gen V released and showed the previous protagonists, so it was obvious that Sugimori referred to games prior to Gen V. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 14:44, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::Listen, I'm pretty sure you actually had no bad intentions on researching information for those articles but I feel like you should've contacted someone else before adding it and causing so much trouble. {{unsigned|Kynn}}
:::::Inkster, do you have proof that the book showed previous protagonists in relation to that quote, or are you saying that because Dr. Lava put stock images of the previous protagonists on their article? If it's the latter, then... that's clearly not indicative of the content of the book. It's not like that image is scanned directly from the book itself. You're far too eager to put a number to a character without taking the context of the quote. The quote seemed more a general "we were told to make them older than what we usually do" not "we were told to make the protagonists older that the previous ones, who are 10-11".--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:58, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::With you logic, than wouldn't that mean the protagonists are usually 10 or 11 years old? [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 15:01, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::::It's a generic statement, not an explicit one.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:05, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::::The [[player character]] article sourced that interview in that context that the quote implies the protagonists are usually 10 or 11 ("They are usually 10 or 11 years old"). [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 15:13, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::::::The exact quote is ''Sugimori: “So this time we received orders from Masuda to increase the ages of Black & White’s protagonists, to make them older than the 10 or 11 year olds we used in previous games.”''. It does refer to the previous protagonists. I don't believe we, as a wiki, are supposed to decide what age of a character is more correct or not. I think we should just put all the factual data on the page and let the readers interpret however they want, that's how we won't ever spread any misinformation. Saying we know ''nothing'' isn't accurate if we there exist such quote.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:17, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::::::Exactly because this is a wiki, there shouldn't be added any information that suggests interpretation and it's not factual, it's just a generalization rather than a confirmed age, I'm aware that a bulbapedia guideline wants to have the most amount of information in the articles as possible but that doesn't mean that every single quote made by GAME FREAK should be added on an article, it has to be relevant if there should be one. {{unsigned|Kynn}}
:::::::::::But wouldn't that Sugimori said be relevant? [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 15:43, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::::::::The way I see it is that, if information that is actually in a game isn't going to be considered then it has way less sense to add such a quote like this one and yes, I'm referring to Rei's and Akari's articles, as I wrote I'm fine with those not showing an age but why wouldn't they show the age that they hinted in the actual game but those other characters' articles do show an age when its source is far more recherche. {{unsigned|Kynn}}

:::::::::::::Also, I still think that the quote berely confirms something--[[User:Kynn|''Kyn ~'']] 15:57, 2 June 2022 (UTC)

I tried to edit May's page because even if she ain't seven like I think for RSE she has to be at least 10 but clearly isn't 12. ORAS May looks like she has actually gone through puberty a little but RSE May looks like she is still very young, like under 11. [[User:Mario60866|Mario60866]] ([[User talk:Mario60866|talk]]) 02:59, 4 June 2022 (UTC)
:It has already been explained to you that appearances do no matter when it comes to confirming the ages of characters. Only textual evidence or confirmation from an official source can be used to determine the age of characters. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 03:04, 4 June 2022 (UTC)

:So, I think we can bring back Sugimori's quote about protagonists' age. Kynn doesn't think we can use information outside the games, but that's not how it's done here.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 12:04, 10 June 2022 (UTC)
::The quote doesn't say that ''all'' of the previous protagonists were 10 or 11. Additionally, Brendan/May's age in ORAS contradicts this quote as well. Even if those remakes came out after this quote, it seems strange to list two different ages for what is basically the same game. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 12:17, 10 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Pokemon universe doesn't have consistent timeline nor character ages. It's fine if character has two different ages depending on the game, especially in case of ORAS which is implied to be from different timeline. Again, we DO NOT decide what's canon and what's not, we just get all the information and present it to the readers. And the quote does talk about all previous protagonists.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 11:26, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
::::"''And the quote does talk about all previous protagonists.''"
::::This is just how you're choosing to interpret it. Saying "The 10 or 11 year olds we used in previous games" is not the same as saying "the 10 or 11 year olds we used in '''all''' of the previous games (if it was the latter, I would agree with you). For all we know, he was referring to Red/Leaf (who are confirmed to be 10/11) and the Gen 2 and/or 4 protagonists. The quote is up for interpretation, which is why it can't be used as solid evidence. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 21:55, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::Precisely, it's a vague, generalized quote that doesn't go into specific. Again, users are all too eager to add a number whenever it shows up.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::The most straightforward interpretation is that they all were 10 or 11. His whole comment wouldn't make sense if it's not the first time they changed the age of the protagonits. Ignoring it is not a good way to deal with it. His quote still should be mentioned in the age section of these character's infoboxes.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 10:25, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::::"''The most straightforward interpretation is that they all were 10 or 11.''"
:::::::A straightforward interpretation is still an interpretation.
:::::::"''His whole comment wouldn't make sense if it's not the first time they changed the age of the protagonits.''"
:::::::Again, it's really more of a generalization. Maybe Brendan/May were 12, but the other protagonists were 10/11, in which case the quote would still make sense; 12 would not make them significantly older than the other protagonists. Hilbert/Hilda being 14/15 is far more noticeable, hence why he noted it in the first place. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 11:16, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::::You're forgetting that I never originally added what he said to Brendan/May's articles, as they were already confirmed to be 12.[[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 23:55, 18 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::::::And by "confirmed" I mean retconned. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 23:56, 18 June 2022 (UTC)
A "retcon" for what already seemed to be mostly a generalization (again, he never said ''all'' of the prior protagonists were 10/11) feels more like that statement shouldn't be taken entirely at face value. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 00:16, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
{{Indent}} I never said that, he only said "older than the 10 or 11 year-olds we used in ''previous games''" (note this interview was from when Gen V released), which ''suggests'' the Gen II and IV PCs were also within that age range. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 00:24, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
:I'm aware of when the interview took place and I did I mention above that this was a possibility, yes. I was mainly stating that I'm not comfortable with listing the statement as hard confirmation of their ages. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 00:42, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
::If it isn't considered hard confirmation, is there anything against listing them as "''about'' 10/11"? [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 01:21, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
:::'''PokemonMasterJamal3''': Brendan and May weren't stated to be 12 at that time. I'm not saying you're supposed to believe in 100% they are that age, I'm saying it has to be noted that they all were described to be that age, otherwise it's dictating what people should think and gatekeeping the information.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 22:08, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
::::The word "all" was never stated by Sugimori, which is what I'm trying to emphasize here. I'm not stating the info is useless or anything, I'm just saying I don't think it's concrete enough to list as their ages. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 23:06, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::Bottom line, ForceFire declined it, so they had the final word on this matter. It doesn't confirm anything and that's final. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 23:35, 19 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::It's still the straightforward sense of this sentence, he would need to add exeptions if he wanted us to know it's not about all of them. Adding the age to the page doesn't make it universal fact it just means they were meant to be that age at some point, different games still could retcon the age multiple times. I just want us to report all what we know and not gatekeep information.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 17:19, 20 June 2022 (UTC)

== New Pokemon Infobox ==

Since we have a few new Pokemon today, I have an opportunity to make a suggestion. When a new Pokemon is revealed we don't know a lot of information about it which makes the infoboxes full of "Unknown" labels and the navbox on the top of the page is completely useless. I think it could be better to have a simplified version of these infoboxes to show what we know and what we're supposed to know. I made an example here: [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Team_Rocket_Grunt/New_Pok%C3%A9mon_Infobox]. I think it would look more professional and complete and also, it would help keep track of all revealed Pokemon and connect their pages for better navigation, because the page "List of Pokemon by national dex" is protected, rarely updated, and it doesn't show images.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 16:04, 1 June 2022 (UTC)
:Saw it when it was made. Instantly didn't think it was necessary. No need to fix what isn't broken. There being "unknown" in the infobox is something that can't be helped when there's new Pokemon. Same with the navbox being "useless", that's just natural for a new Pokemon article to not have much. There's also no need to have the other new Pokemon shown in the navbox, it just clogs up the article and makes it look unsightly. If people wanted to know what the other new Pokemon are, they can, you know, browse the site.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:13, 1 June 2022 (UTC)
:Nonetheless, I hope the staff will like this idea and not disregard it instantly.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 16:19, 1 June 2022 (UTC)

== Legendary Pokémon template ==
Can you fix your edit to the Legendary Pokémon template so a line is separating gen 8 and gen 9?--[[User:Reinhartmax|Reinhartmax]] ([[User talk:Reinhartmax|talk]]) 17:11, 1 June 2022 (UTC)

== Image debuts ==

Lusamine, Gladion, Mohn, and Professor Magnolia were all listed as picture debuts for those respective episodes, and the episodes where they physically debuted (or in Mohn's case, first appeared in a flashback) were also listed as in person debuts. There are probably more examples of this, too. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:14, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:While the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime#Pokémon appearances and debuts|anime manual of style]] only notes Pokemon, I think it makes sense to count human characters in the rule as well.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:28, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::What's the ruling on flashbacks? [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:34, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::Additionally, what's the ruling on fantasy appearances? Professor Cerise's first appearance is listed as JN001 on his page, even though it was only a fantasy appearance. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:41, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:::I think it's a similar ruling to Pokemon (even though it's not written down), fantasies don't count as debuts while flashbacks do (and the debut would probably count twice, once for the flashback and once for the in-person appearance).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:47, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
::::Since it's a somewhat relevant topic, [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Category_talk:Episodes_in_which_a_Champion_appears I posted something about Champion appearances a while back]. Do you have an opinion on this? [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 16:04, 2 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::That category should only count physical appearance, imo. Having fantasies/flashbacks/photos count feels like it's just bloating the category with minor appearances (though one could argue there are important flashbacks that drive the plot, so that's probably something to consider).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)

== MinnieG again ==

I've posted about them before, but MinnieG's edits are starting to become a bit of an issue.

They usually contain some mixture of:
# Poor grammar/awkward wording (which will often overwrite perfectly fine edits prior to it). It doesn't help that these tend to be fairly lengthy edits.
# A tendency to focus too heavily on generic character relationship aspects, such as saying that a protagonist is protective/supportive of their friends... which is a trait that every single protagonist shares (making it far from unique).
# Related to point 2, most of their edits in the "Character" section of protagonists' pages are almost exactly the same structure-wise. For example:

"Lillie at times has shown to lose her composure when pushed into a wall, becoming depresses and unsure of herself. However, Lillie manages to pick herself back up through her friends support and encouragement, which inspired her to not give up. This is shown when she decided to put an end to her fear of touching Pokémon in ''Mission: Total Recall!'' and perfecting Subzero Slammer with Snowy in ''Chasing Memories, Creating Dreams!'' because of her resolve."

"In addition, Mallow has shown to lose her composer when pushed to the side, as she would doubt herself. However, Mallow would pick herself back up through the help of her friends. This is shown when made a meal for Tapu Koko while working at Oranguru's place in ''A Recipe for Success!'' and perfected Bloom Doom with Tsarrena during her battle with Lana at the Alola Pokémon League in ''Battling Besties!'' because of her resolve." [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 20:34, 7 June 2022 (UTC)

:MinnieG's a user that I've kept an eye on from time to time, the way they edit is quite familiar, but I unfortunately can't do a check on them. Their repetitive edits can seem jarring, and really the only way they can stop is if the improve on their grammar, make better judgement on what is notable, and be a bit more creative with their sentences.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:13, 8 June 2022 (UTC)

== Deletion of "Old Verses" ==

I explained it on {{ut|Anzasquiddles|Anzasquiddles's talk page}}, but you think that redirect is fine. If yes, then why? Redirects for plurals are discouraged because of the way MediaWiki links work: <code><nowiki>[[Old Verse]]s</nowiki></code> gives [[Old Verse]]s. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 08:39, 9 June 2022 (UTC)
:Since when has redirects for plurals been discouraged? We have [[moves]] and [[signature moves]] and [[abilities]] and plenty others. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:50, 9 June 2022 (UTC)
::Some exist (and are encouraged) due to ''irregular'' plurals, such as [[abilities]] (singular is ''ability'', note the change: -y → -ie- + -s), but you might think the [[moves]] and [[signature moves]] redirects exist rather for search reasons? --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 09:01, 9 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Yes, plural links are good for search purposes. There is more than one Old Verse, so people are likely to search "Old Verses" searching for information about the Old Verse Key Items. And for irregular plurals, we have link templates for many of those such as {{Berries}} and {{Abilities}}. But we still have a redirect because it is useful for search purposes. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 09:13, 9 June 2022 (UTC)

==Mega Anime Move Boxes==
I was wondering if we could create a seperate anime move box for Pokemon in the anime that have mega evolved like we have for those who use Z-Moves, Dynamax and Gygantamax, for example
{{anmov/h|fighting|steel|Ash Mega Lucario {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}|0=Aura Sphere|1=Force Palm|2=Steel Beam|3=Double Team}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 4}}||0=Aura Sphere|1=Force Palm|2=Steel Beam|3=Double Team}}}}
{{anmov|fighting|Aura Sphere|JN086|A Battle of Mega Versus Max!}}
{{anmov|fighting|Force Palm|JN086|A Battle of Mega Versus Max!}}
{{anmov|steel|Steel Beam|JN086|A Battle of Mega Versus Max!}}
{{anmov|normal|Double Team|JN108|}}
{{anmov/f|steel}}--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 07:57, 11 June 2022 (UTC)

:With Z-moves and Dynamax moves, they are completely different moves with completely different gimmicks. Whereas the moves Mega Evolutions use are just the same regular moves. So I don't see a need to duplicate the same info.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:00, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
::While I understand that, Ash-Greninja has its moves listed in a separate box. So could the same possibly apply to Mega Evolutions? Moreover, with Mega Evolutions, the template could show off the user's changed type. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:06, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Honestly, I don't think Ash-Greninja needs its own move box either. And I don't think showcasing changes in typing would be enough to justify the duplicate information. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 06:04, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
::::Never noticed Ash-Greninja having its own template. I'm all for removing it due to it basically duplicating the same info as the regular form's move template. While showing a different form using a move is a good enough reason to split, I still think it's just duplicating the same info (different types also seem too minor to consider).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)

==Infernape Fire Punch==
Fair enough on the previous point, just to verify, can we say for sure that Infernape definitely used Fire Punch whilst the other moves were unconfirmed?--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]] ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 08:05, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
:Yes, Fire Punch has a unique animation (I say that with certainty because I can't imagine another move that could be animated similarly, Comet Punch may be, but that has never been animated with flames).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 09:43, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
::In Pokémon Adventures, there was an instance of a Pokémon covering its fists with fire to attack without it using Fire Punch, so IMO, it could've been something similar and not a move at all. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:10, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Eh, I'm in the mindset of separating anime and manga. They're two different mediums that are far too different have one cancel out the other. And the unique move animation policy only covers anime (to be honest, manga never crossed my mind when I started that policy)--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)

== Ignoring comments ==

I haven't heard anything from you about my last question about Lana's Lapras in about two weeks despite your obvious activity. What is the point of pushing for discussion if the higher ups are going to ignore them?--[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 11:53, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
:There are 50+ sections on this talk page, with some being quite extensive, so it's pretty easy to miss smaller sections that are in between bigger sections like the Lana's Lapras section. For Lapras, don't think a consensus was given for Ride Pokemon at the time, but from what I can gather from Kiawe's Charizard (who was in the same boat), it was only mainspaced once it was clear that it was actually his Pokemon and not one owned by the whole family. So the same would go for Lapras, was it actually stated that it was a Pokemon she actually owns (thus would make it notable) or does her whole family own it. Again, you are just looking that the notability requirements and arbitrarily saying things are notable, without actually looking at the context/bigger picture.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:25, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
::Thank you for the response. I have no idea if it is owned by only her or the family, though wouldn't it still be considered Lana's regardless? And I am looking at the rules and trying to find what fits within them. Considering I keep 'missing the bigger picture' despite working on this wiki for a decade, I would say the rules are unclear or failing to convey what is actually needed for something to be mainspaced. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 23:44, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
:::I think the point Force Fire is making is that an article fulfilling the bare minimum requirements for notability doesn't automatically make it good enough for the mainspace. As for you wanting more specific rules/criteria, each article is going to have its own unique context that needs to be accounted for. There is no number of rules or extra requirements that will work for every situation. All I can say is that generally an article should be substantial and interesting to read. If an article technically fits the requirements, but seems like it's missing important context that hasn't been revealed yet, or isn't interesting and engaging enough, it's probably not ready for the mainspace. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 05:42, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
::::Precisely what Landfish said. You're just reading that a Pokemon needs to be owned by a main character/appear more than three times/do more than battling, without actually thinking about the specific situations that would make a Pokemon notable. What did the Pokemon do in its non battle episodes? Did it help its trainer? Did it solve a conflict? In Lapras's case, is it actually her Pokemon? We can't expand the criteria for every specific instance because each Pokemon is different and their reasons for being notable are going to be different each time. Yes, by just simply reading the notability requirements, Lapras would be notable for being owned by a main character. But the bigger context/picture is whether Lana actually owned the Lapras. Being owned by the family doesn't mean it's solely Lana's Pokemon, it's not like she took it everywhere like Kiawe did with his Charizard nor did it have a backstory revelaing who actually owns it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)

== Carbink & Diancie's signature typing. ==

I can understand Toxicroak & Sneaseler, for example, but Diancie is literally a mutated Carbink. How are they not related enough for their unique typing to be trivia? [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 19:57, 11 June 2022 (UTC)
:Because they are no related by evolution, period. So it's not unique to one Pokemon or one evolutionary line.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:25, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
::True, but they are related, period. It's not a coincidence that they share the same type, so it seems silly that we can't make an exception. [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 14:39, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Oh, and before Ultra Necrozma, didn't Lati@s have this in their trivia, despite being 2 different Pokemon? Or am I remembering wrong? (I'm trying to check, but the website's being screwy again). [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 14:48, 12 June 2022 (UTC)
::::They may be related by lore, but they are ''still not'' related by evolution. You can't evolve a Carbink into a Diancie, and you can't breed Diancie to get Carbink. They are still treated as individual Pokemon. Thus, they are not related by evolution, making the trivia not unique to one Pokemon or evolutionary line.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:56, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::The same goes for the Lati@s twins, but they had the unique type trivia. (at least I remember them having it; I'm still having trouble checking). Why did they get special treatment? [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 15:27, 13 June 2022 (UTC)
::::::I can assure you, Lati@s was never said to be the only Dragon/Psychic types. And even if it was, it was probably swiftly reverted, as [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Latios_(Pok%C3%A9mon)&diff=2625577&oldid=2625575 these] [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Latias_(Pok%C3%A9mon)&diff=2625576&oldid=2625574 two] edits from 2017 (the year Ultra Necrozma became a thing, and were the only two edits relating to their types throughout 2017) show. And it also shows that it was not reverted because of Ultra Necrozma, it was reverted because Lati@s are not related by evolution (they are related by lore, but are still treated as individual species with not evolutionary relations).
::::::And [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=List_of_Pok%C3%A9mon_with_unique_type_combinations&diff=2525256&oldid=2525254 this 2016 edits] on the type combination article shows the Lati@s was never in the main template but in the trivia section with Solrock/Lunatone and Carbink/Diancie.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:20, 14 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Huh, I could've sworn it was for some reason. Very well then. I still think it should be added, but I can tell I'm not going to win this, so I'll leave it be. Good bye. [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 17:38, 14 June 2022 (UTC)

== Exclusive pages for the 8 Masters/Champions ==

In view of the discussion with the Pokémon of some characters, I decided to ask this question before wasting unnecessary time. I'm working on a page of [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Lance (anime)|Lance]] and his story within the anime, trying to get away from what's on his main page (where it talks more technical details than what he actually did in the anime canon). It was close to what I was trying to do with Cynthia's page, which I left on a [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Cynthia (anime) extended history|reserve page]] to work on later, but I would like to know if if I continued this and did it for the other Champions, what are the chances of this being approved and going for mainspace?

Theoretically, the only characters I need to do this would be Steven, Diantha and Lance (which is pretty much finished already), since Iris, Leon, Cynthia, Alain and Ash already have their pages. My intention was to hand it in after the tournament was over, but as apparently there's been some discussion about what's notable and what's not, I decided to ask at once. Should I go ahead with this or are the chances of being approved zero?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 14:16, 13 June 2022 (UTC)

== Gender difference ==

While I can agree with your point regarding Meganium's gender difference, what about Gyarados? Paul's Gyarados, for example, had blue whiskers. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 14:39, 15 June 2022 (UTC)
:Read the {{bp|Speculation policy}}, in Paul's Gyarados's case, the female variant of Gyarados has not appeared in the anime yet so we can't use its gender difference. Just because other gender differences have been acknowledged, doesn't immediately mean all of them are acknowledge, the anime needs to acknowledge each one of them. Raichu's gender difference wasn't even acknowledged, even when Tierno's Racihu had hhr gender confirmed.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:46, 15 June 2022 (UTC)
::Wasn't sure if a female Gyarados had appeared yet. Thanks. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:03, 15 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Meganium's gender difference isn't based on length of the anthennas, but their shape. They clearly drew them in different way than previously. Oliver's Meganium has antennas pointing upwards.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:08, 15 June 2022 (UTC)
<gallery>
154Meganium OS anime.png|anime art
Elisa Meganium.png|Meganium (before adding gender difference)
File:JN020 Meganium.png|acklowledgement of the difference
</gallery>
::::Male Meganium's antennae are longer than the female, so yes, it's absolutely based off length. The shape is only like that because it's following the shape of the head, the female antennae does the same thing (it follows the shape of the head).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:38, 16 June 2022 (UTC)
:::::You know well it's not true.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 22:03, 19 June 2022 (UTC)

== Categories ==

Could you not jump to your admin power and please start a discussion first? You know, the thing you preach that us lesser beings have to do? Both Infernape and Greninja are one of the heaviest focused Pokémon of their series and a category for their focused episode like any other important character makes sense. If someone else gets an Infernape-dumb argument but okay-then why not make the name “Ash’s Infernape” like I started with? Fixed your issue with it, right? Looking forward to your response!--[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 14:40, 16 June 2022 (UTC)
:I also want to add that reserving it for walking Pokémon is an odd cutoff. Togepi or Dedenne has hardly done anything compared to those two. Is this not worth taking another look at after a decade?--[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 14:43, 16 June 2022 (UTC)
::At one point, I made a category for episodes about Mimikyu, but came to kind of regret doing it later after seeing how little episodes it had. Could you remove it? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 17:46, 16 June 2022 (UTC)
:::That helps prove my point. Mimikyu is a walking Pokémon with a small amount of focused episodes. What, like 5 compared to 20? Being a walking Pokémon isn’t the best way to determine these categories.[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 17:50, 16 June 2022 (UTC)
::::Hello? You undid my edits and I want to talk about it.--[[User:Pikablu|Pikablu]] ([[User talk:Pikablu|talk]]) 18:06, 17 June 2022 (UTC)

{{indent}}If you want to suggest making new categories, you need to ask on a talk page. Don't just do as you please. And it was also once deleted before, so I deleted it again. We don't need categories for literally every Pokemon a characters owns, and the ones that you deem important were really only important for their own series, unlike Pikachu or Meowth who are basically main characters. I personally would restrict it even further to just those two, or maybe include Wobbfuffet just for how long its been around.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:30, 19 June 2022 (UTC)

== User:Great designer ==

[[User:Great designer]] has left a trace of many suspicious activities here in addition to manipulating puppet accounts. The user page contains some overt information on stalking and impersonating, which they have been doing since mid-February. There is also much evidence of their insulting and harassing other users and bureaucrats on social media with ''ad hominem'' attacks followed by long and opaque statements. The user claims to have sent an email and addressed some unspecified topics on 17 June 2020 (UTC). The message was left on [[User talk:DzaiSheng]] and [[User talk:Great designer]], but no such email has been received as of now. This makes their latest activity very dubious. The eponymous account on 52Poké has been permanently banned since late April for repeated misuse and appropriation of contributions by others in and out of the site. Considering his wrongdoings on the sibling site and on social media, I would suggest keeping a close watch over what they vow to do next.[[User:DzaiSheng|DzaiSheng]] ([[User talk:DzaiSheng|talk]]) 09:35, 22 June 2022 (UTC)

== Add Page to template. ==

Heya,

I made [[List of other event distributions (Generation IX)]], as the first distribution for Scarlet and Violet had just been announced. Can this page be added to [[Template:Event Pokémon]]? Also the Generation 4 GTS link on this template links to a redirect, if this can be corrected or the original page moved back to where it used to be. [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 18:06, 22 June 2022 (UTC)
:Done.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 18:13, 22 June 2022 (UTC)
::You deleted the Generation 7 page from the template there.[[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 18:17, 22 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Oops, fixed.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 18:22, 22 June 2022 (UTC)
:::: Can you also add: [[List of internet event Pokémon distributions (Generation IX)]], and also the lochide function to the [[Template:LAevent/head]] template so its consistent with the standard [[Template:G8event/head|generation 8]] template? Thanks! -- [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 13:59, 3 August 2022 (UTC)
::::: Done.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:24, 3 August 2022 (UTC)
::::::Get rid of the extra <code><nowiki>style="</nowiki></code> and it should work. The line should read like this: <code><nowiki>! style="{{#if: {{{lochide|}}}|display:none;}} background:#{{Legends Arceus color light}}" | Location</nowiki></code> -- [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 14:38, 3 August 2022 (UTC)
::::::: And [[List of local event Pokémon distributions (Generation VIII)]]-- [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 11:15, 16 August 2022 (UTC)

Done.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:35, 17 August 2022 (UTC)

:Add [[List of serial code event Pokémon distributions (Generation IX)]] -- [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 06:28, 7 October 2022 (UTC)
::Done.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:45, 7 October 2022 (UTC)

== [[Pokémon in Russia]] ==

Would it be a good idea to hide the two latest revisions from Inkster on this article, since the vandalism is still present and visible there? [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 18:11, 23 June 2022 (UTC)
:Oh and it's visible in your last revision too. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 18:17, 23 June 2022 (UTC)
::Looks like Inkster didn't remove all of the vandal's edit in their undo edit, so my rollback of the vandal only removed what Inkster removed. I've hidden all the edits.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:38, 24 June 2022 (UTC)

== Volcanion ==

Did you intend to make Volcanion's species page only editable by administrators? [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 05:36, 24 June 2022 (UTC)
:Oh... um... oops. Fixed.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:38, 24 June 2022 (UTC)

== Type specialists ==

Hi! Sorry to bother you, but I was hoping to get your input on [[User talk:Pale Prism#Specialists|this discussion]] about type specialists. — '''[[User:Pale Prism|⚫︎ Pale Prism ⬟]]''' [ [[User talk:Pale Prism|Talk]] ■ [[Special:Contributions/Pale Prism|Contribs]] ] 00:40, 25 June 2022 (UTC)
:Bumpity bump. — '''[[User:Pale Prism|⚫︎ Pale Prism ⬟]]''' [ [[User talk:Pale Prism|Talk]] ■ [[Special:Contributions/Pale Prism|Contribs]] ] 01:30, 26 June 2022 (UTC)
::Bumpity, bumpity bump. — '''[[User:Pale Prism|⚫︎ Pale Prism ⬟]]''' [ [[User talk:Pale Prism|Talk]] ■ [[Special:Contributions/Pale Prism|Contribs]] ] 23:33, 30 June 2022 (UTC)
:::Ugh. — '''[[User:Pale Prism|⚫︎ Pale Prism ⬟]]''' [ [[User talk:Pale Prism|Talk]] ■ [[Special:Contributions/Pale Prism|Contribs]] ] 04:47, 28 July 2022 (UTC)
::::It would be nicer to restart the topic instead of bumping an existing one. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 07:26, 28 July 2022 (UTC)

== Goh's Arctozolt ==
Hey, I rewatched some of Journeys's old episodes, and saw that Goh's Arctozolt appeared in (at least) three episodes. Its debut episode, well it was prominent for about 90% of the episode (unlike most of Goh's Pokémon). And like, I said, made a few more (somewhat) prominent appearances on Journeys. I already have a draft created, so can I have permission to officially post an Arctozolt article on the Main Page of Bulbapedia?

[[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 04:49, 26 June 2022 (UTC)
:The notability requirements states: Those that haven't had plot significance must be used by him in at least two different episodes, in addition to their capture episode. So Goh needs to use it one more time. Just appearing three times means nothing if it only did something notable in one of those times. Side note: if you're wondering, yes I checked all of Goh's other reserve Pokemon and they still meet the requirement of being used by him at least twice.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:07, 28 June 2022 (UTC)

== Type specialists+ ==

Hi! So, according to you, [[Elesa]] should qualify as a notable {{type|Electric}} specialist of her sex because she's the only female out of six. On the other hand, [[Bede]] shouldn't count as a notable {{type|Fairy}} specialist of his sex because he's the only male out of four.

Honestly, that's all fine and dandy, but it leads to an obvious question: what about characters who are 1 in 5? — '''[[User:Pale Prism|⚫︎ Pale Prism ⬟]]''' [ [[User talk:Pale Prism|Talk]] ■ [[Special:Contributions/Pale Prism|Contribs]] ] 00:37, 3 July 2022 (UTC)
:These "x out y" trivia should be based on common sense, you don't need to ask for every single different variation. What's next? is 1 out of 7 notable? Just use a bit of common sense.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 07:47, 3 July 2022 (UTC)
::<q>These <q>x out y</q> trivia should be based on common sense.</q> Agreed! Wonderful. Brilliant… Very enlightening… All of my questions have been answered?!
::Really though, I agree that there should be a standard as to how to deal with these situations. Your ideas are great and all, but I'm more concerned with accuracy and consistency. As per the existing standards, I was under the impression that 1 in 4 was notable, and 1 in 6 wasn't, but I guess that that's completely arbitrary? 1 in 5 is completely up in the air? There's not something in the Bulbapedia help guide that says otherwise, is there?
::I'm not asking about every single case (I legitimately don't know how you arrived at such a weird conclusion); I was presented with a 1/6 case and a 1/4 case, and I wanted to know what the intermediate case would be. {{unsigned|Pale Prism}}
:::IIRC 1/3 and 1/4 are generally not considered notable. 1/5 is probably going to be a case-by-case situation. 1/6 is probably fine, but again it may depend on the context. Instead of focusing on an exact number rule, Force Fire is (probably) saying that we should consider the context and think about whether it makes sense in the first place for that trivia to be included. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 04:51, 28 July 2022 (UTC)

==[[Ivysaur_(Pok%C3%A9mon)#May.27s_Ivysaur|May's Ivysaur]]==
Before getting into an edit war, I would like to know what criteria are used to consider a Pokemon that has never been shown in the anime, a "notable appearance".
I undid that part and then it was undone (for a change...). Not even May's Venusaur has exactly notable criteria in the anime.

Since it doesn't have a section for Clemont's Helioptile, Gary's Wartotle or Paul's Grotle (which is fair), it doesn't seem to make any sense to do that.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 21:54, 06 July 2022 (UTC)
:Decided to remove it after some reconsideration. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 22:13, 6 July 2022 (UTC)

== Diantha (anime) ==

Does [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Diantha (anime)|this]] page have the requirements to go to mainspace?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 23:25, 09 July 2022 (UTC)
:All she has done is battle. Even if the Masters 8 Tournaments are more notable battles, the "only battled" rule does not take into account importance. It's still just a battle. And expanding a simple sentence and making overly detailed '''will not''' make an article more notable. It just bloats the article with unnecessary fluff. It's not the size of the article that determines notability. It's the actions of the character.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:23, 10 July 2022 (UTC)
:::I'm not going to argue, I'm sad but unfortunately ok. Just wanted to say, when I make detailed pages for Diantha, Bea, or Cynthia, I don't want to put unnecessary material. This is character development, making an article and just putting that character "appears in episode X, reappears in episode Y, appears in flashback in episode Z" is simpler to eliminate pages of the characters and put a table with the appearances only. Cynthia's page before I tried to add content looked like a draft, which is pretty weird for one of the more developed characters in the anime.
:::But as I said I won't argue or try to make anyone change their mind, it's up to me to accept and let it go,I won't delete the pages of the characters I created if someday the staff thinks these pages are ready for mainspace, they will be there. Thanks for the feedback anyway. --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:00, 10 July 2022 (UTC)
:::::I would like to know if the page has already met the requirements to be able to go to mainspace. At the end of Journeys I intend to request the deletion of practically all my userpages and this is one that I would like to get some approval for because it took considerable time to do. -[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 02:27, 6 September 2022 (UTC)

== Image error ==

There's an ongoing error that's been happening for a couple of days. Whenever there's a new image uploaded, it shows this: Error creating thumbnail: /bin/bash: /usr/bin/convert: No such file or directory Error code: 127. How long do you think it'll take for this to be fixed? [[User:Seabiscuit2020|Seabiscuit2020]] ([[User talk:Seabiscuit2020|talk]]) 02:07, 11 July 2022 (UTC)

== Element symbol ==

I think it's more precisely referred to as an "element symbol", though some people use the term "periodic symbol" as well, so it's probably fine as it is. "Chemical symbol" usually also includes information such as the mass number and the atomic number and such, so that's probably not the best term to use. Just thought I'd inform you! [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 06:33, 14 July 2022 (UTC)
:I see, thanks.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:46, 14 July 2022 (UTC)

== AlolanRanger ==

AlolanRanger has continued to post dubious trivia with poor grammar ([https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=JN109&diff=3545647&oldid=3536333 like here, for example)]. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:17, 15 July 2022 (UTC)

== Floette ==

There's currently an edit war on the Floette page regarding the use of the term "Legendary Pokémon" to refer to Eternal Flower Floette. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 08:19, 16 July 2022 (UTC)

== you dont add powerful ==

that doesn't make sense

Paul's Urusing has it down to eb extremely powerful You have down for Ash Palpitoad as physical tough and many other pokemon in the Series that has something similar

we have Ash dragonite as extremely resilient and strong Pokémon

Ash Heracros as powerful battler

so what the difference to me its called Nothing. Im pretty sure, you all against me thats why when I add something you all need to jump at me {{unsigned|Gian9456}}

== Trivia ==

JN91 Same Trivia Me has seen In AG178 and M18 page trivia section [[User:AlolanRanger|AlolanRanger]] ([[User talk:AlolanRanger|talk]]) 17:40, 17 July 2022 (UTC)
:Doesn't matter, it's not notable the third time.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:59, 17 July 2022 (UTC)

I was skip--Gian9456 01:01, 19 July 2022 (UTC)

== Am I still blocked? ==

I recently tried editing MY PAGE, and saw that any of my edits resulted in level three vandalism. I took a look at the FAQ page. and I saw that I could be in an abuse condition, am I right about this? [[User:Figalho|Figalho]] ([[User talk:Figalho|talk]]) 13:13, 21 July 2022 (UTC)
:Are you trying to edit your ''user''page? Because if so, you have to be {{bp|autoconfirmed}} before you can edit your userpage. To become autoconfirmed, you have to have been a user for some time and make a certain number of '''main'''space edits.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:21, 21 July 2022 (UTC)

::Oh sorry, actually I was talking about my own talk page.[[User:Figalho|Figalho]] ([[User talk:Figalho|talk]]) 13:27, 21 July 2022 (UTC)
:::Are you trying to remove the welcome template, or any other content, again? That's probably why. Please stop trying to remove content from your talk page, per the {{bp|Talk page policy}}, leave any discussion and the welcome template as they are.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:44, 21 July 2022 (UTC)

:::It wasn't the welcome message that I tried to remove, but my statements, which I consider insignificant, i read the Talk Page Policy, and saw I really can't do this. I really want to believe that no administrator used their power to manipulate this rule and that it has NEVER BEEN BROKEN. Even without the concrete answer, I conclude that I am no longer blocked, thanks for your attention, [[User:Figalho|Figalho]] ([[User talk:Figalho|talk]]) 14:09, 21 July 2022 (UTC)

== JN119 ==

The episode currently titled as JN119 ("Chloe and Eevee - The Miracle of Evolution") was confirmed not to be a numbered episode yesterday. It's going to be a clip show episode instead. Could you move and renumber episode articles accordingly? Thank you. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 12:53, 23 July 2022 (UTC)
:As in, an unnumbered clip show. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:19, 25 July 2022 (UTC)
::Moved.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:30, 26 July 2022 (UTC)
:::Okay, now things are becoming confusing, since the official anipoke_pr Twitter page is not calling the clip show "episode 119", after all. I do not know how long the episode will be, but if it turns out to be a normal length episode, I suppose it should be moved back. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:34, 28 July 2022 (UTC)
::::All this discussion is kind of irrelevant until the episode is officially aired, no? If the episode has unreleased scenes, it's basically a normal episode. The mention of it being episode 119 is more because the episode is taking up the show's traditional timeslot, I think.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) ([[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 16:08, 28 July 2022 (UTC))
:::::We're aware. It's best to wait 'til the episode airs and see how things play out.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:10, 28 July 2022 (UTC)
::::::I'd say we can count this as a regular episode. While a clip show and a bit longer than a normal episode, it had an opening, commercial break, end credits, and a next episode preview. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 10:33, 29 July 2022 (UTC)

== Another pointless edit war ==

Somehow, there is still an edit war on the [[player character]] article relating to ages, which is even more pointless as you have previously stated the used source is a vague generalization that doesn't go into specific details. The segment on the article itself ("They are usually 10 or 11 years old" is reminisent of the "all trainers are 10" conclusion that many jump to without any official confirmation. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 12:04, 6 August 2022 (UTC)
:There's a difference between saying that source implies certain characters are 10/11 and using it as generic, catch-all source as the player character articles uses it. It's fine on the player character article as it's being used in a general context rather than it saying that ''specific'' characters are 10/11.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:23, 6 August 2022 (UTC)
::If this is saying they're ''generally'' 10-11 as opposed to ''specific'' ones, wouldn't that make it acceptable be added to their articles as "According to Ken Sugimori, the protagonists are ''usually'' 10 or 11 years of age" in a general context or? [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 13:01, 6 August 2022 (UTC)
:::It's fine on the general player character article, but not the individual specific characters because it doesn't name which ones.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:39, 6 August 2022 (UTC)
::::I see. Although I'd like to mention that Red's article says that he is 10 in the European version, but I can't find any source that confirms this. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 13:54, 6 August 2022 (UTC)

== MinneG yet again ==

I've posted about them twice in the past, but I would like to bring up their edits once again.

Compare [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3552885&oldid=3552701 their most recent edit to Chloe's Eevee] to these other edits made by confirmed Kittystyler sockpuppets:

* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3331916&oldid=3331873 Example 1]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3334421&oldid=3334100 Example 2]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3340321&oldid=3339909 Example 3]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3358172&oldid=3352145 Example 4]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Chloe%27s_Eevee&diff=3399183&oldid=3396956 Example 5]

At this point, I find it extremely difficult to believe that this could be anyone other than Kittystyler.

Additionally, even outside of them being a likely sockpuppet, MinnieG's poor grammar and tendency to focus too heavily on minor details (such as overfocusing too much on character relationships) has continued to be an issue despite the multiple messages on their talk page.

I'm aware that a check is not really an option at this point, but is there really nothing that can be done? [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 21:15, 6 August 2022 (UTC)
:I've been monitoring this use for a while, and while I can't do an IP check, their edits are way too similar to past sockpuppets to not be KittyStyler. They've been blocked.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:25, 7 August 2022 (UTC)

== Cynthia's Garchomp ==

https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Cynthia%27s_Garchomp&oldid=3553808

''Be patient, it can be added after the episode airs. Stop rushing things just to be the first.''

I've noticed that several things I post are reversed but strangely when other users post THE SAME CONTENT it goes by smoothly, so I start to think that it actually has something to do with what I post. It wasn't enough that I was forced to delete my discord account because I had a "pseudo admin" coming to piss me off in my inboxes.

You once said that I take things too personally, but certain actions don't do much to erase that idea.

I uploaded the image because it was released in high resolution and hosted it on the site, as I did '''EVERY TIME''' I hosted an image. It has absolutely nothing to do with wanting to be first in something. Good night--([[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 22:27, 10 August 2022 (UTC))

== Iamdisha ==

Despite having been warned about it three times, Iamdisha continues to be making an excessive number of edits in a short period of time. They seem to have a history of ignoring their talk page, so I didn't see any point in giving them a fourth warning that they'll just ignore, so I figured I'd bring it to your attention instead. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:10, 14 August 2022 (UTC)

== New Episode Category ==

Hello, I would like to know if you object to me creating a category of episodes focused on Cynthia, since she has some episodes that don't involve battles, I believe it makes sense to have that.--([[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 16:53, 26 August 2022 (UTC))
:[[:Category:Episodes in which a Champion appears]] should suffice.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]]

== Am I allowed to do this? If so, is there a fast way to do it? ==

In the Pokemon GO section, every Pokemon that learns Frustration/Return has a {{tt|‡|As Shadow/Purified Pokémon}} symbol next to it. That symbol is also used for moves that can no longer be learned or require an Elite TM, so I think it'd be better replace it with a [[File:GO Shadow icon.png|24px]] and [[File:GO Purified icon.png|24px]] respectively. Would this be allowed, and is there an easy way to do it? (ie, BulbaBot or something?) [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 04:33, 31 August 2022 (UTC)

== Suggestion ==

Heya. How are you doing?
I’d like to make a suggestion: instead of using screenshots for moves and 3D Pokémon sprites, why not use GIFs instead, like for the moves as they appear in 2D? In the case of moves, they allow users to see what a move fully looks like without having to go to YouTube. I think it’s better than using multiple screenshots. What do you think?

Also, mind telling me what it’s like in Australia? :D [[User:Eternium-Z|Eternium-Z]] ([[User talk:Eternium-Z|talk]]) 12:01, 31 August 2022 (UTC)
:That's never gonna happen. Animated models are simply too large and will cause slower load times, especially if we're going to have multiple of them animated. It's simply not worth it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:43, 31 August 2022 (UTC)
::Sorry to butt in, but this should only be part of Bulbapedia's past, NOT present. I may know that already, but other EP wikis don't care and just put animated 2D renders of the models. Also, I think this is mostly a very historic "policy", which Bulbapedia tends to adhere to, but in a really bad way. This was, I think, only part of worries that e.g. it will cause memory leaks while rendering the image in IE (which we mustn't worry about now). It's never too early or too late to introduce them. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 15:15, 31 August 2022 (UTC)
:::The issue isn't that we don't want them, the issue is that the files would be too large for the site to handle, as well as having more than one animated image on an article, which may cause severe load times.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:24, 31 August 2022 (UTC)

== Evolution data ==

I noticed the explanation for reversions was "consistency"

My response: consistency with what?

At the time of the edits no other Generation IX Pokémon page had the sentence, and the pages for those Pokémon in question still do not. Cetitan still does not. Fidough still does not. The starters still do not. What does it need to be consistent with?

My stance: wouldn’t it make more sense to leave out evolution data until the game releases, or at the very least if a trailer drops? Because the use of the sentence "It is not known to evolve into or from any other Pokémon” is kinda synonymous with Pokémon that don’t evolve at all. We don’t know if any of these Pokémon will have evolved forms, so why use a sentence that insinuates they won’t? At the least just put the word “currently” in there. [[User:Crummymummy|Crummymummy]] ([[User talk:Crummymummy|talk]]) 18:03, 1 September 2022 (UTC)
:It's to be consistent with all other Pokémon not known to have an evolution. Aerodactyl ''could'' get an evolution in Gen IX too but that doesn't mean we remove the evolution info for it. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 20:07, 2 September 2022 (UTC)
::It's to be consistent with all the other 805 Pokemon, not just the other Gen IX Pokemon. Just because some of them don't have it, doesn't mean none of them should have it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 19:18, 6 September 2022 (UTC)

== Adding to Unique Type Combination templates ==
Hello, I'm here to suggest adding a Gen VIII column to the Former Unique Type Combination template, an several Gen IX Pokemon have sent other Pokemon into that chart. [[User:PinkYoshiGaming|PinkYoshiGaming]] ([[User talk:PinkYoshiGaming|talk]]) 23:56, 1 September 2022 (UTC)
:It's on my list of things to do.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 19:18, 6 September 2022 (UTC)

== AlolanRanger ==

[[User talk:AlolanRanger|AlolanRanger]] is still solely focusing on adding unnotable trivia to articles. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 21:41, 6 September 2022 (UTC)

== Question ==

Is it possible for regular users to edit the sprites section of Pokémon articles? If so, could you show me how, please?[[User:Eternium-Z|Eternium-Z]] ([[User talk:Eternium-Z|talk]]) 11:48, 14 September 2022 (UTC)
:If you mean the spritebox, then no, only staff members can edit those.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:18, 14 September 2022 (UTC)

Oh, okay, thanks for letting me know. I asked because I thought that using GIFs for 3D Pokémon sprites would be better than using static images.[[User:Eternium-Z|Eternium-Z]] ([[User talk:Eternium-Z|talk]]) 11:31, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
:Animated models are out of the question as they can be very large in size and will cause the site to load slower, especially if were to have multiple animated models playing at the same time.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 13:01, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
::Animated models from generation 6 like on [https://projectpokemon.org/home/docs/spriteindex_148/3d-models-generation-1-pok%C3%A9mon-r90/ this site] weight around 200KB, same like some of BW sprites which are already used on Bulbapedia. I think we could eventually update models for newer generation. I guess it depends on the tech guys behind Bulbapedia when they fix image issues.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 13:25, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
:::Is there any way they could be set to only load the GIF/APNG and animate if hovered over, with the first frame being loaded as a static image the rest of the time? I've seen that capability on other platforms, having them be "static images unless interacted with" could reduce the strain, they could play one at a time versus all at once. [[User:Atrius97|Atrius97]] ([[User talk:Atrius97|talk]]) 14:23, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
::::Or maybe we could start having separate gallery pages for each Pokémon. Something like [[Pikachu (Pokémon)/Gallery]]. --[[User:Daniel Carrero|Daniel Carrero]] ([[User talk:Daniel Carrero|talk]]) 14:57, 15 September 2022 (UTC)
:::::I would even expand that on "non-essential data" (or with a different name). The most common complains about Bulbapedia I hear is that you need to scroll over a lot of data to see what you really want, stats, moves or weaknesses.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 18:55, 15 September 2022 (UTC)

== Please don't break the rules ==

[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Bulbapedia:Userspace_policy Here] it is written that: "'''Users at administrator level or above have the authority to delete any content they feel is breaching the userspace policy. Offenders will generally be given a day or two to "rescue" their content and save it somewhere that isn't on Bulbapedia.'''". I didn't break any rule so I don't see a reason to be banned besides you being prejudiced against me. If you want me to put that edit on my subpage then at least don't make it impossible to access. It doesn't make any difference to me and I would be happy to talk instead of all this.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:14, 18 September 2022 (UTC)
:As I presume you just completely ignored my comment on your talk page, here is the same message.
:Once again, you must be reminded on this. Do '''not''' go around making largescale edits without permission, especially if you are going to just undo yourself. That makes it completely unnecessary and almost vandal-like. If you want to showcase a suggestion, do so in your userspace, stop going around acting like the site is your play thing. Before you cry "it's not in any policies", it's common sense. Not everything needs to be written down, particularly when it comes to common sense things. Also, I was being pretty lenient in my reminder in the previous discussion, but your snarky response suggests you don't want me to be lenient. It doesn't matter if you're making mainspace ideas, it doesn't make you above policy or of higher authority, you still need to abide by it.

So next time you have some giant suggestion, make a userpage. Do '''not''' make such an unnecessary edit.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:25, 18 September 2022 (UTC)

:It really makes no difference to me. Add that to the rules. I thought I'm making it simpler for everyone by not making new pages for no reason. So, anyway what's your opinion on that suggestion? Btw, I found two subpages of mine that I don't use [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Team_Rocket_Grunt/Template] and [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:Team_Rocket_Grunt/Categorytable], can you delete them, please?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:36, 18 September 2022 (UTC)
::I'm not addind common sense to the policy. Common sense doesn't need to be written, not every little thing that users disagree with needs to be written down in a policy.
::And if it makes no difference to you, then that implies you'd do it again. Once again showing no real fear of consequence. If you do such a thing again, it doesn't make it any more right. The penalty will just be harsher.
::No one is going to bregrudge you for making another userpage with suggestions, why would you even think that.
::If you want my opinion on your suggestion, it's similar to what Nescientist said, less colors more simple listing. Less is more.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:50, 18 September 2022 (UTC)
:::What? Saying it makes no difference to me means I'll do it your way. So, can I have this page visible again so I could copy it on my userspace?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 21:51, 18 September 2022 (UTC)
::::I will make a page, presently, in your userspace with the copy (minus categories) of the [[Type expert]] edit you made.
::::As ForceFire says, user pages exist for a very good reason. If it's for site ideas, just use one. Thanks. [[User:Tiddlywinks|Tiddlywinks]] ([[User talk:Tiddlywinks|talk]]) 02:58, 20 September 2022 (UTC)
:::::Ok. And you also could state your opinion about it. So far I've heard it's a step in good direction.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 21:32, 20 September 2022 (UTC)

== Narrator (WCS) ==

I would like to know, can [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Narrator (WCS)|this page]] be promoted to mainspace? BigDocFan also suggested another name, what is the best option to refer to this character in your opinion?-- [[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 16:39, 20 September 2022 (UTC)
:Announcer is probably a more suitable name and the parenthesis should be the region they're from unless you are certain they're all the same person and not another Joy/Jenny/Don George sort of deal. Otherwise, I think it's fine.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:54, 20 September 2022 (UTC)

== Milcery ==

Caterpie taken more time to evolve in the episode where it caught while Goh's Milcery Evolve just 1 minute after she caught first Pokemon Evolve in quickest time me not written same episode caught or evolve [[User:AlolanRanger|AlolanRanger]] ([[User talk:AlolanRanger|talk]]) 16:45, 20 September 2022 (UTC)

== Can you check a certain user? ==

I have some suspicions about AutumOcto, who I think may be a sockpuppet of a particular user. They're not quite as blatant as MinnieG, but the edits are still fairly similar. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 22:44, 18 October 2022 (UTC)

== Spambots ==

[[User talk:WildaFabian17|WildaFabian17]] and [[User talk:JosefPrendergast|JosefPrendergast]] seem to be spambots. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 07:55, 22 October 2022 (UTC)

== Articles promoted to Main Page ==
Hey there. I created a few drafts for some of Goh's Pokémon after I recently went on a Journeys rewatch marathon, and created these Draft Articles after I believed (IMO) that these Pokémon had, again IMO, enough noteworthy appearances. Of course, I wanted to check with an admin to see if they're good enough to be "promoted" to Bulbapedia's main pages.

*[[User:HygorBH/Goh's Venomoth|Goh's Venomoth]]
*[[User:HygorBH/Goh's Dustox|Goh's Dustox]]
*[[User:HygorBH/Goh's Taillow|Goh's Taillow]]
*[[User:HygorBH/Goh's Lilligant|Goh's Lilligant]]
*[[User:HygorBH/Goh's Floette|Goh's Floette]]
Regardless of your answer, thanks in advance! [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 02:01, 24 October 2022 (UTC)
:Only Venomoth and Taillow meet the notability requirements. Liligant and Floette has not made enough notable appearances, while Dustox doesn't have any notable appearances.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:32, 25 October 2022 (UTC)
:: While we're on the subject, I know that Goh's Pokémon need at least three episodes of noteworthy appearance to receive their own articles, IIRC. But, Goh's Absol only has two episodes on the "History" description. So, I'm assuming that if a Pokémon had an entire episode dedicated to them, it drops to 2 episodes instead of 3? So, if let's say, Falinks had another noteworthy appearance, it would then receive its own article, since it also had a whole episode dedicated to it? [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 19:33, 25 October 2022 (UTC)
:::Also, also, does that mean, I have permission to create an official article for Goh's Venomoth? Like, if I do, I won't get in trouble? And Taillow for that matter. {{unsigned|HygorBH}}
:::::''Only Venomoth and Taillow meet the notability requirements.''

:::::Does this mean that Venomoth and Taillow can be moved to mainspace?-[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 15:18, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
::::::Venomoth and Taillow are fine to be mainspaced.
::::::As for Hygor's other question, yes, if a Pokemon has a very prominent role in its capture episode, it counts as an episode it had an impact on, so it's notable once it appears more than once (in a non background capacity at least, ie. not just standing idly). Otherwise, the second part of Goh's rule comes into play (the Pokemon needing to be used by Goh in some capacity in more then two episodes).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:10, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
::::::: OK. So, I'll create pages for Venomoth and Taillow and place it on the main page. I just hope I don't get into trouble afterwards. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 17:35, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
::In fact, the process would just move the page to mainspace, Hygor. It is not necessary to create a new page to place your content.[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 20:24, 26 October 2022 (UTC)

== Leon Charizard ==

''For rival characters and other recurring characters, only their signature Pokémon may have an article created about them. An exception may be made if another Pokémon that is not the signature has had an impact on the series. One example of this would possibly be Gary's Arcanine. Jimmy and Marina also fall into this category. If a rival's signature Pokémon does nothing more than battle or has no major impact on the plot, then it is not notable for an article and instead should have a section on its Trainer's page.''
:Leon's Charizard fits this criteria. Can we please stop pretending it hasn't had an impact on the series? If you want to argue that it hasn't, look at episodes [[JN042]] to [[JN045]]. This Pokémon has had more notability than many rival Pokémon that do have pages. --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 20:07, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
::Take [[Harrison's Blaziken]], [[Nando's Roserade]], and [[Miette's Slurpuff]] as random examples. Please explain what these signature rival Pokémon have done that makes them worthy of a page when Charizard isn't? --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 20:35, 26 October 2022 (UTC)
:::Being a signature Pokémon is just one of the criteria. And Miette's Slurpuff is an actual character that does things besides battle and has an article that is interesting to read. Also, just because some older articles no longer fit the newer criteria does not mean that newer articles don't still have to meet the criteria. The article still just amounts to Charizard battling and does not make for an interesting read. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 00:28, 27 October 2022 (UTC)
::::Interesting read and relevant read are different things. Even if a majority of it's appearances are battling, it has still done things related to the plot of the series: serving as Ash's main goal, helping stop the Darkest Day, training with Ash, its backstory with Leon. I also don't understand the issue with battling. It's Pokémon. Battling is the main pull of the franchise. It makes sense that it will be heavily featured. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 00:36, 27 October 2022 (UTC)
:::::That's rather the point. A Pokémon engaging in Pokémon battles is the norm, not a special exception that makes it distinct and interesting enough for its own article. We don't have an article for every Pokémon that has battled in more than one episode. And there are plenty of Pokémon (such as those belonging to Gym Leaders) that Ash has had to battle for his journey, some across multiple episodes. That doesn't make the Pokémon itself interesting or notable enough to have its own article. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 00:45, 27 October 2022 (UTC)

{{indent}}Leon is a Champion, so he falls under rule 4 not rule 3. And in accordance to rule four, only their signatures get articles if they have done more than battle. Charizard only meets half of that requirement.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:09, 27 October 2022 (UTC)
:''Gym Leaders may have an article about their signature Pokémon, but only if it did more than just battle in the episode(s) it appeared in and had some impact on the plot''
::Leon is said to be Ash's main rival in Journeys so I'm not sure why you think he doesn't fall under both categories. Either way, Charizard helped stop the Darkest Day. That is having an impact on the plot and still qualifies it. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 12:16, 27 October 2022 (UTC)
:::Force Fire, I put this on your talk page because I wanted to have this discussion with you. --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 10:35, 1 November 2022 (UTC)
::::I've already explained in previous discussions why Charizard's role in darkest day isn't worth noting. All it did was battle the Eternatus, it didn't help the main characters get to their goal (as is the case with Steven's Metagross where it helped the main characters infiltrate Team Flare's base).--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:11, 2 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::I really think you're nitpicking this. Charizard is the main Pokémon of both a rival and champion and has participated in events outside of a battle. By definition of the rules, it should have a page. [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 11:13, 7 November 2022 (UTC)
::::::Not gonna make a new thread for this but I definitely agree. Other champion's Pokemon have done less than Leon's Charizard and have a mainspace page (see Diantha's Gardevoir). After their Final Battle, Charizard came with Leon to visit Pikachu in the Pokémon Center and the two butted heads, indicating a sort of rivalry or bond that has formed. I don't think anyone besides a few mods genuinely thinks that it's not notable enough for its own page (especially with its appearances in other media as well, not just anime). [[User:Meanscreen|Meanscreen]] ([[User talk:Meanscreen|talk]]) 06:20, 18 November 2022 (UTC)

== AlolanRanger again ==

Despite having been warned multiple times about adding dubious trivia and/or trivia with poor grammar, AlolanRanger is still at it.
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=JN130&diff=3591070&oldid=3590901 Example 1]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=JN130&diff=3590324&oldid=3590315 Example 2]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=JN129&diff=prev&oldid=3588718 Example 3]
* [https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=JN013&diff=prev&oldid=3582541 Example 4]

They've been notified multiple times over the past two months, but to no avail. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 17:33, 29 October 2022 (UTC)

== MazieGatlin ==

[[User talk:MazieGatlin|MazieGatlin]] appears to be a spambot. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:08, 1 November 2022 (UTC)
:Dealt with.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 08:44, 1 November 2022 (UTC)

== Shipping overhaul ==

What do you mean by "shipping overhaul? Just wondering. Cause evidence is the necessary purpose of the prove of the Amourshipping. [[User:Kevin128|Kevin128]] ([[User talk:Kevin128|talk]]) 01:46, 7 November 2022 (UTC)
:I've explained on your talk page, you can also check [[Bulbapedia talk:Project Shipping#Bulbapedia and Shipping]] for more information.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 01:50, 7 November 2022 (UTC)

== Hikaru Wazana ==

Hikaru Wazana has an anime image source that they use for images from the newest episodes. The thing is, however, that those images are not the best available quality, and end up always being upgraded later, making the initial uploads unnecessary. HW has been asked several times to stop this practice because of this, but they have nevertheless continued it, the latest case being with today's episode images. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 18:22, 11 November 2022 (UTC)
:And here we go again....
:I take 1080p HD quality footage of the episode that I watch, BigDocFan knows where I download the episodes. There are no better quality images of the episodes than this(Unless I get them out of the Tv Tokyo office).
:But let's play for real that you're doing this because I'm myself, I don't know what wrong I did to you, but apparently forcing me to delete my personal discord profile (which I use for other things that don't involve Bulbapedia ) is not enough, right?
:What's your problem with me anyway? --[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:34, 11 November 2022 (UTC)
::As I recall, you chose to leave your own Discord account. I did not force you to do anything. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 19:20, 11 November 2022 (UTC)
:::Yes, I left it because you don't know the difference between "space" and "proper place of things", even after I said that my Discord account is not your space to complain about things and what matters here should be dealt with here.
:::And as far as I know I shouldn't even argue with you, you're as much a user as I am, you're not part of the admin and you don't have any position here. But apparently, you haven't realized that yet.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 19:28, 11 November 2022 (UTC)
::::No need to be rude. Giving constructive criticism is not disallowed. And I don't recall doing it in any sort of insulting way. It is not a right exclusively reserved for Admins. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 19:34, 11 November 2022 (UTC)

{{indent}}From what I'm gathering, from the few files I've checked, could just be a case of someone else having a better image, but it doesn't necessarily mean Hikaru's images are bad (at least, not from what I can tell). I see no problem with it, just as long as its of acceptable quality. As for image sourcing, they probably just screenshot the episode image, nothing wrong with that.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:06, 12 November 2022 (UTC)
:HW's upload of Horace's Virizion is of lesser quality, and also features the TV Tokyo watermark, which is definitely something to avoid. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 15:55, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
::[[User_talk:Hikaru_Wazana#Horace_Virizion]]
::And then you come with hypocrisy saying that I shouldn't be rude to you.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 16:00, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
:::Being rude is not polite. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 17:32, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::I'm being polite enough, if we were somewhere else, or social media, I would have already said what I really wanted to say to you. For me, this discussion was already over. But I hope the admins are seeing what happens here.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 17:44, 25 November 2022 (UTC)

== Pages to approval/delletion ==

As I said before, I'm going to review some pages and try to leave others aside. I would like to know which of these pages here, I get approval and the following would be the first to be deleted.

The Helioptile one is part of something I want to build here, and I think the Pokemon should meet the requirements to be in mainspace.

'''approval'''
* [[User:Satsjoe/Alexa's Helioptile]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Diantha (anime)]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Iki Town festival tournament]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Paldea League]]
'''delletion'''
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Template:Quillon's Pokémon]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Template:Volkner's Pokémon]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Template:Marnie's Pokémon]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Project Mew (Mission Regis)]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Darkest Day (anime)]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Danika's Urshifu]]
* [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Goh's Alcremie]]
Could you be helping me with this?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 18:48, 12 November 2022 (UTC)
::Helioptile isn't notable, per rule 3 regarding recurring character's Pokémon. Gogoat at least had some notable appearances, whereas Helioptile didn't do much. And simply appearing doesn't mean anything, it needs to do something. The only argument you could make is that it's her signature, which is debatable.
::Diantha has only battled in all her appearances to date. The only time she didn't battle was during the Team Flare arc, which even then she didn't do anything that notable.
::It seems fine, but manga is not my expertise. Ask for second opinions regarding this.
::The Paldea league article will be made once the games are out.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:11, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
:::Ox, would it be up to you to delete the Padela League page? Could you delete [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Pokémon Performer|this one]] too?--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 11:34, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
::::If you want it to be deleted. Could still be mainspaced once the games are out.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:08, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
::::::Is [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Alexa (anime)|this page]] good enough to go to mainspace? I took into account that Alexa is practically more relevant in anime than in games, so I think it's fair to separate the two pages.[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 14:11, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
:::::::Alexa is notable for her own anime article, approved.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:42, 22 December 2022 (UTC)

== Chloe: a main character confirmation? ==

[https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1591672205040943105 An official piece of artwork] features Chloe alongside all of Ash's friends. Does this count as evidence towards Chloe being counted as a main character or not? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:56, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
:The artwork leaves out Goh, so I would say no. The official site still doesn't list Chloe as main character, as well.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:06, 13 November 2022 (UTC)
::Ah, okay. Didn't know about an official site listing. Got it. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 16:07, 13 November 2022 (UTC)

== Preview ==
Where is Preview button and how to use it what is happen with Preview button [[User:AlolanRanger|AlolanRanger]] ([[User talk:AlolanRanger|talk]]) 10:36, 14 November 2022 (UTC)
:It is the button right next to the '''Save changes''' button, marked as '''Show preview'''--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 10:39, 14 November 2022 (UTC)

== Potential sockpuppet? ==

Do you think you could check the user "FairyType"? I heavily suspect that they may be yet another sockpuppet of a certain person. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 16:50, 16 November 2022 (UTC)
:Certainly seems like it. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 18:38, 16 November 2022 (UTC)
::I've looked into it and found no matches, but I'll keep an eye out.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:11, 17 November 2022 (UTC)

It took a while, but there was a match in IP address with one of their previous accounts. They've been blocked, once again.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:47, 5 December 2022 (UTC)
:I think it would finally stop being such a troublesome user if KittyStyler's IP address is blocked forever on Bulbapedia. --'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 18:15, 5 December 2022 (UTC)

== *facepalm* ==

I find it very absurd that somehow ''that'' information is denied from being added to the characters' articles for "not listing which ones", even though the article for PCs clearly states ''"from Generation I to IV, the player characters were always 10 or 11 years old"'', which I find rather counterproductive. It's already a hassle trying to interpret and search for vague character lore. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 14:27, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
:To be fair, it actually said "usually" prior to SnorlaxMonster's edit, so I adjusted it back to its original wording. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 14:54, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
::What does "usually" have to do with what I said? We don't know if Brendan/May are 12 as the player while they are as the rival. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 17:09, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
:::The (as rival) parenthesis already suggests that it's exlusive to them being the rival. No need to overcomplicate.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:12, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
::::I know that because I was the one who added the (as rival) prarenthesis. I don't see any reason not to include that bracket on the Johto and Sinnoh PCs. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 17:19, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::Those don't have their ages revealed when they are the rival, at least, not that I remember. If you're talking about the interview, then you're clearly not getting it. I've already explained to you countless times why that source can't be used for ''specific'' characters, but you refuse to listen nor let it go.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:28, 19 November 2022 (UTC)
::::::This discussion wouldn't even been had if you had actually read the interview. Nobody knows what he meant by "previous games", blatantly assuming it meant "all games prior to Gen V" is speculation at most. In fact, there's almost no reason for an article like this to contain meaningless trivia such as ages. [[User:Inkster|Inkster]] ([[User talk:Inkster|talk]]) 21:19, 27 November 2022 (UTC)

== Houfuku ==

Noticed you made an edit on {{m|Comeuppance}} and changed hōfuku to houfuku. However, the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Romanization|manual of style]] says any variation of a long お, including おう, is to berendered as ō. Should we revert? [[User:Kikugi|Kikugi]] ([[User talk:Kikugi|talk]]) 01:56, 20 November 2022 (UTC)

== New Page Proposals ==

Hi! I also left a message on [[User talk:Celadonkey|Celadonkey]], but there are a few notable Pokémon that I would like to make pages for because they are on par with articles such as [[Pikachutwo]], [[Crystal Onix]], and [[Pink Butterfree]]. These would be [[Bulbasaurtwo]], [[Squirtletwo]], [[Charmandertwo]], [[Venusaurtwo]], [[Blastoisetwo]], [[Charizardtwo]], [[Giant Alakazam]], [[Giant Gengar]], [[Giant Jigglypuff]], [[Purple Kecleon]], and [[Orange Archipelago Butterfree]]. (the "Giant" Pokémon might be changed to "Ancient" because I think it was either that or something like that they they were titled with). Would this be okay? —[[User:ParkerHaley2003|ParkerHaley2003]] ([[User talk:ParkerHaley2003|talk]]) 1:12, 20 November 2022 (UTC)
:None of the Pokémon you've suggested are notable, per the [[Bulbapedia:Manual of style/Anime#Notability requirements|notability requirements]]. They all did not do much in the episodes they appeared in, the Mewtwo clones and giants just battled, which is not enough to consider giving them pages.
:For the existing articles you brought up, Pikachutwo had a significant appearance in Mewtwo Returns, the Crystal Onix and Pink Butterfree were Pokemon of the day - thus meeting rule seven of the notability requirements.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 01:38, 21 November 2022 (UTC)

== Paradox Pokemon relation ==

How would you like to write the notes on top of the pages like "Delibird (Pokemon)" that Paradox Pokemon like "Iron Bundle" are their futuristic versions/counterparts/what else? I see you reverted a few edits like that, maybe right wording is the problem but omitting them completely is not an option.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 10:37, 22 November 2022 (UTC)
:Considering they aren't, or haven't been confirmed to be, related to those Pokemon, it doesn't really belong on in the lede like other Pokemon with evolutionary family/forms/megas whatnot. The best place is the trivia and with less definitive wording.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 17:59, 22 November 2022 (UTC)
::They are related by design. It feels really disingenius to omit such information. How about this:
:::''Generation IX introduced Paradox Pokemon Iron Bundle that appears to be inspired by Delibird, however no relation between these two was confirmed.''
--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 18:45, 23 November 2022 (UTC)
::::That wording is fine, it's only the placement that I'm not too 100% on. But considering we're also placing convergent evolution in the lede, it should be fine.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 04:32, 24 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::If that helps, Iron Jugulis's Pokedex entry mentions it being an offspring of Hydreigon.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:07, 24 November 2022 (UTC)
::::::You can check "Paradox Pokemon" page. Every Pokemon they're based on are mentioned in "Enigmas of Paldea". That's all you wanted.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 19:05, 26 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::::I really need you to answer that because you have no argument anymore and I don't have any reason to not add these notes.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 16:01, 28 November 2022 (UTC)
::::::::My last response wasn't an argument against the addition... no need for the aggressive attitude, abide by the code of conduct.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 16:24, 28 November 2022 (UTC)
:::::::::Then I'm sorry. I'm not sure how to approach such topics with you. Thanks.--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 17:03, 28 November 2022 (UTC)

== Macro cosmos ==

Hi, I'm sorry, but how could you possibly think this is a coincidence? they line up EXACTLY. what are the chances that they could just both create the exact same logo and it not be intentional? ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 19:18, 22 November 2022 (UTC)

[[File:20191217 Detective Pikachu 03.jpg|thumb|GUI]]
Here Is a GUI made by Territory Studios for the movie, you can see the logo in the top-right corner, they are the same. ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 19:55, 22 November 2022 (UTC)
:[[User talk:Force Fire/Archive 12#Marco cozmos edit|We've already discussed this]]. It is pure speculation that the logo is supposed to be Macro Cosmos's logo unless you have proof it was intentional. Detective Pikachu can not reference something that was released after it.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 01:52, 23 November 2022 (UTC)
:: About the movie being released before the game, fair enough, but you simply cannot convince me that these are not the same, look at them, please. and tell me, what are the chances of the logos matching up perfectly? what are the chances of this being entirely coincidental? ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 02:13, 23 November 2022 (UTC)
[[File:20191217 Detective Pikachu MC.jpg|thumb]]
:::Unless you have proof that they're both the same logo, it is just a coincidence.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:01, 23 November 2022 (UTC)
::::Even if it is a coincidence, they are still the same. that kind of thing does not just happen. ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 05:07, 23 November 2022 (UTC)

== Nacli ==

I know you said "no copyrighted stuff", but keep in mind that Pokémon and Mario are both owned by Nintendo, and Nintendo games reference other Nintendo franchises (especially the Mario franchise) quite a lot, so it is possible that Nacli's design could have been inspired by the Super Mushroom from the Mario franchise. All those other parallels to copyrighted characters that other users are coming up with are purely speculation, and a bit too much of a stretch, but surely other Nintendo franchises could be an exception to this rule. After all, the Pokémon Egg page states that its design could have been inspired by Yoshi Eggs, and the Revive page states that Revives bear a striking resemblance to Star Pieces from ''Paper Mario'', so I don't see why we can't mention Nacli's similarity to Super Mushrooms. [[User:Buzzfan120|Buzzfan120]] ([[User talk:Buzzfan120|talk]]) 17:58, 24 November 2022 (UTC)
:Copyrighted property is still protected by copyright. Just because other article have something, doesn't mean it's suddenly okay to add more.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:57, 25 November 2022 (UTC)
::So, not even if it's another Nintendo property? Just wondering. [[User:Buzzfan120|Buzzfan120]] ([[User talk:Buzzfan120|talk]]) 08:01, 25 November 2022 (UTC)

== Images of moves ==

Hello. Is there a particular policy about which game's animation should be added to an article? For example, if there's a Sword/Shiled animation, can there also be a BD/SP one, or is it not needed, because Generation VIII is already represented by Sword/Shield? I've seen some articles even having separate pictures for D/P and Platinum, but still wanted to ask this to be sure. Sorry if you're not the one to ask this, and could you then refer me to someone who is? Thank you. [[User:Kikugi|Kikugi]] ([[User talk:Kikugi|talk]]) 20:27, 24 November 2022 (UTC)
:If the animation is different between games, then yes, we upload separate images for each game.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 06:54, 25 November 2022 (UTC)

== Mew ==

Ciao! :D Should the recurring Mew from journeys be be moved to it's own page? the MO1 & MO8 Mews have their own pages, and I think the recurring one has appeared enough. what do you think? ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 13:46, 26 November 2022 (UTC)
:I know you've asked Force Fire and not me but personally I feel we should wait until JN134 airs next week before giving Mew its own page.--[[User:BigDocFan|BigDocFan]], Junior Admin Bulbapedia ([[User talk:BigDocFan|talk]]) 14:20, 26 November 2022 (UTC)
::Sounds good. ----[[User:DHP613|'''D'''HP]][[User talk:DHP613|'''6'''13]] 14:24, 26 November 2022 (UTC)

== Verizion and Suicune ==
Hello, I added stuff to [[Suicune (Pokémon)]] and [[Virizion (Pokémon)]] pages, but it says that my edits got undone by you. Is there a reason why you Undid the edit I made? If so, please tell me why. [[User:IsaacBoi123|IsaacBoi123]] ([[User talk:IsaacBoi123|talk]]) 01:04, 30 November 2022 (UTC)

:I'm sorry for putting those rumor stuff on the suicune and virizion pages. But, for the pronounciation ones, I'm pretty sure they are official pronunciations, because I have the [[Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook]], and in there it has "How To Say It" on the Pokemon, and that is an official Pokémon book. [[User:IsaacBoi123|IsaacBoi123]] ([[User talk:IsaacBoi123|talk]]) 01:19, 30 November 2022 (UTC)
:: As I've said, the official sources aren't consistent with pronunciation, one book will say one thing, one will say another. An egregious case is the Pokedex 3d pronunciation of Unown, which I think everyone can agree is ridiculous. Also, a staff member has a page for pronunications in their userspace if you're interestrd: [[User:SnorlaxMonster/Pronunciation]].--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 01:28, 30 November 2022 (UTC)

== Fan stuff (Regional birds) ==

Hi again, I created a page called "Regional birds", and you deleted it, saying: "Fan terminology is not notable." What do you mean? I do not know what you are trying to say, and I said I was going to update it later on! How come you deleted it? [[User:IsaacBoi123|IsaacBoi123]] ([[User talk:IsaacBoi123|talk]]) 23:50, 1 December 2022 (UTC)
:[[Appendix:Fan terminology|Fan terminology]] is covered in the appendix and is not considered notable enough for its own article in the mainspace. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 23:55, 1 December 2022 (UTC)

== TBR2001 ==

TBR2001 has been extending the "Origins" sections of some Pokémon Masters EX characters, which, while truthful, also seem excessively long. What do you think? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 01:07, 2 December 2022 (UTC)
:Yeah, some of them seem to be a bit much, particularly May and Brendan. I think it should be shortened.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:45, 2 December 2022 (UTC)

== AlolanRanger yet again ==

Once again, AlolanRanger has continued to focus on trivia (which still ranges from dubious to poorly worded/formatted), despite having already been warned multiple times against this. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 15:30, 2 December 2022 (UTC)
:Not to mention adding back in unnotable trivia that they've already tried adding in previously (edit warring) and continuing to add similar trivia to other pages. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 08:19, 3 December 2022 (UTC)

== KryptonLion is using a multi-account ==

[[User:KryptonLion|KryptonLion]] is using another account ([[User:SleepySheep|SleepySheep]]) as a sockpuppet to get an artificial consensus on the Talk Page of the article
[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Talk:Pok%C3%A9mon_world_in_relation_to_the_real_world#Is_Alfornada_a_city_exclusively_based_on_Portugal.3F_It_doesn.27t_look_like_it_according_to_the_game#Paldea Pokémon world in relation to the real world].

This new account not only has as first and only contribution to agree with KryptonLion in a Talk thread in a moment which new opinions are sought to obtain a consensus, which is already quite suspicious by itself, but also the IP of this new user coincides with that of KryptonLion.

A greeting. [[User:Valentio|Valentio]] ([[User talk:Valentio|talk]])

== Purple Kecleon ==

Hi! After reviewing Bulbapedia's "notability" policies, I realized that Purple Kecleon meets these criteria. I created a sandbox of the page and was wondering if I could publish it. It is linked here: https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:ParkerHaley2003/Sandbox/Purple_Kecleon [[User:ParkerHaley2003|ParkerHaley2003]] ([[User talk:ParkerHaley2003|talk]])
:The purple Kecleon didn't really do much, except for battling near the end, so it's not notable. And saying the purple Kecleon in Mystery Dungeon is the same one in the anime is speculation.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 00:42, 5 December 2022 (UTC)
::Hey, me again! I understand your reasoning, but my article was meant to be about the subject of "Purple Kecleon" and not just the Purple Kecleon that appeared in that specific episode. This is also what I meant for my latest proposal: https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/User:ParkerHaley2003/Sandbox/Orange_Archipelago_Butterfree, which I am also asking if it would be okay to publish. Is there a different infobox I can use if I am not referring to a singular Pokémon? --[[User:ParkerHaley2003]] ([[User talk:ParkerHaley2003|talk]])
:::That Butterfree literally did not do anything of note in its appearances. Not notable. Also, you are also under the assumption that all the Orange Island Butterfree are one and the same, this is speculation as per the {{bp|Speculation policy}}.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:11, 8 December 2022 (UTC)

== Question ==
Should we have a category for Pokémon that only evolve from regional variants, such as Perrserker, Sirfetch'd, Mr. Rime, Cursola, Obstagoon, Runerigus, Overqwil, Sneasler, Basculegion, and Clodsire? [[User:Buzzfan120|Buzzfan120]] ([[User talk:Buzzfan120|talk]]) 02:54, 6 December 2022 (UTC)

== Inkster and timeline ==

Inkster is constantly editing timeline on the "Core series" article and I don't want to make edit war. Can you decide once and for all if the 12 years gap between gen 4 and 5 is '''fine''' to be stated or not so he won't come back every few days to change something?--'''[[User:Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket]] [[User talk:Team Rocket Grunt|Grunt]]''' 15:49, 7 December 2022 (UTC)

== Spanish and Italian Pokémon name lists ==

I created two pages yesterday that could be mainspaced:
* [[User:Bfdifan2006/List of Italian Pokémon names]]
* [[User:Bfdifan2006/List of Spanish Pokémon names]]

I created both because:
* it's not about just one name ({{p|Type: Null}}'s) being an exception, 15 names are like that now (14 of them are the Paradox mons other than the box legendaries).
* {{u|Raltseye}} already created these in his userspace, but I didn't want to touch that. Plus, he hasn't contributed at all in 2022.
* It's about time that all the exceptions get listed in one place per language that core series games are released in.
--'''''[[User:Bfdifan2006|Bfdifan2006]]''''' ([[User talk:Bfdifan2006|T]]/[[Special:Contribs/Bfdifan2006|C]]) 09:13, 12 December 2022 (UTC)
:I agree these would be nice to have. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 23:15, 28 December 2022 (UTC)

== "Impossible scenario" (Last Respects) ==

[https://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/w/index.php?title=Explosion_(move)&diff=3630220&oldid=3630134] According to [[Last Respects]]'s page, if a Pokemon faints and uses a Revive, then faints again, 50 base power gets added twice. Although you'd need 100 Revives and it can't be done against real people, it seems to be possible after all. Just throwing this out there. [[User:Unowninator|¿¡Unowninator?!]] ([[User talk:Unowninator|talk]]) 06:10, 14 December 2022 (UTC)
:In any case, Bulbapedia is not a strategy guide; and it's not like this is something that can feasibly happen in normal gameplay anyway, so I don't think it's notable. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 06:31, 14 December 2022 (UTC)
::Ah, wasn't aware revived Pokemon that get defeated again also count. So it is doable, just exhaustive. Cheers for explaining how it's doable, probably didn't have to block anyone if it was actually explained.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 09:05, 14 December 2022 (UTC)
:::I should have looked closer. That trivia does fit there. My bad. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 01:58, 15 December 2022 (UTC)

== Larvitar and Nebby ==

Based on their appearances in [[JN132]], [[JN135]], and [https://twitter.com/anipoke_PR/status/1603698448997310464 promotional material] featuring all of Ash's Pokémon, where do we stand on {{an|Larvitar}} and [[Nebby]] as Ash's Pokémon? Is it possible they're one of those situations like Misty's Togetic where they were never put into a Poké Ball but still count? --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 14:15, 16 December 2022 (UTC)
:Hey, I see you've been active and I was wondering if you maybe missed my message. --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 21:52, 21 December 2022 (UTC)
::Togetic is different as it chose Misty because it saw her first and regarded her as its "mother", that's what separates Togetic from Larvitar and Nebby.
::Larvitar and Nebby didn't choose to be with Ash, at least I know that's the case for Larvitar, and Ash never said he owned them (ala Brock with Vulpix) or stored them in Poké balls. But nevertheless, as they were seen to be in Ash's possession and a lot of people associate them with Ash, they (well, Larvitar) are titled as being under Ash's possession, and I'm fine with that.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:50, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
:::So would this be viewed as counting them as one of Ash's? For example, listing Nebby as his fourth Pokémon of Alola? I'm still a little confused on where you stand on this. --[[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 16:42, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
::::I think the anime have always regarded them as his Pokémon, as is evidence by them being included whenever Ash's past Pokemon are shown. The question is whether we count them as his Pokémon, and the answer is technically no but by association, they are "his Pokemon".--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:46, 24 December 2022 (UTC)
::::Add: I don't think they should count in the tally of Pokemon he has caught, as he didn't catch them.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:47, 24 December 2022 (UTC)
:::::In that case, should the category of Ash's Pokémon be added to them, since the anime considers them his? [[User:Rahl|Rahl]] ([[User talk:Rahl|talk]]) 12:05, 24 December 2022 (UTC)
::::::Sure.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:35, 30 December 2022 (UTC)

== Edit War Over Trivia ==

Hi! Recently I've met an user ([[User:Anzasquiddles|Anzasquiddles]]) who keeps undoing the changes I made to the Farigiraf's page.

My issue is specifically with the "Origin" section, where the user insists on maintaining a lot of pointless information. These include:

- Wordy, poorly written sentences (i.e. "which are four-horned prehistoric relatives to the modern giraffe (...)" could be trimmed into "four-horned prehistoric relatives of giraffes";

- Random mention of unrelated things like the okapi;

- Linking two non-wikipedia external sites, one of them being a random news site whose contents don't add anything new to what was already mentioned (which imo should be strictly avoided due to ads + the lack of encyclopedic information);

- And even getting to the point of describing what Spain is (yes, the country).

I don't think any of the points mentioned above, which the user keeps readding, are compatible with Bulbapedia's standards as they're lowering the quality of the section through fluff. The user tried engaging with me in my talk page, but seemed to not understand that the issue is all the pointless content they added, not whether or not I agree with the theory presented (anybody can verify that I kept it despite not agreeing with it).

It has become as obnoxious to the point I think staff might be necessary to intervene for a conciliation, and I'd appreciate if you (or someone you reassign the issue to) could do that. Thanks.
[[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 14:32, 21 December 2022 (UTC)
:It seems the Spanish connection is the real issue here, which I can understand to a degree, we've had other users adding Spanish/Portuguese influences simply because Paldea is based off the Iberian Peninsula. But I think in this case, it's fine as it's explaining a rather interesting fact that may influence the designers to choose that specific animal.
:I also must agree with Anza about presuming designers don't do their research for their creations. I think that's uncalled for.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 15:17, 21 December 2022 (UTC)
::: That's... that's not the issue... Them going to my talk page to ask why I disagree with that theory is unrelated to the reasons I'm editing the page.
::: The problem is the poor formatting of their edit. I don't mind whatever theory they come up with, but I strongly disagree with them overexplaining it and refusing to let people trim out the redundancies.
:::I'd appreciate if we discussed the points I made earlier in this message, rather than a side topic conversation in my talk page.
:::[[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 16:51, 21 December 2022 (UTC)
::::I just noticed you trimmed the parts I had some issue with yourself, thanks. [[User:ExLight|ExLight]] ([[User talk:ExLight|talk]]) 19:36, 21 December 2022 (UTC)

== About Appendix:Fan Terminology ==

Hello, I've seen your edit, and you said that too many people try to create this "Early-route Pokémon" page. Why not? It has a lot of Pokémon in that category, and there are pages for other terms, such as "Pseudo-legendary", "Elemental Monkeys" "Hitmons", etc. I would like to know why you think we can't create that page. [[User:IsaacBoi123|IsaacBoi123]] ([[User talk:IsaacBoi123|talk]]) 00:18, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
:"Early-route Pokémon" is not a well-defined group and is pretty much solely fanon, not an actual term or official group. IIRC, staff has decided that such cases belong on the Fan terminology page. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 01:17, 22 December 2022 (UTC)
::But there are pages for the elemental monkeys, and THOSE are fan terms, as well as pseudo-legendaries, etc. So why not Early-route Pokemon? [[User:IsaacBoi123|IsaacBoi123]] ([[User talk:IsaacBoi123|talk]]) 17:09, 23 December 2022 (UTC)
:::Those are well-defined groups that are officially recognized to some capacity, they just don't have official names. Whereas "early-route Pokémon" is not a well-defined group and not officially acknowledged to any significant degree. Psuedo-legendaries all have a BST of 800 and other traits that make them clearly defined. Similar case with the monkeys. "Early-route Pokémon" don't have much in common aside from being obtained early in the game, which doesn't seem notable. There's really nothing significant about Pokémon that appear early in the game that necessitates its own article. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 22:21, 23 December 2022 (UTC)
::::"Psuedo-legendaries all have a BST of '''800'''."
::::Just to make a slight correction, it's 600 BST. I definitely agree that early-route Pokémon are not as well-defined. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 23:29, 23 December 2022 (UTC)
:::::Oh whoops. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 02:25, 24 December 2022 (UTC)

== PokePrime ==

PokePrime recently created two categories: "Movies focusing on Ash" and "Movies focusing on Pikachu". I believe these categories are unnecessary, considering that there are far less movies than episodes and it's not unusual for full-length movies to give focus to the two main protagonists.

Additionally, PokePrime has been adding "Episodes focusing on Ash" to a noticeable amount of episode pages, and while I haven't looked through them all yet, some of them don't seem to be any more "Ash-focused" than a normal episode. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 07:20, 27 December 2022 (UTC)

== TBR2001 ==

{{u|TBR2001}} has been almost exclusively editing Pokémon Masters characters articles, mostly adding stuff into the "Origin" sections. Personally, I feel some info they're adding to said sections is either reaching it and/or adds too much detail. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:47, 29 December 2022 (UTC)
:Checked a few of their recent edits and I agree, they're adding too much to justify why a character has a certain Pokemon. Just makes it unnecesary.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 02:35, 30 December 2022 (UTC)
::Thank you for agreeing with me. Do you think you could leave a talk page post to them regarding this? --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:33, 30 December 2022 (UTC)
:::Sure.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 12:40, 30 December 2022 (UTC)

== Casey's Elekid ==
I created a draft article of {{an|Casey}}'s Elekid, because after rewatching the Johto episodes (and Chronicles for that matter), I feel like her Elekid is notorious enough to receive its own article, just like Meganium and Beedrill (who only had one main series appearance). So, I wanted to know whether you think the article is plausible enough (IDR if you're the one who gives the green light or not) to be placed in the main page. [[User:HygorBH|HygorBH]] ([[User talk:HygorBH|talk]]) 16:52, 29 December 2022 (UTC)

<gallery>
Casey Elekid.png|[[User:HygorBH/Casey's Elekid|Casey's Elekid]]
</gallery>
:Elekid doesn't meet the notability requirements. It didn't do much outside of battling. Beedrill only has an article because it was originally Ash's and Meganium has done a lot more and is Casey's signature.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:45, 30 December 2022 (UTC)

== Edit war ==

There's an edit war that's been occuring on the "Core series" page. [[User:PokemonMasterJamal3|PokemonMasterJamal3]] ([[User talk:PokemonMasterJamal3|talk]]) 21:29, 29 December 2022 (UTC)
:Noticed that too. The help came faster than I remembered to ask for it. Thanks. --[[User:FinnishPokéFan92|FinnishPokéFan92]] ([[User talk:FinnishPokéFan92|talk]]) 09:33, 30 December 2022 (UTC)

== Spam ==

[[User talk:MichellQ42|MichellQ42]] appears to be a spambot. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 01:00, 31 December 2022 (UTC)

== Zekrom controversy ==

You undid my cover of the Zekrom Ku Klux Klan controversy and also the ones with the other members of the Tao trio; sure it isn't on the news yet, but it should be covered, even if it has it's own section because it is still considered a controversy because there are hundreds of public complaints out there. There's been plenty of talk about it, and I am sure it would be more prevalent if KKK post weren't removed off of every social media site because of them considering it to be posing discriminatory content. {{unsigned|DonkeyKong364}}
:It's just some random person finding something that isn't there. We're not going to add any instance of some parent complaining about ridiculous things. It's not a controversy. Only one person has a problem with it, and it's not widespread as you think it is.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:54, 31 December 2022 (UTC)
It isn't one person have you seen public complaints? I gave an example. You can say that everything on the controversy article is ridiculous. It's more widespread than you think because this isn't one silly court complaint link. Do research before you vandalize a page.
I can date this back to 2020. The GO release most likely triggered it cause it also dates back to 2020.
Do you think I would rip one thing from a court site and call it a big controversy? I can't post reviews cause of embedding issues but you can dig some of them up:
https://www.bbb.org/us/wa/bellevue/profile/online-gaming/the-pokemon-company-international-inc-1296-22544825/customer-reviews
Archive posts:
https://archive.org/details/Reshiram-Zekrom
https://archive.org/details/Zekrom
Next time, research before you call something off like it never happened. I thought I was contributing something.--[[User:DonkeyKong364|DonkeyKong364]] ([[User talk:DonkeyKong364|talk]]) 05:36, 2 January 2023 (UTC)
::Yeah... no. A few people making ridiculuos claims and shouting into the void are not what makes something controversial. These are just ignorant people seeing something that isn't there.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:58, 2 January 2023 (UTC)
Keep telling yourself that because there are pictures of this. Also, you resorted to denying something before even researching the topic because I saw how fast you replied. There are people just like you who would say that Jynx never looked like blackface.
You're the ignorant one who's living in La-La-Land right now.--[[User:DonkeyKong364|DonkeyKong364]] ([[User talk:DonkeyKong364|talk]]) 06:04, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

== Criterion for cross-generational evolution ==
I see that cases like Alolan Exeggutor and Hisuian Typhlosion are added back to the cross-generational evolution families page as well. While I do see the point in having the cases where new species are involved even if the regional lines are completely parallel to the others since those are still cases where a species introduced in an older generation gets new evolutions into new species in some way, having cases where a Pokemon without forms branches into another with forms feels like the same type of practice as having all regional forms unconditionally because of breeding when those are still the same species being involved and in most cases even with the exact same evolutionary methods. It would make more sense to at least require a new species to be involved for entries on that page, especially when the branched evolution page already covers those cases properly. --[[User:Fortranm|Fortranm]] ([[User talk:Fortranm|talk]]) 09:05, 1 January 2023 (UTC)
:I still think it should count as it is still a cross-generational evolution, it's a Pokemon from one region evolving into a Pokemon is a different form and from another region, regardless of if it's the same species. The design and where they are from makes them count.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 01:41, 2 January 2023 (UTC)
::"One specific Pokemon gets to evolve into something new in a new generation" and "a Pokemon species gets a new relative species in some way" are quite different. If we go with the former and emphasize on a particular Pokemon receiving a new evolution of some sort, the completely parallel lines wouldn't fit. If we were to include all of these on the same page, it's probably better to list the completely parallel ones in a separate section instead and note the difference with the sense of "cross-generation" in this case. --[[User:Fortranm|Fortranm]] ([[User talk:Fortranm|talk]]) 05:20, 2 January 2023 (UTC)
:::If you want to place them in a separate section to distinguish them from the ones that evolve into completely new species, then I'm fine with that. I'm looking at it more as them evolving into something with a completely new design and from a completely different region.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 05:54, 2 January 2023 (UTC)

== Anime Character sections ==
Hello,
I was just wondering when a character section was appropriate for an anime character. I remember it wasn't a thing for characters of the day, but was for repeat and key characters like Gym Leaders. I'd noticed these had been removed on a number of pages like [[Malva]] and others. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 11:40, 5 January 2023 (UTC)
:I believe the character sections are only for anime character pages. If they don't have their own anime page, they don't get one, and if they have one, the character info goes there instead. Since Malva doesn't have an anime page, she doesn't get one. [[User:Landfish7|'''Land''']][[User talk:Landfish7|'''fish7''']] 12:01, 5 January 2023 (UTC)
::::They recently removed this, for me this is a problem. The anime has numerous characters that do not have their own page, since it is almost difficult for them to have their own page, this further limits the information. Even more so when part of the character's biography boils down to an extremely reduced line of what he did in the episode (in some cases, even that is not included).
::::Bea for example, was made official in the anime as a rival, appeared in at least 10 episodes, had a lot of detail about her fighting style and personality and the content of her anime section boils down to 20 extremely shallow lines. I think that one of the two, I divided the pages by anime section/games section as many wikis do or returned to that section as it was done before.
::::It's not new that I question how some texts and pages are built here, but I don't think it's in the interest of the majority to do something more in-depth. So I know I'm outvoted.--[[User:Hikaru Wazana|Hikaru Wazana]] ([[User talk:Hikaru Wazana|talk]]) 13:53, 6 January 2023 (UTC)
:::::I agree Hikaru Wazana. I was the one that wrote many of the character sections in an attempt to deepen and extend the value of the anime sections for many of the Gym Leaders and evil team people - there is some info that belongs in a character section and many of these in-game originating characters are more than just a character of the day like Bea, Pryce amongst others. Previously the character sections appeared sporadic even across the anime-only pages. Besides re-adding the character sections back, the other alternative I can think of is having a massive in-game-based anime character page with heaps of subsections for the Gym Leaders, E4, Evil Teams and other NPCs that are featured in the anime, or all of these in-game characters getting an anime page each even if they are only a character of the day so the layouts can be consistent with other anime character pages. I can't seem to find anything about the change in consideration and am awaiting for admin's ruling on it. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 14:19, 6 January 2023 (UTC)
::::::Is this query going to be addressed? As the head of anime I thought you would be the best port of call. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 11:03, 18 January 2023 (UTC)
::::::Hello. Given the change, would it be worth giving all of these game-based characters their own anime pages? Given most appear across two or more episodes, which is the definition or recurring, so the character sections can be re-added. I and Hikaru Wazana have already been preparing a few for the mainspace, like [[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]], [[User:PardescanSlowbro/Blaine (anime)]] or [[User:Hikaru Wazana/Clair (anime)]]. [[User:PardescanSlowbro|PardescanSlowbro]] ([[User talk:PardescanSlowbro|talk]]) 12:09, 20 January 2023 (UTC)

== League points redirect ==

Just letting you know I made that redirect since [[Battle Points]] or [[Poké Dollars]] also exists as a redirect and serves a similar purpose, also the way the item event template works, It fixes those red links by being able to pluralise currencies, which is now an issue since you deleted it... -- [[User:4iamking|4iamking]] ([[User talk:4iamking|talk]]) 13:25, 6 January 2023 (UTC)
:Aaah, rigth, that makes sense. Feel free to make that redirect again.--[[User:Force Fire|'''F'''orce]][[User talk:Force Fire|'''F'''ire]] 14:23, 6 January 2023 (UTC)

== Why? ==

Why did you remove my Ting-Lu contrib??? :( [[User:Lugia+Ho-Oh|Lugia+Ho-Oh]] ([[User talk:Lugia+Ho-Oh|talk]]) 05:26, 9 January 2023 (UTC)

User talk:Hikaru Wazana

2023-01-20T12:03:57Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Character sections */

User:PardescanSlowbro

2023-01-20T11:38:28Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Human Characters */

==Works in Progress==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{heartgold color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{heartgold color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{heartgold color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Winner
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{soulsilver color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{soulsilver color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{soulsilver color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Runner Up
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #f99349; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8700E"
! style="background: #FBB786; {{roundytl|5px}};" |Third place
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{normal color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{normal color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{normal color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Unknown placing
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}
===Anime===
====Events & Festivals====

====Human Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Blaine (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chuck (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chōta]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Erika (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]]

====Locations====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jojo Island]]

====Pokémon Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Big Town Pokémon]]

===Merchandise===
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Bandai 3D Evo Lenticular Cards]] ‎
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Pokémon Advanced Holo cards]]

==Mainspaced Works==
*[[Alola TV]]
*[[Aura Guardian Festival]]
*[[Bewear's den]]
*[[Bloom Canyon]]
*[[Camphrier Harvest Festival]]
*[[Chapman Research Lab]]
*[[Coumarine City Festival]]
*[[CTV news crew]]
*[[Eindoak Harvest Festival]]
*[[Flower Garden Troupe]]
*[[Ho-Oh Shrine]]
*[[Izabe Lake]]
*[[Legend Festival]]
*[[Light trio (anime)]]
*[[Lugia (anime)]]
*[[Luka's great-grandfather]]
*[[Malamar (anime)]]
*[[Marie's grandfather]]
*[[Mateo and Marissa's grandfather]]
*[[May Festival]]
*[[Misty Village]]
*[[Parade of the Chinchou]]
*[[Pershie]]
*[[Pokémon Advanced battle figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Electronic Figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Micro Playset]]
*[[Pokémon hunters (M21)]]
*[[Pokémon Lenticular Cards]]
*[[Pokémon Kit Models]]
*[[Pokémon poacher (M04)]]
*[[Pokémon Fossil Research Lab]]
*[[Pokémon Stadium Action 3D's]]
*[[Pokémon Street Performer Festival]]
*[[Pokémon Training Center]]
*[[Pokéstar Studios Film Competition]]
*[[Prism Star (TCG)]]
*[[Subway Bosses's Stamp Rally]]
*[[The Marina Group]]
*[[The Protectors]]
*[[Trapinch underground labyrinth]]
*[[Unnamed island (EP060)]]
*[[Wela Fire Festival]]

User:PardescanSlowbro

2023-01-20T11:08:14Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Human Characters */

==Works in Progress==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{heartgold color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{heartgold color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{heartgold color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Winner
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{soulsilver color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{soulsilver color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{soulsilver color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Runner Up
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #f99349; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8700E"
! style="background: #FBB786; {{roundytl|5px}};" |Third place
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{normal color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{normal color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{normal color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Unknown placing
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}
===Anime===
====Events & Festivals====

====Human Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Blaine (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chōta]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Erika (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]]

====Locations====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jojo Island]]

====Pokémon Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Big Town Pokémon]]

===Merchandise===
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Bandai 3D Evo Lenticular Cards]] ‎
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Pokémon Advanced Holo cards]]

==Mainspaced Works==
*[[Alola TV]]
*[[Aura Guardian Festival]]
*[[Bewear's den]]
*[[Bloom Canyon]]
*[[Camphrier Harvest Festival]]
*[[Chapman Research Lab]]
*[[Coumarine City Festival]]
*[[CTV news crew]]
*[[Eindoak Harvest Festival]]
*[[Flower Garden Troupe]]
*[[Ho-Oh Shrine]]
*[[Izabe Lake]]
*[[Legend Festival]]
*[[Light trio (anime)]]
*[[Lugia (anime)]]
*[[Luka's great-grandfather]]
*[[Malamar (anime)]]
*[[Marie's grandfather]]
*[[Mateo and Marissa's grandfather]]
*[[May Festival]]
*[[Misty Village]]
*[[Parade of the Chinchou]]
*[[Pershie]]
*[[Pokémon Advanced battle figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Electronic Figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Micro Playset]]
*[[Pokémon hunters (M21)]]
*[[Pokémon Lenticular Cards]]
*[[Pokémon Kit Models]]
*[[Pokémon poacher (M04)]]
*[[Pokémon Fossil Research Lab]]
*[[Pokémon Stadium Action 3D's]]
*[[Pokémon Street Performer Festival]]
*[[Pokémon Training Center]]
*[[Pokéstar Studios Film Competition]]
*[[Prism Star (TCG)]]
*[[Subway Bosses's Stamp Rally]]
*[[The Marina Group]]
*[[The Protectors]]
*[[Trapinch underground labyrinth]]
*[[Unnamed island (EP060)]]
*[[Wela Fire Festival]]

User:PardescanSlowbro

2023-01-20T09:26:02Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Human Characters */

==Works in Progress==
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{heartgold color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{heartgold color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{heartgold color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Winner
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{soulsilver color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{soulsilver color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{soulsilver color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Runner Up
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #f99349; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8700E"
! style="background: #FBB786; {{roundytl|5px}};" |Third place
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{normal color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{normal color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{normal color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Unknown placing
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}
===Anime===
====Events & Festivals====

====Human Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chōta]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Erika (anime)]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]]

====Locations====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jojo Island]]

====Pokémon Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Big Town Pokémon]]

===Merchandise===
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Bandai 3D Evo Lenticular Cards]] ‎
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Pokémon Advanced Holo cards]]

==Mainspaced Works==
*[[Alola TV]]
*[[Aura Guardian Festival]]
*[[Bewear's den]]
*[[Bloom Canyon]]
*[[Camphrier Harvest Festival]]
*[[Chapman Research Lab]]
*[[Coumarine City Festival]]
*[[CTV news crew]]
*[[Eindoak Harvest Festival]]
*[[Flower Garden Troupe]]
*[[Ho-Oh Shrine]]
*[[Izabe Lake]]
*[[Legend Festival]]
*[[Light trio (anime)]]
*[[Lugia (anime)]]
*[[Luka's great-grandfather]]
*[[Malamar (anime)]]
*[[Marie's grandfather]]
*[[Mateo and Marissa's grandfather]]
*[[May Festival]]
*[[Misty Village]]
*[[Parade of the Chinchou]]
*[[Pershie]]
*[[Pokémon Advanced battle figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Electronic Figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Micro Playset]]
*[[Pokémon hunters (M21)]]
*[[Pokémon Lenticular Cards]]
*[[Pokémon Kit Models]]
*[[Pokémon poacher (M04)]]
*[[Pokémon Fossil Research Lab]]
*[[Pokémon Stadium Action 3D's]]
*[[Pokémon Street Performer Festival]]
*[[Pokémon Training Center]]
*[[Pokéstar Studios Film Competition]]
*[[Prism Star (TCG)]]
*[[Subway Bosses's Stamp Rally]]
*[[The Marina Group]]
*[[The Protectors]]
*[[Trapinch underground labyrinth]]
*[[Unnamed island (EP060)]]
*[[Wela Fire Festival]]

List of Team Rocket's disguises

2023-01-20T08:58:00Z

PardescanSlowbro: /* Pokémon Journeys: The Series */

[[File:Team Rocket disguises Alola.png|thumb|250px|Team Rocket's disguises, commonly used in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]'']]
[[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}}, like other [[Team Rocket]] members, often use a variety of disguises in order to carry out their schemes. The obvious and bizarre costumes serve as a {{wp|running gag}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}, where {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} usually fail to recognize {{TRT}} until it is too late.

==[[Jessie]], [[James]], and {{MTR}}==
===[[Original series]]===
====[[Kanto]]====
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP014.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP014|Electric Shock Showdown]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth appeared in black {{wp|Ōendan}} outfits, complete with hats, black shades, and a flag emblazoned with an R. Jessie's outfit has a blue undershirt, James's is red, and Meowth's is green. {{an|Misty}} saw through their disguises and thanked them for their support, much to their surprise. This disguise reappears in ''[[EP044|The Problem with Paras]]'' and in ''[[EP052|Princess vs. Princess]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket ganguro girls.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2|''[[EP015|Battle Aboard the St. Anne]]''
|Jessie and James both appeared in {{wp|ganguro}} styles, infamous for having dark tans and bright makeup. Their outfits included black shoes, short skirts, and James wearing a blonde wig that somewhat resembles his regular hairdo, and Jessie an orange one similar to her hairstyle, making this the first time James dresses like a woman in the series.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP015.png|150px|center]]
|Jessie and James later posed as waiters on the [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]] alongside other {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}s to help support {{an|Giovanni}}'s plan to steal all of the Pokémon belonging to the {{pkmn|Trainer}}s aboard the ship.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP018DeletedShot.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP018|Beauty and the Beach]]''
|Jessie and James both donned swimsuits to enter the [[Beach Beauty and Pokémon Costume Contest]], and James wore an inflatable bodysuit giving him large breasts to give him a more feminine appearance. James's disguise is notable for causing the initial [[banned episodes|ban]] of this episode in {{pmin|the United States}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP022.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP022|Abra and the Psychic Showdown]]''
|Jessie and James wore hula girls outfits complete with {{wp|Lei (garland)|lei}} necklaces, green grass skirts, and wigs. They greeted Ash and his friends as they entered [[Saffron City]], and whisked them away to a building to collect their prize for being the millionth visitor to the city.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP026.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP026|Pokémon Scent-Sation]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as "{{DL|Cross-dressing (anime)|Ashley}}'s" parents, with Jessie wearing a pink kimono robe and glasses and her hair tied up in a bun on top, and James wearing a bald cap, a fake nose and glasses with Meowth hidden under his shirt to simulate a belly
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketDisguiseEP028.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2|''[[EP028|Pokémon Fashion Flash]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as fashion artists. Jessie wore a black top and a red slit skirt, while James wears a long black coat and red slacks. Both also wear glasses. Meowth simply wears a blue jacket with a yellow undershirt, serving as the cashier for Salon Roquét.

Jessie and James reused these outfits in ''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]'' and ''[[AG035|Win, Lose or Drew!]]''. Jessie would again reuse this outfit for the Lilycove Pokémon Contest in ''[[AG090|Pokéblock, Stock and Berry]]'' and ''[[AG091|Lessons in Lilycove]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Oscar and Andi Team Rocket.png|150px|center]]
|Jessie and James {{an|Cross-dressing|cross-dressed}} in a fashion similar to that of the manga ''{{wp|The Rose of Versailles}}''. They reused these outfits in ''[[AG047|I Feel Skitty!]]''. Also, in ''[[AG072|The Bicker the Better]]'', the {{tc|Young Couple}} [[Oscar and Andi]] wear the same outfits.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP029.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP029|The Punchy Pokémon]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth stole {{OBP|Giant|EP029}}’s clothes and {{p|Hitmonlee}} to enter the [[P1 Grand Prix]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP032.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP032|The Ninja Poké-Showdown]]''
|Jessie and James interrupted {{Ash}}'s [[Fuchsia Gym]] match while dressed in {{wp|kabuki}} costumes.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP042.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP042|Showdown at Dark City]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth appeared wearing Japanese scarves and coats upon entering the restaurant to pose as Kaz [[Gym]] bodyguards.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP045.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP045|The Song of Jigglypuff]]''
|Jessie and James both disguised themselves as punk rockers, complete with leather jackets, pierced ears, wild wigs and the like, when they let our heroes use a stage to let {{an|Jigglypuff}} {{m|Sing}}.

They reused these costumes in ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]'' and ''[[DP163|Fighting Ire with Fire!]]''
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket invisible costume.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP048|Holy Matrimony!]]''
|Jessie and Meowth wore black "invisible" costumes and pushed James into his {{TP|James|parents}}' estate as Jessie tried to imitate James's voice to collect the will. James's parents were not fooled, but played along as long as they saw fit.

Meowth wore the "invisible" costume again in ''[[AG029|Ready, Willing, and Sableye]]''. The "invisible" costumes were reused by all three in the two-part Ash versus [[Paul]] battle arc, ''[[DP131|Pedal to the Meddle]]'' and ''[[DP132|Evolving Strategies]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP050.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP050|Who Gets to Keep Togepi?]]''
|Jessie and James posed as female Egg-sellers with old-fashioned dresses, bonnets, and baskets full of fake [[Pokémon Egg]]s in an attempt to steal the {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} Egg.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP053.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP053|The Purr-fect Hero]]''
|Jessie and James performed a fake magic act for the schoolchildren, with Jessie wearing a magician's tuxedo, top hat, and glasses, and James wearing a pink dress and disguised as the lovely assistant.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguised Officers.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP054|The Case of the K-9 Caper]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as [[Officer Jenny]] while using a voice-changing megaphone to imitate other characters, such Ash and Misty.

The trio reused these outfits in ''[[DP096|Losing Its Lustrous!]]'' and ''[[DP097|Double Team Turnover!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP055.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP055|Pokémon Paparazzi]]''
|Jessie and James posed as an elderly couple, complete with gray wigs and old-fashioned clothes. Jessie wore glasses and James had a fake mustache.

Jessie reused the disguise in ''[[EP251|Beauty is Skin Deep]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP056.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP056|The Ultimate Test]]''
|Jessie and James entered the [[Pokémon League]] test in disguise. Jessie wore a gray woman's business outfit, black skirt, glasses with her hair in braids and black Mary Jane shoes, while James also had glasses, along with a blue suit. This was also one of the few times where one of the duo didn't recognize the other in disguise, James didn't recognize Jessie until after she took off her glasses.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP061.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP061|The Misty Mermaid]]''
|The trio wore {{wp|Swan Lake}}-inspired costumes and performed in the [[Cerulean Gym]]'s Underwater Ballet show. Jessie dressed as a prince, while James was in a pink tutu and Meowth had a swan float ring around his waist.

James's ballet outfit reappeared in ''[[EP122|Flower Power]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP062.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP062|Clefairy Tales]]''
|Jessie and James posed as aliens, complete with their own UFO, while kidnapping Pikachu.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP065.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP065|Showdown at the Poké-Coral]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as a news crew for PNN, Pokémon News Network, and they wanted to interview Ash in a segment called ''Pokémon Masters of Tomorrow''. This is the first time that they tricked someone onscreen who wasn't Ash and his friends. Instead, they tricked Delia into telling them where Ash was.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise M01.png|150px|center]]
|''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]''
|Jessie and James posed as {{wp|Vikings}}, with Meowth as the boat's {{wp|Fgurehead (object)|figurehead}}. In their latest ploy, they offer Ash and his friends a trip from [[Old Shore Wharf]] to [[New Island]], and later their boat is overturned by a large wave.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP071.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP071|To Master the Onixpected!]]''
|The trio posed as old hermits and attempted to steal meatball kebabs from a rest stop near [[Mt. Hideaway]].

They reappeared in these outfits in ''[[EP195|The Poké Spokesman]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP073.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP073|Bad to the Bone!]]''
|Jessie wore this outfit as she made her own way to compete in the [[Indigo League]] with [[Otoshi]]'s stolen [[Badge]]s. She also attempted to steal another Trainer's Badges, but James and Meowth intervened.

She used this outfit again in ''[[EP178|The Grass Route]]'', along with James in a similar man version of the outfit, to compete in the [[Grass Tournament]]. Their costumes were colored green.

Jessie appeared in a similar outfit in ''[[EP247|Outrageous Fortunes]]'', this time as a fortune teller, when she conned [[Delaney]] into handing over his prized {{p|Poliwrath}}. Jessie would wear this outfit again in ''[[AG045|A Togepi Mirage!]]'', though it was colored purple this time.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TR disguises EP074.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP074|All Fired Up!]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as League Officials in ancient Greek maidens' costumes. They were able to take the {{p|Moltres}} Flame from the torchbearer during the [[Indigo League]] Opening Ceremony.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP076.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP076|Fire and Ice]]''
|Jessie was disguised in a [[Nurse Joy]] costume complete with a mask and James disguised himself as an ordinary nurse, with a surgical mask covering his mouth and glasses, at a fake Pokémon Center that they set up. Surprisingly, Jessie's Nurse Joy disguise was an imitation of the real Nurse Joy's appearance where the lips did not move, which Brock took notice of.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP078.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP078|A Friend in Deed]]''
| Jessie and James posed as physical examiners for the Pokémon League, where they collected Pokémon from the [[Indigo League]] competitors.
|}

====[[Orange Archipelago]]====
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|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP081.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP081|Pallet Party Panic!]]''
| The trio posed as food vendors at Ash's welcome home party.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP082.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2|''[[EP082|A Scare in the Air]]''
| Jessie first appeared in an air-hostess costume, while James was dressed as the captain in a ploy to get Ash and his friends to board their blimp destined for [[Valencia Island]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 EP082.png|150px|center]]
| They were also disguised as a waitress and waiter aboard the blimp.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP083.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP083|Poké Ball Peril]]''
| The trio upgraded their blimp from the [[EP082|previous episode]], and while dressed as air captains, they lured Ash and Misty onto their airship.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP088.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP088|In The Pink]]''
| Jessie and James took inspiration from [[Pinkan Island]]'s [[List of alternately colored Pokémon in the anime|unusually pink colored Pokémon]], and posed as a pink {{p|Tauros}} and {{p|Gengar}}, respectively.

In ''[[AG059|Manectric Charge]]'', the duo used these costumes again to lure the group into a fake carnival in [[Mauville City]], but this time, they were based on Gengar and Tauros's typical color schemes.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP090.png|150px]]
|''[[EP090|Stage Fight]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth disguised themselves as pirates.

These costumes would later reappear in ''[[EP193|The Dunsparce Deception]]'' and ''[[DP153|The Treasure is All Mine!]]''
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises EP096.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP096|Meowth Rules!]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as villagers of [[Golden Island]] to blend in with the crowd during their attempt to reunite with Meowth.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP100.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP100|Wherefore Art Thou, Pokémon?]]''
| Jessie and James {{an|Cross-dressing|cross-dressed}} as newlyweds.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP110 Team Rocket Disguises.png|150px|center]]
| rowspan=2|''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]''
| James and Meowth donned farmer costumes while they searched for [[Salveyo Weed]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP110 Team Rocket Disguises 2.png|150px|center]]
|The pair later posed as a mother pushing an infant in a stroller. However, Misty was not fooled by James's sad story or by the pair's disguises.
|}

====[[Johto]]====
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|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP118.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP118|The Double Trouble Header]]''
| The trio posed as [[Baseball|Team Electabuzz]] fans to convince {{an|Casey}}, an avid Electabuzz fan, to have a [[rematch]] against {{Ash}} while they plot to snatch Pikachu.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP120.png|150px]]
|''[[EP120|Roll on, Pokémon!]]''
|The trio disguised themselves as park rangers to avoid being detected while they illegally mine for amberite.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP123.png|150px]]
|''[[EP123|The Spinarak Attack]]''
|The trio dressed as medieval thieves stealing items akin to [[The Black Arachnid]].

These disguises reappeared in ''[[EP212|Takin' It on the Chinchou]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Disguises EP126.png|150px]]
|''[[EP126|The Chikorita Rescue]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as doctors, wearing full white suits with gloves, mouth covers, glasses and white skullcaps with red lines and a Red Cross on the front.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketEP131Disguises.png|150px]]
|''[[EP131|Fighting Flyer With Fire]]''
|Jessie and James were weakly disguised as survey takers from the Pokémon Bureau.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketEP132Disguises.png|150px]]
|''[[EP132|For Crying Out Loud]]''
|The trio were disguised as farmers.

James and Meowth later reused these outfits in ''[[EP247|Outrageous Fortunes]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
||[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP135.png|150px]]
|''[[EP135|Grin to Win!]]''
|Meowth disguised himself as a {{p|Sunflora}} for the first time. He dressed up as a Sunflora for a total of six additional times in the [[Pokémon anime]], specifically in ''[[EP178|The Grass Route]]'', ''[[AG011|A Bite to Remember]]'', ''[[AG116|Pacifidlog Jam]]'', ''[[DP033|All Dressed Up With Somewhere To Go!]]'', ''[[DP036|A Secret Sphere of Influence!]]'', and ''[[DP137|Three Sides to Every Story!]]''.

Jessie and James reused their casual outfits while competing in the [[Pastoria Croagunk Festival]] in ''[[DP082|Cream of the Croagunk Crop!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP138.png|150px]]
|rowspan=3|''[[EP138|The Superhero Secret]]''
| They first appeared in costume as they flooded water into their pitfall trap with Ash and his friends trapped inside.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File: Team Rocket Disguise2 EP138.png|150px]]
| Team Rocket wore detective outfits while they spied on Ash and his friends.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File: Team Rocket Disguise3 EP138.png|150px]]
| Jessie led her "{{p|Metapod}} men", Meowth and James, to battle [[Mr. Parker|Gligarman]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP144.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP144|Gettin' The Bugs Out]]''
| The trio decided to wear plant-inspired costumes to blend in with their surroundings while they waited to ambush Ash during his [[Azalea Gym]] challenge.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketDisguisesEP146.png|150px]]
|''[[EP146|Tricks of the Trade]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as inventors with a "machine" that supposedly makes the user's Pokémon stronger, but instead, winds up as empty [[Poké Ball]]s.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP151.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP151|The Totodile Duel]]''
| Jessie and James posed as auxiliary ladies from the Pokémon Battler's Association, though Wobbuffet's unannounced appearance helped Ash and his friends see through the disguises.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:JamesDisguiseEP157.png|150px]]
|''[[EP157|The Fortune Hunters]]''
| James, inspired from a phony Pokémon zodiac book given to them by a disguised Butch and Cassidy, dressed in a {{p|Moltres}} costume for the first time.

He wore the costume again in ''[[EP191|The Dunsparce Deception]]'' while performing in a play.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketDisguisesEP160.png|150px]]
|''[[EP160|Air Time]]''
|The trio disguised themselves as a ventriloquist act called "The [[Dugtrio Trio]]", with Meowth as the dummy.

Jessie and James reappeared in these outfits in ''[[EP240|Some Like it Hot]]'', though with purple and orange tuxedos and pants instead. In ''[[AG010|You Said a Mouthful]]'', Jessie and James wear these same outfits while they take over {{OBP|Anthony|AG010}}'s unofficial [[Gym]]. They reappear in these outfits again in ''[[AG184|Strategy Tomorrow - Comedy Tonight!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP161.png|150px]]
|rowspan=3|''[[EP161|The Bug Stops Here]]''
| After learning that the [[Bug-Catching Contest]] was restricted to people under age 16, Jessie, James, and Meowth attempted to make themselves appear younger by dressing in student-style clothes, with Meowth as an infant.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 EP161.png|150px]]
| Jessie wore a {{p|Venomoth}} costume as a ploy to attract {{t|Bug}} Pokémon to her, while James and Meowth were armed with nets.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise3 EP161.png|150px]]
| Jessie and James appeared in kimonos, with Jessie holding a goldfish in a bag while James had sweet treats in his hands.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP162.png|150px]]
|''[[EP162|Type Casting]]''
| The trio disguised themselves as trees, helping them camouflage with their forest surroundings while they plotted to steal a wild {{p|Sudowoodo}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP166.png|150px]]
|''[[EP166|Two Hits and a Miss]]''
| Team Rocket arrived on the scene in ninja outfits. While Jessie and James wore navy-blue, Meowth and Wobbuffet were dressed in red.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP168.png|150px]]
|''[[EP168|Hook, Line and Stinker]]''
| Jessie and James wore polo shirts and shorts while they competed in the [[Seaking Catching Competition]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP169.png|150px]]
| rowspan=2|''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as stylists, while their Pokémon were elaborately and colorfully decorated as a part of the [[Pokémon Beauty Contest]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 EP169.png|150px]]
| After their cover was blown by Officer Jenny, Jessie and James posed as doctors, demanding that the beauty contestants hand over their Pokémon for a routine physical examination.

These disguises reappeared in ''[[AG011|A Bite to Remember]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP174.png|150px]]
|''[[EP174|Imitation Confrontation]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as [[Duplica]] and {{Ash}} respectively. This was most likely done as payback for Ash and {{ashfr}} dressing up as them and performing their {{motto}} for them in ''[[EP037|Ditto's Mysterious Mansion]]''. James would repeat the Ash disguise in ''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]'' with ''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]'' clothes.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP176.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP176|Ariados, Amigos]]''
| Team Rocket announced their arrival with a magic show while wearing magician coats.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP183.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP183|Trouble's Brewing]]''
| Team Rocket attended a tea ceremony at the [[Kimono Girl|Kimono Sisters]]' tea house dressed in their best formal attire.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP185.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP185|The Light Fantastic]]''
| Jessie and James posed as archaeologists, with Meowth disguised as a {{wp|Mummification|mummy}}. Their disguises worked, as they were led to {{DL|Remoraid Mountain|Remoraid Lake}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP187.png|150px]] [[File:James Disguise EP187.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP187|Moving Pictures]]''
| Jessie and James performed their {{motto}} while wearing ski gear.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP188.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP188|Spring Fever]]''
| Jessie and James posed as excavators in the hopes of finding a hot spring that they can earn money from.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP191.png|150px]] [[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 EP191.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP191|The Dunsparce Deception]]''
| James disguised as a town messenger with a blue shirt, straw hat, and a hand bell while announcing the Pokémon stage show, in which James wears the Moltres costume first shown in ''The Fortune Hunters'', and Meowth wore a {{p|Dunsparce}} costume, much to the disappointment of the kids watching.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP192.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP192|The Wayward Wobbuffet]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as scientists testing out a new invention, the PokéPod.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP194.png|150px]] [[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP194 2.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP194|Ring Masters]]''
| Jessie and James wore {{wp|Sumo}} wrestler costumes and entered the [[Sumo Conference]], with Wobbuffet disguised as a {{p|Miltank}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP198.png|150px]]
|''[[EP198|The Heartbreak of Brock]]''
| Team Rocket appeared in more formal attire, with James posing as [[Temacu]]'s fiancée and Jessie as her maid of honor.

Jessie wore the black dress and yellow blazer again in ''[[EP234|Xatu the Future]]'', ''[[AG050|Pros and Con Artists]]'', ''[[AG052|Cheer Pressure]]'', ''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough]]'', ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]'', ''[[AG148|A Chip Off the Old Brock]]'', and ''[[AG152|On Olden Pond]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP201.png|150px]]
|''[[EP201|Doin' What Comes Natu-rally]]''
| Team Rocket posed as acrobats while they kidnap the street performers' Pokémon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP203.png|150px]]
|''[[EP203|The Screen Actors' Guilt]]''
| Jessie and James stole their outfits from two TV station security guards.

In ''[[DP059|Luxray Vision!]]'', the group reused these guard outfits to remain undetected while they stole an [[Old Charm]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP205.png|150px]]
|''[[EP205|The Kecleon Caper]]''
| Jessie and James took a pair of blimp attendant uniforms to remain undercover while they stole the passengers' jewelry and Pokémon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:EP207 Rock.png|150px]]
| ''[[EP207|Got Miltank?]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as desert rocks to capture Pikachu.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP210.png|150px]]
|''[[EP210|Around the Whirlpool]]''
| Jessie and James posed as a waiter and waitress aboard a ship bound for the [[Whirl Islands]].

In ''[[AG101|Vanity Affair]]'', the trio wore these outfits while working at a waterfront café. Later they, Ash, and his friends were invited onto [[Drake]]'s ship. Their café apparel proved to be the perfect disguise as the trio kidnapped Pikachu with ease.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP211.png|150px]]
|''[[EP211|Fly Me to the Moon]]''
| The trio posed as meteorologists, and at Meowth's request, they assisted Orville, a {{p|Pidgey}}, in his attempt to fly to the Moon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP220.png|150px]]
|''[[EP220|The Mystery is History]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves in standard black Team Rocket uniforms in order to sneak into an underwater Rocket lab and take credit for [[Dr. Namba|Professor Namba]]'s plan. Later, in ''[[EP222|A Promise is a Promise]]'', Jessie and James once again donned the black Rocket uniforms in a second attempt to steal the captured {{p|Lugia}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP226 Team Rocket Disguises.png|150px]]
|''[[EP226|Espeon Not Included]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as {{wp|Geisha}} girls as they tried to steal an unevolved {{p|Eevee}} that would later evolve into an {{TP|Sakura|Espeon}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:EP230 R Eggs.png|150px]]
| rowspan=2|''[[EP230|Hatching a Plan]]''
| The trio and Wobbuffet made their entry as eggs with the R logo.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP230.png|150px]]
| Jessie and James wore electric-proof suits, complete with a blue helmet with protective visors and gloves. While their armor worked, they forgot to protect their [[Team Rocket's mechas|balloon]] and were sent blasting off.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP231.png|150px]]
|''[[EP231|Dues and Don'ts]]''
| The trio posed as {{wp|American football}}ers.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP243.png|150px]]
|''[[EP243|Same Old Song and Dance]]''
| Team Rocket's outfits are a reference to {{wp|Morning Musume}}, a famous J-pop girl group.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketDisguisesEP245.png|150px]]
|''[[EP245|Will The Real Oak Please Stand Up?]]''
| The trio disguised themselves in [[Maroon Town]] as [[DJ Mary]] (Jessie), {{an|Professor Oak}} (James), and a loud-mouthed radio producer (Meowth). James would repeat the Oak disguise in ''[[DP139|A Faux Oak Finish!]]''
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP248.png|150px]]
|''[[EP248|One Trick Phony!]]''
| The trio had begun working at the {{OBP|Battle Park|Johto}}, but after seeing Ash and his friends arrive, they decided to pose as tough Trainers. They battled Ash using the park's [[Rental Pokémon]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP251.png|150px]]
|''[[EP251|Beauty is Skin Deep]]''
| Jessie and James posed as an elderly couple, which allows them to get close to [[Clair's Dratini]].

James reused these disguises in ''[[AG021|Which Wurmple's Which?]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP255 Team Rocket Disguises.png|150px]]
|''[[EP255|Why? Wynaut!]]''
| Team Rocket disguises themselves as reporters.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:TeamRocketDisguisesEP258.png|150px]]
|''[[EP258|Hatch Me if You Can]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as Nurse Joy and a generic doctor, respectively, claiming to be from the [[New Bark Town]] Pokémon Center, with Meowth hiding in Jessie's dress to act as Nurse Joy's breasts. The two tries to steal the {{AP|Larvitar}} that just hatched after they got rid of the real Nurse Joy, but Brock was able to tell Jessie was an impostor due to the mask's mouth not moving, among other details.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP259.png|150px]]
|''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]''
| Team Rocket posed as food taste test researchers and managed to lure Ash and his Pokémon into their truck before taking off. They reused the disguises from ''[[AG128|Shocks and Bonds]]'' to ''[[AG131|At the End of the Fray]]''.

Team Rocket wore similar outfits in ''[[AG189|Gathering the Gang of Four!]]'', though the outfits also featured white undershirts. In ''[[DP040|Top-Down Training!]]'', and from ''[[DP050|Tag! We're It...!]]'' to ''[[DP052|Smells Like Team Spirit!]]'', the trio wears these outfits, but with blue shirts this time.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise EP265.png|150px]]
|''[[EP265|Pop Goes the Sneasel!]]''
| Meowth dressed up as a Sneasel to convince a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Sneasel}} to join the trio. After their smoke-bomb went off, Team Rocket only grabbed Meowth by mistake. {{jo|Harrison}} went on to {{pkmn|battle}} and {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} the {{TP|Harrison|Sneasel}}.

Meowth reappeared as a Sneasel in ''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP266 Team Rocket Disguises.png|150px]]
| rowspan=2|''[[EP266|A Claim to Flame!]]''
| Jessie, James, and Meowth wore the same waitress, waiter, and cook outfits in ''[[AG020|Brave the Wave]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:EP266 Team Rocket Disguises 2.png|150px]]
| Jessie and James posed as Silver League officials in an attempt to steal Pikachu.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]''===
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|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG011.png|150px]]
|''[[AG011|A Bite to Remember]]''
|While Jessie and James posed as researchers, they used Meowth, disguised as a {{p|Persian}}, to illustrate the power of their evolution machine to Max and {{p|Poochyena}}. They also had Meowth dress as an {{p|Azurill}}, a {{p|Sunflora}}, an {{p|Aipom}}, and a {{p|Murkrow}}, while {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Pichu}} costumes are also seen.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG013.png|150px]]
|''[[AG013|All Things Bright and Beautifly!]]''
| Jessie and James posed as members of a congratulatory committee in an attempt to steal the [[Rustboro City]] {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s' Pokémon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG016.png|150px]]
|''[[AG016|The Winner by a Nosepass]]''
|The trio dressed up as roadside construction workers while they dig a tunnel to the [[Rustboro Gym]].

These outfits reappeared in ''[[AG055|Poetry Commotion!]]'', ''[[AG056|Going, Going, Yawn!]]'', and ''[[AG060|Delcatty Got Your Tongue]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG017.png|150px]]
|''[[AG017|Stairway to Devon]]''
|Jessie and James posed as researchers in an attempt to infiltrate the [[Devon Corporation]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG032.png|150px]]
|''[[AG032|Abandon Ship!]]''
|Jessie and James posed as boaters and offered Ash and his friends a lift from [[Dewford Town|Dewford Island]] to [[Slateport City]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise M06.png|150px|center]]
|''[[M06|Jirachi: Wish Maker]]''
|Jessie and James wore {{tc|Clown}} costumes as they stole Pikachu in the middle of [[Butler]]'s magician show.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG035.png|150px]]
|''[[AG035|Win, Lose or Drew!]]''
|In their second set of disguises, Team Rocket sold fake [[Pokéblock]].

These outfits reappeared in ''[[DP004|Dawn of a New Era!]]'', where the trio lured Ash and his friends to their fake inn. However, the wind blows over the cardboard facades and reveals their true identities. James, {{TP|James|Mime Jr.}}, and Meowth wore these disguises once again in ''[[DP011|Mounting a Coordinator Assault!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG036.png|150px]]
|''[[AG036|The Spheal of Approval]]''
|The trio posed as snow cone vendors outside [[Slateport City]]'s [[Oceanic Museum]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG039.png|150px]]
|''[[AG039|A Poké-BLOCK Party!]]''
|Jessie and James entered [[Mauville City]]'s [[Trick House]] in outfits resembling school uniforms.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:AG042 Meowth disguise.png|150px]][[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG042.png|150px]]
|''[[AG042|Love at First Flight]]''
|Jessie and James disguised Meowth as a {{p|Volbeat}} to snatch [[Juliet]]'s {{p|Illumise}}. They later performed their {{motto}} as an Illumise and Volbeat, respectively. Like the actual Pokémon species, the costumes' tails light up.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG044.png|150px]]
|''[[AG044|The Princess and the Togepi]]''
|Jessie and James dressed as [[Mirage Kingdom]] guards and kidnapped {{an|Misty}} and her {{TP|Misty|Togepi}} on [[Colonel Hansen]]'s orders.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG047.png|150px]]
|''[[AG047|I Feel Skitty!]]''
|Jessie and James broke into [[the Greenhouse]] run by [[Eliza]] dressed in royal regalia.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:AG050.png|150px]]
|rowspan=2|''[[AG050|Pros and Con Artists]]''
|The trio set up a fake [[Pokéblock]] shop in [[Fallabor Town]] in an attempt to scam money from the competing Pokémon Coordinators.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG050.png|150px]]
|James and his {{TP|James|Cacnea}} posed as satisfied customers.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Jessie AG051.png|150px]]
|''[[AG051|Come What May!]]''
|Jessie entered the Fallabor Contest in a Dustox-inspired disguise as "Jessica".
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG054.png|150px]]
|''[[AG054|Fight for the Meteorite!]]''
|Team Rocket posed as tour guides aboard the [[Mt. Chimney]] cable car service.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG060.png|150px]]
|''[[AG060|Delcatty Got Your Tongue]]''
|Jessie and James dressed in traditional German clothing and pose as a couple seeking treatment for their injured Meowth in order to infiltrate [[Dr. Abby]]'s clinic. Their facade is exposed after Meowth speaks while receiving a massage.

The trio reused these outfits in ''[[AG159|Off the Unbeaten Path]]''
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG062.png|150px]]
|''[[AG062|Disguise Da Limit]]''
|Jessie performed in the [[Verdanturf City]] Contest as "Jesslana".

In ''[[AG115|Mean with Envy]]'' and ''[[AG116|Pacifidlog Jam]]'', Jessie competed in the [[Pacifidlog Town]] Contest as "The Jester", using this disguise paired with dark sunglasses.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG068.png|150px]]
|''[[AG068|A Double Dilemma]]''
|Team Rocket dressed up as [[Petalburg City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Norman]] and his family. Jessie disguised herself as [[Caroline]], James as Norman, Meowth as May, and Wobbuffet as Max. The disguised fooled much of [[North Petalburg]]'s citizens, but the real May and Max eventually revealed the trio's disguises.

James reused the Norman disguise in ''[[AG121|Hi Ho Silver Wind!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG074.png|150px]]
|''[[AG074|Hokey Poké Balls!]]''
|The trio posed as a repair crew and rigged the local [[Pokémon Center]]'s Poké Ball Transporter machine to transfer the [[Poké Ball]]s directly to them, with the {{pkmn|Trainer}}s receiving empty ones in return.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG080.png|150px]]
|''[[AG080|That's Just Swellow]]''
|While James competed in the [[Crossgate PokéRinger]] competition, Jessie set up a massage stall with Meowth disguised as a satisfied {{p|Wingull}} in an attempt to steal Trainers' Pokémon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG093.png|150px]]
|''[[AG093|Clamperl of Wisdom]]''
|Jessie and James posed as cleaners at [[Isaiah]]'s lab to cover the fact that they stole a rare pearl.

These disguises reappeared in ''[[AG119|The Ribbon Cup Caper]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG096.png|150px]]
|''[[AG096|Training Wrecks]]''
|Jessie and James posed as ship captains during their plan to ambush Ash and his friends on their journey from [[Muscle Island]] to [[Mossdeep City]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG100.png|150px]]
|''[[AG100|Solid as a Solrock]]''
|Jessie and James performed an operatic version of their {{motto}} in the [[Mossdeep Gym]], complete with costumes.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG104.png|150px]]
|''[[AG104|Claydol Big and Tall]]''
|Team Rocket joins forces with Ash, his friends, and [[Sigourney]] to quell a rampaging {{pkmn2|giant}} {{p|Claydol}}. James and Ash dressed as eggplants to attract Claydol, but [[Sigourney]] soon realized that Claydol dislikes the vegetable. Following what the legend said of quelling the Claydol, the girls dressed up as maidens, but it was Wobbuffet's maid outfit that attracts Claydol's attention.

Wobbuffet wore this outfit again in ''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]'' while working as a maid for Team Rocket's pop-up café.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG105.png|150px]]
|''[[AG105|Once in a Mawile]]''
|Team Rocket interrupted [[Samantha]]'s ribbon dance with their own performance.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG107.png|150px]]
|''[[AG107|Absol-Ute Disaster]]''
|The trio posed as {{p|Absol}} hunters in a village on [[Izabe Island]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Lord Sir James Jamison.png|150px]]
|''[[AG109|Do I Hear a Ralts?]]''
|James disguised himself in a grayish brown suit with a matching hat, white gloves, a mustache, and glasses, calling himself Lord Sir James Jamison, Esquire. Jessie and Meowth were disguised as a {{p|Gardevoir}} and a {{p|Kirlia}}, respectively. James would wear the same disguise in ''[[AG148|A Chip off the Old Brock]]'' but with a different mustache.

Meowth's Kirlia costume reappeared during the Pacifidlog Contest Battle Rounds in ''[[AG116|Pacifidlog Jam]]''.

This is the first time their ruse was blown by the Pokédex. It identified Meowth by its species rather than as a Kirlia. Later on, [[DP014|a similar incident]] happened, albeit with Meowth disguised as a Shiftry instead of a Kirlia.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG111.png|150px]]
|''[[AG111|Eight Ain't Enough]]''
|In their money-making scheme, James posed as [[Sootopolis City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Juan]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG117.png|150px]]
|''[[AG117|Berry, Berry Interesting]]''
|Jessie and James posed as professional [[Pokéblock]] tasters while Meowth and Wobbuffet stole the Pokémon Center's Pokéblock supply.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG119.png|150px]]
|''[[AG119|The Ribbon Cup Caper]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as waiting staff aboard the [[S.S. St. Flower]] in the hopes of stealing the precious [[Ribbon Cup]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise AG122.png|150px]]
|''[[AG122|Deceit and Assist]]''
|Having stolen his [[Contest Pass]] and [[Ribbon]]s, Jessie disguised herself as {{OBP|Anthony|AG122}} in an attempt to enter the [[Hoenn Grand Festival]]. The real Anthony and his {{p|Swalot}} later foiled her ploy as she was about to walk onto the stage.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG125.png|150px]]
|''[[AG125|Like a Meowth to a Flame]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as Officer Jenny and Nurse Joy, respectively, while attempting to steal the {{p|Moltres}} Flame where a crowd of real Jennies and Joys are appearing. Interestingly, unlike when Jessie disguised as Nurse Joy previously, James does not use a mask, but their disguises for the most part appear flawless, except for their true eyes obviously being shaped differently from the real Joys and Jennies, and also because of James's blatantly fake falsetto voice.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG133.png|150px]]
|''[[AG133|The Right Place and the Right Mime]]''
|Team Rocket dressed up as characters from ''[[Pokémon Sunday]]''. Jessie was dressed as Becky, James as Red-Hakase, Meowth as Golgo-Sachou, and Wobbuffet as a human cameraman.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise AG140.png|150px]]
|''[[AG140|Sitting Psyduck]]''
|Jessie and James, going by the pseudonym "Jemal", disguised themselves as grass sledding operators in a plot to steal a {{p|Psyduck}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG143.png|150px]]
|''[[AG143|The Saffron Con]]''
|Jessie wore a red dress for the [[Saffron City]] Contest. She wore this outfit again for the [[Chrysanthemum Island]] Contest in ''[[AG162|Spontaneous Combusken!]]'' and the [[Mulberry City]] Contest in ''[[AG174|New Plot, Odd Lot!]]''
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG148.png|150px]]
|''[[AG148|A Chip Off the Old Brock]]''
|Jessie and James posed as an elderly couple with their ill {{p|Snorlax}}, which was actually Wobbuffet and Meowth in a costume, to steal from {{OBP|Katie|AG148}}'s pharmacy.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG152.png|150px]]
|''[[AG152|On Olden Pond]]''
|The trio posed as a team of architects for [[Mr. Saridakis]]' planned Leisure Land project.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG156.png|150px]]
|''[[AG156|From Cradle to Save]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth arrived at the [[Pokémon Ninja School]] in their own ninja outfits.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG158.png|150px]]
|''[[AG158|Queen of the Serpentine]]''
|Jessie disguised as [[Lucy]], while Wobbuffet, James, and Meowth posed as the facility's attendants.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG165.png|150px]]
|''[[AG165|King and Queen for a Day!]]''
|Jessie and James posed as a welcoming committee and quickly escort Ash and his friends to a massage parlor in the hope of capturing Pikachu.

They wore these outfits again in ''[[AG177|Grating Spaces!]]'', when the trio posed as re-decorators and temporarily took over the [[Pewter Gym]]. They reused the outfits yet again while posing as traveling salesmen in ''[[AG184|Strategy Tomorrow - Comedy Tonight!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG167.png|150px]]
|''[[AG167|What I Did for Love!]]''
|Team Rocket set up a stall outside the [[Gardenia Town]] [[Contest Hall]], where they sole ribbons and Contest memorabilia. They were dressed in hippie-style clothing.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG168.png|150px]]
|''[[AG168|Three Jynx and a Baby!]]''
|Meowth and [[James's Mime Jr.]] disguised themselves as {{p|Smoochum}} in order to fool a trio of parent {{p|Jynx}}, but their disguises failed.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises AG173.png|150px]]
|''[[AG173|All That Glitters is Not Golden]]''
|Jessie forced Meowth into a {{p|Sudowoodo}} costume in a bid to attract an elusive golden Sudowoodo.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises AG175.png|150px]]
|''[[AG175|Going for Choke!]]''
|James and Meowth posed as backstage assistants during the [[Mulberry City]] Contest, managing to coax Ash, Brock, and Max into a trap, while they attempted to sabotage May's chances of winning her final [[Ribbon]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG180.png|150px]]
|''[[AG180|May, We Harley Drew'd Ya!]]''
|Jessie, under the pseudonym "Jessidia", served as the [[Kanto Grand Festival]] host alongside [[Lilian Meridian]]. Meowth, Wobbuffet, and James were the camera crew.

"Jessidia" returned during the [[Wallace Cup]] from ''[[DP077|Staging a Heroes' Welcome!]]'' to ''[[DP079|Strategy with a Smile!]]'', and again in ''[[DP093|Playing the Leveling Field!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG185.png|150px]]
|''[[AG185|Duels of the Jungle]]''
|Meowth posed as a {{p|Weavile}}, but the disguise does not impress the [[wild Pokémon]].

Meowth dressed as a Weavile again while competing in the [[Pokémon Dress-Up Contest]] in ''[[DP033|All Dressed Up With Somewhere To Go!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Contest Judges.png|150px]] [[File:Meowth Sukizo Disguise.png|150px]]
|''[[AG187|The Unbeatable Lightness of Seeing!]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth disguised themselves as Nurse Joy, [[Raoul Contesta]], and [[Mr. Sukizo]], respectively, and volunteered to judge the [[Contest Battle]] between {{an|May}} and [[Drew]]. However, their cover was blown by [[Harley]] and his {{TP|Harley|Cacturne}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG188.png|150px]]
|''[[AG188|Pinch Healing]]''
|Team Rocket disguised themselves as members of the Pokésitter Union.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise AG191.png|150px]]
|''[[AG191|Once More with Reeling!]]''
|Team Rocket were disguised as fishermen while reeling in a group of Pokémon with a net.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP007.png|150px]]
|''[[DP007|Like it or Lup It!]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth posed as International Pokémon Court judges to preside over an argument over stolen {{Berries}} between a {{p|Golduck}} and a trio of {{p|Ludicolo}}. However, Team Rocket were later revealed to be the true culprits.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP008.png|150px]]
|''[[DP008|Gymbaliar!]]''
|While establishing the unofficial Powerzone [[Gym]], Jessie posed as the [[Gym Leader]] "Princess Powerzone", and wore a dress and glasses with remarkable likeness to her {{TP|Jessie|Seviper}}. James dressed up in a white suit with a pink shirt and matching pink tie and orange shades. Meowth wore a red suit with a blue bow tie and regular shades.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP009.png|150px]]
|''[[DP009|Setting the World on Its Buneary!]]''
|Officer Jenny showed Ash and his friends a surveillance photograph of Team Rocket from a recent robbery. The trio was revealed to have covered their faces with scarves while they stole machine parts to build their latest mecha.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket as Clowns.png|150px]]
|''[[DP010|Not On MY Watch Ya Don't]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth dressed up as {{tc|Clown}}s in [[Jubilife City]] while handing out [[Pokétch]]es. However, the Pokétches were rigged with a speaker, which Team Rocket used to hypnotize and steal Pokémon.

Team Rocket's disguises may be a reference to the trio of Clowns in Jubilife City featured in {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP014.png|150px]]
|''[[DP014|Leave It To Brocko!]]''
|Jessie and James disguised themselves as {{tc|Hiker}}s, while Meowth dressed as a {{p|Shiftry}}. It was only after {{an|Dawn}} checked her [[Pokédex]] that Meowth's true identity was revealed.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP015.png|150px]]
|''[[DP015|Shapes of Things to Come!]]''
|Team Rocket donned miner gear while they excavated the [[Oreburgh Mine]]. They went undetected by Ash and his friends.

The trio reused these outfits in ''[[DP063|Hot Springing a Leak!]]'', ''[[DP131|Pedal to the Mettle!]]'', and ''[[DP133|Uncrushing Defeat!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP016.png|150px]]
|''[[DP016|A Gruff Act to Follow!]]''
|The trio disguised themselves as [[Fossil|Ancient Pokémon]] [[Pokémon Professor|experts]]. They fooled [[Dr. Kenzo]], who took them on a guided tour through the [[Oreburgh Mining Museum]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP021.png|150px]]
|''[[DP021|Ya See We Want an Evolution]]''
|The trio disguised themselves as the "C-Button League". Aside from shirts with the letter "C", they wore sunglasses with the letter "C" making up the frames.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP029.png|150px]]
|''[[DP029|The Champ Twins!]]''
|Jessie, James, and Meowth dressed up like cowboys and posed as Trainers in order to get attention from the reporter {{si|Rhonda}} and her ''[[Sinnoh Now]]'' news team. They attempted the same ploy in ''[[DP033|All Dressed Up With Somewhere To Go!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP036.png|150px]]
|rowspan=2|''[[DP036|A Secret Sphere of Influence!]]''
|Jessie and James, with Meowth in disguise as a {{p|Sunflora}}, stole the [[Adamant Orb]] from the [[Eterna Historical Museum]] in broad daylight.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 DP036.png|150px]]
|After they realized that Meowth's disguise was too distinctive, the trio discarded their first disguises for more respectable business attire. However, [[Dawn's Piplup]] and [[Nando]]'s Sunflora saw the trio change and later revealed Team Rocket's true identities to Ash and the others.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP039.png|150px]]
|''[[DP039|Steamboat Willies]]''
|The trio disguised themselves as an entertainer's group aboard a steamboat. Jessie posed as a pop idol, while Meowth and James wore {{p|Minun}} and {{p|Plusle}} costumes, respectively.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP044.png|150px]]
|''[[DP044|Mass Hip-Po-Sis]]''
|The trio dressed up as exquisite [[Soft sand|sand]] merchants to try to steal {{OBP|Hippopotas|recurring}}. They included a bag of sand to lure Hippopotas into and a picnic blanket in their disguise.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP046.png|150px]]
|rowspan=2|''[[DP046|A Maze-ing Race!]]''
|The trio offered Dawn and her friends a map through a cave system in exchange for a group photo.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 DP046.png|150px]]
|Jessie, James, and Meowth posed as boulders to separate Ash and Pikachu while they navigated through a maze.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP055.png|150px]]
|''[[DP055|Throwing the Track Switch]]''
|Jessie, Meowth, and {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} posed as employees from the Pokémon Au Pair service. However, James, who was still upset from leaving his {{TP|James|Cacnea}} with [[Gardenia]] in [[DP054|the previous episode]], spoiled the scam.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP056.png|150px]]
|''[[DP056|The Keystone Pops!]]''
|Jessie and James posed as {{tc|Psychic}}s, while Meowth disguised himself as a {{p|Sneasel}}, to capture a troublesome {{p|Spiritomb}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP062.png|150px]]
|''[[DP062|Tanks for the Memories!]]''
|While setting up a pop-up cafe, Jessie and Wobbuffet wore French maid outfits, while James posed as a butler and Meowth as a baby. However, their overbearingly nice service and poor products scared customers away.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP082.png|150px]]
|''[[DP082|Cream of the Croagunk Crop!]]''
|Team Rocket competed in the [[Pastoria Croagunk Festival]] with Meowth dressed up as their {{p|Croagunk}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File: Pokémon Summer Academy Green Team.png|150px]]
|''[[DP088|Camping It Up!]]''
|Team Rocket infiltrated the [[Pokémon Summer Academy]]. Jessie took her position as the Green Team's leader "Jessilinda" while Meowth and James worked as cleaners. The trio wore these disguises until ''[[DP091|One Team, Two Team, Red Team, Blue Team!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Black Arachnid.png|150px]]
|''[[DP092|A Lean Mean Team Rocket Machine]]''
|The Team Rocket trio wore disguises similar to that of [[The Black Arachnid]] and call themselves '''The Black Arachnid II''' as they stole from a [[Pokémon Center]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Jessie Fantina.png|150px]]
|''[[DP095|Battling The Generation Gap!]]''
|Jessie, disguised as Jessilina, wore a [[Fantina]]-inspired look for her performance in the [[Celestic Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP098.png|150px]]
|''[[DP098|If the Scarf Fits, Wear It!]]''
|Jessie and James were disguised as ''[[Sinnoh Star]]'' reporters and Meowth as a photographer to find out about the Scarf Monster everyone was talking about in [[Solaceon Town]].

These costumes were used again in ''[[DP115|Stealing the Conversation!]]'', where the trio posed as [[Jubilife TV]] reporters wanting to interview {{an|Dawn}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP100.png|150px]]
|''[[DP100|Aiding the Enemy!]]''
|The trio worked at a local [[Pokémon Center]] as gardeners, even giving [[Paul's Torterra]] a pruning.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP101.png|150px]]
|''[[DP101|Barry's Busting Out All Over!]]''
|As part of their latest scheme to steal Pokémon, Team Rocket set up a fake [[Poké Ball]] Storage Center in [[Hearthome City]]. Their plan and disguises fell through, however, after {{an|Barry}} asked for his Pokémon back.

In ''[[DP170|An Elite Coverup!]]'', the trio wore similar outfits, with orange aprons instead, while they posed as {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}s running a phony [[Pokémon Day Care]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP103.png|150px]]
|''[[DP103|Jumping Rocket Ship!]]''
|Jessie and James posed as an air hostess and cameraman, respectively.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP104.png|150px]]
|''[[DP104|Sleepless in Pre-Battle!]]''
|While wreaking havoc across [[Canalave City]] with their nightmare machine, Team Rocket made money by selling fake [[Lunar Feather|Lunar Wings]] which were actually {{p|Pidgey}} feathers with lacquer. Officer Jenny overheard Meowth and busted the trio's scheme.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Pokémon Rescue Corps.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP105|Get Your Rotom Running]]''
| Team Rocket briefly are seen in the [[Canalave City]] [[Pokémon Center]] wearing these disguises.

They reuse them ''[[DP164|Piplup, Up and Away!]]'' while portraying themselves as members of the “Pokémon Rescue Corps”.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP106.png|150px]] [[File:Team Rocket Disguise1 DP106.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP106|A Breed Stampede!]]''
| Jessie and James were again disguised as punk rockers to draw attention to a poster to a school called the Pokémon Friendship School. Later, Jessie posed as a teacher at the Pokémon Friendship School while James was the aerobics instructor.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP112.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP112|Cheers on Castaways Isle!]]''
| Jessie was disguised as a lady who has lost her {{p|Piplup}}, while James and Meowth were disguised as gentlemen.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP113.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP113|Hold the Phione!]]''
| The trio started another sham business, a {{p|Phione}}-watching tour. While Jessie and James posed as salespeople, Meowth wore a Phione costume. To the trio's surprise, however, several Phione actually appeared during the tour.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP124.png|150px]] [[File:James Disguise DP124.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP124|To Thine Own Pokémon Be True!]]''
| James posed as a proud father in the audience as Jessie, going by the pseudonym "Jessilynlyn", and Meowth competed in the [[Pokémon Ping Pong Tournament]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP125.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP125|Battling a Cute Drama!]]''
| In an attempt to steal [[Marilyn]]'s Pokémon, Jessie posed as "Jessarilyn" alongside [[James's Mime Jr.]] The plan was thwarted after Marilyn refused the {{pkmn|battle}} offer because Mime Jr. wasn't cute enough.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP126.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP126|Classroom Training]]''
| The three disguised themselves as students at the Snowpoint school. Jessie and James wore glasses. While Jessie had a yellow blouse and long brown skirt, James wore a two-toned green raglan sleeve shirt and blue jeans and Meowth donned a yellow baseball cap with a blue oval, a purple T-shirt and blue shorts.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP130.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP130|Frozen On Their Tracks]]''
| The trio wore trench-coats, hats, and dark glasses to remain undercover while they took a train between [[Snowpoint City]] and [[Lake Acuity]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP135.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP135|Beating the Bustle and Hustle!]]''
| The trio staged a [[Sinnoh Pokémon Hustle]] event in [[Greenstation Town]] to recruit new [[Team Rocket]] members.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP138.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP138|Strategy Begins at Home!]]''
| Team Rocket worked for [[Sayer]] during the [[Twinleaf Festival]]. Some of their duties included preparing the {{p|Goldeen}}-catching game and running the {{p|Octillery}} snack stall. They remained in these outfits until ''[[DP141|Challenging a Towering Figure!]]''.

The trio wore these outfits again while running a souvenir stall during the [[Lily of the Valley Conference]], held from ''[[DP183|League Unleashed!]]'' to '' [[DP189|The Semi-Final Frontier!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP142.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP142|Where No Togepi Has Gone Before!]]''
| Jessie and James were disguised as TV hosts and Meowth as a cameraman in order to lure Ash and his friends inside their "[[Trainer Tower]]".
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:James as Jessilina.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP146|Dressed for Jess Success]]''
| With Jessie feeling unwell, James competed in her place and went on to win the [[Lilypad Town]] [[Pokémon Contest]] as "Jessilina". James's disguise fooled everyone, with the only notable difference being a blue strand of hair poking out from the magenta wig.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP149.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP149|Sticking With Who You Know!]]''
| The trio worked under [[Professor Kodama]] as lab assistants. Their disguises were ruined, however, after Kodama revealed their identities in front of Ash and his friends.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Galactic Grunts.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP151|The Needs of Three]]''
| Jessie and James, along with [[Looker]], disguised themselves as {{tc|Team Galactic Grunt}}s in order to stop [[Cyrus]]'s plan to start a new world order. They reused the outfits in ''[[DP152|The Battle Finale of Legend]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP153.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP153|The Treasure is All Mine!]]''
| When James returned to one of his summer homes in the region, Jessie disguised herself as his fiancé [[Jessebelle]] to gain entry, and Meowth was disguised as a dapper gentleman with a top hat.

James and Meowth reused the tuxedos in ''[[DP155|Double-Time Battle Training!]]'', ''[[DP174|Last Call — First Round!]]'', and ''[[DP175|Opposites Interact!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP160.png|150px]][[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 DP160.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP160|A Marathon Rivalry!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as [[Pokémon groomer|massage therapists]] during the [[Pokéathlon]] in [[Camellia Town]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise DP182.png|150px]]
| ''[[DP182|An Old Family Blend!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as [[Pokémon Center]] employees.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|
| ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as janitors.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]''===
[[File:Best Wishes Team Rocket.png|thumb|250px|Team Rocket's disguises in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]''|250px]]
In ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'', Team Rocket used special disguises to hide their identities. Each one has a long overcoat, a pair of sunglasses, and a hat. Jessie's outfit in purple, James's in blue, and Meowth's wore brown. Unlike most of Team Rocket's other disguises, this one has been seen in more than one episode, being seen in most of the Best Wishes episodes they appeared in up to ''[[BW023|Battling For The Love of Bug-Types!]]'', and again in ''[[BW038|Movie Time! Zorua in "The Legend of the Pokémon Knight"!]]'' and ''[[BW039|Reunion Battles In Nimbasa!]]''. Disguises as other people like in previous series appeared less often, the only ones in the first season being in ''[[BW030|A UFO For Elgyem!]]'' and ''[[BW037|A Fishing Connoisseur in a Fishy Competition!]]'' if Meowth's Umbreon disguise is not counted. They started disguising again from ''[[BW110|The Name's N!]]'' onwards.
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{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW004.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW004|The Battle Club and Tepig's Choice!]]''
| Jessie painted Meowth to look like an {{p|Umbreon}} to distract [[Don George]] and the others at the [[Battle Club]] so they could steal some supplies.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW030.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW030|A UFO for Elgyem!]]''
| Jessie and James dressed up like business-people in order to capture {{p|Elgyem}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW037.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW037|A Fishing Connoisseur in a Fishy Competition!]]''
| [[Jessie]] and [[James]] disguised themselves as {{tc|Fisherman|fishermen}} for the fake [[fishing]] competition they were holding.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW110.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW110|The Name's N!]]''
| They disguised themselves as regular people on a ship to [[Castelia City]]. Jessie was wearing a short blue dress and a hat and her hair is in a bun, James had a ponytail a hat and a suit, and Meowth had a lea and jacket on.
These outfits reappear in ''[[BW135|Mystery on a Deserted Island!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW123.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2| ''[[BW123|Farewell, Unova! Setting Sail for New Adventures!]]''
| James disguised himself as an old man and deliberately collided with [[Professor Juniper]] to swap the ship tickets for ones that allowed Ash and his friends to board their ship.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 BW123.png|150px|center]]
|After that, Jessie disguised herself as a woman selling tickets to a ship to go back to [[Kanto]], James posed as the ship captain, and Meowth was disguised as a sailor. The disguises fooled Ash and his friends and led them to board Team Rocket's vessel. The scheme was ruined after [[Ash's Oshawott]] overheard Team Rocket's private conversation.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW124.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW124|Danger, Sweet as Honey!]]''
| Jessie and James posed as representatives from the "Happy [[Honey Island]] Sweet Treat Tourist Bureau". Ash conveniently won the factory tour and sample testing prize, but the tour abruptly stopped after Team Rocket revealed their true identities.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW126.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2| ''[[BW126|Crowning the Scalchop King!]]''
| Jessie, James, and Meowth dressed casually to hide their uniforms.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 BW126.png|150px|center]]
| Jessie and James painted Meowth like a {{p|Dewott}} so he could participate in the [[Scalchop King Competition]] and win the tournament's golden trophy.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW133.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW133|Capacia Island UFO!]]''
| The Team Rocket trio, along with Ash and Pikachu, put on {{p|Beheeyem}} masks to go unnoticed by [[Capacia Island]]'s citizens that were possessed by an actual Beheeyem, and had the actual Pokémon face on their heads.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW134.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW134|The Journalist from Another Region!]]''
| Meowth dressed as a {{p|Golem}} to participate in the [[Pokémon Sumo Tournament]]. Jessie and James also dressed casually to pretend to be Golem's {{pkmn|Trainer}}s.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
||[[File:Team Rocket Disguise BW137.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[BW137|Celebrating the Hero's Comet!]]''
| After hearing [[Alexa]] narrating the ''Legend of the Comet and the Hero'', they dressed themselves as the [[Ghost (type)|Ghost Pokémon]] that appeared in the tale. James disguised himself as a {{p|Gengar}}, Jessie used a {{p|Dusknoir}} costume and Meowth dressed as a {{p|Banette}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise BW141 James.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2| ''[[BW141|Best Wishes Until We Meet Again!]]''
| In order to steal the Decolore cruise ship passengers' Pokémon, James disguised himself as [[Porter]] so he could ask for the people's [[Poké Ball]]s to supposedly protect them from Team Rocket.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise BW141 Jessie.png|150px|center]]
| Since they had to attack the ship at the same time, Jessie covered James's absence from the trio by disguising half of herself as James.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: XY]]''===
{{incomplete|section|needs=Pokémon the Series: XY casual clothing and anime disguises from [[S18]] and [[S19]]}}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY002.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY002|Lumiose City Pursuit!]]''
| The trio infiltrated [[Professor Sycamore]]’s lab as researchers in the hopes of stealing Pokémon.

Jessie and James used these outfits again in ''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]'' by posing as scientists who convinced Clemont to upgrade a [[Team Rocket's mechas|machine]] for them.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY008.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY008|Grooming Furfrou!]]''
| Jessie posed as a [[Pokémon groomer]] named "Jessally", with James and Meowth as her assistants and Wobbuffet as a model, in order to steal Pokémon.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY013.png|150px]][[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 XY013.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY013|Kindergarten Chaos!]]''
| Team Rocket showed up at the kindergarten class as street performer troupe. Jessie led the trio, with James dressed up like a {{p|Beartic}} and Meowth as a {{p|Cubchoo}}. This was so they could kidnap {{AP|Pikachu}} along with a {{p|Sylveon}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY021.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY021|A PokéVision of Things to Come!]]''
| Jessie posed as a lead actress from the "Pokévision Rocketeers" production company, with James and Meowth posing as her staff. Their acting captured Ash and his friends attention before the trio revealed themselves and made off with Pikachu, [[Clemont's Dedenne]] and [[Serena's Fennekin]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY026.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY026|A Battle by Any Other Name!]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves as chefs while they competed in the [[Poké Puff Contest]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises XY027.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY027|To Find A Fairy Flower!]]''
| The trio posed as tour guides and put on fake accents to pull off their disguises. They escorted Ash and his friends to the highlands around [[Calanthe Town]] to find fairy flowers before trying to steal Pikachu.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY029.png|150px]][[File:Team Rocket Disguise2 XY029.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''
| James posed as {{Ash}} [[EP174|again]], with Jessie as {{an|Serena}}, Meowth dressed as {{an|Bonnie}} with a hand puppet to look like {{TP|Clemont|Dedenne}}, and [[James's Inkay]] as {{TP|Ash|Pikachu}}. Team Rocket went on to commit thefts and chaos across a town, but surveillance footage and statements from Ash and his friends revealed the ploy.

Inkay was seen wearing its Pikachu costume in ''[[XY082|A Festival Trade! A Festival Farewell?]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises XY030.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY030|Mega Revelations!]]''
| Team Rocket posed as [[Mega Evolution]] appraisers and managed to steal Pikachu and [[Korrina's Lucario]] using these disguises.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY039.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY039|Summer of Discovery!]]''
| Team Rocket infiltrated the [[Kalos]] [[Pokémon Summer Camp]] as chefs.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises XY050.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY050|Pathways to Performance Partnering!]]''
| Jessie posed as "La Grande Dame Brûlée", a prestigious dance choreographer who has trained many [[Pokémon Performer]]s. Using this disguise, the trio managed to steal Serena and [[Nini]]'s Pokémon during a fake dance class.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY057.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY057|Thawing an Icy Panic!]]''
| Jessie, James, and Meowth wore Nurse Joy costumes as they sneaked into the [[Coumarine City]] [[Pokémon Center]] and kidnapped a {{pkmn2|wild}} {{p|Vanillite}}. This is notably the first time James has {{an|Cross-dressing|cross-dressed}} since ''[[Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises XY077.png|150px]][[File:Meowth Pelipper.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY077|A Relay in the Sky!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves while they competed in the [[Pokémon Sky Relay]], with {{MTR}} operating a mechanical {{p|Pelipper}} for the second leg of the race.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY079.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY079|A Frenzied Factory Fiasco!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as [[Poké Ball Factory]] employees so they can steal Ash, and his friends' [[Poké Ball]]s.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY082.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY082|A Festival Trade! A Festival Farewell?]]''
| Team Rocket attended the costume-filled [[Gourgeist Festival]]. Jessie wore a {{p|Mismagius}} outfit, James went as a {{p|Gourgeist}}, Meowth as a {{p|Banette}}, Wobbuffet dressed in a {{p|Sawk}} costume and Inkay reprised its {{p|Pikachu}} outfit from ''[[XY029|Heroes - Friends and Faux Alike!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
| [[File:Jessie James interviewers.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY093|All Eyes on the Future!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as news reporters to interview [[Cosette]] and [[Sophie]] about the [[Anistar City]] Sundial. Jessie and James's costumes bear a striking resemblance to [[Gabby and Ty]], respectively.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise XY117.png|150px]]
| ''[[XY117|Making Friends and Influencing Villains!]]''
| Team Rocket dressed up as members of the {{p|Ralts}} evolutionary line [[AG109|again]]. Jessie's Wobbuffet dressed up as Ralts, Meowth as {{p|Kirlia}}, James as {{p|Gallade}} and Jessie as {{p|Gardevoir}}. Meowth and Jessie were both disguised as the same Pokémon as the previous time. Jessie also wore a {{p|Phantump}} costume.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: Sun & Moon]]''===
Throughout the series, Team Rocket was usually disguised in casual clothing, wearing shirts, shorts, and hats. Unlike in previous series, they used these as their main outfits, not exclusively for some missions.

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM023.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2| ''[[SM023|Getting the Band Back Together!]]''
| Team Rocket worked as wig sellers during a [[DJ Leo]] concert event.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise2 SM023.png|150px|center]]
| Jessie and James posed as a producer and a choreographer, while Meowth posed as DJ Blingcharm from the "In Your Dreams" talent agency. They convinced DJ Leo's {{rf|Alolan}} {{p|Dugtrio}} to come with them so they could become singing stars in their own right. Leo and Ash later foiled Team Rocket's scheme, allowing Dug-Leo's next concert performance to go ahead as planned.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM041.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM041|Mounting an Electrifying Charge!]]''
| Team Rocket wanted to win the [[Charjabug race]], so they disguised themselves as the "Bewear Max" team, with Meowth as their {{p|Charjabug}}. Meowth accidentally pressed the eject button, and with his identity revealed, "Bewear Max" was disqualified from the competition.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM046.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM046|Deceiving Appearances!]]''
| Team Rocket was hired by {{an|Faba}} to work as {{tc|Aether Foundation Employee|employees}} at the [[Aether Foundation]], but they later quit in ''[[SM049|Mission: Total Recall!]]''.

The trio reused their former work uniforms in ''[[SM096|Don't Ignore the Small Stufful!]]'' in the hopes of capturing the Pokémon residing at [[Aether Paradise]]. However, their covers were blown after a missing {{an|Stufful}} put the facility into a panic.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM059.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM059|Tasting the Bitter with the Sweet!]]''
| "Junior" Team Rocket performed their {{motto}} in outfits that resemble the design of {{tc|Preschooler}}s from [[Generation V]] in an attempt to fool {{p|Drampa}}. Wobbuffet appeared as mother pushing an infant Meowth in a stroller.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM063.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM063|Pushing the Fiery Envelope!]]''
| After an urgent call for assistance, Team Rocket starred as the hosts and commentators at the [[Battle Royal Dome]]. They used the aliases, "Fire Jameston", "Freezer Jessip", and "Thunder Meowtaire".
They repeat these roles in ''[[SM081|A Young Royal Flame Ignites!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM066.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM066|Smashing with Sketch!]]''
| Jessie and Wobbuffet competed in the [[Pokémon Ping-Pong tournament]] while James and Meowth watched on. These disguises are a reference to the characters of the tennis manga ''{{wp|Aim for the Ace!}}''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM082.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM082|All They Want to Do is Dance Dance!]]''
| Team Rocket entered the [[Pokémon School]] and performed their {{motto}} in these outfits.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM086.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM086|I Choose Paradise!]]''
| Team Rocket appeared as [[Pokémon Paradise Resort]] employees, giving them the perfect cover while Ash and {{ashcl}} enjoyed the hot spring's facilities.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise SM093.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM093|Lillier and the Staff!]]''
| Jessie joined Ash and his classmates' play wearing a {{p|Lunala}} costume. Despite her unexpected arrival, her dazzling aerial performance made the presentation night a success.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises SM113.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM113|This Magik Moment!]]''
| While preparing for her acting debut on [[Alola TV Station|Alola TV]], Jessie had James pose as her makeup artist, with Meowth opting to be her manager.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises SM119.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM119|A High-Speed Awakening!]]''
| James entered the [[Vikavolt race]] with Meowth, who was wearing a {{p|Vikavolt}} mecha suit.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises SM122.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM122|Spying for the Big Guy!]]''
| Meowth posed as a decoy {{an|Stufful}} in an attempt to save his friend and fool [[Matori]] after she first stole Stufful. However, Matori quickly sees through the disguise.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises SM129.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[SM129|Battle Royal 151!]]''
| Jessie and James wore these disguises while they competed in the [[Manalo Conference]]. Their disguises are references to [[Sina]] and [[Dexio]]'s outfits from the [[Generation VII]] {{pkmn|games}}.
|}

===''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''===
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #444; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #888"
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN010.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN010|A Test in Paradise!]]''
| Team Rocket wore these disguises in order to look like they were shipwrecked so they could catch a {{p|Dragonite}} that would come to rescue them.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguises JN012.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN012|Flash of the Titans!]]''
| Team Rocket wore these disguises while watching the [[World Coronation Series]] finals in order to gather information about [[Dynamax]]ing in preparation for {{pkmn2|caught|catching}} a Dynamax Pokémon for Giovanni. They wore these disguises again in ''[[JN020|Dreams Are Made of These!]]''.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN019.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN019|A Talent for Imitation!]]''
| Team Rocket wore these disguises while they posed as street magicians in an attempt to steal other Trainers' Pokémon with the help of a {{p|Ditto}}.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN020.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN020|Dreams Are Made of These!]]''
| Team Rocket wore these disguises to lure {{AP|Pikachu}}, {{TP|Goh|Raboot}}, and {{TP|Professor Cerise|Yamper}} into a trap.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN043.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN043|Sword and Shield: The Darkest Day!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as [[Galar]] [[Energy Plant]] workers while they attempted to steal {{p|Eternatus}} from [[Macro Cosmos]]. They removed their disguises in ''[[JN044|Sword and Shield: "From Here to Eternatus!"!]]'' when they tried to capture Eternatus, but their plot failed and they were [[JN045|eventually]] sent blasting off.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN047.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN047|Crowning the Chow Crusher!]]''
| Team Rocket were disguised as they competed and cheated their way to the finals of the [[Pokémon Grand Eating Contest]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN048.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN048|A Close Call... Practically!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves as food attendants while they operated a [[Casteliacone]] van to lure Ash and Goh during their all-you-can-eat tour of Unova.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN049.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN049|To Train, or Not to Train!]]''
| Team Rocket posed as schoolchildren in order to sneak into a school playground and steal the Pokémon playing there.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket disguise JN069.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN069|Errand Endurance!]]''
| Meowth disguised himself as an old man to help an absent-minded {{OBP|Pelipper|Team Rocket}} find where to go to get them some [[Casteliacone]]s.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN070.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN070|Take My Thief! Please!]]''
| Jessie disguised herself as a fortune teller in order to convince Ash and Goh that they should catch a {{TP|James|Morpeko}}. The plan failed when Jessie accidentally pointed to a {{p|Pidgeotto}} instead.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Team Rocket Disguise JN081.png|150px|center]] [[File:Meowth Disguise JN081.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN081|Mad About Blue!]]''
| Team Rocket disguised themselves to show off {{TP|Jessie|Wobbuffet}} to [[Gorman]] and [[Bluto]], who were fascinated by blue Pokémon. When Wobbuffet retreated into his {{i|Poké Ball}}, {{MTR}} dressed up as Wobbuffet.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:unknown.png|150px|center]]
| ''[[JN094|Suffering the Flings and Arrows!]]''
| Jessie and James disguised themselves to enter the [[Pokémon Flower Arrangement]] class taking place at the [[Celadon Gym]], with {{MTR}} walking on all fours and Wobbuffet. Though after failing to grab Pikachu, they revealed themselves and tried to battle Ash and [[Erika]].
|}

==[[Butch]] and [[Cassidy]]==
===[[Original series]]===
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! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise EP057.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP057|The Breeding Center Secret]]''
|Butch and Cassidy wore lab coats to look like health professionals while they operated a fake [[Pokémon Day Care]].
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch and Cassidy disguise EP157.png|150px|center]]
|''[[EP157|The Fortune Hunters]]''
| In another Day Care Center scheme, Butch and Cassidy disguised themselves as an elderly couple. The pair deliberately revealed themselves to the [[Team Rocket trio]] out of spite.
|}

===''[[Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire]]'' and {{pkmn|Chronicles}}===
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! style="background: #292929; {{roundytl|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Disguise}}
! style="background: #292929" | {{color|f66363|Episode}}
! style="background: #292929; {{roundytr|5px}};" | {{color|f66363|Description}}
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]]
|rowspan=2|''[[HS08|Oaknapped!]]''
| Butch posed as a courier complete with a fake ID card to gain access into the {{an|Seafoam Island}} TV Station while Cassidy was stowed away inside the {{p|Nidoqueen}} costume. The pair went on to kidnap {{an|Professor Oak}} on [[Dr. Namba]]'s orders, placing him inside the Nidoqueen costume. Cassidy then changed into her own courier costume, joining Butch to make a clean getaway.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise2 HS08.png|150px|center]]
| In their second set of disguises, Butch and Cassidy posed as scientists to get close to Professor Oak. They each wore thick glasses, buttoned shirts with ties, pants and a lab coat to complete their disguises.
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise AG176.png|150px]]
|''[[AG176|The Ole' Berate and Switch!]]''
|Butch and Cassidy hosted a fake battle tournament in [[Sable City]]. Cassidy was dressed as Nurse Joy, with a face mask, pink wig and nurses costume while Butch posed as an attendant.
|}
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==Works in Progress==
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! style="background: #{{heartgold color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Winner
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{soulsilver color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{soulsilver color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{soulsilver color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Runner Up
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #f99349; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #F8700E"
! style="background: #FBB786; {{roundytl|5px}};" |Third place
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}

{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; background: #{{normal color}}; {{roundy}}; border: 5px solid #{{normal color dark}}"
! style="background: #{{normal color light}}; {{roundytl|5px}};" | Unknown placing
|- style="background: #FFFFFF;"
|[[File:Butch Cassidy disguise HS08.png|150px|center]] {{Ash}} & {{AP|Pikachu}}
|}
===Anime===
====Events & Festivals====

====Human Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Chōta]]
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Norman (anime)]]

====Locations====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Jojo Island]]

====Pokémon Characters====
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Big Town Pokémon]]

===Merchandise===
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Bandai 3D Evo Lenticular Cards]] ‎
*[[User:PardescanSlowbro/Pokémon Advanced Holo cards]]

==Mainspaced Works==
*[[Alola TV]]
*[[Aura Guardian Festival]]
*[[Bewear's den]]
*[[Bloom Canyon]]
*[[Camphrier Harvest Festival]]
*[[Chapman Research Lab]]
*[[Coumarine City Festival]]
*[[CTV news crew]]
*[[Eindoak Harvest Festival]]
*[[Flower Garden Troupe]]
*[[Ho-Oh Shrine]]
*[[Izabe Lake]]
*[[Legend Festival]]
*[[Light trio (anime)]]
*[[Lugia (anime)]]
*[[Luka's great-grandfather]]
*[[Malamar (anime)]]
*[[Marie's grandfather]]
*[[Mateo and Marissa's grandfather]]
*[[May Festival]]
*[[Misty Village]]
*[[Parade of the Chinchou]]
*[[Pershie]]
*[[Pokémon Advanced battle figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Electronic Figures]]
*[[Pokémon Deluxe Micro Playset]]
*[[Pokémon hunters (M21)]]
*[[Pokémon Lenticular Cards]]
*[[Pokémon Kit Models]]
*[[Pokémon poacher (M04)]]
*[[Pokémon Fossil Research Lab]]
*[[Pokémon Stadium Action 3D's]]
*[[Pokémon Street Performer Festival]]
*[[Pokémon Training Center]]
*[[Pokéstar Studios Film Competition]]
*[[Prism Star (TCG)]]
*[[Subway Bosses's Stamp Rally]]
*[[The Marina Group]]
*[[The Protectors]]
*[[Trapinch underground labyrinth]]
*[[Unnamed island (EP060)]]
*[[Wela Fire Festival]]