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| Saturn サターン Saturn | |
| File:Saturn DPPt.png Art from Diamond and Pearl | |
| Gender | Male |
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| Hometown | Unknown |
| Region | Sinnoh |
| Trainer class | Commander |
| Generation | IV |
| Games | Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum |
| Member of | Team Galactic |
| Rank | Commander |
| Animated debut | A Secret Sphere of Influence! |
| English voice actor | Marc Thompson |
| Japanese voice actor | Akemi Okamura |
Saturn (Japanese: サターン Saturn) is one of Team Galactic's four Commanders in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum Versions.
In the games
Saturn is first seen leading the efforts of Team Galactic at Lake Valor near Pastoria City. He battles the player inside 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 Galactic Veilstone Building, contemplating what direction to take Team Galactic in after Cyrus has disappeared; he was never aware of Cyrus's grander plot. However, he learned that "extremism is never the solution".
Pokémon
Pokémon Diamond and Pearl
First battle
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Second battle
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Pokémon Platinum
First battle
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Second battle
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Quotes
Team Galactic HQ
- (to Charon)
- "What are you trying to say?"
- (to Charon)
- "Gramps. Our boss can do without your kind of moral support."
- Before battle:
- "You... You came all the way here just to save some Pokémon? ...Though it's nothing new, I can't say I understand our boss... Why would he let a kid like you come and go freely...? We, Team Galactic, take all that we need, and eliminate what we do not. But anyway. You've taken the trouble to come. Let me welcome you! Consider it payback for your insulting me at the lake."
- When defeated:
- "You're tough, kid! But, I still pity the likes of you."
- After battle:
- "...Gah! What makes you so tough? Fine... do whatever you want with those three Pokémon. Press the button on that machine to set them free."
- "Press the button and set them free. Isn't that why you came?"
- "Our boss crafted a Red Chain from crystals he took from the three Pokémon. That Red Chain is what he needed to shackle something on Mt. Coronet. It's also apparently needed for creating something. But that's all I know. Who knows what he's planning to do up there."
- After the Spear Pillar events:
- "So, it's you... I've heard about you and what took place at the Spear Pillar. Our leader, Master Cyrus, hated the very idea of spirit. He hated spirit for being incomplete. And yet, using fiery exhortations, he rallied the spirit of others. What he hated most, he used to control others. Isn't that ironic? That fascinated me. I wanted to see what he would do. And I did. At his side. But it's over. A world without spirit... Who would want such a thing?! So, what now...? What to do with Team Galactic? But I've learned that extremism is never the solution... Perhaps we should really be searching for new sources of energy. Instead of lying about it through our commercials."
In the anime
Saturn made his first appearance at the ending of A Secret Sphere of Influence!, though it was a brief appearance at the end of the episode. He, along with the other Team Galactic Grunts, commented that Jessie, James and Meowth did a lousy job at stealing the Adamant Orb for them, and framing Nando for the crime.
Saturn later reappeared in Journey to the Unown!, along with his Bronzor. He managed to steal a cube that was under the guard of the Unown of the Solaceon Ruins and brought it with him back to the Team Galactic HQ.
Saturn appeared again in Enter Galactic!, with the cube he obtained in Solaceon Ruins, which he exposed to the meteorites in Veilstone City, transforming it into the Spear Key. Later, he and a few Galactic Grunts went to go steal the meteorites, but ended up meeting Ash and his friends for the first time. He also battles Brock and his Croagunk with his own Toxicroak, but it ends in a draw, as Team Galactic retreats and fails their mission.
He appeared in Losing Its Lustrous and Double Team Turnover!, along with Cyrus, Jupiter and Mars. They stole the Lustrous Orb and the Adamant Orb from the Celestic Town Historical Research Center.
He reappeared with Cyrus, Jupiter and Charon in Saving the World From Ruins! where he was put in charge of excavation of the Spear Pillar from Mt. Coronet.
Saturn appeared again in Gateway to Ruin!, along with Charon, where they attempted to locate the ruins of Mt. Coronet.
Saturn also appeared in the Team Galactic finale with three episodes, Unlocking the Red Chain of Events!, The Needs of the Three! and The Battle Finale of Legend!. During the final battle, his Toxicroak was defeated by Croagunk and after Cyrus passed through the portal created by Dialga and Palkia he realized that Cyrus had just been using him and the other commanders to reach his own goals and cared little for those who served him. Afterwards he was arrested along with Mars and Jupiter by Looker and, unlike Mars, knew that Team Galactic was finished.
He appeared briefly in Memories are Made of Bliss! in Team Rocket's fantasy with all the other members of Team Galactic.
Pokémon
This listing is of Saturn's known Pokémon in the anime:
| Debut | Journey to the Unown! |
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Bronzor first appeared in Journey to the Unown! where it guided Saturn and his squad through the Solaceon Ruins. It was also responsible for confusing the Unown living in the ruins which resulted in them all running wild.
It's next appearance was in Losing Its Lustrous! where 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 Cynthia's Garchomp.
Bronzor's known moves are Flash, Confuse Ray, Teleport* and Hypnosis.
| Debut | Enter Galactic! |
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| Voice actors | |
| Japanese | Shin'ichirō Miki |
| English | Bill Rogers |
- Main article: Saturn's Toxicroak
Toxicroak first appeared in Enter Galactic! where it helped to steal the Veilstone City meteorites. During the battle it developed a fierce rivalry with Brock's Croagunk.
It next appeared during Losing Its Lustrous! and Double Team Turnover! where it assisted in the stealing of the Adamant Orb and the Lustrous Orb as well as defeating Croagunk in battle. and then helped Saturn and Charon with the excavation of Mt. Coronet in Gateway to Ruin!. Its final appearance came in The Battle Finale of Legend!, where after assisting in Team Galactic's plans to summon Dialga and Palkia it was defeated by Croagunk, allowing it to gain revenge for its earlier defeat.
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In the manga
Pokémon Adventures
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 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 Croagunk and 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 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 Azelf. He encounters 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 Gunk Shot from his 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 Dialga and 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.
Pokémon
Croagunk is Saturn's first known Pokémon and is usually seen imitating his movements. Croagunk was first seen in battle against Paka and Uji but despite putting up a good fight, she was eventually defeated. She was later used against Fantina and Roark but was eventually defeated along with her trainer.
Croagunk's known moves are Poison Jab and Sucker Punch and her ability is Anticipation.
| Debut | VS. Croagunk & Abra I |
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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 Teleport, Fire Punch, and Ice Punch.
| Debut | VS. Octillery |
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Octillery is 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 Octazooka, Gunk Shot and Blizzard.
Pokémon DP
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 Azelf. At the lake, Hareta and Saturn battled; Saturn initially had the upper hand using his Gallade but Hareta was able to turn the tide. After both his Gallade and 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 Gyarados would not lose to Hareta.
After the events at the Spear Pillar, Saturn appeared to have broken away from 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 Galactic Veilstone Building.
Pokémon
- Main article: Saturn's Toxicroak
Toxicroak is Saturn's main Pokémon. It was first used to stall Hareta from retrieving Azelf by attacking with a Sludge Bomb.
Bronzong is another Pokémon on Saturn's team. It was 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 Earthquake. While Bronzong was battling Hareta's Piplup and Riolu, it was defeated by Riolu's Focus Punch.
Bronzong's known moves are SolarBeam, Gyro Ball, Reflect and Earthquake.
Gallade was called out after Bronzong was defeated. Gallade was shown to be very fast as his Steadfast ability made him run very fast, which gave Hareta and Misdreavus problems. However, Hareta borrowed a bike and went to the top of a cliff by biking upward.
Gallade's only known move is Leaf Blade and his ability is Steadfast.
| Debut | A Battle Of Wills |
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Rhyperior was used to battle Hareta's Piplup after it was beaten before. It was given a Revive while Hareta was battling Gallade. Rhyperior than had a rematch against Piplup where it lost, like last time, despite the Revive being used.
Rhyperior's ability is Lightningrod.
Saturn sends out his Magmortar to fight against Hareta's Empoleon and Minun. It was finished off with a Surf attack from Empoleon while Saturn was paralyzed from Minun's Thunder Wave.
None of Magmortar's moves are known.
Trivia
- Saturn was incorrectly referred to as female on multiple occasions outside of the games. He was identified as female in 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 Battle Frontier to have a Pokémon with a 50-50 chance of being male or female to be the opposite gender as himself.
- Saturn is the only Team Galactic 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 (Ceres and Venus, respectively).
- However, Ceres is a 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.
- Saturn is the Commander the player will battle the least in Platinum, aside from Charon, who doesn't battle the player at any point in the game.
Names
| Language | Name | Origin |
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| Japanese | サターン Saturn | From Saturn. |
| English, German | Saturn | From Saturn. |
| French | Saturne | From Saturne, Saturn. |
| Italian, Spanish | Saturno | From Saturno, Saturn. |
| Korean | 새턴 Saturn | From Saturn. |
| Chinese (Taiwan) | 鎮星 Zhènxīng | From 鎮星, an archaic term for Saturn. |
External links
- Saturn's Profile on Pokeani (Japanese)
 Team Galactic
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| Team Galactic Eterna Building • Team Galactic HQ | ||||
| Boss | Commanders | |||
| Cyrus (Masters) |
Mars | Jupiter | Saturn | Charon |
| Other members | ||||
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| Team Galactic Grunts • Scientists | ||||
| In the manga | ||||
| Adventures: Sird • Advanced level Grunt Diamond and Pearl Adventure!: Mitsumi • B-2 Phantom Thief 7: Io • Lily | ||||
| See also: Galaxy Team | ||||
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