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'''Alder''' (Japanese: '''アデク''' ''Adeku'') is the {{pkmn|Champion}} of the [[Unova]] region's [[Elite Four]] in {{game|Black and White|s}}.
'''Alder''' (Japanese: '''アデク''' ''Adeku'') is the {{pkmn|Champion}} of the [[Unova]] region's [[Unova League|Pokémon League]] in {{game|Black and White|s}}.


==In the games==
==In the core series games==
In {{game|Black and White|s}}, Alder appears as the wandering Champion of [[Unova]]. The player first meets him on {{rt|5|Unova}}, where he is seen with [[Cheren]]. The two are discussing Cheren's ambitions and goals as a Trainer&mdash;at this point, Cheren is aiming to be the Champion of Unova. Alder appears at several points in the game to help the player put a stop to the plans of [[Team Plasma]], making appearances at [[Relic Castle]] and [[N's Castle]].
In {{game|Black and White|s}}, Alder appears as the wandering Champion of [[Unova]]. The {{player}} first meets him on {{rt|5|Unova}}, where he is seen with [[Cheren]]. The two are discussing Cheren's ambitions and goals as a Trainer—at this point, Cheren is aiming to be the Champion of Unova. Alder appears at several points in the game to help the player put a stop to the plans of [[Team Plasma]], making appearances at [[Relic Castle]] and [[N's Castle]].


Uniquely for a Champion, Alder cannot be battled the first time the player challenges the {{un|Pokémon League}}. By the time the player is ready to challenge him, Alder has already been defeated by [[N]]. The player must then battle N, putting each other's beliefs on the line to determine the future of [[Unova]].
Uniquely for a Champion, Alder cannot be battled the first time the player challenges the {{un|Pokémon League}}. By the time the player is ready to challenge him, Alder has already been defeated by [[N]]. The player must then battle N, putting each other's beliefs on the line to determine the future of [[Unova]].


In the past, Alder's [[starter Pokémon]] died of {{pkmn|illness}}, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength, much like Cheren did. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}} reveals that Alder's late partner was {{p|Larvesta}}/{{p|Volcarona}}.  
In the past, Alder's [[first partner Pokémon]] died of [[Illness in the Pokémon world|illness]], and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength, much like Cheren did. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in {{2v2|Black|White|2}} reveals that Alder's late partner was a {{p|Larvesta}} that evolved into {{p|Volcarona}}.<ref>Alder: "''Well done! That was an impressive battle. The spirit of my first partner, Larvesta - no, Volcarona - lives on in my current partners, too! I want to add your strength to their experience as well!''"</ref>


[[Ghetsis]] suggests that Alder may not have actually won the title of Champion, instead being requested by the [[Unova League|Pokémon League]] to take the position. It is said that Alder instructed the Elite Four to look after Unova as he traveled around the region.
[[Ghetsis]] suggests that Alder may not have actually won the title of Champion, instead being requested by the [[Unova League|Pokémon League]] to take the position. It is said that Alder instructed the Elite Four to look after Unova as he traveled around the region.


In {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}}, former [[Opelucid City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Iris]] has become the region's Champion. Alder will again assist the player at various points of the game, and he is based in his hometown [[Floccesy Town]]. A woman in the [[Pokémon academy|Trainers' School]] notes that Alder had refused to train her because it is the era of young people. After defeating Iris, the player can return to Floccesy Town and accept Alder's request for a battle. If victorious, the player will be able to battle in the [[Black Tower]]{{sup/5|B2}}/[[White Treehollow]]{{sup/5|W2}}. Alder's grandson, [[Benga]], is known to train there.
In {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}}, former [[Opelucid City]] [[Gym Leader]] [[Iris]] has become the region's Champion. Alder will again assist the player at various points of the game, and he is based in his hometown of [[Floccesy Town]] this time. A woman in the [[Pokémon academy|Trainers' School]] notes that Alder had refused to work at the school because it is the era of young people. After defeating Iris, the player can return to Floccesy Town and accept Alder's request for a {{pkmn|battle}}. If victorious, the player will be able to battle in the [[Black Tower]]{{sup/5|B2}}/[[White Treehollow]]{{sup/5|W2}}. Alder's grandson [[Benga]] is known to train there.


As a former Champion, Alder participates in the [[Champions Tournament]] at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]].
As a former Champion, Alder participates in the [[Champions Tournament]] at the [[Pokémon World Tournament]].
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===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
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=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
=====[[Pokémon World Tournament]]=====
Alder 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.
Alder 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. He will always lead with his signature Pokémon, {{p|Volcarona}}.


{{Party
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|{{Pokémon/5
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|pokemon=Krookodile
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|level=50
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|type1=Ground|type2=Dark
|type1=Ground|type2=Dark
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Moxie
|ability=Intimidate|ability2=Moxie
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|move3=Stone Edge|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
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|type1=Ghost|type2=Fire
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|ability=Flash Fire|ability2=Flame Body
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|level=50
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|type1=Normal|type2=Flying
|ability=Keen Eye|ability2=Sheer Force
|ability=Keen Eye|ability2=Sheer Force
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|move3=Rock Slide|move3type=Rock|move3cat=Physical
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===Quotes===
====Deceased====
===={{game|Black and White|s}}====
{| style="float:left; width: 96px"
'''{{rt|5|Unova}}'''
|-
:''"Oh! Why, if it isn't [[Elesa]]! Aren't festivals grand? Life should be enjoyed!"''
| {{InactivePoké|Alder|Volcarona|Spr 5b2 637.png|Bug|Fire|size=96px|fir=Larvesta|link=no}}
:''"I heard that remark. [[Cheren|You]]'re quite a judgmental young person, are you not? My name is Alder. I'm the [[Unova]] [[Unova League|Pokémon League]]'s {{pkmn|Champion}}. Pleased to make your acquaintance. For your information, I'm not goofing off. I'm on a voyage. I know every corner of Unova."''
|}{{left clear}}
:''"Hm. Traveling with a goal in mind is a commendable thing. And what do you plan to do after becoming the Champion?"''
:''"Hmm. Becoming stronger... Becoming stronger, you say... Is that alone enough of a goal? Hmmm. It's not that I'm trying to say your way of thinking is wrong... In my travels, I've helped many people learn to love Pokémon. I think that's important, too. If you play with those children, you might gain more of an understanding. Will you two have a Pokémon battle with those two? Hey you two. Come here for a moment."''
* After defeating {{tc|Preschooler}}s Sarah and Billy
:''"Nicely done! You didn't win, but that was a good battle. Your Pokémon looked like they were having fun. Young man, if there are people like you who pursue strength, there are also people who are happy just being with Pokémon. There are many different people and many different answers. When it comes to what a Champion should be, you and I may hold differing views, but so be it! Give it some thought."''
:''"It's tremendous that people and Pokémon, each so different, can acknowledge each other and be together!"''


'''[[Twist Mountain]]'''
==In the spin-off games==
:''"That was a fine [[Pokémon battle]]! I'm happy to see that you are both growing as Trainers!"''
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
:''"Oh, honestly, [[Cheren]]. Just accept the compliment without stinging remark. I've asked you this before, but what do you plan to do after becoming strong?"''
{{main|Alder (Masters)}}
:''"Hmmm... You remind me of [[Marshal]]. Of course, having something you want to become is important. But what is even more important is what you do with your newfound power. Anyway, take this! Here--you, too. If you use the move {{m|Surf}}, you can travel over water. I shall see you again, young Trainers. Don't forget about the needs of the Pokémon at your side!"''
Alder, as a retired {{pkmn|Champion}}, forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Volcarona}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Alder became a playable sync pair on November 6, 2020.


'''[[Dragonspiral Tower]]'''
{{PairDex/h|Alder}}
:''"Yes! Yes, there are!"''
{{PairDex|108|Alder|trainerlink=Alder (Masters)#Volcarona|trainerimg=Alder|0637|Volcarona|gender=male|Bug|Rock|Special Strike|6|Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout}}
:''"No time for chitchat! Those violent flashes of lightning that shot from the tower...{{sup/5|Bl}}/That fearsome column of fire that shot from the tower...{{sup/5|W}} That Pokémon has the power to destroy the world! If it's on [[Team Plasma]]'s side, and Team Plasma tells everyone to release their Pokémon... No matter whether it comes from fear or admiration... The world can't help but change. It will become a world where we are separated from Pokémon..."''
|}
:''"If I remember the myth, Zekrom's powerful {{t|Electric|electricity}}{{sup/5|Bl}}/Reshiram's {{t|Fire|fiery breath}}{{sup/5|W}}, along with the other Pokémon, devastated ancient Unova in an instant. Even knowing that, [[N]] is still wanting to awaken the other?!"''
:''"[[Bianca|Miss]], you are a very kind person. Still, I don't know if other Pokémon will be able to stand up to it. Because, no matter what, it is a legendary being... I don't like the idea of taking orders from N, but searching for the dragon--the stone--might not be a bad plan. We certainly can't let Team Plasma reawaken both of them! Since I've traveled all over [[Unova]], I have an idea of where it might be. Let's head to the Relic Castle. <Player>, everyone, I'm going!"''


'''[[Relic Castle]]'''
==Gallery==
:''"You two. Come here... Come to my side."''
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:''"Release them, you say? Do the Pokémon who live with their Trainers actually want that? Is the liberation you talk about really just stealing Pokémon from people?"''
===Sprites===
:''"I won't lose! I'll fight for all Trainers who love their Pokémon, and for all Pokémon who believe in their Trainers!"''
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:''"So you stayed behind to just tell me that? Just to make a fool of me?"''
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:''"Hmmm... It seems my only choice is to return to the Pokémon League and battle N. But it bothers me to do exactly what Ghetsis wants... More importantly, what should we do about the {{key|V|Light Stone}}{{sup/5|Bl}}/{{key|V|Dark Stone}}{{sup/5|W}}? Yes...that's a good idea. It's hard to breathe in here!"''
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'''[[Desert Resort]]'''
==Quotes==
:''"What could that guy called N possibly want? Could he be trying to prove he is right by winning the battle of the two dragons?"''
{{main|Alder/Quotes}}
:''"I could hear [[Professor Juniper]]'s voice from clear over here! Seems like something big is happening. I wonder what is waiting at the museum in Nacrene City. I'll go on ahead!"''


'''[[Nacrene City]]'''
==In the anime==
:''"Wait a moment, <player>!"''
===Main series===
:''"If you take this Light Stone{{sup/5|Bl}}/Dark Stone{{sup/5|W}}, that means you'll be the one to battle N if anything happens to me. Are you really OK with that?"''
====''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]''====
::'''Yes''': ''"I understand. You are determined to take on this duty. Then, here it is. Prepare yourself. Be strong."''
[[File:Alder anime.png|thumb|250px|Alder in the {{pkmn|anime}}]]
::'''No''': ''"So, you're just going to allow N to fulfill his plans for a new world? A world where Pokémon and Trainers are separated?"''
Alder debuted in ''[[BW031|Ash and Trip's Third Battle!]]'', during a flashback of [[Trip]]'s childhood. He was battling a {{pkmn|Trainer}} in the middle of a town with his {{p|Bouffalant}} as Trip watched in awe. After the {{pkmn|battle}} ended, the {{pkmn|Champion}} approached the child and allowed him to pet and feed Bouffalant. He asked Trip what his goal was, and Trip replied that it was to be Champion. Impressed, Alder inspired Trip to train hard when he got older, and promised that he would be waiting to challenge Trip someday. Trip sealed the promise with a confident handshake.
:::'''No:''': ''"I understand. You are determined to take on this duty. Then, here it is. Prepare yourself. Be strong."''
:::'''Yes''': ''"Still, I must ask you... Sincerely, I must ask you... Take this stone. Just in case it's needed!"''
::::'''No''': ''"Still, I must ask you... Sincerely, I must ask you... Take this stone. Just in case it's needed!"''
::::'''Yes''': ''"I am deeply sorry. I wish I didn't have to burden you. This world of ours, where Pokémon and people live together... Please... If anything happens to me, protect it!"''
:''"..."''
:''"Ah-hah. We've got those two. <Player>!"''
:''"Go to Opelucid City. The [[Gym Leader]] of that city uses {{type|Dragon}} Pokémon. The Gym Leader could know something. I'll go ahead and wait for you there! Until then!"''


'''[[Opelucid City]]'''
Alder physically debuted in ''[[BW052|Ash Versus the Champion!]]''. {{Ash}} and Trip met him on {{rt|5|Unova}}, and upon meeting them, he referred to them as '''Ashton''' (Japanese: '''サンタロ''' ''Santaro'') and '''Tristan''' (Japanese: '''シュータロ''' ''Shootaro''), respectively. He wished to battle both of them in a two-on-one battle, but Trip refused to battle alongside Ash, so Alder settled for battling them one at a time. Trip allowed Ash to go first, thinking that being quickly defeated by the Champion would do him good.
:''"Hello, <player>. This way."''  
:''"[[Ghetsis]]... What a liar. Desperately trying to con everyone with his speech."''
:''"Let's go, <player>!"''
:''"It's been a while, [[Iris]] and [[Drayden]]."''
:''"Briefly, my request is this. Tell us about the legendary Dragon-type Pokémon!"''
:''"Yes! That Trainer called N apparently told <player> here to search for the other Dragon-type Pokémon!"''
:''"That's right, Iris. The ones who make Pokémon battle are the Trainers... And it's so the Trainers and the Pokémon can get to know each other better.""''
:''"I'm going to the Pokémon League. No, I guess in this case I should say I'm "returning" to the Pokémon League! Of course, I'll defeat N! I'll teach him about the beauty of this world, where Pokémon and Trainers live together in harmony! Also, <player>, I'll await your arrival. Once you've obtained the Opelucid Badge, come to the League! The Opelucid Gym Leader is tough. Take care!"''
:''"Farewell. I'm counting on you, Drayden and Iris!"''


'''[[N's Castle]]'''
During the battle, Alder just stood calmly and allowed his Bouffalant to take multiple attacks from [[Ash's Pikachu]]. Ash and {{ashfr}} then realized Alder was actually sleeping while standing up. Trip woke Alder, while Bouffalant expressed its embarrassment and disappointment in its Trainer. After explaining why he was asleep, Alder commanded Bouffalant to use {{m|Head Charge}}, but Bouffalant was still angry with him and slow to respond. In order to persuade Bouffalant to quit wasting time and attack, Alder slapped its rump, sending it charging. Bouffalant stampeded towards Pikachu, but it stopped quickly, made a U-turn, and attacked Alder instead.
:''"I beg you! Separating people from Pokémon... Do anything but that!"''
:''"You did well to get this far."''
:''"Er... I have to congratulate you."''
:''"I... I lost. I should have been able to demonstrate the bond between me and my Pokémon. That would have shown [[N|that brat]] the worthlessness of his outrageous dreams. So, his convictions were the real thing... Be careful. The ones who change the world are always the ones who pursued their dreams. <Player>, I ask this of you. Even if Pokémon and people are separated, nothing good will come of it. Please let him know that!"''


* After defeating N
Afterwards, much to Trip's disappointment, and despite his Bouffalant still being fit to battle, Alder conceded defeat to Ash and decided he was finished battling for the day. Trip then questioned Alder about the advice he was given as a child. Alder seemed to be confused by this and then contradicted the original advice he gave to Trip by saying becoming the strongest was not the most important part of battling. Trip immediately left in anger, telling Ash he would continue on the path he believed in.
:''"You fool! That's a ridiculous idea!"''


* After defeating Ghetsis
[[File:Alder and Cynthia.png|thumb|left|250px|Alder flirting with {{an|Cynthia}}]]
:''"Now, N... Do you still think Pokémon and people should be separated?"''
Later, Alder stopped a {{p|Gigalith}} that was on a rampage with his bare hands. Afterwards, he removed a nail from its foot that had been causing it pain and fed it some minerals, making it so thankful that it even saved [[Officer Jenny]] from being crushed under a falling monument.
:''"You're right. He's truly pitiful."''
:''"N... I'm sure you have much to think about. I know you were not pursuing ideals{{sup/5|Bl}}/the truth{{sup/5|W}} because of Ghetsis's manipulation, but because your heart was truly inspired. That is why you were able to meet the legendary Pokémon!"''
:''"Is that so? What you and the legendary Pokémon are going to do from now on... That's important, wouldn't you say?"''
:''"N, even if we don't understand each other, that's not a reason to reject each other. There are two sides to any argument. Is there one point of view that has all the answers? Give it some thought."''


'''[[Celestial Tower]]'''
He appeared in a flashback in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.
:''"..."''
:''"My old partner is resting here in the [[Celestial Tower]]. It was the first Pokémon I received when I became a Trainer. I come here to ring the bell and comfort its spirit."''
:''"It was a strong Pokémon. It was courageous, noble, and kind... Together, we madly pursued strength... Without even knowing the meaning of strength."''
:''"But, in the same way that all stories have a beginning and an end, all lives have an end, as well... It was then that I understood that strength isn't something that remains unchanged forever. However, the joy one feels in being with Pokémon--that is the real thing. In order to spread the word, I left the Pokémon League and kept traveling... That's right! Traveling is wonderful. I've met many different Pokémon, many different Trainers, and now I've met all of you. There are many more Trainers and Pokémon to encounter in the world! <{{Player|Player}}>! Go out and meet as many of them as you can!"''
:''"Well, <player>, I'll be waiting for you at the [[Pokémon League]]!"''


'''Champion battle'''
[[File:Trip Junior Cup.png|thumb|250px|Alder awarding Trip the Junior Cup]]
* Before initial battle
In ''[[BW090|Jostling for the Junior Cup!]]'', Alder was one of the hosts of the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] alongside [[Freddy O'Martian]]. The winner of the tournament would be given the opportunity to have a battle with him. In ''[[BW092|Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!]]'', Trip won the tournament by defeating Ash, and as such, he got the right the battle Alder. In their battle, although [[Trip's Serperior]] was shown to be strong, it was no match to {{p|Bouffalant}}. Then, after talking to Trip and petting his Serperior, he was shown along with {{an|Cynthia}}, [[Caitlin]], and Freddy O'Martian, talking to the competitors and saying their goodbyes.
:''"I am grateful for what you did about [[N]]. I don't know what he's thinking now, but I'm sure he realizes that different people and Pokémon have their own paths to follow. Say now, how about a match with the strongest {{pkmn|Trainer}} in the Unova region?"''


* Before [[rematch]]
He made a cameo appearance in the ending credits of ''[[M16|Genesect and the Legend Awakened]]''.
:''"I've really been looking forward to deciding who's the strongest Pokémon Trainer in the Unova region! Kiai!"''


* During battle (the first non-KO HP loss)
====''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''====
:''"If that is the move you chose after serious consideration, that's fine!"''
In ''[[JN065|Thrash of the Titans!]]'', {{an|Iris}} was confirmed to be the current Champion of the Unova League, indicating that Alder no longer holds the title.


* After sending out last Pokémon
In ''[[JN117|The Fiery Road to Mastership!]]'', Alder was shown watching Iris's [[Masters Eight Tournament]] match against Cynthia. During said match, Iris mentioned her {{TP|Iris|Haxorus}} having finished the battle that made her Champion, likely indicating she defeated Alder to earn her title.
:''"Woooo! Your inexhaustible fighting spirit! Impressive!"''


* During battle (less than half HP)
[[File:Unova Rivals.png|thumb|250px|Alder in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'']]
:''"Am I being overpowered?! This is nothing! I will overpower you!"''


* When defeated
====Character====
:''"After the battle, a fresh wind blew through my heart... Use the battle with me as a stepping stone and move forward!"''
Characterized as strong and wise, Alder is respected as the [[Unova League]] {{pkmn|Champion}}. He pays particular attention to children, hoping to inspire them to become {{pkmn|Trainer}}s. Alder is also reckless, often leaping into action to save the day like in ''[[BW052|Ash Versus the Champion!]]'', where he approached a rampaging {{p|Gigalith}}.


* After being defeated
In his spare time, Alder is typically carefree and relaxed. This extends to the point where he has a habit of sleeping and forgetting things. Much like {{an|Brock}}, he often flirts with women such as [[Nurse Joy]], [[Officer Jenny]], and {{an|Cynthia}}.
:''"Well done! You certainly are an unmatched talent! Come with me!"''
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===={{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}====
====Pokémon====
'''{{rt|19|Unova}}'''
This listing is of Alder's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
:''"You there! Trainer!"''
:''"My name is Alder! I'm a Trainer with a keen interest in the world. One of my goals is to tell people about how wonderful it is to walk towards the future together with Pokémon."''
:''"And you are? ... ... Hmph! So you're <Player> from [[Aspertia City]]!"''
:''"Your <lead Pokémon> is a fine-looking Pokémon! But you're not exactly a seasoned Trainer yet... Indeed! I'll train you a little! Follow me!"''
 
'''[[Floccesy Town]]'''
* Near the [[Pokémon Center]]
:''"Oh, that's right! <Player>, are your Pokémon well? Your Pokémon are always doing their best for you, the Trainer, so you must always be kind to them! My house is just a little farther! Stop by the [[Pokémon Center]] first if you'd like!"''
 
* Past the clock tower
:''"Hey, this way! Shall we start training?"''
:''"By the way... why are you holding two [[Town Map]]s? ... Oh ho! It's [[Hugh|your friend]]'s Town Map, isn't it?"''
:''"Your friend is the one with the <rival's starter>, isn't he? It just so happens, he was training his Pokémon on {{rt|20|Unova}}... Well, if that's the case, you should go give him the Town Map first!"''
:''"Just follow this road. It goes to Route 20!"''
 
'''Floccesy Town - After becoming the {{pkmn|Champion}}'''
* Before battle
:''"Oh! You've come! Could I spar with you, the strongest trainer in the Unova region?"''
::'''Yes''': ''"Oh! My heart jumps for joy! Well then, prepare yourself for battle! Kiai!"''
::'''No''': ''"Hrm... Well, I shall wait here then."''
 
* During battle (the first non-KO HP loss)
:''"If that is the move you chose after serious consideration, that's fine!"''
 
* After sending out last Pokémon
:''"Woooo! Your inexhaustible fighting spirit! Impressive!"''
 
* During battle (less than half HP)
:''"Am I being overpowered?! This is nothing! I will overpower you!"''
 
* When defeated
:''"After the battle, a fresh wind blew through my heart..."''
 
* After being defeated
:''"That's the Champion for you!"''
:''"Why, if it isn't [[Benga]]! Are you serious, boy?"''
:''"His/Her name is <player's name>! He/She's the strongest Trainer in the Unova region."''
:''"How about it, Benga? Do you want to spar, perhaps?"''
:''"He's a lively one, even for MY grandson! I'll explain what he was talking about. He challenged a place called the Black Tower{{sup/5|B2}}/White Treehollow{{sup/5|W2}}, which appeared in Black City{{sup/5|B2}}/White Forest{{sup/5|W2}}. You'll find out what kind of place it is if you go there. An ordinary Trainer, however, can't make it to where he is. So that's the story! If you'd like, you should take the challenge as well."''
 
'''[[Pokémon World Tournament]]'''
* Before battle (first round)
:''"I show everyone how wonderful it is to move forward together with Pokémon.  Competing like this is probably the best way to show everyone!"''
 
* Before battle (second round)
:''"I've really been looking forward to deciding who's the strongest Pokémon Trainer in this tournament!  Kiai!"''
 
* Before battle (final round)
:''"I feel fired up when I see another Trainer, and I imagine which one of us is stronger.  When I actually face that Trainer, the excitement builds to fever pitch!"''
 
* When defeated
:''Well done!  You certainly are an unmatched talent!"''
 
* If the player is defeated
:''"That was an extraordinary effort from both you and your Pokémon!"''
 
* After being defeated
:''"Well done!  The ones who change the world are always the ones who pursued their dreams.  That's right!  They're just like you."''
 
* After winning
:''"When things don't go as you thought, silently continue to train.  If you do, someday both you and your Pokémon will be able to battle in the way you envisioned."''
 
* In the lobby, after the tournament
:''"Well done!  That was an impressive battle.  The spirit of my first partner, Larvesta - no, Volcarona - lives on in my current partners, too!  I want to add your strength to their experience as well!"''
 
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==In the anime==
[[File:Alder anime.png|thumb|right|200px|Alder in the anime]]
Alder made his debut in ''[[BW031|Ash and Trip's Third Battle!]]'' during a flashback of [[Trip]]'s childhood. He was battling a Trainer in the middle of town with his {{p|Bouffalant}} as Trip spectated in awe. After the battle, the {{pkmn|Champion}} approached the child and allowed him to pet and feed Bouffalant. He asked Trip what his goal was, which he replied was to be Champion. Impressed, Alder inspired Trip to train hard when he got older, and that he would be waiting to challenge Trip someday. Trip sealed the promise with a confident handshake.
 
He appeared in ''[[BW052|Ash Versus the Champion!]]'' on {{rt|5|unova}}. {{Ash}} and Trip met him and wanted both to battle with him. There, he referred to them as '''Ashton''' (Japanese: '''サンタロ''' ''Santaro'') and '''Tristan''' (Japanese: '''シュータロ''' ''Shootaro''), respectively. He wished to battle both of them in a two-on-one battle, but Trip refused to battle alongside Ash, so Alder settled for battling them one at a time. Trip allowed Ash to go first thinking being quickly defeated by the Champion would do him good. During the battle, Alder just stood calm and let his Bouffalant take multiple attacks from [[Ash's Pikachu]]. Ash and {{Ashfr}} then realized that Alder was actually sleeping while standing up. Trip woke Alder, while Bouffalant expressed its embarrassment and disappointment in its Trainer. After explaining why he was asleep, Alder commanded Bouffalant to use {{m|Head Charge}}, but Bouffalant was still angry with Alder and slow to respond. In order to persuade Bouffalant to quit wasting time and attack, Alder slapped its rump, sending it charging. Bouffalant stampeded towards Pikachu, but stopped quickly and made a U-turn and attacked Alder instead. Afterwards, much to Trip's disappointment, and despite his Bouffalant still being fit to battle, Alder conceded defeat to Ash and decided he was finished battling for the day. Trip then questioned Alder about the advice he was given as a small child. Alder seemed to be confused by this, and then contradicted the original advice he gave Trip by stating that becoming the strongest was not the most important part of battling. Trip then left in anger, telling Ash he would continue on the path he believes in.
 
Later, Alder stopped a {{p|Gigalith}} that was on a rampage with his bare hands, removed a nail from its foot that had been causing it pain and fed it some minerals, making it so thankful that it even saved [[Officer Jenny]] from being crushed under a falling monument.
 
Alder also seems to have a crush on girls such as [[Nurse Joy]] and [[Officer Jenny]], much like {{an|Brock}}, and has been seen flirting with them, to the point that Officer Jenny threatened to arrest him.
 
He appeared in a flashback in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.
 
Alder appeared again in ''[[BW090|Jostling for the Junior Cup!]]'', as one of the hosts of the [[Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup]] alongside [[Freddy O'Martian]]. This episode also shows him flirting with [[Cynthia]]. The winner of the tournament would be given the opportunity to have a battle with him. As Trip won the tournament in ''[[BW092|Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three!]]'' by defeating Ash, he got the right the battle Alder. In their battle, [[Trip's Serperior]] was shown to be strong, but once {{p|Bouffalant}}'s Ability was activated, it knocked him out. Then, after talking to Trip and petting his Serperior he was shown along with Cynthia, [[Caitlin]] and Freddy O'Martian talking to the competitors and saying their goodbyes. 
 
===Pokémon===
{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alder
|trainer=Alder
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|vajp=Kenta Miyake
|vajp=Kenta Miyake
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|vaen=Bill Rogers
|desc=Alder's Bouffalant was shown in a battle during Trip's childhood. Bouffalant was shown battling a {{p|Herdier}} where it easily won using Head Charge. After the battle Alder gave some Pokémon food to Trip and let Trip feed Bouffalant.
|desc=Bouffalant debuted in a flashback of Trip's childhood in ''[[BW031|Ash and Trip's Third Battle!]]'', where it easily defeated a {{p|Herdier}} by using Head Charge. After the battle, Alder gave some [[Pokémon food]] to Trip in order to feed it.


Bouffalant appeared again in ''[[BW052|Ash Versus the Champion!]]'', where Alder sent it to battle with Ash's {{p|Pikachu}}. However, it was given no commands as Pikachu hit it with {{m|Thunderbolt|all}} {{m|Quick Attack|of}} {{m|Iron Tail|his}} {{m|Electro Ball|attacks}}, one after another, and finally it frustratingly turned to Alder, who was shown to have fallen asleep. Due to this, when Alder told Bouffalant to attack, it attacked him instead of Pikachu. Alder then offered it an apple as an apology. Later Alder sent Bouffalant out to face the rampaging Gigalith, but then decided to handle the situation himself.
In ''[[BW052|Ash Versus the Champion!]]'', Alder sent Bouffalant out to battle [[Ash's Pikachu]]. However, it was given no commands, and Pikachu hit it with all of his attacks. Frustrated, it then turned to Alder, who had fallen asleep. Due to this, when Alder told Bouffalant to attack, it attacked him instead of Pikachu. Alder then offered it an apple as an apology. Later, Alder sent Bouffalant out to face the rampaging Gigalith, but he then decided to handle the situation himself.


It appeared in a fantasy in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.
It reappeared in a fantasy in ''[[BW069|Climbing the Tower of Success!]]''.


In ''[[BW092|Ash, Iris and Trip: Then There Were Three!]]'', Bouffalant appeared again in a battle against [[Trip's Serperior]], and continuing that battle in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', it was revealed to have the [[Ability]] Sap Sipper, rendering Serperior's {{m|SolarBeam}} useless. Although Bouffalant was sent flying by Serperior's {{m|Dragon Tail}}, it recovered quickly and defeated its opponent with Head Charge.
In ''[[BW092|Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!]]'', Bouffalant was used in a battle against [[Trip's Serperior]], and continuing that battle in ''[[BW093|Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!]]'', it was revealed to have the [[Ability]] Sap Sipper, rendering Serperior's {{m|Solar Beam}} useless. Although Bouffalant was sent flying by Serperior's {{m|Dragon Tail}}, it recovered quickly and defeated its opponent with Head Charge.


Bouffalant's only known move is {{m|Head Charge}} and its Ability is {{a|Sap Sipper}}.}}
Bouffalant's only known move is {{m|Head Charge}}, and its Ability is {{a|Sap Sipper}}.}}


===Voice actors===
====Pokémon League====
Alder has competed in the following [[Pokémon League Conference]]s:
* [[Unova League]] - Champion (prior to ''[[BW001|In the Shadow of Zekrom!]]'' until sometime before ''[[JN065|Thrash of the Titans!]]'')
 
====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{alder color}}|bordercolor={{alder color light}}
{{vatable|color={{alder color}}|bordercolor={{alder color light}}
|cs=Ladislav Cigánek
|cs=Ladislav Cigánek
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|da=Michael Hasselflug
|da=Michael Hasselflug
|en=[[Scottie Ray]]
|en=[[Scottie Ray]]
|no=Simen Sand
|es_la=Andrés García
|es_la=Andrés García
|es_eu=Miguel Zúñiga
|es_eu=Miguel Zúñiga
|pt_br=Zeca Rodrigues}}
|fi=Markus Bäckman
|pt_br=Guilherme Lopes ([[BW031]])<br>Zeca Rodrigues
|pl=Piotr Bąk<br>Leszek Zduń ([[BW069]])
|vi=Trí Luân}}
 
===Pokémon Evolutions===
[[File:Alder Evolutions.png|thumb|250px|Alder in [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
Alder appeared in a flashback in ''[[PE04|The Plan]]'', where he and his {{p|Volcarona}} battled [[N]] and his {{p|Zekrom}}. While trying to talk N out of his brainwashing by [[Ghetsis]], he briefly got the upper hand in battle, but eventually lost, begging N not to separate people and Pokémon.
 
====Pokémon====
{{TrainerPoké
|trainer=Alder
|pkmn=Volcarona
|type1=Bug
|type2=Fire
|img=Alder Volcarona Evolutions.png
|epnum=PE04
|epname=The Plan
|desc={{p|Volcarona}} is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle [[N]] and lost to his {{p|Zekrom}} after a hard battle.
 
Volcarona's only known move is {{m|Fiery Dance}}.}}
 
====Voice actors====
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|ja=間宮康弘 ''[[Yasuhiro Mamiya]]''
|en=Andrew Eales
|pt_br=Bruno Rocha
|es_la=Andrés García
|es_eu=Damián Alonso
}}
 
===GOTCHA!===
Alder briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].


==In the manga==
==In the manga==
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Alder Adventures.png|thumb|180px|Alder in Pokémon Adventures]]
[[File:Alder Adventures.png|thumb|300px|Alder in Pokémon Adventures]]
Alder first appears in [[Pokémon Adventures]] along with the Elite Four when {{adv|Black}} expresses his desire to defeat them. Sometime later, he is seen riding his {{p|Bouffalant}} on the water in an unknown location. Later, he arrives at his destination, [[Nimbasa City]], and finds [[Marshal]] there waiting for him. They go to the [[Battle Subway]] for an event and begin battling each other. Despite Marshal seemingly gaining the upper hand, Alder manages to defeat him. Afterward, Alder decides to have fun with some Pokémon, showing how he can connect with them regardless of their beauty or strength.
====={{MangaArc|Black & White}}=====
Alder debuted in ''[[PS463|A Nickname for Tepig]]'', where he was featured in {{adv|Black}}'s imagination when he voiced his desired to conquer the {{un|Pokémon League}}.
 
He physically debuted in ''[[PS485|Gigi's Choice]]'', where he met [[Marshal]] at [[Nimbasa City]]. They went to meet the Mayor of Nimbasa City and battled to test the newly-created [[Battle Subway]] while waiting for him to arrive. Annoyed the mayor hadn't come even after their battle was finished, Alder went to take a break and play with the [[wild Pokémon]] outside. After returning a day later, Alder found out the mayor arrived while he was away, much to his annoyance. When {{adv|Black}} and {{adv|White}} mocked him for slacking off, Alder claimed he was actually on a spiritual journey.
 
In ''[[PS508|The Lesson Ends Here]]'', Alder and Marshal walked together on {{rt|6|Unova}}, the latter requesting that Alder reconsider stepping down from the position of Pokémon League Champion. They were interrupted by the King of [[Team Plasma]], {{adv|N}}, who insulted the League and challenged Alder to a [[Double Battle]]. Despite Alder's strength, he was eventually defeated by N, who didn't need to use the power of the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Zekrom}}.
 
After his defeat, Alder vanished and left the [[Elite Four]] to handle the Pokémon League. Team Plasma used N's victory to justify their goal, increasing the amount of released Pokémon and lowering the number of Pokémon League spectators.
 
====={{MangaArc|Black 2 & White 2}}=====
At some point, [[Iris]] succeeded Alder as Unova Champion.
 
In ''[[PS545|Deduction Time]]'', Alder, Iris and [[Gorm]] worked together to break out of the [[White Treehollow]], which had been frozen solid by Team Plasma's flying ship, the [[Plasma Frigate]]. The three then set off to join [[Marlon]] and launch a counterattack against Team Plasma.


Later, Alder confronted [[N]], who had gained control of Zekrom to realize his ideal world of Pokémon and humans being separated. Though he managed to defeat N's first two Pokémon, Alder is defeated, all without N needing to use Zekrom. After his defeat, Alder disappeared, and left the Pokémon League to be handled by the Elite Four. Team Plasma uses N's victory over Alder to justify their goal, which only increased the amount of released Pokémon and lowered the number of Pokémon League spectators.
In ''[[PS547|The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition]]'', {{adv|Whitley}} and N encountered Alder on the Plasma Frigate. Alder revealed that he and {{adv|Looker}} had been battling [[Ghetsis]], but the latter managed to escape and hide himself. N managed to find Ghetsis, but an explosion tore the Plasma Frigate apart, sending everyone flying. Alder and the others escaped to safety on Black's {{DL|Tao trio (Adventures)|Reshiram}}, but the Plasma Frigate ended up crashing into the abandoned [[N's Castle]], setting the building on fire and putting the liberated Pokémon Team Plasma left behind in danger. With a combination of {{m|Fire Pledge|Fire}}, {{m|Grass Pledge|Grass}}, and {{m|Water Pledge}}, Black and the others successfully doused the flames.
 
In ''[[PS548|Epilogue: Graduation Ceremony]]'', Alder attended the [[Aspertia City]] [[Pokémon academy|Trainers' School]] graduation ceremony, where he watched [[Benga]] and his classmates graduate.


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
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|type1=Normal
|type1=Normal
|img=Alder Bouffalant Adventures.png
|img=Alder Bouffalant Adventures.png
|epnum=ABW25
|epnum=PS485
|epname=Gigi's Choice
|epname=Gigi's Choice
|desc={{p|Bouffalant}} is Alder's first known Pokémon. It was first seen carrying its Trainer over the water to take him to Nimbasa City. Later, it sparred with Alder while having some fun. It also was used to battle N's Darmanitan and Archeops where it managed to defeat the former before being defeated later on.  
|desc={{p|Bouffalant}} is Alder's first known Pokémon. It was first seen carrying its Trainer over the water to take him to [[Nimbasa City]]. Later, it sparred with Alder while having some fun. It also was used to battle N's {{p|Darmanitan}} and {{p|Archeops}}, where it managed to defeat the former before being defeated later on.


Bouffalant's known moves are {{m|Head Charge}} and {{m|Megahorn}}.}}
Bouffalant's known moves are {{m|Head Charge}} and {{m|Megahorn}}, and its Ability is {{a|Reckless}}.}}


{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
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|type1=Bug
|type1=Bug
|img=Alder Accelgor Adventures.png
|img=Alder Accelgor Adventures.png
|epnum=ABW26
|epnum=PS486
|epname=Unraveling Mysteries
|epname=Unraveling Mysteries
|desc={{p|Accelgor}} is Alder's second known Pokémon. It was used to battle Marshal at the Battle Subway and defeated his {{p|Mienshao}}. Later, it fought N near Icirrus but was defeated by the combined power of Zorua's Illusions and Gigi.
|desc={{p|Accelgor}} is Alder's second known Pokémon. It was used to battle Marshal at the Battle Subway, where it defeated his {{p|Mienshao}}. Later, it fought N on Route 6 but was defeated by the combined power of {{TP|N|Zorua}}'s Illusions and [[Gigi]].


Accelgor's known moves are {{m|Double Team}} and {{m|Acid Spray}}.}}
Accelgor's known moves are {{m|Double Team}} and {{m|Acid Spray}}, and its Ability is {{a|Sticky Hold}}.}}


{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
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|type2=Steel
|type2=Steel
|img=Alder Escavalier Adventures.png
|img=Alder Escavalier Adventures.png
|epnum=Black & White chapter (Adventures)
|epnum=PS508
|epname=Black & White chapter
|epname=The Lesson Ends Here
|desc={{p|Escavalier}} is Alder's third known Pokémon. It was used to battle N along with Bouffalant where it managed to defeat his Darmanitan before being defeated later on.
|desc={{p|Escavalier}} is Alder's third known Pokémon. It was used to battle N along with Bouffalant, where it managed to defeat his {{p|Darmanitan}} before being defeated later on.


Escavalier's only known move is {{m|Twineedle}}.}}
Escavalier's only known move is {{m|Twineedle}} and its Ability is {{a|Swarm}}.}}


{{TrainerPoké
{{TrainerPoké
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|type1=Ice
|type1=Ice
|img=Alder Vanilluxe Adventures.png
|img=Alder Vanilluxe Adventures.png
|epnum=Black & White chapter (Adventures)
|img_size=120px
|epname=Black & White chapter
|epnum=PS508
|desc={{p|Vanilluxe}} is Alder's fourth known Pokémon. It was used to battle N near Icirrus but was defeated.
|epname=The Lesson Ends Here
|desc={{p|Vanilluxe}} is Alder's fourth known Pokémon. It was used to battle {{adv|N}} on Route 6 but was defeated.


None of Vanilluxe's moves are known.}}
None of Vanilluxe's moves are known.}}


===In the Pocket Monsters BW manga===
In ''[[PS548|Epilogue: Graduation Ceremony]]'', it was revealed that Alder had one other Pokémon that died due to illness.
[[File:Alder PMBW.png|thumb|Alder in Pocket Monsters BW]]
 
Alder has appeared in the {{OBP|Pocket Monsters BW|Kosaku Anakubo}} manga.
===Pocket Monsters BW===
[[File:Alder PMBW.png|thumb|200px|Alder in Pocket Monsters BW]]
Alder appeared in {{OBP|Pocket Monsters BW|Kosaku Anakubo}}.
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===In the Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder manga===
===Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder===
[[File:Alder FAT.png|thumb|right|Alder in Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder]]
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Alder appears in the [[Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder]] manga as a man with multiple personalities who describes himself as a burning man. He is first shown in shadow at the Pokémon League destroyed by {{p|Zekrom}}, as N declares that he is next, having defeated all the Elite 4. On a news broadcast some time later about N's conquest of [[Unova]], he is reported missing. Calling himself an old man passing by, he throws Shin into a {{p|Trubbish}} dump to ask him to look for a very important thing with a (Japanese: ア) written on it that he has lost.
[[File:Alder FAT.png|thumb|200px|Alder in Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder]]
Alder appears in [[Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder]]. He is a man with multiple personalities and describes himself as a burning man. He first appears in shadow at the Pokémon League destroyed by {{p|Zekrom}}, as N declares that he is next, having defeated all of the members of the [[Elite Four]]. On a news broadcast some time later about N's conquest of [[Unova]], he is reported missing. Calling himself an old man passing by, he throws Shin into a {{p|Trubbish}} dump to ask him to look for a very important thing with a (Japanese: ア) written on it that he has lost.


He declares that Shin cannot beat N and then abandons Shin to watch him battle from a nearby rooftop. While Shin is battling, he randomly finds a [[Hyper Potion]] with a written on it hidden in his {{p|Emboar}}'s tail, which Alder claims is his present to Shin. After the battle ends, Shin asks who he is, and he reveals he is Champion of Unova, that he has known who Shin is all along, and that Shin should have the legendary Pokémon, {{p|Reshiram}}.
He declares that Shin cannot beat N and then abandons Shin to watch him battle from a nearby rooftop. While Shin is battling, he randomly finds a [[Hyper Potion]] with a written on it hidden in his {{p|Emboar}}'s tail, which Alder claims is his present to Shin. After the battle ends, Shin asks who he is, and he reveals he is Champion of Unova, that he has known who Shin is all along, and that Shin should have the legendary Pokémon, {{p|Reshiram}}.
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|epnum=FAT4
|epname=Get the Legendary Pokémon!
|epname=Get the Legendary Pokémon!
|desc={{p|Volcarona}} is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle Shin at the [[Relic Castle]], defeating and then being defeated by Shin's {{p|Emboar}}. Alder claims it to be flawless with its perfect attacks and perfect defense, and each of its six wings can separately release and manipulate its own flame to create a cage of fire.
|desc={{p|Volcarona}} is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle Shin at the [[Relic Castle]], defeating and then being defeated by Shin's {{p|Emboar}}. Alder claims it to be flawless with its perfect attacks and defense, and each of its six wings can separately release and manipulate its own flame to create a cage of fire.


Volcarona's known moves are {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Quiver Dance}} and {{m|Fire Spin}}.}}
Volcarona's known moves are {{m|Flamethrower}}, {{m|Quiver Dance}}, and {{m|Fire Spin}}.}}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* In the Japanese version of Pokémon Black and White, Alder speaks in old-fashioned Japanese.
[[File:Alder's possible ancestor.png|thumb|250px|A portrait of the man who resembles Alder in [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]]]]
* Alder is the only regional Champion that is first battled after the main storyline is completed. This is due to [[Team Plasma]]'s activities, preventing the battle the player would have with Alder after beating the Elite Four.
* In the Japanese version of {{game|Black and White|s}}, Alder speaks in old-fashioned Japanese.
* While he does not state that he specializes in any specific type, three of his six Pokémon are {{type|Bug}} in the teams he uses outside of the Pokémon World Tournament.
* Alder is the only regional {{pkmn|Champion}} who is not battled during the main story. This is due to [[Team Plasma]]'s activities, which are preventing the battle the {{player}} would have with Alder after beating the Elite Four for the first time.
* Alder is the only regional Champion who is revealed to be Champion before the {{player}} challenges him in the Pokémon League.
* While he does not state that he specializes in any specific [[type]], three of his six Pokémon are {{type|Bug}} in the teams he uses outside of the Pokémon World Tournament.
* Alder is the only Champion to not use any Pokémon outside of the generation he was introduced in.
* Alder is the only Champion to exclusively use Pokémon that were introduced in the same generation as himself in all of his in-game appearances.
* In the Pokémon World Tournament, Alder uses one Pokémon representing each of the Unova Elite Four. He has a {{p|Chandelure}} for [[Shauntal]], a {{p|Krookodile}} for [[Grimsley]], a {{p|Reuniclus}} for [[Caitlin]], and a {{p|Conkeldurr}} for [[Marshal]].
* In the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], Alder uses one Pokémon representing each of the {{DL|Elite Four|Unova Elite Four}}: a {{p|Chandelure}} for [[Shauntal]], a {{p|Krookodile}} for [[Grimsley]], a {{p|Reuniclus}} for [[Caitlin]], and a {{p|Conkeldurr}} for [[Marshal]].
* According to ''Pokémon Dream'' magazine, Alder was originally going to have a more "Christ-like" design.
* Alder shares his battle theme with three other characters ([[Ingo]], [[Emmet]], and [[Benga]]), more than any other Champion.
* Alder shares his battle theme with three other characters—[[Ingo]], [[Emmet]] and [[Benga]]—more than any other Champion.
* In {{game|Black and White|s|4=2}}, due to an oversight, if the player talks to Alder after battling [[Hugh]] in [[Floccesy Ranch]] and before finding the lost {{p|Herdier}}, he will say that the player needs to give Hugh their [[Town Map]], which the player already did.
<!--* Shown in his artwork, Alder carries at least nine Poké Balls with him due to him not understanding the [[Pokémon Storage System]].-->
* The reason Alder carries more than six {{i|Poké Ball}}s with him is because, according to an interview with [[Yusuke Ohmura]] and [[Ken Sugimori]] in a 2010 article of the Japanese magazine "Nintendo Dream", he never figured out how to operate the [[Pokémon Storage System]].
* In the {{pkmn|anime}}, Alder is the only Champion, current or former, who was never seen losing an onscreen {{pkmn|battle}}.
* {{p|Volcarona}}, Alder's signature Pokémon in the games, has not been confirmed to be a part of his [[Party|team]] in the main anime, although it has appeared in the [[Pokémon Evolutions]] miniseries.
* In [[Pokémon Legends: Arceus]], a portrait of a man who resembles Alder is found within houses at both the [[Diamond Settlement]] and [[Pearl Settlement]]. The relationship between the two, if any, is unknown.
* In {{g|Masters EX}}, {{mas|Marshal}} reveals that Alder is the oldest Unovan Champion in history.<ref>Marshal: "''I have a master. Alder is his name. He is the oldest Champion in Unovan history, and he represents what I aim to achieve!''"</ref>


==Names==
==Names==
{| class="roundy" style="background: #{{alder color light}}; border: 3px solid #{{alder color}}"
{| class="roundy" style="background:#{{alder color light}}; border:3px solid #{{alder color}}"
|- style="text-align:center"
|-
! style="{{roundytl|5px}}" | Language
! Language
! Name
! Name
! style="{{roundytr|5px}}" | Origin
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Japanese
| Japanese
| アデク ''Adeku''
| アデク ''Adeku''
| From アデク ''adeku'', ''Syzygium buxifolium''.
| From アデク ''adeku'' ({{wp|List of Syzygium species|boxleaf eugenia}}), a host plant to various species of moth larvae
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| English
| English, Brazilian Portuguese
| Alder
| Alder
| Possibly from {{wp|Acronicta alni|alder moth}}, which makes a reference to his {{p|Volcarona}}. May also be from {{wp|alder}}, whose leaves are consumed by numerous species of butterflies and moths. The name origin of alder and its Latin name ''Alnus'' are also from the Proto-Indo-European root ''el-'' (red, brown). {{wp|Alnus rubra|Red alder}} is also one of the largest species of the ''Alnus'' genus. Also from the word "{{wp|alderman}}", a person elected by other councilors, which Alder was (he was assigned as Champion).
| From ''{{wp|alder}}'', ''{{wp|Acronicta alni|alder moth}}'', and ''{{wp|alderman}}''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Lauro
| From the genus ''{{wp|Laurus}}'', possibly a reference to the {{wp|laurel wreath}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Spanish
| Mirto
| From ''mirto'' ({{wp|Myrtus|myrtle}}), possibly a reference to the myrtle wreath or the {{wp|Myrtaceae|family}} that contains the boxleaf eugenia
|- style="background:#FFF"
| French
| French
| Goyah
| Goyah
| Possibly from ゴーヤー ''goya'', a name for the {{wp|bitter melon}}.
| From ''goyavier'' ({{wp|Psidium guajava|guava}})
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Lauro
| Likely from ''{{wp|Laurus}}''. May also be a reference to the {{wp|laurel wreath}}.
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Italian
| Italian
| Nardo
| Nardo
| Possibly from ''Nardostachys'' ({{wp|spikenard}}).
| From ''nardo'' ({{wp|Nardostachys jatamansi|spikenard}})
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Korean
| 노간주 ''No Ganju''
| From 노간주나무 ''noganjunamu'' ({{wp|Juniperus rigida|temple juniper}}) and 노 (老) ''no'' (elder)
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 阿戴克 ''Ādàikè''
| rowspan="2" | Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| 阿戴克 ''Ádaaihāk''
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Spanish
| Thai
| Mirto
| อาเดคุ ''Adeku''
| From mirto, ''{{wp|Myrtus}}'' (myrtle). In {{wp|ancient Greece}}, myrtle crowns were given to champions who accomplished a deed without violence, such as Olympic champions. The Syzygium buxifolium is also from the same family as the myrtle plant (Myrtaceae).
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Korean
| 노간주<br>''No&nbsp;Ganju''
| Possibly from 노 (老 ''no''), aged or experienced, and 노간주나무 ''Noganjunamu'' ({{wp|Juniperus rigida|Temple Juniper}}).
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF;"
| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| Vietnamese
| 阿戴克<br>''Ā&nbsp;Dàikè''
| Adeku
| Transliteration of his Japanese name.
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}
|}
==See also==
* [[a:Category:Alder|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
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Alder
アデク Adeku
Black White Alder.png
Artwork from Black and White
Gender Male
Eye color Purple
Hair color Red and orange
Hometown Floccesy Town
Region Unova
Relatives Benga (grandson)
Trainer class ChampionBW
Pokémon TrainerB2W2
Generation V
Games Black and White, Black 2 and White 2, Masters EX
Champion of Pokémon League (Unova)
Game animation debut The Plan
English voice actor Unknown (Masters EX)
Andrew Eales (Evolutions)
Japanese voice actor Masaki Terasoma[1] (Masters EX)
Yasuhiro Mamiya (Evolutions)
Anime debut Ash and Trip's Third Battle!
English voice actor Scottie Ray
Japanese voice actor Unshō Ishizuka

Alder (Japanese: アデク Adeku) is the Champion of the Unova region's Pokémon League in Pokémon Black and White.

In the core series games

In Pokémon Black and White, Alder appears as the wandering Champion of Unova. The player first meets him on Route 5, where he is seen with Cheren. The two are discussing Cheren's ambitions and goals as a Trainer—at this point, Cheren is aiming to be the Champion of Unova. Alder appears at several points in the game to help the player put a stop to the plans of Team Plasma, making appearances at Relic Castle and N's Castle.

Uniquely for a Champion, Alder cannot be battled the first time the player challenges the Pokémon League. By the time the player is ready to challenge him, Alder has already been defeated by N. The player must then battle N, putting each other's beliefs on the line to determine the future of Unova.

In the past, Alder's first partner Pokémon died of illness, and in despair over not being able to save it, he began traveling around aimlessly. Before his partner's death, the two of them madly pursued strength, much like Cheren did. The Pokémon's death changed Alder's outlook on life. The identity of this Pokémon is never mentioned in Black and White, but dialogue in Black 2 and White 2 reveals that Alder's late partner was a Larvesta that evolved into Volcarona.[2]

Ghetsis suggests that Alder may not have actually won the title of Champion, instead being requested by the Pokémon League to take the position. It is said that Alder instructed the Elite Four to look after Unova as he traveled around the region.

In Pokémon Black and White 2, former Opelucid City Gym Leader Iris has become the region's Champion. Alder will again assist the player at various points of the game, and he is based in his hometown of Floccesy Town this time. A woman in the Trainers' School notes that Alder had refused to work at the school because it is the era of young people. After defeating Iris, the player can return to Floccesy Town and accept Alder's request for a battle. If victorious, the player will be able to battle in the Black TowerB2/White TreehollowW2. Alder's grandson Benga is known to train there.

As a former Champion, Alder participates in the Champions Tournament at the Pokémon World Tournament.

Pokémon

Pokémon Black and White



Pokémon Black 2 and White 2

Floccesy Town



Pokémon World Tournament

Alder uses three of these Pokémon in Single Battles, four in Double and Rotation Battles, and all six in Triple Battles. He will always lead with his signature Pokémon, Volcarona.



Deceased

Spr 5b2 637.png
Larvesta → Volcarona


In the spin-off games

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Alder (Masters)

Alder, as a retired Champion, forms a sync pair with Volcarona in Pokémon Masters EX. Alder became a playable sync pair on November 6, 2020.

Sync Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role Base Potential Availability
#108 VSAlder Masters.png Alder #0637 MastersIcon0637.png Volcarona
Bug
BugIC Masters.png
Rock
RockIC Masters.png
Masters Special Strike.png ★★★★★☆EX Poké Fair Sync Pair Scout

Gallery

Sprites

Spr BW Alder.png Spr B2W2 Alder.png Alder OD.png VSAlder.png
Sprite from
Black and White
Sprite from
Black 2 and White 2
Overworld sprite from
Generation V
VS sprite from
Generation V

Quotes

Main article: Alder/Quotes

In the anime

Main series

Pokémon the Series: Black & White

Alder in the anime

Alder debuted in Ash and Trip's Third Battle!, during a flashback of Trip's childhood. He was battling a Trainer in the middle of a town with his Bouffalant as Trip watched in awe. After the battle ended, the Champion approached the child and allowed him to pet and feed Bouffalant. He asked Trip what his goal was, and Trip replied that it was to be Champion. Impressed, Alder inspired Trip to train hard when he got older, and promised that he would be waiting to challenge Trip someday. Trip sealed the promise with a confident handshake.

Alder physically debuted in Ash Versus the Champion!. Ash and Trip met him on Route 5, and upon meeting them, he referred to them as Ashton (Japanese: サンタロ Santaro) and Tristan (Japanese: シュータロ Shootaro), respectively. He wished to battle both of them in a two-on-one battle, but Trip refused to battle alongside Ash, so Alder settled for battling them one at a time. Trip allowed Ash to go first, thinking that being quickly defeated by the Champion would do him good.

During the battle, Alder just stood calmly and allowed his Bouffalant to take multiple attacks from Ash's Pikachu. Ash and his friends then realized Alder was actually sleeping while standing up. Trip woke Alder, while Bouffalant expressed its embarrassment and disappointment in its Trainer. After explaining why he was asleep, Alder commanded Bouffalant to use Head Charge, but Bouffalant was still angry with him and slow to respond. In order to persuade Bouffalant to quit wasting time and attack, Alder slapped its rump, sending it charging. Bouffalant stampeded towards Pikachu, but it stopped quickly, made a U-turn, and attacked Alder instead.

Afterwards, much to Trip's disappointment, and despite his Bouffalant still being fit to battle, Alder conceded defeat to Ash and decided he was finished battling for the day. Trip then questioned Alder about the advice he was given as a child. Alder seemed to be confused by this and then contradicted the original advice he gave to Trip by saying becoming the strongest was not the most important part of battling. Trip immediately left in anger, telling Ash he would continue on the path he believed in.

Alder flirting with Cynthia

Later, Alder stopped a Gigalith that was on a rampage with his bare hands. Afterwards, he removed a nail from its foot that had been causing it pain and fed it some minerals, making it so thankful that it even saved Officer Jenny from being crushed under a falling monument.

He appeared in a flashback in Climbing the Tower of Success!.

Alder awarding Trip the Junior Cup

In Jostling for the Junior Cup!, Alder was one of the hosts of the Pokémon World Tournament Junior Cup alongside Freddy O'Martian. The winner of the tournament would be given the opportunity to have a battle with him. In Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!, Trip won the tournament by defeating Ash, and as such, he got the right the battle Alder. In their battle, although Trip's Serperior was shown to be strong, it was no match to Bouffalant. Then, after talking to Trip and petting his Serperior, he was shown along with Cynthia, Caitlin, and Freddy O'Martian, talking to the competitors and saying their goodbyes.

He made a cameo appearance in the ending credits of Genesect and the Legend Awakened.

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

In Thrash of the Titans!, Iris was confirmed to be the current Champion of the Unova League, indicating that Alder no longer holds the title.

In The Fiery Road to Mastership!, Alder was shown watching Iris's Masters Eight Tournament match against Cynthia. During said match, Iris mentioned her Haxorus having finished the battle that made her Champion, likely indicating she defeated Alder to earn her title.

Character

Characterized as strong and wise, Alder is respected as the Unova League Champion. He pays particular attention to children, hoping to inspire them to become Trainers. Alder is also reckless, often leaping into action to save the day like in Ash Versus the Champion!, where he approached a rampaging Gigalith.

In his spare time, Alder is typically carefree and relaxed. This extends to the point where he has a habit of sleeping and forgetting things. Much like Brock, he often flirts with women such as Nurse Joy, Officer Jenny, and Cynthia.

Pokémon

This listing is of Alder's known Pokémon in the anime:

Alder's Bouffalant
Bouffalant
Bouffalant debuted in a flashback of Trip's childhood in Ash and Trip's Third Battle!, where it easily defeated a Herdier by using Head Charge. After the battle, Alder gave some Pokémon food to Trip in order to feed it.

In Ash Versus the Champion!, Alder sent Bouffalant out to battle Ash's Pikachu. However, it was given no commands, and Pikachu hit it with all of his attacks. Frustrated, it then turned to Alder, who had fallen asleep. Due to this, when Alder told Bouffalant to attack, it attacked him instead of Pikachu. Alder then offered it an apple as an apology. Later, Alder sent Bouffalant out to face the rampaging Gigalith, but he then decided to handle the situation himself.

It reappeared in a fantasy in Climbing the Tower of Success!.

In Ash, Iris, and Trip: Then There Were Three!, Bouffalant was used in a battle against Trip's Serperior, and continuing that battle in Goodbye, Junior Cup - Hello Adventure!, it was revealed to have the Ability Sap Sipper, rendering Serperior's Solar Beam useless. Although Bouffalant was sent flying by Serperior's Dragon Tail, it recovered quickly and defeated its opponent with Head Charge.

Bouffalant's only known move is Head Charge, and its Ability is Sap Sipper.

Debut Ash and Trip's Third Battle!
Voice actors
Japanese Kenta Miyake
English Bill Rogers

Pokémon League

Alder has competed in the following Pokémon League Conferences:

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 石塚運昇 Unshō Ishizuka
English Scottie Ray
Czech Ladislav Cigánek
Danish Michael Hasselflug
Finnish Markus Bäckman
German Gerhard Jilka
Norwegian Simen Sand
Polish Piotr Bąk
Leszek Zduń (BW069)
Brazilian Portuguese Guilherme Lopes (BW031)
Zeca Rodrigues
Spanish Latin America Andrés García
Spain Miguel Zúñiga
Vietnamese Trí Luân


Pokémon Evolutions

Alder appeared in a flashback in The Plan, where he and his Volcarona battled N and his Zekrom. While trying to talk N out of his brainwashing by Ghetsis, he briefly got the upper hand in battle, but eventually lost, begging N not to separate people and Pokémon.

Pokémon

Alder's Volcarona
Volcarona
Volcarona is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle N and lost to his Zekrom after a hard battle.

Volcarona's only known move is Fiery Dance.

Debut The Plan

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 間宮康弘 Yasuhiro Mamiya
English Andrew Eales
Brazilian Portuguese Bruno Rocha
Spanish Latin America Andrés García
Spain Damián Alonso


GOTCHA!

Alder briefly appeared in GOTCHA!.

In the manga

Pokémon Adventures

Alder in Pokémon Adventures
Black & White arc

Alder debuted in A Nickname for Tepig, where he was featured in Black's imagination when he voiced his desired to conquer the Pokémon League.

He physically debuted in Gigi's Choice, where he met Marshal at Nimbasa City. They went to meet the Mayor of Nimbasa City and battled to test the newly-created Battle Subway while waiting for him to arrive. Annoyed the mayor hadn't come even after their battle was finished, Alder went to take a break and play with the wild Pokémon outside. After returning a day later, Alder found out the mayor arrived while he was away, much to his annoyance. When Black and White mocked him for slacking off, Alder claimed he was actually on a spiritual journey.

In The Lesson Ends Here, Alder and Marshal walked together on Route 6, the latter requesting that Alder reconsider stepping down from the position of Pokémon League Champion. They were interrupted by the King of Team Plasma, N, who insulted the League and challenged Alder to a Double Battle. Despite Alder's strength, he was eventually defeated by N, who didn't need to use the power of the Legendary Pokémon Zekrom.

After his defeat, Alder vanished and left the Elite Four to handle the Pokémon League. Team Plasma used N's victory to justify their goal, increasing the amount of released Pokémon and lowering the number of Pokémon League spectators.

Black 2 & White 2 arc

At some point, Iris succeeded Alder as Unova Champion.

In Deduction Time, Alder, Iris and Gorm worked together to break out of the White Treehollow, which had been frozen solid by Team Plasma's flying ship, the Plasma Frigate. The three then set off to join Marlon and launch a counterattack against Team Plasma.

In The Final Battle: Crushed Ambition, Whitley and N encountered Alder on the Plasma Frigate. Alder revealed that he and Looker had been battling Ghetsis, but the latter managed to escape and hide himself. N managed to find Ghetsis, but an explosion tore the Plasma Frigate apart, sending everyone flying. Alder and the others escaped to safety on Black's Reshiram, but the Plasma Frigate ended up crashing into the abandoned N's Castle, setting the building on fire and putting the liberated Pokémon Team Plasma left behind in danger. With a combination of Fire, Grass, and Water Pledge, Black and the others successfully doused the flames.

In Epilogue: Graduation Ceremony, Alder attended the Aspertia City Trainers' School graduation ceremony, where he watched Benga and his classmates graduate.

Pokémon

Alder's Bouffalant
Bouffalant
Bouffalant is Alder's first known Pokémon. It was first seen carrying its Trainer over the water to take him to Nimbasa City. Later, it sparred with Alder while having some fun. It also was used to battle N's Darmanitan and Archeops, where it managed to defeat the former before being defeated later on.

Bouffalant's known moves are Head Charge and Megahorn, and its Ability is Reckless.

Debut Gigi's Choice
Alder's Accelgor
Accelgor
Accelgor is Alder's second known Pokémon. It was used to battle Marshal at the Battle Subway, where it defeated his Mienshao. Later, it fought N on Route 6 but was defeated by the combined power of Zorua's Illusions and Gigi.

Accelgor's known moves are Double Team and Acid Spray, and its Ability is Sticky Hold.

Debut Unraveling Mysteries
Alder's Escavalier
Escavalier
Escavalier is Alder's third known Pokémon. It was used to battle N along with Bouffalant, where it managed to defeat his Darmanitan before being defeated later on.

Escavalier's only known move is Twineedle and its Ability is Swarm.

Debut The Lesson Ends Here
Alder's Vanilluxe
Vanilluxe
Vanilluxe is Alder's fourth known Pokémon. It was used to battle N on Route 6 but was defeated.

None of Vanilluxe's moves are known.

Debut The Lesson Ends Here

In Epilogue: Graduation Ceremony, it was revealed that Alder had one other Pokémon that died due to illness.

Pocket Monsters BW

Alder in Pocket Monsters BW

Alder appeared in Pocket Monsters BW.


Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder

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Alder in Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder

Alder appears in Pocket Monsters BW: The Heroes of Fire and Thunder. He is a man with multiple personalities and describes himself as a burning man. He first appears in shadow at the Pokémon League destroyed by Zekrom, as N declares that he is next, having defeated all of the members of the Elite Four. On a news broadcast some time later about N's conquest of Unova, he is reported missing. Calling himself an old man passing by, he throws Shin into a Trubbish dump to ask him to look for a very important thing with a (Japanese: ア) written on it that he has lost.

He declares that Shin cannot beat N and then abandons Shin to watch him battle from a nearby rooftop. While Shin is battling, he randomly finds a Hyper Potion with a written on it hidden in his Emboar's tail, which Alder claims is his present to Shin. After the battle ends, Shin asks who he is, and he reveals he is Champion of Unova, that he has known who Shin is all along, and that Shin should have the legendary Pokémon, Reshiram.

He leads Shin to the Relic Castle in the Desert Resort where he says the Light Stone lies, inside showing him ancient drawings depicting the Hero and his Original Pokémon, and the war between the two brothers. Upon reaching the Light Stone, he attacks Shin with his Volcarona and claims it for himself, saying that he left the Elite Four behind as decoys to take Reshiram for himself, so that he alone will be able to stay in Unova once N cleanses it of people.

Challenging Shin that if he can lay a single finger on the Light Stone he will give it to him, he begins a harsh battle against Shin with his flawless Volcarona. After defeating Shin and trapping him in a cage of fire, he says that Alder is weak for keeping Reshiram all to himself, and breaks through Volcarona's fire cage to grab the Light Stone.

Alder's personality reverts to normal and he says that it was all a trial suggested by N to get the Light Stone to accept him as a hero, and as Shin flies away on Reshiram, Alder suggests that once everything is over they should battle again, claiming that he won't lose again, as he bids farewell to the Hero of Fire.

Pokémon

Alder's Volcarona
Volcarona
Volcarona is Alder's only known Pokémon. It was used to battle Shin at the Relic Castle, defeating and then being defeated by Shin's Emboar. Alder claims it to be flawless with its perfect attacks and defense, and each of its six wings can separately release and manipulate its own flame to create a cage of fire.

Volcarona's known moves are Flamethrower, Quiver Dance, and Fire Spin.

Debut Get the Legendary Pokémon!

Trivia

A portrait of the man who resembles Alder in Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese アデク Adeku From アデク adeku (boxleaf eugenia), a host plant to various species of moth larvae
English, Brazilian Portuguese Alder From alder, alder moth, and alderman
German Lauro From the genus Laurus, possibly a reference to the laurel wreath
Spanish Mirto From mirto (myrtle), possibly a reference to the myrtle wreath or the family that contains the boxleaf eugenia
French Goyah From goyavier (guava)
Italian Nardo From nardo (spikenard)
Korean 노간주 No Ganju From 노간주나무 noganjunamu (temple juniper) and 노 (老) no (elder)
Chinese (Mandarin) 阿戴克 Ādàikè Transcription of his Japanese name
Chinese (Cantonese) 阿戴克 Ádaaihāk
Thai อาเดคุ Adeku Transcription of his Japanese name
Vietnamese Adeku Transcription of his Japanese name

See also

References

  1. Nintendo DREAM (vol. 329)
  2. Alder: "Well done! That was an impressive battle. The spirit of my first partner, Larvesta - no, Volcarona - lives on in my current partners, too! I want to add your strength to their experience as well!"
  3. Marshal: "I have a master. Alder is his name. He is the oldest Champion in Unovan history, and he represents what I aim to achieve!"


Pokémon Champions
Core series BlueLanceRedStevenWallaceCynthiaAlderIrisDianthaTraceLeonMustardPeonyNemonaGeetaKieranDraytonMost player characters
Masters EX BlueLanceRedStevenCynthiaAlderIrisDianthaLeonScottieBettieAshNemonaGeetaCalemSerenaMarnieBedeHopLeafNateRosaSilver
Other
spin-offs
Ronald (TCG GB)Mark (TCG GB)Mint (TCG GB)Glenn (Pokkén)
Anime LanceCynthiaWallaceAlderDianthaStevenAsh KetchumLeonIrisNemonaGeeta
Other animation Blue (Origins)Red (Origins)Calem (Generations)Edgar Troy (PttP)Ava (PttP)
Adventures Professor OakRedSidneyPhoebeGlaciaDrakeStevenWallaceCynthiaAlderIrisDianthaLeonMustardPeonyNemona
Other manga Shigeru (Zensho)Satoshi (Zensho)Rald (Battle Frontier)


Unova League
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Elite Four
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Elite Four
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Elite Four
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Champion
Alder Iris


Non-player characters in the core series games
Unova Professor JuniperMom (BW)Mom (B2W2)CherenBiancaBianca's fatherHughHugh's sisterCedric JuniperFennelAmanita
CilanChiliCressLenoraHawesLoblollyCharlesIrisDraydenAlderBengaCurtisYancyBrycenSabrinaPop Roxie
HilbertHildaNateRosaIngoEmmetCynthiaLookerNColressMorimotoNishinoPokémon Fan Club Chairman
CyranoBriarCarmineKieranKoraidonMiraidonGeetaRikaClavellPerrinSnacksworthSynclaire
Team PlasmaClydeGym Leaders • Elite Four (Unova · BB) • PWT participantsName RaterDay-Care CoupleJudgeMagikarp salesmanSpecial CoachesGuidance counselors


Anime characters
Protagonists Ash Ketchum (Pikachu) • Misty (Togetic) • BrockTracey SketchitMayMaxDawn (Piplup) • Iris (Haxorus) • CilanSerenaClemontBonnie (Dedenne) • LanaKiaweLillieSophoclesMallowRotom PokédexGoh (Grookey)
Rivals GaryRitchieHarrisonDrewHarleyMorrisonTysonSolidadPaulNandoZoeyKennyConwayBarryUrsulaTripBiancaBurgundyStephanGeorgiaCameronAriaAlainMietteTiernoShaunaTrevorNiniSawyerGladionHoracioHauLeonRaihanHoraceBeaLeague Conference participantsCoordinatorsPerformersWorld Coronation Series participants
Antagonists Jessie (Wobbuffet) • JamesMeowthGiovanniButchCassidyDr. NambaMatoriPierceDr. ZagerGozuTabithaMaxieShellyArchieHunter JSaturnCyrusMarsJupiterCharonColressAldithGhetsisBarretMalamarLysandreMableCelosiaAlianaXerosicBryonyTuppZippRappPlumeriaGuzmaVirenRoseOleana
Professors Professor OakProfessor IvyProfessor ElmProfessor BirchProfessor RowanProfessor CarolinaProfessor JuniperDr. FennelCedric JuniperProfessor SycamoreProfessor KukuiProfessor BurnetProfessor CeriseProfessor MagnoliaSoniaProfessor Amaranth
Relatives Delia KetchumDaisyVioletLilyJames's parentsFlintLolaForrestBrock's siblingsNormanCarolineJohannaChiliCressGraceMeyerLana's fatherLana's motherHarper and SarahRangoSimaMimoKiawe's grandfatherMohnLusamineGladionSophocles's parentsMolayneAbeMallow's motherUluWalkerCamilleHalta
Supporting Officer JennyNurse JoyMagikarp salesmanTodd SnapCharles GoodshowCaseyLizaSakuraLanceClairRaoul ContestaMr. SukizoSteven StoneVivian MeridianRobertScottLilian MeridianSolanaBrandonMarianYuzoRhondaCynthiaReggieAngieLookerIzzy and CaraLyraKhouryTobiasDon GeorgeElderAlderLukeFreddy O'MartianIngoEmmetJervisVirgilNAnthea and ConcordiaPorterAlexaSophieCosetteClembotSanpeiMairinAstridDianthaKorrinaGurkinnMonsieur PierrePalermoKeananMalvaSamson OakAnelaHobbesNinaAnnaLakiDanaYansuWickeFabaIlimaAcerolaDiaChloeChrysaRenParkerTaliaLeiDanikaQuillonHopGym LeadersElite FourFrontier BrainsIsland kahunasMany temporary characters
Supporting Pokémon FearowHo-OhSquirtle SquadPink ButterfreeHaunterJigglypuffMewtwoMimeyLapras herdGranbullPichu BrothersLugiaSilverDelibirdWynautLarvitarKyogre and GroudonArticunoDeoxysLake guardiansForces of NatureMeloettaReshiramSuper-ancient PokémonWooperFlorgesSquishyZ2Guardian deitiesBewearToucannon's flockStoutlandOranguruNebbyStuffulUltra BeastsGrandpa ForestNecrozmaLunalaShayminMewRotom PhonesPelipperThievul trioEternatusDrone RotomLegendary heroesLatiasRecurring wild Pokémon
See also: Pokémon Horizons characters


RedClefairyPikachuTogepiTyrogueConkeldurrDedenneChespinFroakie
PM GreenBlueYellowGoldSilver
Professor OakBillBill's wife
BrockMistyLt. SurgeErikaSabrinaKogaBlaineGiovanniLoreleiBrunoAgathaLance
Professor ElmEarlClefairy RangersKurtDJ MaryChairmanKiyo
FalknerBugsyWhitneyMortyJasmineChuckPryceClairWillKaren
PMRS RubySapphireRedBlue
Professor BirchMr. StoneMr. BrineyMaxieTetsuyaRydelRydel's rival
Dr. TakedaScott
NormanRoxanneBrawlyWattson
PMDP DiaKazuki
Professor RowanMarsLookerCharon
Dai FugōOkane Daisukī
RoarkAaron
PMBW BlackBiancaCheren
Professor JuniperNCedric JuniperGhetsis
CilanChiliCressLenoraBurghElesaClaySkylaShauntalMarshalGrimsleyCaitlinAlder
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PMSM HalaLillie


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