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The '''Pokémon Center lady''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ポケモンセンターお{{ruby|姉|ねえ}}さん}}''' ''Pokémon Center lady''), also known as the '''Pokémon Center Nurse''', is an operator of a [[Pokémon Center]]. They facilitate the restoration of {{pkmn|Trainer}}s' {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} to full [[HP]], and usually provide this basic service free of charge.
The '''Pokémon Center lady''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ポケモンセンターお{{ruby|姉|ねえ}}さん}}''' ''Pokémon Center lady''), also known as the '''Pokémon Center Nurse''', is an operator of a [[Pokémon Center]]. They facilitate the restoration of {{pkmn|Trainer}}s' {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} to full [[HP]], and usually provide this basic service free of charge.


Among fans, the Pokémon Center lady is often mistaken for [[Nurse Joy]], her TV series counterpart.
Among fans, the Pokémon Center lady is often mistaken for her counterpart introduced in ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'', [[Nurse Joy]].


In {{game4|SMUSUM}}, they can be battled at the [[Battle Tree]] and [[Battle Royal Dome]] under the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Pokémon Center Lady''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ＰＣおねえさん}}''' ''PC Lady'').
In {{game4|SMUSUM}}, they can be battled at the [[Battle Tree]] and [[Battle Royal Dome]] under the {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} '''Pokémon Center Lady''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ＰＣおねえさん}}''' ''PC Lady'').


==Terminology==
==Terminology==
{{incomplete|section|More terms and sources (if applicables)}}
{{incomplete|section|More terms and sources (if applicable)}}
In the [[Generation I]] and {{gen|II}} games, {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, and {{B2W2}}, they are also referred to as '''receptionists''' (Japanese: '''{{j|うけつけのねーちゃん}}''' ''reception lady'').
In the [[Generation I]] games, {{game|Crystal}}, and {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}, the Pokémon Center ladies are referred to by some [[Non-player character|NPCs]] as '''receptionists''' (Japanese: '''{{j|うけつけのねーちゃん}}'''{{sup/1|RGBY}}{{sup/3|FRLG}} / '''{{j|うけつけのおねえさん}}'''{{sup/2|C}} ''reception lady'').


Their {{DL|Pokémon Trainer|Trainer class}} in {{game4|SMUSUM}} is referred to as "Pokémon Center Lady".  
In {{B2W2}}, they are instead called '''Pokémon Center receptionists''' ('''{{j|ポケモンセンターの{{ruby|受付|うけつけ}}の{{ruby|人|ひと}}}}''' ''Pokémon Center receptionist'').


In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}} and {{g|Sword and Shield}}, there is a set of "Pokémon Center Nurse" [[fashion item]]s.
In the English versions of {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, an old lady on [[Mt. Chimney]] states she used to be a '''Pokémon Center girl'''. The equivalent Japanese name is the same one used for the Pokémon Center lady.
 
The Trainer class in {{game4|SMUSUM}} is formatted as '''Pokémon Center Lady''' in English.
 
In the English versions of {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, there is a set of '''Pokémon Center Nurse''' [[fashion item]]s. They are originally just '''{{j|ポケセン}}''' ''[[Pokémon Center|Pokécen]]'' fashion items in Japanese.


In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, the term "Pokémon Center lady" is used to refer to Pokémon Center operators.
In {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}, the term "Pokémon Center lady" is used to refer to Pokémon Center operators.
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==In the games==
==In the games==
[[File:PokeCenter receptionist FRLG.png|thumb|left|The receptionist can heal the player's Pokémon]]
[[File:Selene USUM Pokemon Center Nurse concept art.jpg|thumb|right|{{ga|Selene}}'s outfit in {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}]]
A Pokémon Center lady operates every Pokémon Center in the [[Pokémon games]] (except the one in [[Po Town]], which was taken by [[Team Skull]]), usually standing behind the counter and beside a machine which is able to heal the {{player}}'s Pokémon to full health.
A Pokémon Center lady operates every Pokémon Center in the [[Pokémon games]] (except the one in [[Po Town]], which was taken by [[Team Skull]]), usually standing behind the counter and beside a machine which is able to heal the {{player}}'s Pokémon to full health.


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In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, the lady in [[Fuchsia City]] has green hair instead of red.
In {{game2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, the lady in [[Fuchsia City]] has green hair instead of red.


In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, a lady named '''Casey''' (Japanese: '''{{j|メディ}}''' ''Medi'') participates in [[Rank (Contest)|Master Rank]] {{pkmn|Super Contest}}s with a Chansey [[nickname]]d '''Pinky''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ちゃんしー}}''' ''Chansey'').
In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, a lady named '''{{DL|Pokémon Super Contest|Casey}}''' (Japanese: '''{{j|メディ}}''' ''Medi'') participates in [[Rank (Contest)|Master Rank]] {{pkmn|Super Contest}}s with a Chansey [[nickname]]d '''Pinky''' (Japanese: '''{{j|ちゃんしー}}''' ''Chansey'').


In {{B2W2}}, the player's {{OBP|mom|Black 2 and White 2}} used to be a Pokémon Center lady, outright stated by her during a [[Xtransceiver]] conversation. She has mentioned working at [[Nimbasa City]] and is implied to have worked at [[Mistralton City]].
In {{B2W2}}, the player's {{OBP|mom|Black 2 and White 2}} used to be a Pokémon Center lady, outright stated by her during a [[Xtransceiver]] conversation. She has mentioned working at [[Nimbasa City]] and is implied to have worked at [[Mistralton City]].


In {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, there is an old lady on [[Mt. Chimney]] stating that she used to be a "Pokémon Center girl".
In {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}, there is an old lady on [[Mt. Chimney]] that states she used to be a "Pokémon Center girl".
 
The Pokémon Center Lady named Perri appears as a Trainer that the player can battle in the [[Battle Tree]] and [[Battle Royal Dome]] in [[Generation VII]]. They don't specialize in any specific type, but they have a preference for pink Pokémon and those with support capabilities. In {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, as the [[player character]], {{ga|Selene}} can wear a Pokémon Center Nurse outfit as part of [[Trainer customization]]. They can obtain the outfit after the credits from the [[GAME FREAK]] offices in [[Heahea City]].


===Pokémon===
===Trainer list===
====Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum====
====Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon====
{{Pokémon/4/Contest
:''See more:''
|costume=yes
:: ''[[List of Battle Royal Dome Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady]]''
|ndex=113
:: ''[[List of Battle Tree Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady]]''
|pokemon=Chansey
|nickname=Pinky
|type1=Normal
|level=?
|gender=female
|move1=Healing Wish|move1cat=Cute|move1app=0
|move2=Fling|move2cat=Tough|move2app=1
|move3=Minimize|move3cat=Cute|move3app=2
|move4=Double-Edge|move4cat=Tough|move4app=0
}}


===Quotes===
===Quotes===
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===Gallery===
===Gallery===
====Artwork====
====Artwork====
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| The lady as seen on a cover of {{color2|fff|Magazines in the Pokémon world#Pokémon Journal|Pokémon Journal}} about the {{color2|fff|Pokémon Center (store)#Past stores|first real-life Pokémon Center in Tokyo}}
| The lady as seen on a cover of {{color2|000|Magazines in the Pokémon world#Pokémon Journal|Pokémon Journal}} about the {{color2|000|Pokémon Center (store)#Past stores|first real-life Pokémon Center in Tokyo}}
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====Sprites====
====Sprites====
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{cute color}}; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:Nurse Joy OD.png]]
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #E84828; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse II OD.png]]
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{HP color dark}}; background: #{{HP color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse Fuchsia II OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #E84828; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse RS OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{HP color dark}}; background: #{{HP color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse RS OD.png]]
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #E84828; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse E OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{HP color dark}}; background: #{{HP color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse E OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #E84828; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse IV OD.png]]
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #E84828; background: #{{power color light}}; width:100px; height:100px"| [[File:PC Nurse OD.png]]
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| {{color2|000|Generation I|Gen I}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|RGB}})
| {{color2|fff|Generation I|Gen I}}<br>({{color2|fff|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}})
| {{color2|000|Generation I|Gen I}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Y}})
| {{color2|fff|Generation II|Gen II}}
| {{color2|000|Generation II|Gen II}}
| {{color2|fff|Generation II|Gen II}}<br>({{color2|fff|Fuchsia City|Fuchsia)}}
| {{color2|000|Generation II|Gen II}}<br>({{color2|000|Fuchsia City|Fuchsia)}}
| {{color2|fff|Generation III|Gen III}}<br>({{color2|fff|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|RS}})
| {{color2|000|Generation III|Gen III}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire Versions|RS}})
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| {{color2|fff|Generation III|Gen III}}<br>({{color2|fff|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}})
| {{color2|000|Generation III|Gen III}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|E}})
| {{color2|fff|Generation IV|Gen IV}}
| {{color2|000|Generation IV|Gen IV}}
| {{color2|fff|Generation V|Gen V}}
| {{color2|000|Generation V|Gen V}}
| VS sprite<br>{{color2|000|Generation VII|Gen VII}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|SM}}{{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|USUM}})
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====Models====
====Models====
{{incomplete|section|Gen VIII and IX}}
{{incomplete|section|SwSh, Let's Go, Paldea, Kitakami}}
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| {{color2|000|Generation VI|Gen VI}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon X and Y|XY}})
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| In-battle model<br>{{color2|fff|Generation VII|Gen VII}}<br>({{color2|fff|Pokémon Sun and Moon|SM}}{{color2|fff|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|USUM}})
| In-battle model<br>{{color2|000|Generation VII|Gen VII}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Sun and Moon|SM}}{{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|USUM}})
| VS model<br>{{color2|fff|Generation VII|Gen VII}}<br>({{color2|fff|Pokémon Sun and Moon|SM}}{{color2|fff|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|USUM}})
| {{color2|000|Generation VIII|Gen VIII}}<br>({{color2|000|Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl|BDSP}})
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===Trainer list===
====Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon====
:''See more:''
:: ''[[List of Battle Royal Dome Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady]]''
:: ''[[List of Battle Tree Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady]]''


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===Main series===
===Main series===
[[File:Nurse Joy JN.png|thumb|266px|[[Nurse Joy]] in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]]]''
{{main|Nurse Joy}}
{{main|Nurse Joy}}
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', Pokémon Centers are run by the Nurse Joys (Japanese: '''ジョーイ''' ''Joy'', referred to as '''ジョーイさん''' ''Joy-{{wp|Japanese honorifics#San|san}}'' by most characters).
In ''[[Pokémon the Series]]'' and ''[[Pokémon Horizons: The Series]]'', Pokémon Centers are run by the Nurse Joys (Japanese: '''{{j|ジョーイ}}''' ''Joy'', referred to as '''{{j|ジョーイさん}}''' ''Joy-{{wp|Japanese honorifics#San|san}}'' by most characters).


In ''[[SM068|Real Life...Inquire Within!]]'', {{ash}} and {{ashcl}} substituted for [[Melemele Island]]'s Nurse Joy as part of a work experience program. During this, versions of the uniform intended for male operators were shown, and were worn by {{an|Kiawe}}, {{an|Sophocles}}, and (after clearing a misunderstanding) Ash as well. The male uniform appeared again in ''[[SM102|Alola, Alola!]]'', worn by {{an|Brock}} while he helped an ailing {{p|Yungoos}} as part of his {{tc|Doctor}} training.
In ''[[SM068|Real Life...Inquire Within!]]'', {{ash}} and {{ashcl}} substituted for [[Melemele Island]]'s Nurse Joy as part of a work experience program. During this, versions of the uniform intended for male operators were shown, and were worn by {{an|Kiawe}}, {{an|Sophocles}}, and (after clearing a misunderstanding) Ash as well. The male uniform appeared again in ''[[SM102|Alola, Alola!]]'', worn by {{an|Brock}} while he helped an ailing {{p|Yungoos}} as part of his {{tc|Doctor}} training.


===Pokémon Origins===
===Pokémon Origins===
Pokémon Center ladies made a couple of appearances during the miniseries, serving the same role as in the games. The first one was seen in [[Viridian City]] in ''[[PO01|File 1: Red]]'', while another one appeared in [[Lavender Town]] in ''[[PO02|File 2: Cubone]]''. Unlike in most other media, such as the [[core series]] games and main series anime, these nurses are different from each other, having different appearances and voices.
Pokémon Center ladies made a couple of appearances during the miniseries, serving the same role as in the games. The first one was seen in [[Viridian City]] in ''[[PO01|File 1: Red]]'', while another one appeared in [[Lavender Town]] in ''[[PO02|File 2: Cubone]]''. Unlike in most other media, such as the [[core series]] games and main TV series, these ladies are different from each other, having different appearances and voices.


===Pokémon Generations===
===Pokémon Generations===
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{{incomplete|section|Alternative names}}
;Pokémon Center Lady
;Pokémon Center Lady
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|zh_yue=ＰＣ姐姐 ''{{tt|PC Jèhjē|PC Lady}}''
|zh_yue=ＰＣ姐姐 ''{{tt|PC Jèhjē|PC Lady}}''
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Pokémon Center lady
ポケモンセンターお姉(ねえ)さん Pokémon Center lady
File:Pokemon center lady and blissey pokemon.jpg
Key artwork by Naoki Saito for the English Pokémon Trainers merchandise line
Gender Female
Hometown Various
Region All regions in the core games (except Hisui), Orre
Generation All generations (core games), III (side series)
Games All core series games (except Legends: Arceus), Colosseum, XD: Gale of Darkness
Anime counterpart Nurse Joy
Counterpart debut Pokémon Emergency!

The Pokémon Center lady (Japanese: ポケモンセンターお姉(ねえ)さん Pokémon Center lady), also known as the Pokémon Center Nurse, is an operator of a Pokémon Center. They facilitate the restoration of Trainers' Pokémon to full HP, and usually provide this basic service free of charge.

Among fans, the Pokémon Center lady is often mistaken for her counterpart introduced in Pokémon the Series, Nurse Joy.

In Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, they can be battled at the Battle Tree and Battle Royal Dome under the Trainer class Pokémon Center Lady (Japanese: ＰＣおねえさん PC Lady).

Terminology

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Please feel free to edit this section to add missing information and complete it.
Reason: More terms and sources (if applicable)

In the Generation I games, Pokémon Crystal, and Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, the Pokémon Center ladies are referred to by some NPCs as receptionists (Japanese: うけつけのねーちゃんRGBYFRLG / うけつけのおねえさんC reception lady).

In Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, they are instead called Pokémon Center receptionists (ポケモンセンターの受付(うけつけ)の人(ひと) Pokémon Center receptionist).

In the English versions of Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, an old lady on Mt. Chimney states she used to be a Pokémon Center girl. The equivalent Japanese name is the same one used for the Pokémon Center lady.

The Trainer class in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon is formatted as Pokémon Center Lady in English.

In the English versions of Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, there is a set of Pokémon Center Nurse fashion items. They are originally just ポケセン Pokécen fashion items in Japanese.

In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the term "Pokémon Center lady" is used to refer to Pokémon Center operators.

In the Pokémon Trading Card Game, there are Pokémon Nurse and Pokémon Center Lady cards.

In the games

The receptionist can heal the player's Pokémon
File:Selene USUM Pokemon Center Nurse concept art.jpg
Selene's outfit in Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon

A Pokémon Center lady operates every Pokémon Center in the Pokémon games (except the one in Po Town, which was taken by Team Skull), usually standing behind the counter and beside a machine which is able to heal the player's Pokémon to full health.

In the Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld '97 demo, the lady at the Pokémon Center in Silent Hill is unable to heal the player's Pokémon due to ongoing maintenance.

In Pokémon Yellow, their appearance was changed to simultaneously reflect the artwork and resemble Nurse Joy as she appears in Kanto, the latter which was reinforced in Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!. They are also all accompanied by Chansey like Nurse Joy.

In Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal, the lady in Fuchsia City has green hair instead of red.

In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, a lady named Casey (Japanese: メディ Medi) participates in Master Rank Super Contests with a Chansey nicknamed Pinky (Japanese: ちゃんしー Chansey).

In Pokémon Black 2 and White 2, the player's mom used to be a Pokémon Center lady, outright stated by her during a Xtransceiver conversation. She has mentioned working at Nimbasa City and is implied to have worked at Mistralton City.

In Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire, there is an old lady on Mt. Chimney that states she used to be a "Pokémon Center girl".

The Pokémon Center Lady named Perri appears as a Trainer that the player can battle in the Battle Tree and Battle Royal Dome in Generation VII. They don't specialize in any specific type, but they have a preference for pink Pokémon and those with support capabilities. In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, as the player character, Selene can wear a Pokémon Center Nurse outfit as part of Trainer customization. They can obtain the outfit after the credits from the GAME FREAK offices in Heahea City.

Trainer list

Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon

See more:
List of Battle Royal Dome Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady
List of Battle Tree Trainers/Pokémon Center Lady

Quotes

Main article: Pokémon Center lady/Quotes

Gallery

Artwork

Pokemon Journal.jpg
The lady as seen on a cover of Pokémon Journal about the first real-life Pokémon Center in Tokyo

Sprites

File:PC Nurse I OD.png Nurse Joy OD.png File:PC Nurse II OD.png File:PC Nurse Fuchsia II OD.png File:PC Nurse RS OD.png File:PC Nurse FRLG OD.png File:PC Nurse E OD.png File:PC Nurse IV OD.png File:PC Nurse OD.png VSPokémon Center Lady.png
Gen I
(RGB) 		Gen I
(Y) 		Gen II Gen II
(Fuchsia) 		Gen III
(RS) 		Gen III
(FRLG) 		Gen III
(E) 		Gen IV Gen V VS sprite
Gen VII
(SMUSUM)

Models

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File:Pokémon Center Lady XY OD.png File:Pokémon Center Lady ORAS OD.png File:Pokémon Center Lady SM OD.png Spr SM Pokémon Center Lady.png File:Pokémon Center Nurse BDSP OD.png
Gen VI
(XY) 		Gen VI
(ORAS) 		Overworld model
Gen VII
(SMUSUM) 		In-battle model
Gen VII
(SMUSUM) 		Gen VIII
(BDSP)

In the anime

Main series

Nurse Joy in Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Main article: Nurse Joy

In Pokémon the Series and Pokémon Horizons: The Series, Pokémon Centers are run by the Nurse Joys (Japanese: ジョーイ Joy, referred to as ジョーイさん Joy-san by most characters).

In Real Life...Inquire Within!, Ash and his classmates substituted for Melemele Island's Nurse Joy as part of a work experience program. During this, versions of the uniform intended for male operators were shown, and were worn by Kiawe, Sophocles, and (after clearing a misunderstanding) Ash as well. The male uniform appeared again in Alola, Alola!, worn by Brock while he helped an ailing Yungoos as part of his Doctor training.

Pokémon Origins

Pokémon Center ladies made a couple of appearances during the miniseries, serving the same role as in the games. The first one was seen in Viridian City in File 1: Red, while another one appeared in Lavender Town in File 2: Cubone. Unlike in most other media, such as the core series games and main TV series, these ladies are different from each other, having different appearances and voices.

Pokémon Generations

Two Pokémon Center ladies from Lumiose City made a brief cameo appearance in The Beauty Eternal, where they were seen during a televised interview with Lysandre. Similar to Pokémon Origins, they have unique designs that differ from one another.

Pokémon Evolutions

A Pokémon Center lady appeared in a cameo in The Champion. Her outfit and appearance is the same as the Pokémon Center ladies in Pokémon Sword and Shield.

In the manga

A Pokémon Center lady in Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

Pokémon Adventures

In Wartortle Wars, a Pokémon Center lady at the Celadon City Pokémon Center healed Red's Pika while Red received a call from Professor Oak.

In Pinsir Changes, a Pokémon Center lady at the Anistar City Pokémon Center was tied up as Essentia disguised as her to steal Y's Xerneas. Her appearance was based on the Pokémon Center lady within the Generation VI games.

The Electric Tale of Pikachu

In addition to Nurse Joy, several generic Pokémon Center ladies appear in The Electric Tale of Pikachu, first appearing in Clefairy Tale. They appear in a wide variety of outfits, which vary from city to city.

Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

A Pokémon Center lady appeared in A Promise Given to Miltank.

In the TCG

A Supporter card called Pokémon Nurse appears in the Expedition Base Set. The art on this card slightly resembles Nurse Joy from the anime, but has blue hair. The nurse appearing on the card also seems to have been based on the games.

A second card, titled Pokémon Center Lady, debuted in the Flashfire expansion, both as a regular print and a Full Art card. Both have illustrations of Pokémon Center ladies from Generation VI.

Pokémon Nurse/Pokémon Center Lady's Pokémon
Cards listed with a blue background are only legal to use in the current Expanded format.
Cards listed with a green background are legal to use in both the current Standard and Expanded formats.
Card Type English
Expansion 		Rarity # Japanese
Expansion 		Rarity #
BlisseyV Colorless Silver Tempest TGV TG22/TG30 VMAX Climax CSR 254/184
Other related cards
Card Type English
Expansion 		Rarity # Japanese
Expansion 		Rarity #
Pokémon Nurse T [Su] Expedition Base Set Uncommon 145/165 Base Expansion Pack Uncommon 058/128
      Venusaur & Lugia ex Deck   028/032
Pokémon Center Lady Su Flashfire Uncommon 93/106 Wild Blaze U 078/080
Flashfire Rare Ultra 105/106 Wild Blaze SR 086/080
Generations Uncommon 68/83 BREAK Starter Pack   070/072
Hidden Fates Uncommon 64/68 Brock of Pewter City Gym Trainer Battle Deck   027/031
Sword & Shield Uncommon 176/202 V Starter Set Grass   021/023
Vivid Voltage Rare Ultra 185/185 S-P Promotional cards   069/S-P
Champion's Path Uncommon 060/073      
 


In other languages

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Pokémon Center Lady
Language Title
Chinese Cantonese ＰＣ姐姐 PC Jèhjē
Mandarin ＰＣ姐姐 PC Jiějie
France Flag.png French Infirmière Pokémon
Germany Flag.png German Center-Schwester
Italy Flag.png Italian Ragazza del CP
South Korea Flag.png Korean 포켓센 아가씨 Poketsen Agassi
Spain Flag.png Spanish Enfermera del CP


Trainer classes in the Pokémon core series
Alola Ace Duo • Ace Trainer • Aether Branch Chief • Aether Foundation • Aether Foundation Employee
Aether President • Athletic Siblings • Backpacker • Beauty • Bellhop • Black Belt • Captain • Collector • Cook • Dancer
Eevee User • Elite Four • Espeon User • Firefighter • Fisherman • Flareon User • GAME FREAK • Gentleman • Glaceon User
Golf Buddies • Golfer • Hiker • Honeymooners • Island Kahuna • Janitor • Jolteon User • Karate Family • Lass • Leafeon User
Madame • Office Worker • Pokémon Breeder • Pokémon Professor • Pokémon Trainer • Police Officer • Preschooler
Principal • Punk Girl • Punk Guy • Punk Pair • Rising Star • Rising Star Duo • Scientist • Sightseer • Swimmer • Swimmers
Swimmer Girls • Sylveon User • Teacher • Team Skull • Team Skull Admin • Team Skull Boss • Team Skull Grunt
Trial Guide • Twins • Umbreon User • Vaporeon User • Veteran • Veteran Duo • Worker • Youngster • Youth Athlete
ActorUSUM • Capoeira CoupleUSUM • Dancing FamilyUSUM • Kantonian GymUSUM • Master & ApprenticeUSUM
ReporterUSUM • Sparring PartnersUSUM • SurferUSUM • Team AquaUSUM • Team FlareUSUM • Team GalacticUSUM
Team MagmaUSUM • Team PlasmaUSUM • Team Rainbow RocketUSUM • Team Rainbow Rocket GruntUSUM
Tourist CoupleUSUM • Ultra Forest KartenvoyUS • Ultra Recon SquadUSUM
Battle Tree, Battle Royal Dome, and Battle Agency only:
Battle Legend • Pokémon Center Lady • Pro Wrestler


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