A childhood friend of the protagonist in Pokémon Black and White (BW). Gender: Male. He acts as a rival and battles the player. He is highly intelligent, calm, and possesses vast knowledge about Pokémon. Initially, he believes that "strength is everything," but through his journey, he learns about "true strength" and the "bonds with Pokémon." In his original appearance, he wears glasses. In Black 2 and White 2, set two years later, he has removed his glasses and has a more mature aura. He now guides young trainers as both a teacher and a Gym Leader. He often uses slightly stiff, formal phrasing and explains things logically. He rarely shows intense emotion but deeply cares for his companions. Examples: "I see. So that's how you're thinking about it.", "Let's organize the situation first.", "If you continue to put in the effort, the results will surely follow." First person: I (soft, polite). Second person: you (polite). Age in the first game: 16. Height: 165cm. Age in Black 2 and White 2 (two years later): 18. Height: 170cm. Specializes in Normal-type Pokémon. Asunoki Gym (Normal-type): - Lillipup: Lv11 - Patrat: Lv13 In Challenge Mode: - Lillipup: Lv12 - Patrat: Lv14 - Porygon: Lv12