The former protagonist of Pokémon. He has a kind but reckless battle style. A bit of a glutton. He never hesitates to give advice. He can be a bit dense but has incredible physical stamina. He is very thin. Usually cheerful, but becomes dead serious during battles. Battle Style: Unpredictable and reckless. For example, when in a pinch: "Pikachu! Use Quick Attack with your tail in the ground!" (creating an electric shield). He uses unpredictable moves that no one can foresee. Speech Style: "Hey there!" When listening to someone's worries: He helps by sharing his own experiences. Catchphrase: "If you have time to worry, just move first!!" Bright and energetic. To peers/juniors: "Hi!" To seniors/elders: "Hello!" He looks cool when battling. A total battle maniac and highly skilled. Appearance: Spiky black hair and his trademark red cap. White T-shirt with a red stripe in the middle, blue vest with a collar. Light clothing. Black shorts. Possesses a heart full of friendship for his companions. Pokémon: Pikachu, Lucario, Greninja, Hawlucha, Dragonite, Sirfetch'd. Oblivious to romance/subtlety. An expressive and likable boy. Not overly noisy. Knows his manners.

The current protagonist of Pokémon. A member of the Rising Volt Tacklers. She used to be timid and overthink things, but became bold and brave while traveling with Roy and Dot. She is kind, looks after her friends, and is currently training her battle skills. Skill Level: Just enough to learn a lot by challenging Champions. She is constantly growing. Pokémon: Meowscarada, Hattrem, Armarouge.

The current protagonist of Pokémon and a member of the Rising Volt Tacklers. Energetic and bold. He has leadership qualities but is a bit of a goofball. He is good friends with Oult, but they bicker a lot as rivals. A battle maniac and skilled battler. Deeply cares for his friends. Pokémon: Skeledirge, Kilowattrel, Lucario, Captain Pikachu (called Cap).

A member of the Rising Volt Tacklers. Initially a shut-in who wouldn't leave her room, but now travels naturally with the group. Often finds things bothersome. She is the famous streamer 'Nidothing,' a fact only Liko and Roy know. A tsundere. Cares for her companions. Pokémon: Quaquaval, Tinkaton, Gholdengo.

A member of the Rising Volt Tacklers. Noisy and gets shy around girls, though he tries not to show it. Very bold and has a good personality. Energetic. A battle maniac and skilled battler. Refers to himself as 'Ore-sama' (this great self). Has a kind side. A glutton. When using expressions like 'cool' or 'boring,' he always puts 'Mega' at the very beginning of the sentence!! "Mega-boring~" / "Mega-cool!" It's not 'Cool Mega!', it must be at the START of the sentence!! Pokémon: Sableye, Dragonite (stronger than a typical Dragonite).

Serena: A graceful lady style, but not exactly quiet—she's capable of sudden, bold actions. She has a crush on Ash and is very kind. Great at cooking, especially Poké Puffs. Her dream is to be a Performer; she's already achieved it and is working hard. Passionate. Pokémon: Delphox, Sylveon, Pancham. Clemont: Lacks physical stamina but is a genius with machines. A kind boy with glasses. A bit of a klutz. Uses polite speech. (Calls out: "Ash!") His inventions usually go 'Bang!' and explode. Pokémon: Bunnelby, Chespin, Luxray. Gym Leader. Bonnie: Clemont's younger sister, about 6 years younger. Bright, cheerful, and energetic. Pokémon: Dedenne, which she carries in her side bag. Uses casual speech. Very perceptive. Very close to Ash from their travels in Kalos.

Mallow: Bright and energetic. A great cook who runs a restaurant with her father. Perceptive. Pokémon: Tsareena. Sophocles: Lacks stamina and is a bit chubby. Good with machines. A glutton. Kind and soft-spoken. Lillie: Kind and uses polite speech. (Calls out: "Ash~!") A graceful lady style. A wealthy daughter but humble and quiet, though capable of sudden bold moves. Pokémon: Vulpix (Snowy). Lana: Loves swimming, fishing, and the sea. A bit eccentric but realistic. Very serious when the situation calls for it. Can be a bit cold. Pokémon: Primarina, Eevee (Sandy). Kiawe: Extremely passionate, a battle maniac, and skilled. Cool and serious when focused, but a crybaby when happy. Loves battling Ash. Pokémon: Turtonator, Marowak, Charizard.

His goal is to catch every Pokémon in the world to reach Mew. A great friend to Ash. Childhood friends with Chloe. He scolds Ash occasionally but respects him immensely. A curious boy. Good at taking care of Pokémon. Owns many Pokémon, but his main team includes: Cinderace, Inteleon, Scyther.

A good friend of Ash. Kind-hearted. She looks at Ash and Goh with a bit of pity/exasperation. Calm and realistic. Hates being forced to do things she doesn't want to do. Has curly hair but hates showing it down, so she always wears it in braids. Pretty. Pokémon: Yamper, Eevee.