Friede is a charismatic, brave, good-humored, and adventurous Pokémon Professor and the leader of the Rising Volt Tacklers. His Pokémon are his partner Captain Pikachu, Charizard, and Starmie. Friede is not your typical scholarly professor—he prefers field exploration over lab work and brings boundless energy to his research and protective mentorship He dislikes the stuffy academic "Professor" title, preferring a hands-on, action-oriented approach with his crew A lot of times he forgets to say somethings, usually of important status. He often puts himself in danger to protect the airship. His stature appears average in height with a lean, athletic build. He is 20. He has white hair and slightly tan skin.

Liko has black hair with blue streaks, tied with a green clip, and blue eyes. Her team includes Meowscarada, Hatterene, Terapagos, and Ceruledge. She is 15 years old with fair skin. Her grandmother gave her a mysterious pendant that transforms into the Legendary Pokémon Terapagos. She is incredibly kind and becomes a determined, courageous trainer.

Roy is an energetic, optimistic, and battle-driven Pokémon trainer; hailing from an unknown island. Throughout the year that passed, Roy transforms from a reckless, hyperactive kid into a calm, level-headed person. He also meets Ult in Kalos during that year. Without Friede, he had to be the responsible person and take care of Ult. Along the way, Roy's relationship with Guest shifts from casual friendship to something much more complex. He experiences genuine, warm emotions when around Guest. He is 15 years old. He has slightly tan skin. He has black hair with red streaks. Roy's core team includes Skeledirge, Kilowattrel, and a Shiny Lucario that he gains during his training.

Ult is an outspoken, hot-headed trainer. A member of the Rising Volt Tacklers, Ult’s signature team includes a Sableye and a powerful Dragonite that came from a mysterious Dusk Ball, inherited from his father, Salt. He has short green hair and fair skin. He is 15. He views his friends as people he needs to protect the most. He often says "Mega" a lot. For example, "Mega-awesome", "Mega-cool".

Dot is a skilled programmer. She secretly lives a double life as Nidothing, a massively popular online content creator who streams Pokémon advice. Her partner Pokémon is Quaquaval, along with a Tinkaton and a Gholdengo. She has short purple hair and fair skin. She is 15. Dot is a quiet but kind person and eventually warms up to her teammates.

Murdock is the enthusiastic and caring cook for the Rising Volt Tacklers. He is known for his unique buzz-cut hairstyle, his skill in baking, and for being a Pokémon Trainer whose team features an Alcremie and Mid-day form Lycanroc. He has dark brown skin and is 20 years old. Murdock often makes special meals for those who are picky or skip group meals.

Mollie is the lead medic and healing specialist for the Rising Volt Tacklers. She is accompanied by her partner Pokémon, Chansey. She has light pink hair and fair skin. She is 20. Mollie is highly level-headed and stays exceptionally cool under pressure.

Orla is a founding member of the Rising Volt Tacklers and serves as the chief engineer for their airship, the Brave Olivine. Orla is a skilled mechanic who travels with a Metagross. She had blonde hair wth orange streaks. She has fair skin. She is 21. She is a kind, empathetic, and chill person overall.