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'''Jimmy''' (Japanese: '''ケンタ''' ''Kenta'') is the main protagonist of ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''.  
'''Jimmy''' (Japanese: '''ケンタ''' ''Kenta'') is one of the main protagonists of ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', along with {{jo|Marina}} and [[Vincent]]. He is a [[Pokémon Trainer]] from [[New Bark Town]].


==History==
==History==
===Pre-series===
[[File:LoT first partners.png|thumb|250px|left|Jimmy and his friends]]
Jimmy's [[first partner Pokémon]] was {{p|Cyndaquil}}, which he received from [[Professor Elm]] of [[New Bark Town]] at the same time as [[Vincent]] and {{jo|Marina}}. Despite being close friends, the trio did not travel together and went their separate ways. However, they crossed paths occasionally in their {{pkmn|journey}}s. In one of his meetings with Marina, he {{pkmn2|caught}} a {{p|Weedle}}, which eventually [[Evolution|evolved]] into a {{p|Beedrill}}. He was also able to capture and train at least four other Pokémon.
[[File:Jimmy and Cyndaquil.png|thumb|220px|Jimmy and his first Pokémon]]
In the midst of his journey, Jimmy and Cyndaquil were defeated by a [[Silver (game)#Counterparts|mysterious young man]] and his {{p|Nidoking}}, who became one of his most powerful rivals. Jimmy then left on a mission to become increasingly strong. During his journey, he had many one on one battles with other Trainers, only winning half of them. He eventually got his Cyndaquil to evolve into a {{p|Quilava}} and then a {{p|Typhlosion}}, thus allowing him to fight on equal terms with his rival and win. After some time, he earned at least eight [[Badge]]s and was able to participate in the [[Silver Conference]] with Marina a full year before [[Vincent]] did.


His [[starter Pokémon]] was {{p|Cyndaquil}}, received from [[Professor Elm]] of [[New Bark Town]] at the same time as [[Vincent]] and {{jo|Marina}}. Despite being close friends, the trio did not travel together and went their separate ways. However, they crossed paths occasionally in his journey, in one of these meetings with Marina, he captured a Weedle who becomes one of his most important Pokémon and eventually evolved into a powerful Beedrill.
===''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''===
[[File:Jimmy Cyndaquil.png|thumb|left|Jimmy and his first Pokémon]]
In ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', Jimmy accepted {{OBP|Shinji|The Legend of Thunder!}}'s one-on-one battle challenge and defeated his {{p|Hitmonlee}}. Jimmy later located the nearest [[Pokémon Center]] and had his Pokémon healed. He overheard a familiar voice, which belonged to Marina, who was busy talking to Vincent on the Center's videophone. They had a battle where, although Marina showed the results of their training, Jimmy still took the lead, defeating {{jo|Marina}}'s {{DL|Marina (Johto)|Pink|Jigglypuff}} and almost defeating [[Wani-Wani]]. The battle was interrupted however by the actions of a group of [[Team Rocket]] who were working nearby. In his attempt to save the [[Legendary Pokémon]] {{OBP|Raikou|The Legend of Thunder!}}, Jimmy's Typhlosion was defeated by [[Attila]] and [[Hun]], though [[Little Miss]] was able to defeat the duo's Pokémon with {{m|Perish Song}}. He also took the wounded Raikou to the nearby [[Pokémon Center]].
In the midst of his journey, Jimmy and Cyndaquil are defeated by a mysterious young man named {{ga|Silver}} and his Nidoking who becomes one of his most powerful rivals.
 
Jimmy then leaves on a a mission to become increasingly strong and eventually gets his Cyndaquil to evolve into a Quilava and then reaches its maximum level to evolve into a powerful Typhlosion, allowing him to fight on equal terms with his rival and win.
 
Thanks to his efforts, Jimmy and Marina then participated in the [[Silver Conference]] a full year before [[Vincent]] did.
 
Again on his journey, Jimmy once again met Marina. Both have a battle where she shows the results of their training, Jimmy still takes the lead defeating [[Marina's Jigglypuff]] and almost defeating [[Wani-Wani]] yet the battle is interrupted by the actions of a group of [[Team Rocket]] who were working nearby. In his attempt to save the legendary Pokémon Raikou, Jimmy is beaten by agents of the organization, but the villains give up temporarily with the help of his Beedrill and take the wounded Raikou to be treated in the [[Pokémon Center]].


During the treatment of Raikou, Jimmy meets the mysterious Legendary Pokémon expert called [[Eusine]], he claims that Raikou attacked by retaliation, but Jimmy denies it and says trust the instincts of Raikou.  
During the treatment of Raikou, Jimmy met the mysterious Legendary Pokémon expert called [[Eusine|Eugene]], he claimed that Raikou attacked by retaliation, but Jimmy denied it.


When Raikou awakens stunned, Jimmy tries to talk to him but he attacks and tries to escape to the forest. Jimmy, Marina and the others try to follow but are a very angry Raikou trying to prevent Attila and Hun in their plans, amid the battle Jimmy and Marina are saved by Vincent who suddenly arrives.
Raikou awoke the following morning, stunned. Jimmy tried to talk to it, but it attacked and escaped into the surrounding forest. Jimmy, Marina, and the others tried to follow it and confronted Attila and Hun again. They battled the duo, and they were saved by Vincent, who suddenly arrived. Eventually, the Trainers were able to free Raikou from the Miracle Crystal System and defeat Team Rocket. Jimmy's efforts finally earned the trust of Raikou, and Jimmy said goodbye to it as it returned to the wilderness.


Through the efforts of Jimmy, Marina, Eusine and Vincent, the Trainers are able to defeat Team Rocket and Jimmy finally gets the trust of Raikou which he now considers his friend.
===''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]''===
In ''[[JN116|Pride of a Champion!]]'', Jimmy appeared watching the [[Masters Eight Tournament]] match between {{an|Lance}} and [[Diantha]] on TV alongside Marina and Vincent.


==Character==
==Character==
[[File:The Legend of Thunder Part 1.png|thumb|left|Jimmy and Marina in The Legend of Thunder!]]
[[File:The Legend of Thunder Part 1.png|left|thumb|220px|Jimmy and Marina in [[The Legend of Thunder!]]]]
 
[[File:Jimmy Marina Vincent JN.png|thumb|220px|Jimmy and his friends in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'']]
Jimmy has an energetic personality both during battles and outside of them. He has a habit of saying "You rock and you rule!" ("OK! Perfect!" in the original) to his Pokémon and giving them a thumbs-up after winning a {{pkmn|battle}}. He can be quick to jump to conclusions but also knows when to be serious and get a job done.  
Jimmy has an energetic personality. He has a habit of saying "You rock and you rule!" ("OK! Perfect!" in the original Japanese version) to his Pokémon and giving them a thumbs-up after winning a battle. He can be quick to jump to conclusions but also knows when to be serious and get the job done.


Jimmy is similar in many ways to {{Ash}}. He also cares for Pokémon very much. This can be seen in his concern for {{OBP|Raikou|Legend of Thunder}} when it was injured. He is also determined and never gives up in battle. Like Ash, he is also close to his starter Pokémon, which is now a {{TP|Jimmy|Typhlosion}}. He has a battle style that focuses on offense. As such, his Pokémon are trained to take attacks and still keep fighting.
Jimmy cares for his Pokémon very much, and he was determined to protect {{OBP|Raikou|The Legend of Thunder!}} from [[Hun]] and [[Attila]]'s scheme. Jimmy doesn't mind losing a round, as he is driven to learn as much as he can. He has a battle style that focuses on offense. As such, his Pokémon are trained to take attacks and still keep fighting.


His main goal was to become a strong [[Pokémon Trainer]] so that he could protect the kids in [[New Bark Town]], his home town. He also has a [[QuestShipping|crush]] on {{jo|Marina}} which appears to be mutual.  
His main goal was to become a strong [[Pokémon Trainer]] so that he could protect the kids in [[New Bark Town]], his [[hometown]]. He also has a crush on {{jo|Marina}}, which appears to be mutual.
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==Pokémon==
==Pokémon==
This is a listing of Jimmy's known Pokémon:
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This listing is of Jimmy's known {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} in the {{pkmn|anime}}:
===On hand===
{{TrainerPoké
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|vajp=Susumu Chiba
|vajp=Susumu Chiba
|vaen=Susumu Chiba
|vaen=Susumu Chiba
|desc={{p|Typhlosion}} was Jimmy's [[starter Pokémon]], given to him as a {{p|Cyndaquil}} by [[Professor Elm]]. He obtained it on the same day that [[Vincent]] got his [[Vincent's Meganium|Chikorita]] and {{jo|Marina}} got her [[Wani-Wani|Totodile]]. Jimmy and Typhlosion are very close to each other.}}
|desc={{p|Typhlosion}} was Jimmy's [[first partner Pokémon]], given to him as a {{p|Cyndaquil}} by [[Professor Elm]]. He obtained it on the same day that [[Vincent]] got his {{TP|Vincent|Chikorita}} and {{jo|Marina}} received her [[Wani-Wani|Totodile]]. Jimmy and Typhlosion are very close to each other.}}


{{TrainerPoké
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|epnum=The Legend of Thunder!
|epnum=The Legend of Thunder!
|epname=The Legend of Thunder!
|epname=The Legend of Thunder!
|vajp=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=Jimmy caught {{p|Beedrill}} as a {{p|Weedle}} during his Pokémon journey. It had already [[Evolution|evolved]] twice before ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''. He used it in a {{pkmn|battle}} against {{jo|Marina}}'s {{p|Jigglypuff}}, Pink, which Beedrill won. Jimmy relies on Beedrill's speed during battles and flight situations where it proves itself very useful.
|vaen=Shin'ichirō Miki
|desc=Jimmy had {{p|Beedrill}} as a {{p|Weedle}} early on, even before he started his Pokémon journey. It had already [[Evolution|evolved]] twice before ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]''. He used it in a {{pkmn|battle}} against {{jo|Marina}}'s {{p|Jigglypuff}}, {{DL|Marina (Johto)|Little Pink}}, in which {{p|Beedrill}} won. Jimmy relies on Beedrill's speed during battles and flight situations where it proves itself very useful.


Beedrill's known moves are {{m|Agility}}, {{m|Twineedle}} and {{m|Pin Missile}}.}}
Beedrill's known moves are {{m|Agility}}, {{m|Twineedle}}, and {{m|Pin Missile}}.}}


Jimmy also has at least four other Pokémon, as he was seen with six Poké Balls during ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', two of which contained Typhlosion and Beedrill.


Jimmy also has at least four other Pokémon, as he was seen with six Poké Balls during ''[[The Legend of Thunder]]'', two of which contained Typhlosion and Beedrill.
===Temporary===
{{TrainerPoké
|main=Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)
|trainer=Jimmy
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|type1=Electric
|img=Raikou LoT.png
|epnum=The Legend of Thunder!
|epname=The Legend of Thunder!
|vajp=Katsuyuki Konishi
|vaen=Katsuyuki Konishi
|desc=Jimmy met {{p|Raikou}} while it was being targeted by [[Team Rocket]]'s Miracle Crystal. In an attempt to prevent it from being caught by the villainous duo, Jimmy battled them with his Typhlosion and Marina's help. The duo were able to escape and Jimmy took it to a [[Pokémon Center]]. When Raikou became severely injured later on by the crystal's force field, his Typhlosion volunteered to drain the energy from it, thus freeing Raikou and giving him a chance to destroy it once and for all.}}


==Pokémon League==
==Achievements==
Jimmy has competed in the following Pokémon League competitions:
===Badges obtained===
* [[Silver Conference]] (off-screen)
This listing is of the [[Badge]]s Jimmy has obtained in the [[Johto]] [[region]]:
* At least eight Badges (one year before ''[[EP268|Tie One On!]])
 
===Pokémon League===
Jimmy has competed in the following [[Pokémon League Conference]]s:
* [[Silver Conference]] - (one year before ''[[EP268|Tie One On!]])


==Voice actors==
==Voice actors==
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|ja=野島健児 ''[[Kenji Nojima]]''
|ja=野島健児 ''[[Kenji Nojima]]''
|en=[[Sean Schemmel]]
|en=[[Sean Schemmel]]
|it=Paolo de Santis
|fr_eu=Gaëtan Wenders
|pt_br=Rodrigo Andreatto
|pt_br=Rodrigo Andreatto
|es_la=Alan Prieto
|es_la=Alan Prieto
|es_eu=David Robles}}
|es_eu=David Robles}}
==Artwork==
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{gold color dark}}; background: #{{gold color light}}; width:140px; height:140px"| [[File:Jimmy_Promotional_Artwork.png|250px]]
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| {{color2|000|Ken Sugimori}}'s design of Jimmy for the anime.
| Promotional artwork from ''{{color2|000|The Legend of Thunder!}}''
|}


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Much like {{Ash}} is based on {{ga|Red}}, Jimmy is based on {{ga|Ethan}}. However, a separate character made a cameo in the beginning of ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'', battling against Ash with a {{p|Donphan}}. Unlike Jimmy, that character wears Ethan's updated clothes from [[HeartGold]] and [[SoulSilver]], and is indeed referred to as "Hibiki" (Ethan's Japanese name) in the art gallery feature of the Japanese DVD.  
[[File:Ethan Donphan.png|thumb|250px|Ethan in ''Zoroark: Master of Illusions'']]
* When Vincent appeared in the [[Silver Conference]] (known then as Jackson in the dub), Marina and Jimmy were referred to "Dani and Yoshi" respectively, leading many to believe that "Yoshi" was the official English name for Jimmy, and "Dani" was the official English name for Marina. Whether this was the original intention remains unknown. However, in ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', they're identified as Jimmy and Marina.
* Much like {{Ash}} is based on {{ga|Red}}, Jimmy is based on {{ga|Ethan}}. However, a separate character made a cameo in the beginning of ''[[M13|Zoroark: Master of Illusions]]'', battling against Ash with a {{p|Donphan}}. Unlike Jimmy, that character wears Ethan's updated clothes from {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, and is indeed referred to as "Hibiki" (Ethan's Japanese name) in the art gallery feature of the Japanese DVD.
**"Yoshi" is also the name of a character in the [[mw:Mario|Mario]] universe.
** Jimmy's cameo appearance in ''[[JN116|Pride of a Champion!]]'' has him still wearing Ethan's {{2v2|Gold|Silver}} clothes instead of his HeartGold and SoulSilver ones.
* Jimmy's English name may come directly from [[Gold]] and [[Silver]]. There is a minor Trainer named "Kenta" in the Japanese version whose name was localized as "Jimmy" in the English translation - a {{tc|Youngster}} on {{rt|3|Kanto}} with a {{p|Raticate}} and {{p|Arbok}}. The dubbers may have mistaken this character for an unrelated anime character. The same thing happened to Vincent.
* When Vincent appeared in the [[Silver Conference]], Marina and Jimmy were referred to as "Dani" and "Yoshi", respectively, leading many to believe that "Yoshi" was the official English name for Jimmy, and "Dani" was the official English name for Marina. Whether this was the original intention remains unknown.
* Jimmy is the only anime character based on a player character who has met his opposite-gender counterpart, as he is good friends with Marina, based on {{ga|Kris}}.
* Jimmy's English name may come directly from {{2v2|Gold|Silver}}. There is a minor Trainer named "Kenta" in the Japanese version whose name was localized as "Jimmy" in the English translation - a {{tc|Youngster}} on {{rt|3|Kanto}} with a {{p|Raticate}} and {{p|Arbok}}. The dubbers may have mistaken this character for an unrelated anime character. The same thing happened to Vincent.
* Jimmy is the only anime character based on a player character who has met his opposite-gender counterpart, as he is good friends with Marina, who is based on {{ga|Kris}}.


 
==Names==
===Names===
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| ケンタ ''Kenta''
| ケンタ ''Kenta''
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| From 健太 ''Kenta'': 健 meaning "healthy" and 太 meaning "plump"
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| English, Spanish, Italian
| Jimmy{{tt|*|In The Legend of Thunder !}}<br>Yoshi{{tt|*|In the anime, referred by Jackson}}
| Meaning "supplanter"
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| English
| French
| Jimmy
| Jimmy{{tt|*|In The Legend of Thunder !}}<br>Thierry{{tt|*|In the anime, referred by Jackson}}
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| From his English name.{{tt|*|In The Legend of Thunder !}}<br>From an older Germanic name meaning "powerful"{{tt|*|In the anime, referred by Jackson}}
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| Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}}))
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan}})
| 健太 ''Jiàntài''
| 健太 ''Jiàntài''
| From 健太 ''Kenta''. Can mean "extremely healthy."
| From 健太 ''Kenta'': 健 meaning "health" and 太 meaning "too"
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|Thai
| เคนตะ ''Kenta''
| Transcription of his Japanese name
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|German
| Kenta{{tt|*|In The Legend of Thunder !}}<br>Yoshi{{tt|*|In the anime, referred by Jackson}}
| From his Japanese name.
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==See also==
{{Jimmy's Pokémon}}<br>
* [[a:Category:Jimmy|Images on the Bulbagarden Archives]]
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[[Category:Anime characters]]
[[Category:Animation characters]]
[[Category:Male characters]]
[[Category:The Legend of Thunder characters]]
[[Category:League Conference participants]]


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Latest revision as of 00:27, 1 September 2024

Jimmy
ケンタ Kenta
Jimmy artwork.png
Art from The Legend of Thunder!
Gender Male
Eye color Purple
Hair color Dark Blue
Hometown New Bark Town
Region Johto
Trainer class Trainer
Game counterpart Ethan
Anime debut The Legend of Thunder!
English voice actor Sean Schemmel
Japanese voice actor Kenji Nojima

Jimmy (Japanese: ケンタ Kenta) is one of the main protagonists of The Legend of Thunder!, along with Marina and Vincent. He is a Pokémon Trainer from New Bark Town.

History

Pre-series

Jimmy and his friends

Jimmy's first partner Pokémon was Cyndaquil, which he received from Professor Elm of New Bark Town at the same time as Vincent and Marina. Despite being close friends, the trio did not travel together and went their separate ways. However, they crossed paths occasionally in their journeys. In one of his meetings with Marina, he caught a Weedle, which eventually evolved into a Beedrill. He was also able to capture and train at least four other Pokémon.

Jimmy and his first Pokémon

In the midst of his journey, Jimmy and Cyndaquil were defeated by a mysterious young man and his Nidoking, who became one of his most powerful rivals. Jimmy then left on a mission to become increasingly strong. During his journey, he had many one on one battles with other Trainers, only winning half of them. He eventually got his Cyndaquil to evolve into a Quilava and then a Typhlosion, thus allowing him to fight on equal terms with his rival and win. After some time, he earned at least eight Badges and was able to participate in the Silver Conference with Marina a full year before Vincent did.

The Legend of Thunder!

In The Legend of Thunder!, Jimmy accepted Shinji's one-on-one battle challenge and defeated his Hitmonlee. Jimmy later located the nearest Pokémon Center and had his Pokémon healed. He overheard a familiar voice, which belonged to Marina, who was busy talking to Vincent on the Center's videophone. They had a battle where, although Marina showed the results of their training, Jimmy still took the lead, defeating Marina's Jigglypuff and almost defeating Wani-Wani. The battle was interrupted however by the actions of a group of Team Rocket who were working nearby. In his attempt to save the Legendary Pokémon Raikou, Jimmy's Typhlosion was defeated by Attila and Hun, though Little Miss was able to defeat the duo's Pokémon with Perish Song. He also took the wounded Raikou to the nearby Pokémon Center.

During the treatment of Raikou, Jimmy met the mysterious Legendary Pokémon expert called Eugene, he claimed that Raikou attacked by retaliation, but Jimmy denied it.

Raikou awoke the following morning, stunned. Jimmy tried to talk to it, but it attacked and escaped into the surrounding forest. Jimmy, Marina, and the others tried to follow it and confronted Attila and Hun again. They battled the duo, and they were saved by Vincent, who suddenly arrived. Eventually, the Trainers were able to free Raikou from the Miracle Crystal System and defeat Team Rocket. Jimmy's efforts finally earned the trust of Raikou, and Jimmy said goodbye to it as it returned to the wilderness.

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

In Pride of a Champion!, Jimmy appeared watching the Masters Eight Tournament match between Lance and Diantha on TV alongside Marina and Vincent.

Character

Jimmy and Marina in The Legend of Thunder!
Jimmy and his friends in Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Jimmy has an energetic personality. He has a habit of saying "You rock and you rule!" ("OK! Perfect!" in the original Japanese version) to his Pokémon and giving them a thumbs-up after winning a battle. He can be quick to jump to conclusions but also knows when to be serious and get the job done.

Jimmy cares for his Pokémon very much, and he was determined to protect Raikou from Hun and Attila's scheme. Jimmy doesn't mind losing a round, as he is driven to learn as much as he can. He has a battle style that focuses on offense. As such, his Pokémon are trained to take attacks and still keep fighting.

His main goal was to become a strong Pokémon Trainer so that he could protect the kids in New Bark Town, his hometown. He also has a crush on Marina, which appears to be mutual.

Pokémon

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

On hand

Cyndaquil → Quilava → Typhlosion
Jimmy's Typhlosion
Debut The Legend of Thunder!
Voice actors
Japanese Susumu Chiba
English Susumu Chiba
Main article: Jimmy's Typhlosion

Typhlosion was Jimmy's first partner Pokémon, given to him as a Cyndaquil by Professor Elm. He obtained it on the same day that Vincent got his Chikorita and Marina received her Totodile. Jimmy and Typhlosion are very close to each other.

Weedle → Kakuna → Beedrill
Jimmy's Beedrill

Jimmy caught Beedrill as a Weedle during his Pokémon journey. It had already evolved twice before The Legend of Thunder!. He used it in a battle against Marina's Jigglypuff, Pink, which Beedrill won. Jimmy relies on Beedrill's speed during battles and flight situations where it proves itself very useful.

Beedrill's known moves are Agility, Twineedle, and Pin Missile.

Jimmy also has at least four other Pokémon, as he was seen with six Poké Balls during The Legend of Thunder!, two of which contained Typhlosion and Beedrill.

Temporary

Raikou
Jimmy's Raikou
Debut The Legend of Thunder!
Voice actors
Japanese Katsuyuki Konishi
English Katsuyuki Konishi
Main article: Raikou (The Legend of Thunder!)

Jimmy met Raikou while it was being targeted by Team Rocket's Miracle Crystal. In an attempt to prevent it from being caught by the villainous duo, Jimmy battled them with his Typhlosion and Marina's help. The duo were able to escape and Jimmy took it to a Pokémon Center. When Raikou became severely injured later on by the crystal's force field, his Typhlosion volunteered to drain the energy from it, thus freeing Raikou and giving him a chance to destroy it once and for all.

Achievements

Badges obtained

This listing is of the Badges Jimmy has obtained in the Johto region:

Pokémon League

Jimmy has competed in the following Pokémon League Conferences:

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 野島健児 Kenji Nojima
English Sean Schemmel
European French Gaëtan Wenders
Italian Paolo de Santis
Brazilian Portuguese Rodrigo Andreatto
Spanish Latin America Alan Prieto
Spain David Robles


Artwork

Sugimori Jimmy anime.png Jimmy Promotional Artwork.png
Ken Sugimori's design of Jimmy for the anime. Promotional artwork from The Legend of Thunder!

Trivia

Ethan in Zoroark: Master of Illusions
  • Much like Ash is based on Red, Jimmy is based on Ethan. However, a separate character made a cameo in the beginning of Zoroark: Master of Illusions, battling against Ash with a Donphan. Unlike Jimmy, that character wears Ethan's updated clothes from HeartGold and SoulSilver, and is indeed referred to as "Hibiki" (Ethan's Japanese name) in the art gallery feature of the Japanese DVD.
  • When Vincent appeared in the Silver Conference, Marina and Jimmy were referred to as "Dani" and "Yoshi", respectively, leading many to believe that "Yoshi" was the official English name for Jimmy, and "Dani" was the official English name for Marina. Whether this was the original intention remains unknown.
  • Jimmy's English name may come directly from Gold and Silver. There is a minor Trainer named "Kenta" in the Japanese version whose name was localized as "Jimmy" in the English translation - a Youngster on Route 3 with a Raticate and Arbok. The dubbers may have mistaken this character for an unrelated anime character. The same thing happened to Vincent.
  • Jimmy is the only anime character based on a player character who has met his opposite-gender counterpart, as he is good friends with Marina, who is based on Kris.

Names

Language Name Reference to
Japanese ケンタ Kenta From 健太 Kenta: 健 meaning "healthy" and 太 meaning "plump"
English, Spanish, Italian Jimmy*
Yoshi* 		Meaning "supplanter"
French Jimmy*
Thierry* 		From his English name.*
From an older Germanic name meaning "powerful"*
Chinese (Mandarin) 健太 Jiàntài From 健太 Kenta: 健 meaning "health" and 太 meaning "too"
Thai เคนตะ Kenta Transcription of his Japanese name
German Kenta*
Yoshi* 		From his Japanese name.


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