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{{redirect|Trainer|other uses|Trainer (disambiguation)}}
{{redirect|Trainer|other uses|Trainer (disambiguation)}}
[[File:Bandai Jumbo5 Peeled.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Generation I]] artwork of Pokémon Trainers flying on their Pokémon]]
[[File:Bandai Jumbo5 Peeled.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Generation I]] artwork of Pokémon Trainers flying on their Pokémon]]
A '''Pokémon Trainer''' (Japanese: '''ポケモントレーナー''' ''Pokémon Trainer'') is a [[Human|person]] who {{pkmn2|caught|catches}}, {{pkmn|training|trains}}, cares for, and {{pkmn|battle}}s with {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. The majority of people within the known [[Pokémon world]] are Trainers.
A '''Pokémon Trainer'''<ref group="lower-alpha">In some early official media, "Trainer" was formatted in {{wp|Letter case#Sentence case|sentence case}} as "trainer". For example, ''"You've been finally granted your Pokémon '''trainer'''<nowiki/>'s license. Now it's time to to become the world's greatest Pokémon '''trainer'''!"'' (written on the back of the boxes of {{game|Red and Blue|s}})</ref> (Japanese: '''ポケモントレーナー''' ''Pokémon Trainer'') is a [[Human|person]] who {{pkmn2|caught|catches}}, {{pkmn|training|trains}}, cares for, and {{pkmn|battle}}s with {{OBP|Pokémon|species}}. The majority of people within the known [[Pokémon world]] are Trainers.


Pokémon Trainer is a broad term for any person who owns Pokémon, including {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s and {{tc|Pokémon Breeder|Breeders}}. However, the term is more often used to refer to people on a {{pkmn|journey}} to collect [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s and enter the [[Pokémon League]].
Pokémon Trainer is a broad term for any person who owns Pokémon, including {{pkmn|Coordinator}}s and {{tc|Pokémon Breeder|Breeders}}. However, the term is more often used to refer to people on a {{pkmn|journey}} to collect [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s and enter the [[Pokémon League]].


==Background==
==In the core series games==
[[File:SugimoriTrainers.png|thumb|250px|left|Trainers from different classes, from left to right: a {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunt}}, a {{tc|Lass}}, and a {{tc|Bug Catcher}}]]
[[File:SugimoriTrainers.png|thumb|250px|left|Trainers from different classes, from left to right: a {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunt}}, a {{tc|Lass}}, and a {{tc|Bug Catcher}}]]
Many Trainers leave home at about the age of ten, sometimes accompanied with a [[starter Pokémon]] obtained from a [[Pokémon Professor]]. Many will travel around one or more [[region]]s, doing such things as gathering information for a [[Pokédex]], perfecting their technique, collecting [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s, and working to become a [[Pokémon Master]]. No matter what their specialties or aims, there is one code that they all follow—when two Trainers make eye contact, they must have a {{pkmn|battle}}.
Many Trainers leave home, sometimes accompanied with a [[first partner Pokémon]] obtained from a [[Pokémon Professor]], to travel around one or more [[region]]s, doing such things as gathering information for a [[Pokédex]], perfecting their technique, collecting [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s, and working to become a [[Pokémon Master]]. No matter what their specialties or aims, there is one code that they all follow—when two Trainers make eye contact, they must have a {{pkmn|battle}}.


Pokémon Trainers come in all sorts of [[#Trainer class|classes]]: {{tc|Youngster}}s tend to stay close to home, and {{tc|Bug Catcher}}s swarm about the {{t|Bug}}-filled forests; {{tc|Hiker}}s traverse mountains and [[cave]]s, {{tc|Fisherman|Fishermen}} are rarely far from water, and {{tc|Ace Trainer}}s aspire to compete in the [[Pokémon League]]. A Trainer's class may reflect their [[Type expert|favorite type]], the areas they prefer, their technique, and their level of skill; however, even within each class, Trainers may vary greatly.
Pokémon Trainers come in all sorts of [[#Trainer class|classes]]: {{tc|Youngster}}s tend to stay close to home, and {{tc|Bug Catcher}}s swarm about the {{t|Bug}}-filled forests; {{tc|Hiker}}s traverse mountains and [[cave]]s, {{tc|Fisherman|Fishermen}} are rarely far from water, and {{tc|Ace Trainer}}s aspire to compete in the [[Pokémon League]]. A Trainer's class may reflect their [[Type expert|favorite type]], the areas they prefer, their technique, and their level of skill; however, even within each class, Trainers may vary greatly.
[[File:Ash Unova Pokédex.png|thumb|250px|A Pokédex and set of Poké Balls for a beginning Trainer in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'']]
[[File:Ash Unova Pokédex.png|thumb|250px|A Pokédex and set of Poké Balls for a beginning Trainer in ''[[Pokémon the Series: Black & White]]'']]
Many towns have a [[Gym]] run by a strong and experienced Trainer known as a [[Gym Leader]]. Other Trainers may challenge a Gym Leader, and if the Gym Leader is defeated in battle, they award the challenger a [[Badge]]. However, in the [[Pokémon anime]], the Gym Leader may award the Trainer a Badge for other reasons, since the Badge is a symbol of the Trainer's skill. For example, {{Ash}} won several of his early Badges by refusing to take an unfair advantage or going out of his way to save a Gym, which proved himself as an exceptional Trainer outside of battle. In [[Alola]], each of the four islands has a [[Island Kahuna|Kahuna]] who may be challenged by traveling Trainers taking the [[island challenge]] after the completion of their island's trials.
Many towns have a [[Gym]] run by a strong and experienced Trainer known as a [[Gym Leader]]. Other Trainers may challenge a Gym Leader, and if the Gym Leader is defeated in battle, they award the challenger a [[Badge]]. However, in the [[Pokémon anime]], the Gym Leader may award the Trainer a Badge for other reasons, since the Badge is a symbol of the Trainer's skill. For example, {{Ash}} won several of his early Badges by refusing to take an unfair advantage or going out of his way to save a Gym, which proved himself as an exceptional Trainer outside of battle. In [[Alola]], each of the four islands has a [[Island kahuna|kahuna]] who may be challenged by traveling Trainers taking the [[island challenge]] after the completion of their island's trials.


Above the level of Gym Leaders and Island Kahunas are the [[Elite Four]] members and the [[Pokémon League]] {{pkmn|Champion}}. There are also Trainers who serve as {{cat|Battle facility leaders|leaders}} for [[Battle facility|battle facilities]] not recognized by the Pokémon League, such as the [[Frontier Brain]]s of the [[Battle Frontier]] and the {{tc|Battle Chatelaine}}s of the [[Battle Maison]]. These Trainers are considered the cream of the crop, and should a Trainer defeat other Trainers at this level, it is not uncommon for them to be offered a place in these high ranks.
Above the level of Gym Leaders and island kahunas are the [[Elite Four]] members and the [[Pokémon League]] {{pkmn|Champion}}. There are also Trainers who serve as {{cat|Battle facility leaders|leaders}} for [[Battle facility|battle facilities]] not recognized by the Pokémon League, such as the [[Frontier Brain]]s of the [[Battle Frontier]] and the {{tc|Battle Chatelaine}}s of the [[Battle Maison]]. These Trainers are considered the cream of the crop, and should a Trainer defeat other Trainers at this level, it is not uncommon for them to be offered a place in these high ranks.


However, just as there are many Trainers with noble goals and lawful methods, there are also corrupt Trainers, including a number of [[villainous team]]s and {{pkmn|poacher}}s. These Trainers often use powerful Pokémon to take what they want and further their plans.
However, just as there are many Trainers with noble goals and lawful methods, there are also corrupt Trainers, including a number of [[villainous team]]s and {{pkmn|poacher}}s. These Trainers often use powerful Pokémon to take what they want and further their plans.


While the viability of [[Pokémon training]] as a lifestyle is never outright stated in most games, it is implied in {{game|Sun and Moon}} that it does not guarantee a sufficient income. Several [[Eevee users]] are seen having to take up part-time jobs in order to obtain the finances needed to support themselves, with the latter being unable to go into retirement using just the funds from Pokémon training.
While the viability of [[Pokémon training]] as a lifestyle is never outright stated in most games, it is implied in {{g|Sun and Moon}} that it does not guarantee a sufficient income. Several [[Eevee users]] are seen having to take up part-time jobs in order to obtain the finances needed to support themselves, with the latter being unable to go into retirement using just the funds from Pokémon training.
 
During the time period in which {{g|Legends: Arceus}} is set, the term "Pokémon Trainer" was not in use, though a few people at the time still kept, trained, cared for, and battled with Pokémon as partners. The phrase "Pokémon wielder" or "wielder of Pokémon" is used by [[Volo]] to describe himself and the player (though no other contemporaneous character uses the term) and in [[Raifort]]'s explanation about the [[treasures of ruin]]; the same Japanese phrase has also been translated as "Pokémon user" or "user of Pokémon" in past games going back to {{game|Gold and Silver|s}}.


==In the core series==
===Trainer class===
===Trainer class===
'''Trainer classes''' are the types of Pokémon Trainers one can battle in all [[core series]] Pokémon games. They come in different varieties and sprites which describe their occupation, estimated age, and sometimes what Pokémon they train. For example, a {{tc|Psychic}} is a young adult with telekinetic powers who trains {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon.
'''Trainer classes''', officially known as a '''Trainer type'''{{sup/4|PtHGSS}} (Japanese: '''トレーナータイプ''' ''Trainer type''), '''Trainer Title'''{{sup/ss|PBR}} (Japanese: '''かたがき''' ''title''), or '''title'''{{sup/4|HGSS}}{{sup/5|BWB2W2}} (Japanese: '''{{ruby|肩書|かたが}}き''' ''title''), are the types of [[non-player character|non-playable]] Pokémon Trainers that players can battle in all [[core series]] Pokémon games. They come in different varieties and sprites which describe their occupation, estimated age, and sometimes what Pokémon they train. For example, a {{tc|Psychic}} is a young adult with telekinetic powers who trains {{type|Psychic}} Pokémon.


All Trainer classes have overworld or field sprites that sometimes may be used for non-Trainers. Unlike in-battle sprites, overworld sprites may be shared between multiple Trainer classes such as the {{tc|Ace Trainer}} overworld sprite, which is shared with {{tc|Dragon Tamer}}s and {{tc|Pokémon Ranger}}s in Generation IV. Notable Trainer classes, such as Gym Leaders, have unique sprites between each individual one. Trainer classes can be combined in certain [[Double Battle]]s; for example a {{tc|Crush Girl}} and a {{tc|Black Belt}} can team up to form a {{tc|Crush Kin}}; however, special class names are not created for Trainers involved in a [[Multi Battle]].
All Trainer classes have overworld or field sprites that sometimes may be used for non-Trainers. Unlike in-battle sprites, overworld sprites may be shared between multiple Trainer classes such as the {{tc|Ace Trainer}} overworld sprite, which is shared with {{tc|Dragon Tamer}}s and {{tc|Pokémon Ranger}}s in Generation IV. Notable Trainer classes, such as Gym Leaders, have unique sprites between each individual one. Trainer classes can be combined in certain [[Double Battle]]s; for example a {{tc|Crush Girl}} and a {{tc|Black Belt}} can team up to form a {{tc|Crush Kin}}; however, special class names are not created for Trainers involved in a [[Multi Battle]].


Starting from [[Generation III]], the [[player character|player]] assumes the form of a generic Trainer class of their choice when data of this player is exchanged wirelessly or through [[record mixing]] to another core series game of the same generation.
From [[Generation III]] to [[Generation V]], the {{player}} assumes the form of a generic Trainer class of their choice when data of this player is exchanged wirelessly or through [[record mixing]] to another core series game of the same generation. In [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]], the player can choose a Trainer Title for their [[Custom Pass]].
 
While in {{pkmn|Colosseum}} and {{Pokémon XD}}, there is one model for each minor Trainer class, in [[Pokémon Battle Revolution]], each minor Trainer class can consist of multiple models.


====List of Trainer classes====
====List of Trainer classes====
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| {{tc|Beauty}}
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| {{tc|Black Belt|Blackbelt}}
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| [[Giovanni|Boss]]{{tt|*|Unnamed until Generation III}}
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| {{tc|Bug Catcher}}
| {{tc|Bug Catcher}}
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| {{tc|Burglar}}
| {{tc|Burglar}}
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| {{pkmn|Champion}}{{tt|*|Unnamed until Generation II}}
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| {{tc|Channeler}}
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| {{tc|Roughneck|Cue Ball}}
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| [[Elite Four]]{{tt|*|Unnamed until Generation II}}
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| {{tc|Engineer}}
| {{tc|Engineer}}
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| {{tc|Lass}}
| {{tc|Lass}}
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| [[Gym Leader|Leader]]{{tt|*|Unnamed until Generation II}}
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| {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}
| {{tc|Poké Maniac|PokéManiac}}
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| {{tc|Psychic}}
| {{tc|Psychic}}
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| [[Rival]]{{tt|*|Unnamed until Generation III}}
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| {{tc|Rocker}}
| {{tc|Rocker}}
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| {{tc|Youngster}}
| {{tc|Youngster}}
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! {{color|FFF|Beta Trainer classes}}
! {{color|FFF|Unused}}
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| {{DL|Glitch Trainer|Chief}}
| [[Unused Trainer data#Chief|Chief]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{green color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{green color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium (Japanese)}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Stadium<sup>JPN</sup>}}
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| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Chūbu A Representative]]
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| {{tc|Chūbu A}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Chūbu B Representative]]
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| {{tc|Chūbu B}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Chūgoku A Representative]]
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| {{tc|Chūgoku A}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Chūgoku B Representative]]
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| {{tc|Chūgoku B}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Hokkaidō Representative]]
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| {{tc|Hokkaidō}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Hokuriku Representative]]
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| {{tc|Hokuriku}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kansai Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kansai}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kantō A1 Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kantō A1}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kantō A2 Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kantō A2}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kantō B Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kantō B}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kyūshū A Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kyūshū A}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Kyūshū B Representative]]
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| {{tc|Kyūshū B}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Shikoku Representative]]
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| {{tc|Shikoku}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Tōhoku A Representative]]
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| {{tc|Tōhoku A}}
| [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)#Tournament|Tōhoku B Representative]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{green color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Stadium|Stadium}}
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| {{tc|Tōhoku B}}
| [[Rival]]
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! [[Generation II|{{color|fff|Generation II}}]]
! {{color2|000|Generation II}}
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| {{tc|Boarder}}
| {{tc|Boarder}}
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| {{tc|Camper}}
| {{pkmn|Champion}}
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| [[Elite Four]]
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| {{tc|Firebreather}}
| {{tc|Firebreather}}
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| [[Kimono Girl]]
| [[Kimono Girl]]
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| [[Gym Leader|Leader]]
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| {{tc|Medium}}
| {{tc|Medium}}
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| {{tc|Police Officer|Officer}}
| {{tc|Police Officer|Officer}}
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| {{tc|Picnicker}}
| [[Pokémon Trainer|{{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer]]
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| {{tc|Poké Fan|Pokéfan}}
| {{tc|Poké Fan|Pokéfan}}
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| [[Pokémon Trainer]]
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| {{tc|Executive|Rocket Executive}}
| {{tc|Executive|Rocket Executive}}
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| {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt|Rocket Grunt}}
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| {{tc|Sage}}
| {{tc|Sage}}
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| {{tc|Skier}}
| {{tc|Skier}}
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| {{tc|Swimmer|Swimmer♀}}
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| {{tc|Teacher}}
| {{tc|Teacher}}
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! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Crystal Version|Crystal}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Crystal Version|Crystal}}
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| [[Eusine|Mysticalman]]
| {{tc|Mystery Man|Mysticalman}}
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! {{color2|FFF|Generation III}}
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| {{tc|Aqua Admin}}
| {{tc|Aqua Admin}}
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| {{tc|Parasol Lady}}
| {{tc|Parasol Lady}}
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| {{tc|Pokémon Breeder}}
| [[Pokémon Breeder (Trainer class)|{{PK}}{{MN}} Breeder]]
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| {{tc|Pokémon Ranger}}
| [[Pokémon Ranger (Trainer class)|{{PK}}{{MN}} Ranger]]
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| {{tc|Rich Boy}}
| {{tc|Rich Boy}}
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| {{tc|Young Couple}}
| {{tc|Young Couple}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{firered color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
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| {{tc|Cool Couple}}
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| {{tc|Crush Girl}}
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| {{tc|Crush Kin}}
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| {{tc|Painter}}
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| {{tc|Executive|Team Rocket Admin}}
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| {{tc|Team Rocket Grunt}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{emerald color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
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| [[Greta|Arena Tycoon]]
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| [[Tucker|Dome Ace]]
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| {{tc|Factory Head}}
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| [[Spenser|Palace Maven]]
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| [[Lucy|Pike Queen]]
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| [[Brandon|Pyramid King]]
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| {{tc|Tower Tycoon|Salon Maiden}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{colosseum color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{colosseum color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Colosseum|Colosseum}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Colosseum|Colosseum}}
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| {{tc|Myth Trainer}}
| {{tc|Myth Trainer}}
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| {{tc|Newscaster|News Caster}}
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| [[Justy|Pregymleader]]
| [[Justy|Pregymleader]]
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| {{tc|Shady Guy}}
| {{tc|Shady Guy}}
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| {{tc|Sim Trainer}}
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| [[Gonzap|Snagem Head]]
| [[Gonzap|Snagem Head]]
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| {{tc|Team Snagem}}
| {{tc|Team Snagem}}
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| {{tc|Sim Trainer|VR Trainer}}
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| {{tc|Worker}}
| {{tc|Worker}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{firered color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
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| [[Giovanni|Boss]]
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| {{tc|Cool Couple}}
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| {{tc|Crush Girl}}
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| {{tc|Crush Kin}}
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| {{tc|Painter}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{emerald color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Emerald Version|Emerald}}
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| [[Greta|Arena Tycoon]]
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| [[Tucker|Dome Ace]]
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| {{tc|Factory Head}}
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| [[Spenser|Palace Maven]]
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| [[Lucy|Pike Queen]]
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| [[Brandon|Pyramid King]]
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| {{tc|Tower Tycoon|Salon Maiden}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{xd color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{xd color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD: Gale of Darkness}}
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon XD: Gale of Darkness|XD}}
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| {{tc|Casual Dude}}
| {{tc|Casual Dude}}
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| {{tc|Navigator}}
| {{tc|Navigator}}
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| {{tc|Newscaster}}
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| [[Robo Groudon]]
| [[Robo Groudon]]
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| {{tc|Spy}}
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| [[Zook|Thug]]
| [[Zook|Thug]]
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! [[Generation IV|{{color|FFF|Generation IV}}]]
! {{color2|000|Generation IV}}
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| {{tc|Artist}}
| {{tc|Artist}}
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| {{tc|Belle & Pa}}
| {{tc|Ranchers|Belle & Pa}}
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| {{tc|Cameraman}}
| {{tc|Cameraman}}
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|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{platinum color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Platinum Version|Platinum}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Platinum Version|Platinum}}
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| {{tc|Maid}}
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| [[Dahlia|Arcade Star]]
| [[Dahlia|Arcade Star]]
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| [[Argenta|Hall Matron]]
| [[Argenta|Hall Matron]]
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| {{tc|Maid}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{heartgold color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{heartgold color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
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! [[Generation V|{{color|FFF|Generation V}}]]
! {{color2|FFF|Generation V}}
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{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{black color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{black color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
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|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{white color}}"
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| {{tc|Backers}}
| {{tc|Backers}}
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| {{tc|Backpacker}}
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| {{tc|Baker}}
| {{tc|Baker}}
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| {{tc|Backpacker}}
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| {{tc|Office Worker|Clerk}}
| {{tc|Office Worker|Clerk}}
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| {{tc|Preschooler}}
| {{tc|Preschooler}}
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| {{tc|The Riches}}
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| {{tc|Smasher}}
| {{tc|Smasher}}
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| {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}
| {{tc|Team Plasma Grunt}}
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| {{tc|The Riches}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{black 2 color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{black 2 color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black and White 2}}
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Black and White Versions 2|Black and White 2}}
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| {{tc|World Runner-up}}
| {{tc|World Runner-up}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{black 2 color}}"
! {{color2|FFF|Pokéstar Studios characters|Pokéstar Studios}}
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! [[Pokéstar Studios characters]]
| {{tc|A-list Actor}}
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| {{tc|Actor}}
| {{tc|Actor}}
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| {{tc|Actress}}
| {{tc|Actress}}
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| {{tc|A-list Actor}}
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| {{tc|Big Star}}
| {{tc|Big Star}}
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! [[Generation VI|{{color|FFF|Generation VI}}]]
! {{color2|FFF|Generation VI}}
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{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{x color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{y color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{y color}}"
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| {{tc|Ace Duo}}
| {{tc|Ace Duo}}
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| {{tc|Artist Family}}
| {{tc|Artist Family}}
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| {{tc|Baron}}
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| {{tc|Baroness}}
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| {{tc|Battle Chatelaine}}
| {{tc|Battle Chatelaine}}
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| {{tc|Chef}}
| {{tc|Chef}}
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| {{tc|Countess}}
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| {{tc|Driver}}
| {{tc|Driver}}
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| {{tc|Duchess}}
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| {{tc|Duke}}
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| {{tc|Earl}}
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| {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}
| {{tc|Fairy Tale Girl}}
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| {{tc|Gardener}}
| {{tc|Gardener}}
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| {{tc|Grand Duchess}}
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| {{tc|Honeymooners}}
| {{tc|Honeymooners}}
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| {{tc|Lumiose Gang Member}}
| {{tc|Lumiose Gang Member}}
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| {{tc|Marchioness}}
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| {{tc|Marquis}}
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| {{tc|Monsieur}}
| {{tc|Monsieur}}
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| {{tc|Tourist}}
| {{tc|Tourist}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{y color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Battle Chateau ranks}}
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| {{tc|Baron}}
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| {{tc|Baroness}}
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| {{tc|Countess}}
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| {{tc|Duchess}}
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| {{tc|Duke}}
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| {{tc|Earl}}
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| {{tc|Grand Duchess}}
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| {{tc|Grand Duke}}
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| {{tc|Marchioness}}
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| {{tc|Marquis}}
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| {{tc|Viscount}}
| {{tc|Viscount}}
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| {{tc|Viscountess}}
| {{tc|Viscountess}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{y color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Unused}}
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| [[Unused Trainer data#Generation VI|Ace Surfer]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{omega ruby color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{omega ruby color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}
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| {{tc|Delinquent}}
| {{tc|Delinquent}}
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{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background:#{{Sun color}}; {{roundy}} border:5px solid #{{moon color}}"
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! [[Generation VII|{{color|FFF|Generation VII}}]]
! {{color2|000|Generation VII}}
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|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{moon color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{moon color}}"
! Trainer class
 
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| [[Faba|Aether Branch Chief]]
| [[Faba|Aether Branch Chief]]
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| {{tc|Golfer}}
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| [[Island Kahuna]]
| [[Island kahuna|Island Kahuna]]
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| [[Eevee users|Jolteon User]]
| [[Eevee users|Jolteon User]]
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| {{tc|Rising Star Duo}}
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| {{tc|Swimmers}}
| {{tc|Sightseer}}
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| {{tc|Swimmer Girls}}
| {{tc|Swimmer Girls}}
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| {{tc|Swimmers}}
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| [[Eevee users|Sylveon User]]
| [[Eevee users|Sylveon User]]
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| {{tc|Youth Athlete}}
| {{tc|Youth Athlete}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{ultra sun color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{ultra sun color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}
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| {{tc|Capoeira Couple}}
| {{tc|Capoeira Couple}}
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| {{tc|Coach Trainer}}
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| [[Kiyo|Karate Master]]
| [[Koichi|Karate Master]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{orange color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{orange color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX|Masters EX}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Pokémon Masters EX|Masters EX}}
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{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background:#{{Sword color}}; {{roundy}} border:5px solid #{{shield color}}"
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! [[Generation VIII|{{color|FFF|Generation VIII}}]]
! {{color2|FFF|Generation VIII}}
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{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{sword color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{sword color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{shield color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{shield color}}"
! Trainer class
 
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| {{tc|Cabbie}}
| {{tc|Cabbie}}
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| {{tc|Café Master}}
| {{tc|Café Master}}
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| {{tc|Colleagues}}
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| {{tc|Daring Couple}}
| {{tc|Daring Couple}}
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| {{tc|Model}}
| {{tc|Model}}
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| {{tc|Music Crew}}
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| {{tc|Postman}}
| {{tc|Postman}}
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| {{tc|Team Yell Grunt}}
| {{tc|Team Yell Grunt}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{stamina color}}"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{Isle of Armor color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|The Isle of Armor}}
! Introduced in {{color2|000|The Isle of Armor}}
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| {{tc|Master Dojo Student}}
| {{tc|Master Dojo Student}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{Legends Arceus color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon Legends: Arceus|Legends: Arceus}}
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| {{tc|Bandit}}
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| {{tc|Clan Leader}}
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| {{tc|Galaxy Team’s}}
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| [[Volo|Ginkgo Guild Member]]
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| [[Volo|Pokémon Wielder]]
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| {{tc|Security Corps’}}
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| {{tc|Survey Corps’}}
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| [[Warden]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{Unite color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|Pokémon UNITE|UNITE}}
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| {{tc|Aeos Trainer}}
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{| class="roundy" style="margin:auto; background:#{{scarlet color}}; {{roundy}} border:5px solid #{{violet color}}"
|-
! {{color2|FFF|Generation IX}}
|- style="margin:auto"
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{| border="1" style="border:1px solid #{{scarlet color}}; border-collapse:collapse; background:white; margin:auto" cellspacing="1" cellpadding="2"
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{violet color}}"
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| {{tc|Courier}}
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| [[Clavell|Director]]
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| {{tc|Instructor}}
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| {{tc|Student}}
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| {{tc|Team Star}}
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| {{tc|Team Star Grunt}}
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| [[Geeta|Top Champion]]
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{kitakami color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|The Teal Mask}}
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| {{tc|Festival Boy}}
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| {{tc|Festival Girl}}
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| [[Glitterati]]
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| [[Kitakami Ogre Clan]]
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| [[Perrin|Photographer]]
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| {{tc|Ruffian}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{blueberry color}}"
! {{color|FFF|Introduced in}} {{color2|FFF|The Indigo Disk}}
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| [[Kieran|BB League Champion]]
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| {{tc|BB League Elite Four}}
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| [[Cyrano|Blueberry Academy Director]]
|-
| {{tc|League Club}}
|- style="margin:auto; background:#{{kitakami color}}"
! Introduced in {{color2|000|Mochi Mayhem}}
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| [[Yukito and Hideko|Grandma]]
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| [[Yukito and Hideko|Grandpa]]
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===As a Trainer class===
===As a Trainer class===
[[File:Red HGSS battle.png|thumb|250px|The Trainer class as it appears in-battle]]
[[File:Red HGSS battle.png|thumb|250px|The Trainer class as it appears in-battle]]
In the games, Pokémon Trainer (rendered as "{{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer" until [[Generation VI]], in which the full title "Pokémon Trainer" is written out) is used as the Trainer class for certain storyline characters. These opponents tend to be the most powerful non-arena Trainers the player will face, notably including [[rival]]s (except {{ga|Blue}} and {{ga|Silver}}, who are instead outright referred to as rivals). This class is used for every opponent in link battles and the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], {{DL|Battle Tree|special Trainers}} in the [[Battle Tree]], {{DL|Battle Agency|Bosses}} of the [[Battle Agency]], as well as the following characters:
In the games, Pokémon Trainer (rendered as "{{PK}}{{MN}} Trainer" until [[Generation VI]], in which the full title "Pokémon Trainer" is written out) is used as the Trainer class for certain storyline characters. These opponents tend to be the most powerful non-arena Trainers the player will face. This class is used for all [[rival]]s (except {{ga|Blue}} and {{ga|Silver}}, who are instead outright referred to as rivals), every opponent in link battles and the [[Pokémon World Tournament]], {{DL|Battle Tree|special Trainers}} in the [[Battle Tree]], and {{DL|Battle Agency|Bosses}} of the [[Battle Agency]], as well as the following characters:


* {{game|Gold and Silver|s|Pokémon Gold, Silver}}, and {{v2|Crystal}}: {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Cal}}, and {{ga|Carrie}}
* {{game|Gold and Silver|s|Pokémon Gold, Silver}}, and {{v2|Crystal}}: {{ga|Red}}, {{ga|Cal}}, and {{ga|Carrie}}
* {{game|Emerald}}: {{Steven}}
* {{game|Emerald}}: {{Steven}}
* {{game|Platinum}}: the [[Stat Trainers]] ([[Cheryl]], [[Mira]], [[Riley]], [[Buck]], and [[Marley]])
* [[Pokémon Diamond and Pearl|Pokémon Diamond, Pearl]], and [[Pokémon Platinum|Platinum]]: the [[Stat Trainers]] ([[Cheryl]], [[Mira]], [[Riley]], [[Buck]], and [[Marley]])
* {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}: Red
* {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}: Red
* {{game|Black and White|s}}: [[Cynthia]] and [[N]]{{tt|*|Before he is revealed to be a member of Team Plasma}}
* {{game|Black and White|s}}: [[Cynthia]], {{ga|Hilbert}}{{tt|*|as NPC}}, {{ga|Hilda}}{{tt|*|as NPC}}.
* {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}: Cynthia, [[Colress]]{{tt|*|Before he is revealed to be a member of Team Plasma, as well as after Team Plasma's defeat}}, [[Rood]], N, [[Alder]], [[Cilan]], [[Chili]], and [[Cress]]
* {{B2W2}}: Cynthia, [[Colress]]{{tt|*|Before he is revealed to be a member of Team Plasma, as well as after Team Plasma's defeat}}, [[Rood]], N, [[Alder]], [[Cilan]], [[Chili]], [[Cress]], {{ga|Nate}}{{tt|*|as NPC}}, and {{ga|Rosa}}{{tt|*|as NPC}}.
* {{g|X and Y}}: [[AZ]], [[Emma|Essentia]], and [[Malva]]{{tt|*|During the post-game Looker sidequest}}
* {{g|X and Y}}: [[AZ]], [[Emma|Essentia]], and [[Malva]]{{tt|*|During the post-game Looker sidequest}}
* {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}: [[Zinnia]]{{tt|*|First battle}}
* {{g|Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire}}: [[Zinnia]]{{tt|*|First battle}}
* [[Pokémon Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun, Moon]], [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon]]: [[Dexio]], [[Sina]]{{sup/7|M}}{{sup/7|UM}}, [[Molayne]]{{sup/7|SM}}, [[Anabel]]{{sup/7|SM}}, Red{{tt|*|First optional encounter}}, Blue{{tt|*|First optional encounter}}, [[Ryuki]], [[Plumeria]]{{tt|*|After Team Skull is disbanded}}, [[Guzma]]{{tt|*|After Team Skull is disbanded}}, and [[Lillie]]{{sup/7|USUM}}
* [[Pokémon Sun and Moon|Pokémon Sun, Moon]], [[Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon|Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon]]: [[Dexio]], [[Sina]]{{sup/7|MUM}}, [[Molayne]]{{sup/7|SM}}, [[Anabel]]{{sup/7|SM}}, Red{{tt|*|First optional encounter}}, Blue{{tt|*|First optional encounter}}, [[Ryuki]], [[Plumeria]]{{tt|*|After Team Skull is disbanded}}, [[Guzma]]{{tt|*|After Team Skull is disbanded}}, and [[Lillie]]{{sup/7|USUM}}
* [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]: [[Mina]], Blue{{tt|*|First battle}}, [[Archer]]{{tt|*|After Team Rocket is disbanded}}, {{ga|Green}}, and Red
* [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]]: [[Mina]], Blue{{tt|*|First battle}}, [[Archer]]{{tt|*|After Team Rocket is disbanded}}, {{ga|Green}}, and Red
* {{g|Sword and Shield}}: [[Hop]], [[Bede]]{{tt|*|Before becoming a Gym Leader}}, [[Marnie]]{{tt|*|Before Champion tournaments}}, [[Piers]]{{tt|*|During Champion tournaments}}, [[Leon]]{{tt|*|After losing his Championship title}}, [[Sordward]], [[Shielbert]], [[Klara]]{{tt|*|Prior to the Galarian Star Tournament}}{{sup/8|Sw}}, [[Avery]]{{tt|*|Prior to the Galarian Star Tournament}}{{sup/8|Sh}}, [[Peony]], and [[Opal]]{{tt|*|Galarian Star Tournament}}
* {{g|Sword and Shield}}: [[Piers]]{{tt|*|During Champion tournaments}}, [[Leon]]{{tt|*|After losing his Championship title}}, [[Sordward]], [[Shielbert]], [[Peony]], and [[Opal]]{{tt|*|Galarian Star Tournament}}
* {{g|Scarlet and Violet}}: [[Penny]]{{tt|*|Post-game}}, [[Navi Squad's Base|Youssef]], [[Ruchbah Squad's Base|Harrington]], [[Carmine]], [[Lacey]]{{tt|*|First battle}}, [[Mochi Mayhem|Shige, and Aya]]


==In the spin-off games==
==In the spin-off games==
===Play It! series===
In the introduction of [[Pokémon Play It!]] and [[Pokémon Play It! Version 2]], {{OBP|Julie|Play It!}} says that she and the [[player character]] are Pokémon Trainers. However, they play the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}} rather than train Pokémon. In the lesson "What's a Trainer card?", Julie mentions that [[Bill]] is a Trainer as well.
===Super Smash Bros. series===
===Super Smash Bros. series===
[[File:Pokemon Trainer SSBU.png|thumb|250px|Pokémon Trainer in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]
[[File:Pokemon Trainer SSBU.png|thumb|200px|Pokémon Trainer in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]
{{main|Pokémon Trainer (Super Smash Bros.)}}
{{main|Pokémon Trainer (Super Smash Bros.)}}
There is a {{player|playable character}} called "{{sbw|Pokémon Trainer|Pokémon Trainer}}" in the game [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. His appearance is based on {{ga|Red}}'s [[Generation III]] design, and he uses {{p|Squirtle|members}} {{p|Ivysaur|of}} {{p|Charizard|the}} [[evolution]]ary families of the [[Kanto]] {{pkmn2|starter}}s to battle against the others. While he was absent in [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]], he returned in [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]], along an alternate female version based on {{ga|Leaf}}.
There is a {{player|playable character}} called "{{sbw|Pokémon Trainer|Pokémon Trainer}}" in the game [[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]. His appearance is based on {{ga|Red}}'s [[Generation III]] design, and he uses members of the [[List of Pokémon by evolutionary line|evolutionary lines]] of the [[Kanto first partner Pokémon]] to battle against the others, namely {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Ivysaur}}, and {{p|Charizard}}. While he was absent in [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]], he returned in [[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]], along an alternate female version based on {{ga|Leaf}}.


====Trophy information====
====Trophy information====
[[File:Pokémon_Trainer_3DS_trophy_SSB4.png|thumb|150px|Pokémon Trainer trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. for 3DS'']]
[[File:Pokémon Trainer 3DS trophy SSB4.png|thumb|left|150px|Pokémon Trainer trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS]]
[[File:Pokémon_Trainer_XY_3DS_trophy_SSB4.png|thumb|150px|Pokémon Trainer X&Y trophy in ''Super Smash Bros. for 3DS'']]
[[File:Pokémon Trainer XY 3DS trophy SSB4.png|thumb|150px|Pokémon Trainer X&Y trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS]]
Two trophies appear in the 3DS version of [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]], one of the Brawl character and one of the player characters from {{g|X and Y}}.
Two trophies appear in the 3DS version of [[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U]], one of the Brawl character and one of the player characters from {{g|X and Y}}.


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'''PAL''': ''If you've been living under a rock for some years now, let us explain. In Pokémon, you start from your home town on your own Pokémon journey, catching Pokémon and fighting battles with them. In Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, you reach the next town and find yourself embroiled in a tale of... Well, we won't spoil it for you.''
'''PAL''': ''If you've been living under a rock for some years now, let us explain. In Pokémon, you start from your home town on your own Pokémon journey, catching Pokémon and fighting battles with them. In Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, you reach the next town and find yourself embroiled in a tale of... Well, we won't spoil it for you.''
===Pokémon Shuffle===
In {{g|Shuffle}}, [[Mega Evolution|Mega Evolved]] Pokémon (which appear as bosses in [[stage (Shuffle)#Main stage|main stage]]s and [[competitive stage]]s) are each accompanied by a Pokémon Trainer. These Pokémon Trainers are depicted in silhouette. The first one, located in Stage 10 of [[Puerto Blanco]], owns a Audino capable of [[Mega Evolution]]. They ask the player to battle them. Afterward, they give the player a [[Audinite]] that they can use to [[Mega Evolve]] their own Audino, and provide some instructions on how to use it.
All other Trainers only have one line before sending out their Pokémon, and do not say anything after the battle. This also applies to any additional playthroughs of Stage 10. If the stage was one of the main stages, the Mega Stone corresponding to their Pokémon is still rewarded after the battle. However, there is no accompanying dialogue
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===Play It! series===
In the introduction of [[Pokémon Play It!]] and [[Pokémon Play It! Version 2]], {{OBP|Julie|Play It!}} says that she and the [[player character]] are Pokémon Trainers. However, they play the {{pkmn|Trading Card Game}} rather than train Pokémon. In the lesson "What's a Trainer card?", Julie mentions that [[Bill]] is a Trainer as well.


==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* For ''[[DP005|Gettin' Twiggy With It!]]'', [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]] is about Pokémon Trainers. He writes this {{wp|senryū}} about it: 「さあ10さい　ぼくもわたしも　トレーナー」 ''"Ah, the age 10; we will all be Trainers."''
* For ''[[DP005|Gettin' Twiggy With It!]]'', [[Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia]] is about Pokémon Trainers. He writes this {{wp|senryū}} about it: 「さあ10さい　ぼくもわたしも　トレーナー」 ''"Ah, the age 10; we will all be Trainers."''
* It is stated in the {{pkmn|anime}} that a person may not become a Trainer until the age of 10; however, this is not the case in other media as some Trainers are obviously below the minimum age, such as the Trainer classes {{tc|Twins}}, {{tc|Tuber}}, and {{tc|Preschooler}}. Some Preschoolers in the [[Battle Subway]] emphasize the fact that they are four years old. However, in the anime episode ''[[BW065|Battling the Bully!]]'', {{an|Cilan}} mentions that young kids are allowed to have battles for fun.
* It is stated in the {{pkmn|anime}} that a person may not become a Trainer until the age of 10; however, this is not the case in other media as some Trainers are obviously below the minimum age, such as the Trainer classes {{tc|Twins}}, {{tc|Tuber}}, and {{tc|Preschooler}}. Some Preschoolers in the [[Battle Subway]] emphasize the fact that they are four years old. However, in the anime episode ''[[BW065|Battling the Bully!]]'', {{an|Cilan}} mentions that young kids are allowed to have battles for fun.
** In addition, [[Poppy]] of the Paldea Elite Four is stated to be 9 years old.
* In [[Generation I]] and [[Generation II]], the word "Trainer" is not capitalized. However, it is capitalized in later games.
* In [[Generation I]] and [[Generation II]], the word "Trainer" is not capitalized. However, it is capitalized in later games.
* In ''[[Pocket Monsters: The Animation]]'', it was revealed that Pokémon training was a very dangerous sport, as the mere act of training a Pokémon can result in severe injuries or even death. It also mentions that various men try to go out and become a Pokémon trainer at age 10 (which was considered the legal age of adulthood), and there was a high dropout rate regarding whether they become skilled Trainers that afterwards they come across as incompetent. It is also implied that this is the reason why most of the professional workplaces are almost entirely staffed by women.
* In ''[[Pocket Monsters: The Animation]]'', it was revealed that Pokémon training was a very dangerous sport, as the mere act of training a Pokémon can result in severe injuries or even death. It also mentions that various men try to go out and become a Pokémon trainer at age 10 (which was considered the legal age of adulthood), and there was a high dropout rate regarding whether they become skilled Trainers that afterwards they come across as incompetent. It is also implied that this is the reason why many professional workplaces are primarily staffed by women.
* [[Pokémon X and Y]] introduced the most new Trainer classes out of any [[core series]] games, with 47.
* [[Pokémon X and Y]] introduced the most new Trainer classes of any [[core series]] game, with 47.
* {{game|Crystal}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} introduced the least amount of new Trainer classes out of any games, with one each.
* {{game|Crystal}} and {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}} introduced the fewest new Trainer classes of any core series games, with one each.
* [[Pokémon Sword and Shield]] introduced the least amount of new Trainer classes out of any first game of a Generation, with 14.
* The only Trainer classes to appear in every main line game are the {{tc|Black Belt}}, {{tc|Hiker}}, and {{tc|Youngster}}.


==In other languages==
==In other languages==
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Trainer redirects here. For other uses, see Trainer (disambiguation).
Generation I artwork of Pokémon Trainers flying on their Pokémon

A Pokémon Trainer[a] (Japanese: ポケモントレーナー Pokémon Trainer) is a person who catches, trains, cares for, and battles with Pokémon. The majority of people within the known Pokémon world are Trainers.

Pokémon Trainer is a broad term for any person who owns Pokémon, including Coordinators and Breeders. However, the term is more often used to refer to people on a journey to collect Gym Badges and enter the Pokémon League.

In the core series games

Trainers from different classes, from left to right: a Rocket Grunt, a Lass, and a Bug Catcher

Many Trainers leave home, sometimes accompanied with a first partner Pokémon obtained from a Pokémon Professor, to travel around one or more regions, doing such things as gathering information for a Pokédex, perfecting their technique, collecting Gym Badges, and working to become a Pokémon Master. No matter what their specialties or aims, there is one code that they all follow—when two Trainers make eye contact, they must have a battle.

Pokémon Trainers come in all sorts of classes: Youngsters tend to stay close to home, and Bug Catchers swarm about the Bug-filled forests; Hikers traverse mountains and caves, Fishermen are rarely far from water, and Ace Trainers aspire to compete in the Pokémon League. A Trainer's class may reflect their favorite type, the areas they prefer, their technique, and their level of skill; however, even within each class, Trainers may vary greatly.

A Pokédex and set of Poké Balls for a beginning Trainer in Pokémon the Series: Black & White

Many towns have a Gym run by a strong and experienced Trainer known as a Gym Leader. Other Trainers may challenge a Gym Leader, and if the Gym Leader is defeated in battle, they award the challenger a Badge. However, in the Pokémon anime, the Gym Leader may award the Trainer a Badge for other reasons, since the Badge is a symbol of the Trainer's skill. For example, Ash won several of his early Badges by refusing to take an unfair advantage or going out of his way to save a Gym, which proved himself as an exceptional Trainer outside of battle. In Alola, each of the four islands has a kahuna who may be challenged by traveling Trainers taking the island challenge after the completion of their island's trials.

Above the level of Gym Leaders and island kahunas are the Elite Four members and the Pokémon League Champion. There are also Trainers who serve as leaders for battle facilities not recognized by the Pokémon League, such as the Frontier Brains of the Battle Frontier and the Battle Chatelaines of the Battle Maison. These Trainers are considered the cream of the crop, and should a Trainer defeat other Trainers at this level, it is not uncommon for them to be offered a place in these high ranks.

However, just as there are many Trainers with noble goals and lawful methods, there are also corrupt Trainers, including a number of villainous teams and poachers. These Trainers often use powerful Pokémon to take what they want and further their plans.

While the viability of Pokémon training as a lifestyle is never outright stated in most games, it is implied in Pokémon Sun and Moon that it does not guarantee a sufficient income. Several Eevee users are seen having to take up part-time jobs in order to obtain the finances needed to support themselves, with the latter being unable to go into retirement using just the funds from Pokémon training.

During the time period in which Pokémon Legends: Arceus is set, the term "Pokémon Trainer" was not in use, though a few people at the time still kept, trained, cared for, and battled with Pokémon as partners. The phrase "Pokémon wielder" or "wielder of Pokémon" is used by Volo to describe himself and the player (though no other contemporaneous character uses the term) and in Raifort's explanation about the treasures of ruin; the same Japanese phrase has also been translated as "Pokémon user" or "user of Pokémon" in past games going back to Pokémon Gold and Silver.

Trainer class

Trainer classes, officially known as a Trainer typePtHGSS (Japanese: トレーナータイプ Trainer type), Trainer TitlePBR (Japanese: かたがき title), or titleHGSSBWB2W2 (Japanese: 肩書(かたが)き title), are the types of non-playable Pokémon Trainers that players can battle in all core series Pokémon games. They come in different varieties and sprites which describe their occupation, estimated age, and sometimes what Pokémon they train. For example, a Psychic is a young adult with telekinetic powers who trains Psychic-type Pokémon.

All Trainer classes have overworld or field sprites that sometimes may be used for non-Trainers. Unlike in-battle sprites, overworld sprites may be shared between multiple Trainer classes such as the Ace Trainer overworld sprite, which is shared with Dragon Tamers and Pokémon Rangers in Generation IV. Notable Trainer classes, such as Gym Leaders, have unique sprites between each individual one. Trainer classes can be combined in certain Double Battles; for example a Crush Girl and a Black Belt can team up to form a Crush Kin; however, special class names are not created for Trainers involved in a Multi Battle.

From Generation III to Generation V, the player assumes the form of a generic Trainer class of their choice when data of this player is exchanged wirelessly or through record mixing to another core series game of the same generation. In Pokémon Battle Revolution, the player can choose a Trainer Title for their Custom Pass.

List of Trainer classes

Main article: Category:Trainer classes
Generation I
Beauty
Biker
Bird Keeper
Blackbelt
Bug Catcher
Burglar
Channeler
Cooltrainer
Cue Ball
Engineer
Fisherman
Gambler
Gentleman
Hiker
Jr. Trainer♂
Jr. Trainer♀
Juggler
Lass
PokéManiac
Psychic
Rocker
Rocket
Sailor
Scientist
Super Nerd
Swimmer
Tamer
Youngster
Unused
Chief
Introduced in StadiumJPN
Chūbu A Representative
Chūbu B Representative
Chūgoku A Representative
Chūgoku B Representative
Hokkaidō Representative
Hokuriku Representative
Kansai Representative
Kantō A1 Representative
Kantō A2 Representative
Kantō B Representative
Kyūshū A Representative
Kyūshū B Representative
Shikoku Representative
Tōhoku A Representative
Tōhoku B Representative
Introduced in Stadium
Rival
Generation II
Boarder
Champion
Elite Four
Firebreather
Guitarist
Kimono Girl
Leader
Medium
Officer
PKMN Trainer
Pokéfan
Rocket Executive
Sage
Schoolboy
Skier
Teacher
Twins
Introduced in Crystal
Mysticalman
Generation III
Aqua Admin
Aqua Leader
Aroma Lady
Battle Girl
Bug Maniac
Collector
Dragon Tamer
Expert
Hex Maniac
Interviewer
Kindler
Lady
Magma Admin
Magma Leader
Ninja Boy
Old Couple
Parasol Lady
PKMN Breeder
PKMN Ranger
Rich Boy
Ruin Maniac
Sis and Bro
Sr. and Jr.
Team Aqua Grunt
Team Magma Grunt
Triathlete
Tuber
Winstrate
Young Couple
Introduced in Colosseum
Area Leader
Athlete
Bandana Guy
Bodybuilder
Chaser
Cipher
Cipher Admin
Cipher Head
Cipher Peon
Deep King
Fun Old Lady
Fun Old Man
Glasses Man
Guy
Hunter
Lady in Suit
Miror B.Peon
Mt.BtlMaster
Mystery Troop
Myth Trainer
News Caster
Pregymleader
Rider
Rogue
Roller Boy
Shady Guy
Snagem Head
St.Performer
Supertrainer
Team Snagem
VR Trainer
Worker
Introduced in FireRed and LeafGreen
Boss
Cool Couple
Crush Girl
Crush Kin
Painter
Introduced in Emerald
Arena Tycoon
Dome Ace
Factory Head
Palace Maven
Pike Queen
Pyramid King
Salon Maiden
Introduced in XD
Casual Dude
Casual Guy
Cipher Cmdr
Curmudgeon
Grand Master
Kaminko Aide
Navigator
Robo Groudon
Thug
Wanderer
Generation IV
Artist
Belle & Pa
Cameraman
Clown
Commander
Cowgirl
Cyclist
Double Team
Galactic Grunt
Galactic Boss
Idol
Jogger
Poké Kid
Rancher
Reporter
Socialite
Veteran
Waiter
Waitress
Introduced in Battle Revolution
Beginning Trainer
Bug-Catching Man
Challenger
Close Siblings
Colosseum Leader
Colosseum Master
Cool Beauty
Cute Maniac
Electrifying Guy
Future Girl
Girl In Love
Hardheaded Girl
High-Tech Maniac
Hiking Club Member
Hiking Girl
Icy Guy
Joe's Groupie
Leader-in-Training
Little Queen
Lone Wolf
Mature Couple
May-December Couple
Muddy Boy
New Star
Ordinary Guy
Ordinary Lady
Passionate Man
Passionate Rider
Picnic Girl
Pikachu Fan
Poison Tongue Boy
Pokétopia Master
Sashay Fan Club
Sci-Fi Maniac
Shocking Girl
Sightseer
Steel Spirit
Stubborn Boy
Swimming Champ
Swimming Club Member
Three Brothers
Three Sisters
Tomboy
Traveling Guy
Traveling Lady
Twin Brothers
Twin Sisters
Youthful Couple
Introduced in Platinum
Arcade Star
Castle Valet
Hall Matron
Maid
Introduced in HeartGold and SoulSilver
Elder
Generation V
Backers
Backpacker
Baker
Clerk
Dancer
Depot Agent
Doctor
GAME FREAK
Harlequin
Hooligans
Hoopster
Infielder
Janitor
Linebacker
Motorcyclist
Musician
Nurse
Nursery Aide
Pilot
Preschooler
Smasher
Striker
Subway Boss
Team Plasma
Team Plasma Grunt
The Riches
Introduced in Black and White 2
Boss Trainer
Junior Representative
Master Representative
Senior Representative
World Champion
World Finalist
World Runner-up
Pokéstar Studios
A-list Actor
Actor
Actress
Big Star
Celebrity
Chic Actress
Child Star
Comedian
Fine Actor
Movie Star
New Actress
Star Actor
Suit Actor
Unique Star
Veteran Star
Generation VI
Ace Duo
Artist Family
Battle Chatelaine
Brains & Brawn
Butler
Chef
Driver
Fairy Tale Girl
Furisode Girl
Garçon
Gardener
Honeymooners
Lumiose Gang Member
Monsieur
Mysterious Sisters
Owner
Poké Fan Family
Pokémon Professor
Punk Couple
Punk Girl
Punk Guy
Rangers
Rising Star
Roller Skater
Schoolboy
Schoolgirl
Sky Trainer
Successor
Suspicious Child
Suspicious Lady
Suspicious Woman
Team Flare
Team Flare Admin
Team Flare Boss
Team Flare Grunt
Tourist
Battle Chateau ranks
Baron
Baroness
Countess
Duchess
Duke
Earl
Grand Duchess
Grand Duke
Marchioness
Marquis
Viscount
Viscountess
Unused
Ace Surfer
Introduced in Omega Ruby and Alpha Sapphire
Delinquent
Fare Prince
Free Diver
Lorekeeper
Proprietor
Rotation Girl
Scuba Diver
Secret Base Expert
Secret Base Trainer
Sootopolitan
Street Thug
Generation VII
Aether Branch Chief
Aether Foundation
Aether Foundation Employee
Aether President
Athletic Siblings
Battle Legend
Bellhop
Captain
Cook
Eevee User
Espeon User
Firefighter
Flareon User
Glaceon User
Golf Buddies
Golfer
Island Kahuna
Jolteon User
Karate Family
Leafeon User
Pokémon Center Lady
Principal
Pro Wrestler
Punk Pair
Rising Star Duo
Sightseer
Swimmer Girls
Swimmers
Sylveon User
Team Skull
Team Skull Admin
Team Skull Boss
Team Skull Grunt
Trial Guide
Umbreon User
Vaporeon User
Veteran Duo
Youth Athlete
Introduced in Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon
Capoeira Couple
Dancing Family
Kantonian Gym
Master & Apprentice
Sparring Partners
Surfer
Team Aqua
Team Galactic
Team Magma
Team Rainbow Rocket
Team Rainbow Rocket Grunt
Tourist Couple
Ultra Forest Kartenvoy
Ultra Recon Squad
Introduced in Let's Go, Pikachu!
and Let's Go, Eevee!
Coach Trainer
Karate Master
Introduced in Masters EX
Masked Man
Masked Woman
Generation VIII
Cabbie
Café Master
Colleagues
Daring Couple
Gym Challenger
Gym Trainer
League Staff
Macro Cosmos's
Medical Team
Model
Music Crew
Postman
Team Yell Grunt
Introduced in The Isle of Armor
Dojo Master
Dojo Matron
Master Dojo Student
Introduced in Legends: Arceus
Bandit
Clan Leader
Galaxy Team’s
Ginkgo Guild Member
Pokémon Wielder
Security Corps’
Survey Corps’
Warden
Introduced in UNITE
Aeos Trainer
Generation IX
Courier
Director
Instructor
Student
Team Star
Team Star Grunt
Top Champion
Introduced in The Teal Mask
Festival Boy
Festival Girl
Glitterati
Kitakami Ogre Clan
Photographer
Ruffian
Introduced in The Indigo Disk
BB League Champion
BB League Elite Four
Blueberry Academy Director
League Club
Introduced in Mochi Mayhem
Grandma
Grandpa

As a Trainer class

The Trainer class as it appears in-battle

In the games, Pokémon Trainer (rendered as "PKMN Trainer" until Generation VI, in which the full title "Pokémon Trainer" is written out) is used as the Trainer class for certain storyline characters. These opponents tend to be the most powerful non-arena Trainers the player will face. This class is used for all rivals (except Blue and Silver, who are instead outright referred to as rivals), every opponent in link battles and the Pokémon World Tournament, special Trainers in the Battle Tree, and Bosses of the Battle Agency, as well as the following characters:

In the spin-off games

Play It! series

In the introduction of Pokémon Play It! and Pokémon Play It! Version 2, Julie says that she and the player character are Pokémon Trainers. However, they play the Trading Card Game rather than train Pokémon. In the lesson "What's a Trainer card?", Julie mentions that Bill is a Trainer as well.

Super Smash Bros. series

Pokémon Trainer in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
Main article: Pokémon Trainer (Super Smash Bros.)

There is a playable character called "Pokémon Trainer" in the game Super Smash Bros. Brawl. His appearance is based on Red's Generation III design, and he uses members of the evolutionary lines of the Kanto first partner Pokémon to battle against the others, namely Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Charizard. While he was absent in Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U, he returned in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, along an alternate female version based on Leaf.

Trophy information

Pokémon Trainer trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS
Pokémon Trainer X&Y trophy in Super Smash Bros. for 3DS

Two trophies appear in the 3DS version of Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS/Wii U, one of the Brawl character and one of the player characters from Pokémon X and Y.

Pokémon Trainer

NA: Pop quiz! What do Misty, Brock, Cynthia, Iris, and Ash all have in common? That's right—they're all Pokémon Trainers! This Pokémon Master in the making is the same. Back in Super Smash Bros. Brawl, he fought to be the very best—like no one ever was. To smash them was his real test—to launch them was his cause!

PAL: Quiz time! What do Misty, Brock, Cynthia, Iris and Ash all have in common? That's right - they're all Pokémon Trainers! This Pokémon Master in the making is just the same. He fought to be the very best - like no one ever was - back in Super Smash Bros. Brawl. To smash them was his real test - to launch them was his cause.

Pokémon Trainer (Pokémon X & Y) (NA)/Trainers (PAL)

NA: We suppose it's possible you've missed out up till now, so let us explain: in Pokémon, you set out from your hometown on a Pokémon journey, catching Pokémon and fighting battles with them. In Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, you reach the next town and find yourself embroiled in a tale of... No, wait—no spoilers!

PAL: If you've been living under a rock for some years now, let us explain. In Pokémon, you start from your home town on your own Pokémon journey, catching Pokémon and fighting battles with them. In Pokémon X and Pokémon Y, you reach the next town and find yourself embroiled in a tale of... Well, we won't spoil it for you.

Pokémon Shuffle

In Pokémon Shuffle, Mega Evolved Pokémon (which appear as bosses in main stages and competitive stages) are each accompanied by a Pokémon Trainer. These Pokémon Trainers are depicted in silhouette. The first one, located in Stage 10 of Puerto Blanco, owns a Audino capable of Mega Evolution. They ask the player to battle them. Afterward, they give the player a Audinite that they can use to Mega Evolve their own Audino, and provide some instructions on how to use it.

All other Trainers only have one line before sending out their Pokémon, and do not say anything after the battle. This also applies to any additional playthroughs of Stage 10. If the stage was one of the main stages, the Mega Stone corresponding to their Pokémon is still rewarded after the battle. However, there is no accompanying dialogue

Trivia

  • For Gettin' Twiggy With It!, Professor Oak's Big Pokémon Encyclopedia is about Pokémon Trainers. He writes this senryū about it: 「さあ10さい　ぼくもわたしも　トレーナー」 "Ah, the age 10; we will all be Trainers."
  • It is stated in the anime that a person may not become a Trainer until the age of 10; however, this is not the case in other media as some Trainers are obviously below the minimum age, such as the Trainer classes Twins, Tuber, and Preschooler. Some Preschoolers in the Battle Subway emphasize the fact that they are four years old. However, in the anime episode Battling the Bully!, Cilan mentions that young kids are allowed to have battles for fun.
    • In addition, Poppy of the Paldea Elite Four is stated to be 9 years old.
  • In Generation I and Generation II, the word "Trainer" is not capitalized. However, it is capitalized in later games.
  • In Pocket Monsters: The Animation, it was revealed that Pokémon training was a very dangerous sport, as the mere act of training a Pokémon can result in severe injuries or even death. It also mentions that various men try to go out and become a Pokémon trainer at age 10 (which was considered the legal age of adulthood), and there was a high dropout rate regarding whether they become skilled Trainers that afterwards they come across as incompetent. It is also implied that this is the reason why many professional workplaces are primarily staffed by women.
  • Pokémon X and Y introduced the most new Trainer classes of any core series game, with 47.
  • Pokémon Crystal and HeartGold and SoulSilver introduced the fewest new Trainer classes of any core series games, with one each.
  • The only Trainer classes to appear in every main line game are the Black Belt, Hiker, and Youngster.

In other languages

Language Title
The Arab world Flag.png Arabic مدرب بوكيمون
Bulgaria Flag.png Bulgarian Треньор на покемони Tren'or na Pokémoni
Chinese Cantonese 寶可夢訓練家 Pokémon Fanlihngā *
寵物小精靈訓練員 Chúngmaht-síujīnglìhng Fanlihnyùhn *
小精靈訓練員 Síujīnglìhng Fanlihnyùhn *
精靈訓練員 Jīnglìhng Fanlihnyùhn *
寵物小精靈訓練者 Chúngmaht-síujīnglìhng Fanlihnjé *
Mandarin 寶可夢訓練家 / 宝可梦训练家 Pokémon Xùnliànjiā *
宝可梦训练师 Pokémon Xùnliànshī *
神奇寶貝訓練家 Shénqí-baǒbeì Xùnliànjiā *
神奇寶貝訓練師 / 神奇宝贝训练师 Shénqí-baǒbeì Xùnliànshī *
神奇寶貝飼主 Shénqí-bǎobèi Sìzhǔ *
宠物小精灵训练师 Chǒngwù-xiǎojīnglíng Xùnliànshī *
宠物精灵教练 Chǒngwù-jīnglíng Jiàoliàn *
Croatia Flag.png Croatian Trener Pokémona
Pokémon Trener
The Czech Republic Flag.png Czech Trenér Pokémonů
Denmark Flag.png Danish Pokémon-træner
The Netherlands Flag.png Dutch Pokémon-trainer
Finland Flag.png Finnish Pokémon-kouluttaja
Pokémon-valmentaja*
France Flag.png French Dresseur de Pokémon
Germany Flag.png German Pokémon-Trainer
Greece Flag.png Greek Εκπαιδευτής Πόκεμον Ekpaideftís Pókemon
Israel Flag.png Hebrew מאמן פוקימון Meamen Pokémon (♂)
מאמנת פוקימון Meamenet Pokémon (♀)
India Flag.png Hindi पोकेमोन ट्रेनर Pokémon Trainer
Hungary Flag.png Hungarian Pokémon Edző
Pokémon-tréner
Iceland Flag.png Icelandic Pokémon-þjálfari
Pokémon-temjari*
Indonesia Flag.png Indonesian Pelatih Pokémon
Trainer Pokémon
Italy Flag.png Italian Allenatore di Pokémon (♂)
Allenatrice di Pokémon (♀)
South Korea Flag.png Korean 포켓몬 트레이너 Pokémon Trainer
Malaysia Flag.png Malaysian Pelatih Pokémon
Norway Flag.png Norwegian Pokémon-trener
Poland Flag.png Polish Trener Pokémonów (♂)
Trenerka Pokémonów (♀)
Portugal Flag.png Portuguese Treinador Pokémon (♂)
Treinadora Pokémon (♀)
Romania Flag.png Romanian Antrenor Pokémon
Russia Flag.png Russian Тренер Покемонов Trener Pokémonov
Serbia Flag.png Serbian Trener Pokémona
Spain Flag.png Spanish Entrenador Pokémon (♂)
Entrenadora Pokémon (♀)
Sweden Flag.png Swedish Pokémon-tränare
Tamil Flag.png Tamil போகிமொன் ட்ரைநர் Pokémon Trainer
India Flag.png Telugu పోకెమోన్ ట్రైనర్ Pokémon Trainer
Thailand Flag.png Thai โปเกมอนเทรนเนอร์ Pokémon Trainer
Turkey Flag.png Turkish Pokémon Eğitmeni
Vietnam Flag.png Vietnamese Người huấn luyện Pokémon
Nhà huấn luyện Pokémon

Trainer typePtHGSS

Language Title
France Flag.png French Type de Dresseur
Germany Flag.png German Trainer-Typ
Italy Flag.png Italian Categoria Allenatore
South Korea Flag.png Korean 트레이너 타입 Trainer type
Spain Flag.png Spanish Tipo de Entrenador

Trainer TitlePBR

Language Title
France Flag.png French Titre de Dresseur
Germany Flag.png German Trainertitel
Italy Flag.png Italian Titolo Allenatore
Titolo dell'Allenatore
Spain Flag.png Spanish Título de entrenador
Título

TitleHGSSBWB2W2 / TypeBWB2W2

Language Title
France Flag.png French TitreBWB2W2
ActivitéHGSSBWB2W2
Germany Flag.png German TitelBWB2W2
Trainer-TypBWB2W2
StatusHGSS
Italy Flag.png Italian TitoloBWB2W2
CategoriaBWB2W2
TipoHGSS
South Korea Flag.png Korean 호칭 Hoching
Spain Flag.png Spanish TítuloHGSS
Tipo de EntrenadorBWB2W2

Notes

  1. ↑ In some early official media, "Trainer" was formatted in sentence case as "trainer". For example, "You've been finally granted your Pokémon trainer's license. Now it's time to to become the world's greatest Pokémon trainer!" (written on the back of the boxes of Pokémon Red and Blue)

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Trainer classes in the Pokémon core series
Kanto Ace Trainer* • Beauty • Biker • Bird Keeper • Black Belt* • Bug Catcher • Burglar • Camper* • ChampionGSCFRLGHGSSPE
Channeler • Elite FourGSCFRLGHGSSPE • Engineer • Fisherman • Gamer* • Gentleman • Gym Leader*GSCFRLGHGSSPE
Hiker • Juggler • Lass • Picnicker* • Poké Maniac* • Pokémon Trainer*GSCPE • Psychic • RivalFRLG • Rocker • Roughneck*
Sailor • Scientist • Super Nerd • Swimmer • Tamer • Team Rocket Boss*FRLGHGSSPE • Team Rocket Grunt* • Youngster
BoarderHGSS • Double TeamHGSS • FirebreatherGSCHGSS • GuitaristGSCHGSS • MediumGSCHGSS
PokéfanGSCHGSS • School Kid*GSCHGSS • SkierHGSS • TeacherGSCHGSS • TwinsGSCFRLGHGSS
Cool CoupleFRLG • Crush KinFRLG • Sis and BroFRLG • Young CoupleFRLGHGSS
Coach TrainerPE • Karate MasterPE • Punk GuyPE • Team RocketPE • Team Rocket AdminPE
Master TrainersPE
Unused Trainer class:
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Johto Ace Trainer* • Beauty • Biker • Bird Keeper • Black Belt* • Boarder • Bug Catcher • Burglar • Camper
Champion • Executive* • Firebreather • Fisherman* • Gentleman • Guitarist • Hiker • Juggler • Kimono Girl • Lass
Leader • Medium • Picnicker • Pokéfan • Poké Maniac* • PKMN Trainer • Policeman* • Psychic • RivalHGSS • Sage
Sailor • School Kid* • Scientist • Skier • Super Nerd • Swimmer • Teacher • Team Rocket Grunt* • Twins • Youngster
Mystery Man*CHGSS • Double TeamHGSS • ElderHGSS • PasserbyHGSS • Young CoupleHGSS
Battle Frontier only:HGSS

Aroma Lady • Artist • Battle Girl • Cameraman • Clown • Collector • Cowgirl • Cyclist • Dragon Tamer • Idol
Jogger • Lady • Ninja Boy • Parasol Lady • PI • Poké Kid • PKMN Breeder • PKMN Ranger • Rancher • Reporter
Rich Boy • Roughneck • Ruin Maniac • Socialite • Tuber • Veteran • Waiter • Waitress • Worker
Arcade Star • Castle Valet • Factory Head • Hall Matron • Tower Tycoon

Hoenn Ace Trainer* • Aqua AdminSEAS • Aqua LeaderSEAS • Aroma Lady • Battle Girl • Beauty • Bird Keeper • Black Belt
Bug Catcher • Bug Maniac • Camper • Champion • Collector • Dragon Tamer • Elite Four • Expert • Fisherman
Gentleman • Guitarist • Hex Maniac • Hiker • Interviewers* • Kindler • Lady • Lass • Leader • Magma AdminREOR
Magma LeaderREOR • Ninja Boy • Old Couple • Parasol Lady • Picnicker • Poké Fan* • Poké Maniac* • Pokémon Breeder*
Pokémon Ranger* • Pokémon Trainer* • Psychic • Rich Boy • Ruin Maniac • Sailor • Schoolkid* • Sis & Bro* • Swimmer
Team Aqua GruntSEAS • Team Magma GruntREOR • Teammates* • Triathlete • Tuber • Twins • Winstrate • Young Couple • Youngster
Ace DuoORAS • Brains & BrawnORAS • BackpackerORAS • DelinquentORAS • Fairy Tale GirlORAS • Fare PrinceORAS
Free DiverORAS • LeadersORAS • LorekeeperORAS • Mysterious SistersORAS • ProprietorORAS • Rotation GirlORAS
Scuba DiverORAS • Secret Base ExpertORAS • Secret Base TrainerORAS • SootopolitanORAS • Street ThugORAS
Battle Frontier only:E
Arena Tycoon • Dome Ace • Factory Head • Palace Maven • Pike Queen • Pyramid King • Salon Maiden
Battle Institute and Battle Maison only:ORAS
Artist • Battle Chatelaine • Butler • Chef • Furisode Girl • Garçon • Gardener • Madame • Maid • Monsieur • Owner • Preschooler
Punk Girl • Punk Guy • Rising Star • Roller Skater • Schoolboy • Schoolgirl • Scientist • Tourist • Veteran • Waitress • Worker
Sinnoh Ace Trainer • Aroma Lady • Artist • Battle Girl • Beauty • Bird Keeper • Black Belt • Bug Catcher • Cameraman • Camper • Champion
Clown • Collector • Commander • Cowgirl • Cyclist • Double Team • Dragon Tamer • Elite Four • Fisher* • Gentleman • Guitarist
Gym Leader* • Hiker • Idol • Interviewers • Jogger • Lady • Lass • Madame* • Ninja Boy • Parasol Lady • Picnicker • PI • Poké Fan*
Poké Kid • Pokémon Breeder* • Pokémon Ranger* • Pokémon Trainer* • Police Officer* • Psychic • Rancher • Ranchers*
Reporter • Rich Boy • Roughneck • Ruin Maniac • Sailor • School Kid • Scientist • Skier • Swimmer • Team Galactic Boss*
Team Galactic Grunt* • Tower Tycoon • Tuber • Twins • Veteran • Waiter • Waitress • Worker • Young Couple • Youngster
Arcade StarPt • Castle ValetPt • Factory HeadPt • Hall MatronPt • MaidPt • GAME FREAK'sBDSP
Unova Ace Trainer • Artist • Backers • Backpacker • Baker • Battle Girl • Biker • Black Belt • Champion • Clerk
Cyclist • Dancer • Depot Agent • Doctor • Elite Four • Fisherman • GAME FREAK • Gentleman • Gym Leader*
Harlequin • Hiker • Hooligans • Hoopster • Infielder • Janitor • Lady • Lass • Linebacker • Maid • Motorcyclist • Musician
Nurse • Nursery Aide • Parasol Lady • Pilot • Pokéfan • PKMN Breeder • PKMN Ranger • Pokémon Trainer* • Policeman
Preschooler • Psychic • Rich Boy • Roughneck • School Kid • Scientist • Smasher • Socialite • Striker • Subway Boss
Swimmer • Team Plasma • Team Plasma Grunt • The RichesBW • Twins • Veteran • Waiter • Waitress • Worker • Youngster
BeautyB2W2 • Boss TrainerB2W2 • GuitaristB2W2
Pokéstar Studios only:B2W2
A-list Actor • Actor • Actress • Big Star • Celebrity • Chic Actress • Child Star • Comedian
Fine Actor • Movie Star • New Actress • Star Actor • Suit Actor • Unique Star • Veteran Star
Pokémon World Tournament only:B2W2
Junior Representative • Master Representative • Senior Representative
World Champion • World Finalist • World Runner-up
Blueberry Academy only:SV
BB League Champion • BB League Elite Four • Blueberry Academy Director
Director • Instructor • League Club • Student • Top Champion
Kalos Ace Duo • Ace Trainer • Artist • Artist Family • Backpacker • Battle Girl • Beauty • Black Belt • Brains & Brawn
Butler • Champion • Chef • Driver • Elite Four • Fairy Tale Girl • Fisherman • Furisode Girl • Garçon • Gardener
Hex Maniac • Hiker • Honeymooners • Lass • Leader • Lumiose Gang Member • Mysterious Sisters • Owner
Poké Fan • Poké Fan Family • Pokémon Breeder • Pokémon Professor • Pokémon Ranger • Pokémon Trainer
Preschooler • Psychic • Punk Couple • Punk Girl • Punk Guy • Rangers • Rising Star • Roller Skater
Schoolboy • Schoolgirl • Scientist • Sky Trainer • Successor • Suspicious Child • Suspicious Lady
Suspicious Woman • Swimmer • Team Flare • Team Flare Admin • Team Flare Boss • Team Flare Grunt
Tourist • Twins • Veteran • Waitress • Worker • Youngster
Battle Chateau ranks:
By male: Baron • Viscount • Earl • Marquis • Duke • Grand Duke
By female: Baroness • Viscountess • Countess • Marchioness • Duchess • Grand Duchess
Battle Institute and Battle Maison only:
Battle Chatelaine • Lady • Madame • Maid • Monsieur • Rich Boy
Unused Trainer classes:
Ace Surfer • Swimmers
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
Galar Artist • Backpacker • Beauty • Black Belt • Cabbie • Café Master • Cameraman • Champion • Colleagues • Cook • Dancer • Daring Couple
Doctor • Fisher • GAME FREAK's • Gym Challenger • Gym Leader • Gym Trainer • Gentleman • Hiker • Interviewers • Lass • League Staff
Macro Cosmos's • Madame • Medical Team • Model • Music Crew • Musician • Office Worker • Poké Kid • Pokémon Breeder
Pokémon Trainer • Police Officer • Postman • Rail Staff • Reporter • Schoolboy • Schoolgirl • Swimmer • Team Yell Grunt • Worker • Youngster
Expansion Pass only:
Dojo Master • Dojo Matron • Master Dojo Student
Paldea Artist • Backpacker • Black Belt • Cabbie • Champion • Cook • Courier • Director • Dragon Tamer • Elite Four • Gym Leader
Gym Trainer • Hiker • Instructor • Janitor • Model • Musician • Office Worker • Poké Maniac • Pokémon Trainer
Scientist • Student • Team Star • Team Star Grunt • Top Champion • Waiter • Waitress • Worker • Youngster
The Hidden Treasure of Area Zero only:
Glitterati
Kitakami Backpacker • Black Belt • Courier • Delinquent • Dragon Tamer • Festival Boy • Festival Girl • Glitterati
Hiker • Kitakami Ogre Clan • Office Worker • Photographer • Poké Maniac • Pokémon Trainer • Ruffian
Mochi Mayhem only:
Grandma • Grandpa
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