Bruno

Bruno シバ Shiba
[[File:File:FL Bruno.jpg|{{{size}}}]] Art from FireRed/LeafGreen
Gender	Male
Hometown	Unknown
Region	Kanto
Trainer class	Elite Trainer
Generation	I, II, III
Games	Red, Blue, Yellow, Gold, Silver, Crystal, FireRed, LeafGreen, Stadium, Stadium 2
Elite Four of	Indigo Plateau
Anime debut	To Master the Onix-Pected
English voice actor	Maddie Blaustein
Japanese voice actor	Toshiyuki Morikawa

Bruno (Japanese: シバ Shiba) is a master Fighting-type trainer.

In the anime

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Bruno in the anime

Bruno was cameoed in the battle at the start of, Pokémon, I Choose You!.

Bruno first officially appeared in To Master the Onix-Pected. His English voice actress is Maddie Blaustein.

While Ash was preparing for the Pokémon League in Kanto, he found out that Bruno was training in the mountains near Pallet Town. Brock was enthusiastic about meeting Bruno, so they took Misty and headed towards the mountains. In the local mountains, it was known that Onix grew much larger than usual.

After Bruno saved them from one of the giant Onix, Ash and Brock begged for Bruno to take them on as students. Bruno agreed, as long as Ash and Brock would do anything he said. Bruno had them chop wood, carry water, and carve chopsticks - amongst other chores. Misty began to suspect that Bruno was a phony.

Brock decided to prove how amazing Bruno was by surprising him with a sneak attack. He assumed that Bruno's reflexes would be so amazing, he'd stop Brock with ease. Brock nearly ended up knocking Bruno unconscious. Bruno admitted that he didn't know any secret techniques on how to train Pokémon and just wanted to have someone to do chores for him.

Later, the kids were again chased by a giant Onix. Bruno calmed the giant Pokémon, and it decided to join Bruno's team. Bruno then said that the only true secret behind Pokémon training is that trainers and their Pokémon should care for each other.

Bruno has amazing physical power and agility in the anime, and appears capable of using them with almost superhuman expertise.

Pokémon

This listing is for Bruno's Pokémon in the Pokémon anime.

Onix (Giant)

Hitmonchan

Nidorino

Onix

In the games

Bruno is a member of the Elite Four. He raises Fighting-type Pokémon, living with them and training with them. He joined the Elite Four out of a desire to challenge the best trainers.

Bruno regularly visits the Sevii Islands. He and his Pokémon use the spa on Knot Island, and he visits Boon Island to buy Rage Candybars.

Brawly is a former training partner of Bruno's.

In Pokémon Silver, Pokémon Crystal, and Pokémon Gold, Bruno continues to be a member of the Elite Four

Pokémon

This listing is for Bruno's Pokémon in the video games in which he has appeared.

Pokémon Stadium

• Round 1 Pokémon

Onix	Hitmonchan	Hitmonlee
Machamp	Golem	Rhydon

• Round 2 Pokémon

Clefable	Muk	Hitmonlee
Machamp	Golem	Slowbro

Pokémon Stadium 2

• Round 1 Pokémon

Blastoise	Machamp	Golem
Onix	Kangaskhan	Heracross

• Round 2 Pokémon

Primeape	Machamp	Golem
Exeggutor	Granbull	Ursaring

In the Pokémon Special manga

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Bruno

In the Pokémon Special manga, Bruno was primarily a villain. He challenged Red to a Pokémon battle in a remote area. He then offered a position on the Elite Four to Red, but Red refused so Lorelei froze him.

Later, the Elite Four tried to wipe out most of humanity from Cerise Island. Bill, Lt. Surge, and Red teamed up to defeat Bruno.

It was later revealed that Bruno was an unwilling member. Agatha used the mind controlling abilities of her Ghost-type Pokémon to force Bruno to join.

Without any place to go, Bruno formed a new version of the Elite Four in Johto, with three other ex-members of criminal organizations: Will, Karen, and Koga.

Bruno attaches his Poké Balls to the ends of a set of nunchuck. The force of him using the weapon causes his Pokémon to be released at high speeds, giving him the advantage in battles.

Pokémon

This listing is for Bruno's Pokémon in the Pokémon Special manga.

Onix	Hitmonlee	Hitmonchan
Machamp	Tyrogue	Machop

In the TCG

Bruno appeared in the Pokémon VS set with new artwork.

Pokémon

This listing is for Bruno's Pokémon in the Pokémon TCG.

• Machamp
• Hitmonlee
• Hitmonchan
• Steelix
• Ursaring
• Hitmontop

TMs

Bruno has two TM cards:

• Bruno's TM01
• Bruno's TM02

Quotes

Pokémon Red and Blue, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen

"I am Bruno of the Elite Four! Through rigorous training, people and Pokémon can become stronger without limit. I've lived and trained with my Fighting Pokémon! And that will never change! <name>! We will grind you down with our superior power! Hoo hah!"

"Why? How could I lose?"

"My job is done. Go face your next challenge."

Pokémon Gold and Silver and Pokémon Crystal

"I am Bruno of the Elite Four. I always train to the extreme because I believe in our potential. That is how we became strong. Can you withstand our power? Hm? I see no fear in you. You look determined. Perfect for battle! Ready, <name>? You will bow down to our overwhelming power! Hoo hah!"

"Why? How could we lose?"

"Having lost, I have no right to say anything...Go face your next challenge!"

Trivia

• Bruno's hair has changed from Generation I to Generation II to a longer, darker style and his skin tone got lighter as well.

Names

Language	Name	Reference to
Japanese	シバ Shiba	Similar to shibaku (to strike, to hit).
English, German, Italian, Spanish	Bruno	Means "brown haired". It's similar to brawn, bruiser and to brunt.
French	Aldo
Korean	시바 (Siba)	Phonetical translation of シバ Shiba.
Chinese	希巴 (Xi Ba)	Phonetical translation of シバ Shiba.

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