Character Sheet: Brock

BROCK

For the next . . . while, we’ll be going over the gym leaders of the Pokemon series, using their gym challenges and general themes to help us build a moveset, something I realized was a perfectly reasonable possibility to do with them. A few have very basic gym challenges, but thankfully, the anime helps fill in some for them. The Trial Captains will also be included, as their trials functionally act as gym challenges. The only ones who won’t be included at the moments are the rivals who become gym leaders, as the rivals are a bit more complicated, and I’m not quite ready to parse them all out yet.

Brock is a Rock-type specialist and the very first gym leader of the Kanto region, making him the very first gym leader ever faced by a Pokemon player. As such, his gym is extremely basic and has mostly remained so in every iteration, basically just having a bunch of scattered boulders in the path to get to him and little more. As such, we’ll probably have to rely on the anime to fill in for him more than anyone else. Thankfully, he is one of the most prolifically featured in said anime.

Here’s the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Geodude

This slot will be reserved on all Gym Leaders for an attack from one of their most notable Pokemon. As such, Brock’s Geodude is the obvious one here, and will fly forward, striking opponents with a rocky punch.

 

Side B: Lovestruck!

Brock will immediately latch onto an opponent and start proclaiming his love. Will last longer with female characters.

 

Up B: Onix Surge

Onix will burst up from the ground beneath him, carrying him upward.

 

Down B: Drying Pan

He will hold up his frying pan and use it as a shield to protect himself.

 

Final Smash: Pewter Gym Rockstars

He will send out a Golem, Onix, and Aerodactyl to perform an ultimate Rock-type attack.

 

Entrance: His starting pose and line.

 

Taunts: Up, doing a little twirl with hearts in his eyes. Side, crossing his arms over his chest like his original pose. Down, kneeling and examining a Pokemon.

 

Kirby Hat: His hair and eyes.

 

Kart: Based on an Onix

Special Move: Drying Pan

 

Spirit Battle: On Mt. Moon (omega form), with Geodude and Onix.

 

Victory Screen: Proclaiming rock types victorious.

Losing Screen: Handing over his badge.

 

Color Swaps: His Red and Blue version, his original anime version, his Gold and Silver version, his Advanced anime look, his FRLG look, his Diamond & Pearl anime look, his Let’s Go look, a wedding look from his fantasies.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Misty makes a splash!

Character Sheet: Ben/Summer

BEN/SUMMER

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

Likewise, Ben and Summer, the protagonists of Guardian Signs, will also have their moveset mostly focused on their distinct game mechanics. Also, the main Pokemon each of these Rangers have with them should be the main companions, like Plusle and Minun for Lunick and Solana, so the little rocker Pichu will be heavily featured for these two.

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Capture Styler

 

Side B: Ride Pokemon

Specifically one of the Legendary Beasts charging around with you on it.

 

Up B: Fly

You can linger up there for a bit, like in the game.

 

Down B: Ranger Signs

You can draw a sign that summons a Pokemon to perform an attack.

 

Final Smash: The Rainbow Grail

You use it to summon Ho-Oh, which blasts through the stage like it does through the Sky Fortress.

 

Entrance: Flying in on their Staraptors

 

Taunts: Up, tossing the capture styler in the air. Side, drawing a few signs in the air. Down, Pichu rocking out on its guitar.

 

Kirby Hat: Ben’s hair and goggles

 

Kart: Raikou

Special Move: Ranger Signs

 

Spirit Battle: On Big Booker Bridge

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Ben, Summer, based on Rand, based on Nema, based on Tanvir, based on Kira, and Pokemon Pincher uniforms.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, we’ll now cover our gym leaders. First up, Brock rocks the house!

Character Sheet: Kellyn/Kate

KELLYN/KATE

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

Next, we have Kellyn and Kate, students of the Ranger Academy, and the protagonists of Shadows of Almia. Their moveset should be fairly similar to Lunick and Solana’s, just updated with the newer stuff that came with the game.

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Capture Styler

This, if nothing else, should stay the same.

 

Side B: Pokemon Partner

Mostly randomly picks from the 17 partners available, and they perform a basic assist attack.

 

Up B: Staraptor

Of course.

 

Down B: Capture Power-Up

You can use the cards from the original game to boost your attack.

 

Final Smash: Luminous Crystal

 

Entrance: Flying in on Staraptor

 

Taunts: Up, doing a school spirit pose. Side, playing with their Pokemon. Down, spinning their top for a moment. Secret taunt: Getting tech support from Rhythmi.

 

Kirby Hat: Kellyn’s hair

 

Kart: A riding Partner Pokemon

Special Move: Partner Pokemon

 

Spirit Battle: On Ranger Academy

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Kellyn, Kate, based on Keith, based on Rhythmi, Altru Inc. uniforms, Team Dim Sun uniforms.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Ben and Summer become guardians!

Character Sheet: Solana/Lunick

SOLANA/LUNICK

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

The Ranger games do have enough distinction between their three games, that I think they should be reconsidered here too. Solana and Lunick’s moveset will probably remain the most the same, seeing as the original character sheet came after that first game specifically. I think Solana’s anime appearance may factor in a little too.

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Ranger Styler

 

Side B: Partner Pokemon

Plusle and Minun specifically for them.

 

Up B: Gust

It is the closest field move to Fly for this one, so . . .

 

Down B: Poke Assist

 

Final Smash: Super Styler

 

Entrance: No fast travel options in the first game, so maybe stepping off the boat?

 

Taunts: Up, raising the styler to the sky in victory. Side, playing with Plusle and Minun. Down, drawing in the air like they’re on Disney Channel.

 

Kirby Hat: Solana’s hair

 

Kart: Riding on a captured Pokemon

Special Move: Capture Styler

 

Spirit Battle: On Fiore Temple

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Solana, Lunick, based on Aria, based on Joel, based on Elita, based on Chris, and Go-Rock uniforms for both.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Kellyn and Kate fight the shadows!

Character Sheet: Florian/Juliana

FLORIAN/JULIANA

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

Next, we have Florian and Juliana, students of the Naranja or Uva academy, and the protagonists of Scarlet and Violet. Since this was the mainline series’s first real foray into 3D after Legends: Arceus, this one will definitely have a lot to pull from the games and DLC packs.

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Auto Battle

You can send out either Sprigatito, Fuecoco, or Quaxly and they will wander the stage, attacking other opponents for you. You can call them back with Standard B at any time.

 

Side B: Sprinting Build

The character will hop on the back of Koraidon/Miraidon and charge across the stage.

 

Up B: Gliding Build

Koraidon/Miraidon will launch into the air and glide back down.

 

Down B: Sandwich

You can eat a sandwich to restore health points.

 

Final Smash: Paradox Legends

Both Koraidon and Miraidon will appear, return to their standard stances, and unleash a powerful blast. (or team attack with Meowscarada, Skeledirge, and Quaquaval, of course).

 

Entrance: Squawkabilly Taxi

 

Taunts: Up, posing while holding up a Poke Ball. Side, doing the chicken dance. Down, scarfing down a sandwich.

 

Kirby Hat: Florian’s hat

 

Kart: Koraidon or Miraidon

Special Move: Auto Battle

 

Spirit Battle: On Naranja/Uva Academy

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Florian’s base look, Juliana’s base look, Florian based on Turo, Juliana based on Sada, Team Star looks for both, Kitakami looks for both.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Solana and Lunick wrangle their opponents!

Character Sheet: Gloria/Victor

GLORIA/VICTOR

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

Next we have the internet’s favorite fiery Scottish lass, and her meek British counterpart. That was a fun time to be a Pokemon fan on the internet, for sure. Anyway, their moveset will primarily pull from the Sword and Shield games, as well as the DLC packs.

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Max Ball

Can contain every opponent within a certain area of where its thrown.

 

Side B: Poke Pal

One of your starters will jump out and attack. Scorbunny’s will definitely include a little fiery soccer ball.

 

Up B: Corviknight Taxi

A Corviknight will carry them up into the air.

 

Down B: Wooloo Roll

This is for the funsies.

 

Final Smash: Champions of Galar OR Gigantamax

Zacian and Zamazenta will race in and defend the player, attacking for them. Otherwise, your three starters in their gigantamax forms.

 

Entrance: Corviknight Taxi

 

Taunts: A lot of the internet’s Scottish Gloria memes would be fun, but probably not likely. Up, holding up the Dynamax ball. Side, bringing out a mock sword and shield based on the wolves. Down, setting up camp.

 

Kirby Hat: Gloria’s tam o’ shanter

 

Kart: Rotom Bike

Special Move: Wooloo Roll

 

Spirit Battle: On Dynamax Stadium

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Gloria’s normal outfit, Victor’s normal outfit, their respective stadium outfits, champion outfits with the branded cape and everything, and outfits based on Marnie and Piers.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Florian and Juliana make the grade!

Character Sheet: Elio/Selene

ELIO/SELENE

Starting now, we'll be going back through our main protagonists of the Pokemon series and re-evaluating them based on the distinct differences that make their games unique from each other. Our characters will be:

1. Red/Leaf

2. Ethan/Kris/Lyra

3. May/Brendan

4. Dawn/Lucas

5. Hilbert/Hilda

6. Nate/Rosa

7. Serena/Calem

8. Elio/Selene

9. Gloria/Victor

10. Florian/Juliana

11. Solana/Lunick

12. Kellyn/Kate

13. Ben/Summer

Next up, we have Elio and Selene, the protagonists of Sun and Moon, as well as Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon (also the first ever Champions of the region). Their movesets will definitely pull from the games, as they never had a major anime appearance (at least in the main anime).

Here's the moveset I came up with:

 

Standard B: Beast Ball

It is the natural pick for these games.

 

Side B: Tauros Charge

Ride Pokemon are probably one of the most important new features here, and Tauros charge is one of the first and also definitely one of the most “battle-ready.”

 

Up B: Charizard Glide

Same reasons.

 

Down B: SOS

You can call for aid and a wild Pokemon will appear and follow you around, attacking when you attack. Typically a Yungoos or a Pikipek or other common Pokemon.

 

Final Smash: Z-Move Finale

The player will perform a Z-Move dance. It could be just Decidueye, Incineroar, and Primarina performing a triple one, but, following the Box Legendary theme, it could also be Solgaleo, Lunala, and Necrozma performing theirs.

 

Entrance: Charizard Glide

 

Taunts: All three are the various dances used in Z-Moves.

 

Kirby Hat: Ethan’s cap

 

Kart: The Tauros ride

Special Move: Beast Ball

 

Spirit Battle: On Iki Town Plaza

 

Victory Screen: Celebrating with their Pokemon

Losing Screen: "You whited out!"

 

Color Swaps: Elio’s SM look, Selene’s SM look, Elio’s USUM look, Selene’s USUM look, Elio dressed like Hau, Selene dressed like Lillie, both wearing Ultra Recon Squad uniforms.

 

Thanks for reading! Next up, Gloria and Victor take up the sword and shield of Galar!