Editing Pokémon Trainer (SSBB)

{{disambig2|Pokémon Trainer's appearance in Super Smash Bros. Brawl|other uses|Pokémon Trainer}}

{{Infobox Character

|name = Pokémon Trainer

|image = {{tabber|title1=Solo|content1=[[File:Pokemon Trainer (solo) SSBB.jpg|250px]]|title2=Team|content2= [[File:Pokémon Trainer SSBB.jpg|250px]]}}

|game = SSBB

|shareslot = {{SSBB|Charizard}}<br>{{SSBB|Ivysaur}}<br>{{SSBB|Squirtle}}

|tier = E

|ranking = 29

'''Pokémon Trainer''' ({{ja|ポケモントレーナー|Pokémon Torēnā}}, ''Pokémon Trainer'') is a playable character in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]''. He was confirmed on the [[Smash Bros. DOJO!!]] on August 13, 2007. His design is taken from that of Red, the male protagonist of the {{s|bulbapedia|Generation I}} {{uv|Pokémon}} games and their remakes. Rather than fighting directly as the Trainer, the player instead controls his three Pokémon, {{SSBB|Squirtle}}, {{SSBB|Ivysaur}}, and {{SSBB|Charizard}}, all three of them being starter Pokémon with the latter two being in different evolutionary stages; and can switch between the three via use of his [[down special]] move, [[Pokémon Change]].

Various accommodations in the background are made for Pokémon Trainer in several stages, where the Trainer stands and commands his Pokémon. In moving stages like [[Halberd]] and [[Delfino Plaza]], Pokémon Trainer only appears on the stationary sections. He will move above the pit in the [[Yoshi's Island]] stage when his Pokémon is on the opposite side of the pit (for example, if Pokémon Trainer is on the right and his Pokémon is on the left).

The Pokémon Trainer is one of two characters in ''Brawl'' with spoken lines in every language, with the other being {{SSBB|Lucario}}. The voice actors in each language are as follows:

Pokémon Trainer is ranked 29th on the tier list, placing him in the E tier. Pokémon Trainer's individual Pokémon have their own merits, and the variety in choices helps in preventing hard {{B|counter|matchup}}s. Pokémon Trainer, however, suffers from severe afflictions that no other character has to deal with. The first is the stamina mechanic, which over time will weaken the Pokémon currently in play, forcing players to either endure significant handicaps, or swap to another Pokémon they may not want to use. The incentive to switch is made even more problematic by the down time between switches, which can give their opponent a free hit or make the player give up an opportunity to capitalize on an opening. Additionally, when a Pokémon is KO'd, the player is forced to send out the next Pokémon in the lineup. The inevitable switching from this and stamina leads to two more issues: it prevents the player from only using the Pokémon best suited for the matchup (for example, against {{SSBB|King Dedede}}, the player will not be able to just rely on Squirtle, and will have to use the other Pokémon, who are hard countered by Dedede), and it forces players to learn three vastly different characters, thus significantly discouraging usage and hindering development with the character. Moreover, the Trainer's Pokémon have their own significant weaknesses. While Squirtle is often considered to be a potentially viable character due to its good mobility, attack speed, and air game, it has difficulty at KOing opponents; Charizard has the killpower Squirtle lacks, but suffers from slow aerial movement speed and laggy attacks; and Ivysaur is terrible overall because of its abysmal air game, [[tether recovery]], and slow KO moves.

In the end, all of the Pokémon Trainer's issues result in a largely unviable fighter with overall poor [[matchups]] and sparse representation, with many hard counters.

''For character-specific attributes, see {{H2|Squirtle (SSBB)|Attributes}}, {{H2|Ivysaur (SSBB)|Attributes}} and {{H2|Charizard (SSBB)|Attributes}}.''

Pokémon Trainer's unique ability to be three characters in one allows for many different positive effects. For instance, the three separate characters can be used together in conjunction for a powerful effect, especially since altogether the Pokémon Trainer has nine special moves, if Pokémon Change is excluded. Since all the Pokémon have varying weights and sizes, certain Pokémon can be switched to during opportune moments. For example, if the Pokémon has high damage, Charizard can be switched to since it has a higher weight. Squirtle and Ivysaur both are excellent at racking up damage, and the high damage opponent can then be KO'd by one of Charizard's high knockback moves. All of the Trainer's Pokémon experience [[type effectiveness]], however. The invincibility granted by [[Pokémon Change]] can be used to avoid attacks on the ground, such as Final Smashes, or cure status ailments. However, Pokémon Change happens automatically after a Pokémon is KO'd. If the player wants to switch back to the Pokémon they were just using they must endure 4+ seconds of Pokémon Change to get back to that last Pokémon in use, and this can be a hindrance, as not all frames of the move grant invincibility, leaving the Pokémon being brought into battle somewhat vulnerable at the end of the move's duration. Also, the move cannot be used in midair or while invincible. Certain Pokémon are bad for certain situations, either forcing the player to use the wrong Pokémon for certain bad situations or go through multiple Pokémon Change uses. Also, after 1 minute and 20 seconds, stamina is brought into play, significantly weakening a Pokémon's moves.

 

==Unique characteristics==

 

The three Pokémon all share the same damage meter, but they each have their own individual {{B|Stamina|stat}} stat, which makes the Pokémon weaker the longer it has been in action. It is possible to choose which Pokémon the player begins the match with. By selecting the Pokémon of the player's choice on the portrait (not the icon), the player will start with that Pokémon. Selecting Pokémon Trainer himself makes the starting Pokémon randomly chosen. In battle, the cycle of Pokémon switching goes in the order: Squirtle, Ivysaur, Charizard. If a Pokémon is KO'd, the next Pokémon in the line will be summoned on the [[revival platform]].

 

 

 

{{Multiple Special Moves|Pokémon Trainer|Squirtle}}

 

Pokémon Trainer English Announcer SSBB.wav|English

 

===Squirtle===

Squirtle English Announcer SSBB.wav|English

 

 

 

==[[Wii Remote selection sound]]==

{{SelectSound|char=Pokémon Trainer|desc=The Trainer releases a Poké Ball and says "Go for it!" in English, and in Japanese he says "Ike!".}}

 

==[[Taunts]]==

 

 

===Ivysaur===

{{Taunt/SSBB

|char=Ivysaur

 

{{Taunt/SSBB

 

 

!Cheer (English)

|[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer English SSBB.ogg|center]]||[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer Japanese SSBB.ogg|center]]||[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer German SSBB.ogg|center]]||rowspan="4"|[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer Korean SSBB.ogg|center]]

!Cheer (Spanish)

|[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer French SSBB.ogg|center]]||[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer Italian SSBB.ogg|center]]||[[File:Pokémon Trainer Cheer Spanish SSBB.ogg|center]]

 

*'''Up:''' First raises his right hand (which is holding a Pokeball) into the air, then switches to his left hand.

 

|desc-left=Does some poses, spins around doing a breakdance move, and ends on its bottom scratching its head.

 

 

{{Victory/SSBB|char=Charizard

 

:''See also: [[:Category:Pokémon Trainer players (SSBB)]]''

 

 

In Classic Mode, Pokémon Trainer can appear as an opponent or ally in Stage 3 along with {{SSBB|Pikachu}}, {{SSBB|Jigglypuff}}, and {{SSBB|Lucario}} on [[Pokémon Stadium 2]] or [[Spear Pillar]] (with the latter available if it has been unlocked). Pokémon Trainer can also appear as an opponent in Stage 11, but only if he hasn't appeared in Stage 3.

In All-Star Mode, Pokémon Trainer is fought in Stage 18 alongside {{SSBB|Pikachu}}, {{SSBB|Jigglypuff}}, and {{SSBB|Lucario}} on [[Pokémon Stadium 2]] or [[Spear Pillar]] (with the latter available if it has been unlocked). Uniquely, the player must KO Pokémon Trainer three times to progress.

===[[Event Match]]es===

*'''[[Event 14: Sproutrage of the Flower Pikmin]]''': {{SSBB|Olimar}} must protect six Pikmin from {{SSBB|Pikachu}} and the Pokémon Trainer until they all bloom into flowers.

*'''[[Event 20: All-Star Battle x1]]''': The Pokémon Trainer is one of the eight opponents fought in this event along with {{SSBB|Wario}}, {{SSBB|Meta Knight}}, {{SSBB|Pit}}, {{SSBB|Zero Suit Samus}}, Olimar, {{SSBB|Lucas}}, and {{SSBB|Diddy Kong}}.

====Co-Op Events====

*'''[[Co-Op Event 21: The True All-Star Battle]]''': Both players select a character and take on the entire roster on {{SSBB|Battlefield}}.

===[[Congratulations_screen#Super_Smash_Bros._Brawl|Congratulations Screens]]===

Pokemon Trainer Congratulations Screen Classic Mode Brawl.png|Classic Mode

Pokemon Trainer Congratulations Screen All-Star Brawl.png|All-Star Mode

==Role in [[The Subspace Emissary]]==

[[File:Pokemon Trainer Subspace Emissary.jpg|thumb|300px|Pokémon Trainer commanding {{SSBB|Squirtle}} in ''[[SSE]]''.]]

After fleeing from {{SSBB|Wario}} in [[The Ruined Zoo]], {{SSBB|Lucas}} bumps into Pokémon Trainer, who advises him to stand back, and proceeds to take on a group of [[Primid]]s with his {{SSBB|Squirtle}} alongside Lucas. After this battle, he goes on his way, but Lucas follows him. As the story progresses, they develop a strong friendship.

Pokémon Trainer is searching for two Pokémon, {{SSBB|Charizard}} and {{SSBB|Ivysaur}}, which are identified when he shows Lucas their cards. He and Lucas set out to find them. Outside of an old temple, they survive a brief encounter with Wario. After venturing deep into the ruins, finding Ivysaur, and battling and capturing Charizard, Pokémon Trainer and Lucas fight a giant monster named [[Galleom]].

When Galleom is defeated, it grabs both Lucas and Pokémon Trainer, causing the latter to faint, and jumps high into the air, revealing an armed [[Subspace Bomb]] in its head. Lucas uses [[PK Thunder]] to detach its arm, and he and Pokémon Trainer free-fall towards the ground. Just before they would hit the ground, {{SSBB|Meta Knight}} flies in and grabs them both, and takes them to safety away from the Subspace explosion, with {{SSBB|Marth}} and {{SSBB|Ike}}.

Later, Pokémon Trainer and Marth watch as the {{SSBB|Ice Climbers}} fall from the mountain. As the [[Shadow Bug]]s swarm over the cliffs, he joins Marth, Ike and Lucas in repelling the Primids. As he retreats, tossing a Poké Ball from hand to hand, {{SSBB|Mario}}, {{SSBB|Pit}}, {{SSBB|Link}}, {{SSBB|Kirby}} and {{SSBB|Yoshi}} arrive at the Canyon entrance.

Pokémon Trainer later joins the rest of the fighters in their assault on the [[Subspace Gunship]], and is aboard one of the smaller ships when they navigate their way into Subspace. However, when they reach [[Tabuu]], he trophifies all of the fighters with his Off Waves. Pokémon Trainer is later revived by {{SSBB|King Dedede}}, {{SSBB|Ness}} and {{SSBB|Luigi}}, and can be chosen to fight Tabuu in the final battle.

===Gameplay elements===

In The Subspace Emissary, Pokémon Trainer starts with only {{SSBB|Squirtle}}, later gaining {{SSBB|Ivysaur}} and then {{SSBB|Charizard}}. When only Squirtle is available, attempting to use the [[down special]] will have no effect, and the Trainer in the background will merely "flip" a Poké Ball in his hand twice.

 

 

 

===Playable appearances===

After [[The Ruined Hall]] is completed, Pokémon Trainer, {{SSBB|Lucas}}, {{SSBB|Marth}} and {{SSBB|Ike}} make brief cameo appearances in [[The Glacial Peak]], [[The Canyon]] and [[The Subspace Bomb Factory (Part II)]].

 

 

*Celebi: [Grass] Attack +14

 

 

|image=Pokémon Trainer - Brawl Trophy.png

|mode=Classic

|desc-ntsc=A person who raises Pokémon and trains them as partners in battle. In battle, a Trainer gives orders to the Pokémon and uses items. It's not an exaggeration to say battles can be won or lost on a Trainer's single strategic move. Trainers pour their hearts into their Pokémon and share anger, sadness, and joy as they adventure in hopes of becoming Pokémon Masters.

|gamelist={{Trophy games|console1=GBA|game1={{iw|bulbapedia|Pokémon FireRed/LeafGreen}}}}

 

|desc=The Final Smash of the Pokémon Trainer. Squirtle, Ivysaur, and Charizard join forces to simultaneously use Hydro Pump, SolarBeam, and Fire Blast. This is the only time all three of them appear on the screen together, so this move boasts the strength of three in one. A window will appear on the screen, but don't worry about it.

 

|{{Head|Pokémon Trainer|g=SSBB|s=25px|cl=Green}}

 

Pokémon Trainer in Battlefield.jpg|Pokémon Trainer in {{SSBB|Battlefield}}.

Brawl Pokemon Change.jpg|Pokémon Trainer swapping his Pokémon in [[Pokémon Stadium 2]].

Charizard in Pokémon Stadium.jpg|Charizard in [[Pokémon Stadium 2]].

*After clearing Classic mode and gaining the player character's trophy, in the screen that follows before the roll-call (showing all one's previously collected character trophies), the player may notice that the Pokémon Trainer is the only misplaced character in the line-up, always appearing at the end, after {{SSBB|Sonic}}. This is probably because the Pokémon Trainer isn't exactly a fighter; additionally, the individual Pokémon's Trophies are not shown.

*If all lives are depleted, Pokémon Trainer will remain on the field, holding his head and hat down in defeat. The pose resembles poses that other Pokémon Trainers would use when they were defeated in some of the console ''Pokémon'' games.

**Oddly, the Pokémon Trainer does not use this animation when his Pokémon are defeated in a [[Stamina Mode]] match and will animate normally, even after the Pokémon gets knocked into the [[blast line]].

*In Classic Mode, one needs to finish with each Pokémon separately to obtain each of their individual trophies.

*The Trainer will point his hand up, right, or down to reflect the chosen [[special move]] or [[taunt]].

*In The Subspace Emissary, the Trainer is shown fainting when Galleom grabs him and Lucas. When {{SSBB|Meta Knight}} saves them and lands safely, he regains consciousness and thanks {{SSBB|Lucas}} by shaking hands with him. This is the only time a playable character is shown fainted, but not [[KO]]'d.

**Additionally, the Pokémon Trainer's trophification from [[Tabuu]]'s Off Waves is the only time the Pokémon Trainer himself is KO'd in the entire game.

*There are unused animations for Pokémon Trainer jumping, falling, and landing, likely meaning that he was originally intended to follow his Pokémon through levels in The Subspace Emissary, rather than [[Space Jump]]ing as he does in the final game.

*Pokémon Trainer is one of only three characters in ''Brawl'' who cannot use their [[down special]] move in midair, the others being {{SSBB|Peach}} and {{SSBB|Donkey Kong}}.

* {{SSBB|Squirtle}}

* {{SSBB|Ivysaur}}

* {{SSBB|Charizard}}

*[https://www.smashbros.com/wii/en_us/characters/pokemon_trainer.html Pokémon Trainer's page at ''Smash Bros. DOJO!!'']

*[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=raijx3Le2RA Pokémon Trainer in The Subspace Emissary.]

*[http://www.smashboards.com/showthread.php?t=222115 Pokémon Trainer Character Guide on SmashBoards.]

 

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