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[[Image:Zane1.jpg|thumb|right|Zane]]

'''Zane''' (Japanese: '''ヒビキ''' ''Hibiki'') is a [[character of the day]] in the [[Pokémon anime]] who appeared in ''[[EP169|Beauty and the Breeder]]''. He is voiced by [[Scottie Ray]] in English and 置鮎龍太郎 ''Ryotaro Okiayu'' in Japanese.

Zane is a childhood friend of [[Suzy]]'s, who shared her dream of becoming a famous [[Pokémon Breeder]]. Like Suzy, his first Pokémon was a {{p|Vulpix}} who he later evolved into a {{p|Ninetales}}. Unlike his close friend, Zane believed that a Pokémon's true beauty came from its physical appearance, and not from its inner character like Suzy did. Eager to prove his point he entered a Pokémon Beauty contest, pitting his Ninetales against Suzy and [[Brock's Vulpix]].

During the competition he realized that Suzy and [[Brock]]'s views on Pokémon Breeding were just as valid as his, and asked Suzy if he wanted to start a Pokémon beauty salon with him. After consulting with Brock, Suzy eventually accepted his offer.

Though he only appeared in one episode, Zane is notable for finally ending Brock's infatuation with Suzy. Though the two fought over Suzy's affection, Brock realized that Zane was a better match for her than he was and eventually decided to support their relationship. Zane too grew to like Brock, recognizing him as a top class Pokémon Breeder.

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