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A '''Friend''' (Japanese: '''友達''' ''friend'') is a reoccurring main character in a [[Pokémon game]] that the player character may interact with over the course of their [[Pokémon journey|journey]]. These characters take personal interest in the player, and often share a bond either at the start, before, or at the end of the story. Friends may accompany the player over the course of the game, form a [[rival|rivalry]] with them, or in some cases, both. These characters, may or may not share similar goals with the player, often having their own motivation and aspirations. Most, but not all, friends can be spoken or interacted with in a game's post-adventure, showing improvement or character development. | A '''Friend''' (Japanese: '''友達''' ''friend'') is a reoccurring main character in a [[Pokémon game]] that the player character may interact with over the course of their [[Pokémon journey|journey]]. These characters take personal interest in the player, and often share a bond either at the start, before, or at the end of the story. Friends may accompany the player over the course of the game, form a [[rival|rivalry]] with them, or in some cases, both. These characters, may or may not share similar goals with the player, often having their own motivation and aspirations. Most, but not all, friends can be spoken or interacted with in a game's post-adventure, showing improvement or character development. | ||
The term was used specifically in certain [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|track titles]] in {{g|X and Y}} being used as a leitmotif for when the player met up with their friend group. Otherwise, characters in-game may refer to the player as one of their friends. The [[Battle Tree]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}} and {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, refer to Battle! (Hau), and Battle at the Summit! (Hau) as ''My Friend Hau.'' Hau's internal data literally refers to the character as '''FRIEND'''. '''Friendly rival''' is a common fan-term, used to refer to certain rival characters who are non-antagonistic towards the player. | The term was used specifically in certain [[Pokémon X & Pokémon Y: Super Music Collection|track titles]] in {{g|X and Y}} being used as a leitmotif for when the player met up with their friend group. Otherwise, characters in-game may refer to the player as one of their friends. The [[Battle Tree]] in {{g|Sun and Moon}} and {{g|Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon}}, refer to Battle! (Hau), and Battle at the Summit! (Hau) as ''My Friend Hau.'' Hau's title on the Sun and Moon website, refers to him as '''Your Friend Hau.''' Hau's internal data also literally refers to the character as '''FRIEND'''. '''Friendly rival''' is a common fan-term, used to refer to certain rival characters who are non-antagonistic towards the player. | ||
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In the core series, the player is usually met with a character that can be considered a friend. This character archetype was first displayed in [[Generation I]], where [[Blue (game)|Blue]] is considered to have been friends with the player since they were young. The player's friends usually appear already having a Pokémon before they are met, as is the case with [[Nemona]], [[Hop]] or [[Hau]], or they start their journey at the same time as them, picking their [[Starter Pokémon]] based on what the player has already chosen, as in the case with Blue and [[Shauna]]. Starting in {{g|Black and White}}, many of these characters form friend groups and start their journey together, either splitting up at a certain point and reforming later, or travel with the player. | In the core series, the player is usually met with a character that can be considered a friend. This character archetype was first displayed in [[Generation I]], where [[Blue (game)|Blue]] is considered to have been friends with the player since they were young. The player's friends usually appear already having a Pokémon before they are met, as is the case with [[Nemona]], [[Hop]] or [[Hau]], or they start their journey at the same time as them, picking their [[Starter Pokémon]] based on what the player has already chosen, as in the case with Blue and [[Shauna]]. Starting in {{g|Black and White}}, many of these characters form friend groups and start their journey together, either splitting up at a certain point and reforming later, or travel with the player. | ||
Since some of these characters already have some experience with Pokémon, these characters often tutor the player on [[catch|catching]] Pokémon. Friendly [[rival|rivalries]] may be created with the character and the player, in which a friend may participate in the player's first [[Pokémon battle]], serving as a tutorial in such circumstances. Over the course of the game, these friendly rivals may appear throughout the game challenging the player and getting stronger. | Since some of these characters already have some experience with Pokémon, these characters often tutor the player on [[catch|catching]] Pokémon, examples being [[Calem (game)|Calem]]/[[Serena (game)|Serena]] teaching the player and Shauna how to catch a Pokémon. Friendly [[rival|rivalries]] may be created with the character and the player, in which a friend may participate in the player's first [[Pokémon battle]], serving as a tutorial in such circumstances. Over the course of the game, these friendly rivals may appear throughout the game challenging the player and getting stronger. Other times, the opposite is true instead, with the player teaching their friend how to use or catch Pokémon, with [[Wally]] being taught by them. These characters, like [[Lillie]] also typically learn and grow at their own pace, and continue to learn from the player, and are encouraged by them throughout the story. | ||
Friends who provide no interest in rivaling the player in battle may reoccur and interact with the player in different ways, as in the case with | Some characters, such as [[N]], are antagonistic to the player and may be affiliated with a [[Villainous team|sinister organization]] and will later become more friendly with the player by the end of the story. | ||
Friends who provide no interest in rivaling the player in battle may reoccur and interact with the player in different ways, as in the case with Lillie, who often provides support and healing of the player's party, disliking the idea Pokémon battles and not wanting them to get hurt. [[Trevor]] and [[Tierno]], two friends that the player meets in {{g|X and Y}}, despite battling the player, have no interest in surpassing the character in that field either. Trevor specifically wanting to rival the player in [[Pokédex]] information and completion, rather than having a typical rivalry. [[Arven]] welcomes the player on his journey through [[Paldea]], encouraging them to help with finding [[Herba Mystica]]. | |||
Starting in [[Generation III]], most friends typically have their [[trainer class]] as [[Pokémon Trainer]]. However, this class isn't exclusive to them, and some may not use this trainer class, using another instead depending on their situation in the game. Some change their trainer class throughout the game. Not all of the player's friends have participated in battle against them, if they battle at all. | Starting in [[Generation III]], most friends typically have their [[trainer class]] as [[Pokémon Trainer]]. However, this class isn't exclusive to them, and some may not use this trainer class, using another instead depending on their situation in the game. Some change their trainer class throughout the game. Not all of the player's friends have participated in battle against them, if they battle at all. | ||