The worlds of anime and gaming are male-dominated. So, if a male viewer sees a female character, such as a female Trainer in “Pokémon,” they’ll most likely objectify them like what they do with Poison Ivy in “Batman.” But, for others who like to see beyond their looks, they admire their strengths.
In the “Pokémon” franchise, Pokémon Trainers are people in the animes and games, also characters, who watch Pokémons and teach them how to fight. They use various strategies to help their monsters grow in levels and stats. Notably, they make this possible by involving them in fights and winning them.
In this list, you’ll get to know the best and strongest Trainers in “Pokémon,” but focusing on female trainers. Interested? Read on!
1. Cynthia
Cynthia is, hands down, the strongest female Pokémon trainer out there. Many anime and gaming insiders would agree.
Sporting a blonde hair like Barbie’s, she is an archeologist who is likewise the Champion of the Sinnoh region’s Pokémon League in “Diamond,” “Pearl,” “Brilliant Diamond,” “Platinum,” and “Shining Pearl.”
Her strength and power as a Pokémon Champion are noteworthy, both in the games and the anime series. She may be kind and has a pleasant demeanor, but her battle style is ruthless. A feared female Trainer.
2. Diantha
Next up is Diantha. A short-haired female Trainer that will remind you of Rihanna’s short-hair era, Diantha is a famous actress and the Champion of the Kalos region’s Pokémon League in “Pokémon X and Y.”
Also touted as the most feminine of all the female Trainers in the “Pokémon” franchise, she holds a Hollywood-type status, being the iconic movie star that she is. Despite her hectic schedule, she still manages to make time to train her Pokémons. She is also the sole character lucky enough to hold the Grand Dutchess title in “X and Y.”
3. Lorelei
A nerdy and geeky-looking Trainer, Lorelei is an Ice-type Trainer who is part of the Indigo Elite Four. Being so, she made only a small appearance in the anime, but her feature was so remarkable. Ash Ketchum thanks her for teaching him a valuable lesson, showcasing her talent and power as an Elite Four member, while helping Ketchum improve and progress as a Trainer himself.
Specifically, in one episode, she showed off four of her Pokémons, with Slowbro, Dewgong, and Cloyster all beating random Trainers in educational battles, with Cloyster even defeating Pikachu! Her Jynx also helped completely dispose of Team Rocket. Wow.
4. Iris
Iris is an intelligent and beautiful girl’s name. She is a formidable Dragon-type Trainer among the Gym Leaders of Opelucid City’s Gym, officially known as the Opelucid Gym, giving out the Legend Badge in “White.” She reappears two years later, in “Black 2” and “White 2,” as the Champion of the Pokémon League in Unova.
The people of Unova regard her as “the girl who knows the heart of dragons.” But, while her affinity for dragons is unquestionable, it goes above and beyond there. The adventures of this wild and playful child include her Haxorus, proving a treat to everybody that goes against its way. Soft on the outside, draconian on the inside.
5. Agatha
She is followed by Agatha. She is a Ghost-type Trainer, who, like Lorelei, also seldom appeared in the anime, and that moment was her appearance at the Viridian Gym. Like Lorelei, she also had an exciting encounter with Ketchum. Their encounter was funny since the Pikachu owner wasn’t aware she was part of the Elite Four until it was too late, and her Gengar was already moving past the yellow creature with relative ease.
Following the battle, Agatha effectively endorsed and acknowledged Ketchum, encouraging him to participate in the Battle Frontier challenge. Her battle with Ketchum is a testament to her capabilities.
6. Clair
Like Iris, Clair is also a Dragon-type Trainer in “Pokémon.” She is also the Gym Leader of Blackthorn City’s Gym. She knows how to recognize her subordinates as she gives the Rising Badge to Trainers who defeat her. In Generation 2, Ice was her only weakness. This means that her opponents can do nothing to deal severe damage and beat her. Her tactics are infamous.
7. Korrina
Another blonde-haired Trainer in “Pokémon,” Korrina is the Shalour City Gym’s Leader. She is a Fighting-type Pokémon Trainer who also gives Badges to Trainers who defeat her. She’s a bit history as she is the only character in the games to have the Trainer class Successor. Quite stunning.
Her memories with Ketchum are remarkable, too. She is among the Fighting-type Trainers and Gym Leaders who had intense battles with the Pikachu owner. When Ketchum and his friends first met Korrina, her Lucario surprisingly defeated Pikachu effortlessly. This started their friendship and somewhat formed a relationship in a way they even traveled together.
However, there was a time when Ketchum found his momentum, took vengeance, and defeated Korrina. Yet, she still looked tough in defeat. They battled yet again in “Journeys,” in which her Mega Lucario looked as fierce as ever.
8. Bea
Last is Bea. She is a martial artist, mainly known as the “Galar Karate Prodigy.” Thus, it is just right for her to train with Machop, Machoke, and Machamp, the franchise’s martial artist Pokémons. She trains her monsters really well. She also gives away Badges to Trainers who defeat her.
For more, you may also take a look at Misty – Ketchum’s best friend but not the strongest Trainer – Argenta, Fantina, Whitney, Honey, Dawn, May, and so much more. You gotta catch ‘em all Pokémons, you gotta train with ‘em all Trainers!
Those are eight of the strongest female trainers in the “Pokémon” franchise. Be sure to stick around here on PVP Live for more discussions on gaming and anime. You may also share this piece with your friends and loved ones. Happy new week ahead!
