About Elesa (Anime)
In the anime, Elesa guards the gym in Nimbasa City and challenges traveling trainers with the same signature Pokémon they're known for in the games. Their battles with Ash are a memorable stop on the road through Unova.
Signature Pokémon
Other figures from Unova
Champion
Alder
The wandering Champion of Unova — a wise mentor with a powerful Volcarona.
Professor
Professor Juniper
The first female regional professor, focused on Pokémon origins.
Gym Leader
Elesa
A supermodel and Nimbasa City's Electric-type Leader.
Rival / King
N
Mysterious king of Team Plasma who can hear the voices of Pokémon.
Villainous Team
Ghetsis
A manipulative orator who hides cruelty behind a banner of Pokémon liberation.
Gym Leader
Cilan
Striaton's Grass-type triplet, sommelier, and connoisseur.