About Falkner (Anime)
In the anime, Falkner guards the gym in Violet 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 Johto.
Signature Pokémon
Other figures from Johto
Champion
Lance
The Dragon Master of the Elite Four who became Champion after Blue's reign.
Professor
Professor Elm
A breeding and egg specialist based in New Bark Town.
Gym Leader
Whitney
Goldenrod City's Normal-type Leader, infamous for her devastating Miltank.
Rival
Silver
Giovanni's son and a thief turned reformed trainer.
Gym Leader
Janine
Koga's daughter and the new Poison-type Gym Leader of Fuchsia.
Gym Leader
Falkner
Violet City's Flying-type Leader and son of the previous gym master.