Haruka

Princess of Hoenn

A Pokémon Coordinator girl from the Hoenn region and Satoshi's companion. Characterized by her maternal, bright, and carefree personality.

Quotes

  • Satoshi is so amazing, maybe!
  • This is youth, maybe!
  • My precious precious Pokémon
  • I won't lose, maybe!
  • Leave it to Haruka!

Trivia

  • Characteristic speech pattern of adding '~maybe' at the end of sentences.
  • Often argues with younger brother Masato but they get along well.
  • Initially had an aversion to Pokémon but grew to love them during the journey.
  • Favorites are cake and sweets; also interested in ramen.
  • Many of her own Pokémon are characterized with feminine personalities.
  • Due to her overflowing maternal personality, there are many scenes where she protects companions and Pokémon.

Alternate names

May Princess of Hoenn Flora Aura Maike

Tags

Pokémon Pokémon Coordinator Hoenn region Satoshi's companion Female character Anime heroine Pocket Monsters Grand Festival Blaziken

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
A young 10-year-old girl. Often has energetic and bright expressions, slightly shorter than Satoshi. Feminine gestures and clothing, wearing a distinctive red bandana.
Height
Approximately 140cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Red
Distinguishing features
  • Red bandana
  • Heart-shaped hairpins
  • Energetic smile
Iconic items
  • Red bandana
  • Poké Ball
  • Pokémon Contest dress
  • Bicycle

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Cheerful and innocent, with intense emotional fluctuations but positive and strong-willed. Strongly maternal and caring, kind-hearted, but somewhat carefree with occasional silly behaviors.
Keywords
  • Maternal
  • Competitive spirit
  • Innocent
  • Cheerful
  • Caring
  • Emotional
  • Curious
  • Girly
  • Tearful
Talents
  • Sensibility as a Pokémon Coordinator
  • Ability to befriend friendly Pokémon
  • Strong competitive spirit
  • High communication skills
  • Caretaking ability from maternal instinct
Skills
  • Performance in Pokémon Contests
  • Pokémon training and raising
  • Stage manners
  • Tactical thinking in battles
  • Team play
Motivation
To become a Top Coordinator and win the Grand Festival.
Habits
Often ends sentences with '~maybe'. Sometimes gets carried away habitually.
Favorite foods
Cake, Sweets, Ramen, All delicious foods in general
Hobbies
Pretend explorer team, Window shopping, Browsing accessory shops, Cake buffet, Looking at flowers
Favorite colors
Pink, Red
Disliked insects
Tentacool (childhood trauma), Scary bugs in general
Disliked situations
Dangerous situations, Feeling of loneliness, Being deceived

History

Backstory
Initially had an aversion to Pokémon, but admired Pokémon Coordinators and set out on a Trainer's journey. Participated in many tournaments in the Hoenn region, grew, challenged the Grand Festival, and later embarked on a solo journey to the Johto region.
Debut date
circa 2002
Work title
Pokémon Advanced Generation
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 'A New Land! A New Adventure!!'

PokéRinger Cross Gate Tournament participation

Significant event
PokéRinger Cross Gate Tournament participation
Description
Lost in the first round but used it as a stepping stone for growth.

Advanced to Hoenn Grand Festival

Significant event
Advanced to Hoenn Grand Festival
Description
Reached the top 8.

Kanto Grand Festival participation

Significant event
Kanto Grand Festival participation
Description
Reached top 4; intense battle with Shuu became a hot topic.

Started solo journey in Johto region

Significant event
Started solo journey in Johto region
Description
Set out aiming for independence and further growth.

Sinnoh region Mikuri Cup participation

Significant event
Sinnoh region Mikuri Cup participation
Description
Challenged together with Hikari and others; narrowly finished as runner-up.

Relationships

Senri

Father

Rustboro Gym Leader and Haruka's respected father.

Mitsuko

Mother

Supports Haruka and others as a warm yet strict mother.

Masato

Sibling

Younger brother. Spoiled and cheeky, but takes good care of him as an important little brother.

Satoshi

Teammate

First meeting when Pikachu destroyed her bicycle. Companions on a long journey ever since.

Takeshi

Mentor

Respects and relies on him, treating him as a good senior in battles and travels.

Hikari

Friend

From reunion in the Diamond & Pearl arc, developed a close friendship.

Shuu

Rival

Fierce rival in Pokémon Contests. They are conscious of each other and push one another to improve.

Harley

Rival

Unilaterally resented but recognizes him as a good rival.

Satoshi's traveling companions

Satoshi's traveling companions: teammate

Hoenn region Gym Leaders

Hoenn region Gym Leaders: unknown

Media appearances

Pokémon Advanced Generation

Anime / Protagonist

2002 TV series

Pokémon Diamond & Pearl

Anime / Supporting

2006 TV series

Pokémon XY

Anime / Cameo

2013 TV series

Pokémon the Movie series

Movie / Supporting

Advanced Generation era

Pokémon Masters EX

Game / Supporting

2020s

Voice cast and creators

KAORI

Voice actor
KAORI
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version
Notes
From DP onward, credited as Kaori Suzuki

Veronica Taylor

Voice actor
Veronica Taylor
Language
English
Version or series
English dubbed TV anime

Game Freak

Creator name
Game Freak
Role
Original author

Game Freak

Creator name
Game Freak
Role
Character designer

OLM

Creator name
OLM
Role
Animation studio

Related goods

Haruka and Torchic figure

Item name
Haruka and Torchic figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Pokémon Scale World Hoenn Region Set

Item name
Pokémon Scale World Hoenn Region Set
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

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