Serena

Pokémon Performer girl

A girl from the Kalos region who is a Pokémon Performer and Ash's companion.

Quotes

  • If you're lost, just start moving first
  • Your smile will make everyone happy
  • If I lose, I'll quit traveling
  • Never give up until the end
  • Ash is back
  • Ta-da!

Trivia

  • The haircut was a fresh start after her first Pokémon Showcase challenge loss.
  • The first major heroine in the anime to consistently harbor feelings for Ash.
  • Furfrou's branch is a cherished memento; after it broke, she attached a red ribbon to a new one.
  • Pancham's red sunglasses are Serena's favorite.
  • Eevee loves to dance and evolved into Sylveon, enhancing her performance skills.
  • Her mother Grace is a former Rhyhorn racer who subjected Serena to Spartan training.

Alternate names

Serena เซเรน่า 세레나 莎莉娜 賽莉娜

Tags

Pokémon Kalos region Pokémon Performer Pokémon Coordinator Pokémon Showcase Ash's companion Fennekin Pokémon XY Anime character

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Female

Appearance

Overall appearance
Her height is about the same as Ash's. Initially, she had long hair with ponytail tips, but after losing in the Pokémon Showcase, she changed her image to short hair. Her outfits change multiple times throughout the series, with a blue ribbon as a distinctive feature.
Height
Approximately 150cm
Eye color
Brown
Hair color
Blond
Distinguishing features
  • Blue ribbon
  • Short hair
  • Earrings (ribbon motif)
Iconic items
  • Blue ribbon
  • Hat
  • Sewing kit
  • PokéVision device
  • Possessions (ribbon tie on clothes)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Kind
Detailed personality
Gentle, kind-hearted, and caring, but she also has a bold side when pursuing her goals. She is shy and reserved, harboring strong romantic feelings for Ash but is a bit slow in expressing them. She has a strong sense of responsibility, cherishes her friends and Pokémon, and is hardworking with a strong desire for growth. She has fears like suspension bridges and ghosts, but also possesses bravery.
Keywords
  • Kind
  • Caring
  • Reserved
  • Fearful
  • Romantic feelings
  • Desire for growth
  • Bold
  • Trendy
  • Fashion lover
Motto
If you're lost, just start moving first
Talents
  • Performance sense
  • Sewing
  • Cooking
  • Dance
  • Rhyhorn race athleticism
  • Quick thinking
  • PokéVision usage
Skills
  • Pokémon Performances
  • Battle commands
  • Situational judgment
  • Leadership
  • Communication
  • Crisis management
Motivation
To grow as a Pokémon Performer like Aria and aim to become the Kalos Queen.
Habits
'Ta-da!' is her catchphrase. She blushes easily when nervous. She is a bit timid and has a habit of voicing horror movie associations.
Favorite foods
Poké Puffs, Cookies, Macarons, Sweets
Hobbies
Sewing, Dance, PokéVision filming, Costume making, Movie watching
Favorite colors
Blue, Red
Favorite places
Kalos region, Hoenn region, Lumiose City
Disliked situations
Ghosts, Suspension bridges, Early camping

History

Backstory
In her childhood, she met Ash at Professor Oak's Summer Camp, where she was reluctantly participating at her mother Grace's urging, and was helped by him. She trained in Rhyhorn racing from childhood but disliked it herself. She received a Fennekin from Professor Sycamore in the Kalos region and became a Pokémon Trainer, joining Ash on his journey. Initially without a clear goal, she just accompanied the journey, but after seeing her idol Aria's performance at the Pokémon Showcase, she decided to become a Pokémon Performer herself. She added Eevee and Pancham to her team, participated in numerous Pokémon Showcases, and accumulated wins and strong performances. Influenced by the Pokémon Showcase, she cut her hair for an image change. Through her relationship with her mother, confrontations with Team Rocket, and interactions with various companions, she grew mentally. She was injured in the Master Class finals and lost, received a scout offer, but chose to continue her journey for her own satisfaction and headed to the Hoenn region for training.
Debut date
November 17, 2013
Work title
Pokémon the Series: XY
Media type
Anime
Episode or chapter
Episode 1 'Welcome to the Kalos Region! The Start of Dreams and Adventures!!'

Meeting Ash at Pokémon Summer Camp

Significant event
Meeting Ash at Pokémon Summer Camp
Description
She got separated from her team at summer camp and was helped by Ash, after which she admired his journey.

Pokémon Showcase debut

Significant event
Pokémon Showcase debut
Description
She failed the primary screening at the Dendemille Conference but renewed her resolve to continue challenging.

Haircut and image change

Significant event
Haircut and image change
Description
After losing in the Pokémon Showcase, she cut her hair short and got a new outfit.

Pancham and Eevee join

Significant event
Pancham and Eevee join
Description
Added new Pokémon as performance partners, each growing.

Loss in Master Class finals

Significant event
Loss in Master Class finals
Description
Received a scout from Pierre but decided to continue her journey and headed to Hoenn for training.

Relationships

Grace

Mother

A mother with a strong bond. She forced participation in summer camp during childhood but supported her and later acknowledged her independence as a Pokémon Trainer.

Ash

Best friend

From their meeting at summer camp, they became travel companions, and she harbors feelings for him. They share many adventures together.

Bonnie

Friend

They are as close as sisters. They share fashion and sweets.

Clemont

Teammate

Trusted companions. She is exasperated by his invention failures but respects his cooking and sense of responsibility.

Aria

Rival

Her idol, the Kalos Queen. A formidable opponent and goal.

Miette

Rival

A good rival and close friend. They sharpen each other.

Sara Lee

Rival

Initially at odds but gradually became friends, rivals in Pokémon Performances.

Pierre

Mentor

Scout after Pokémon Showcase. Gives advice and encourages growth, but the scout offer is declined.

Manon

Ally

Allies who cooperated during the Lysandre incident.

Pokémon Performers

Pokémon Performers: unknown

Media appearances

Pokémon the Series: XY

Anime / Protagonist

2013 TV series

Pokémon the Movie: Diancie and the Cocoon of Destruction

Movie / Supporting

2014

Pokémon the Series: XY&Z

Anime / Protagonist

2015 TV series

Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Anime / Cameo

New Horizons 7th series

Pokémon Horizons: The Series

Anime / Cameo

8th series

Voice cast and creators

Makoto Makuuchi

Voice actor
Makoto Makuuchi
Language
Japanese
Version or series
TV anime version

Megumi Hayashibara

Voice actor
Megumi Hayashibara
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Furfrou (Serena's Pokémon)

Noriko Shitaya

Voice actor
Noriko Shitaya
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Pancham (Serena's Pokémon)
Notes
Original role

Yuka Terasaki

Voice actor
Yuka Terasaki
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Pancham (temporary role)
Notes
Maternity leave substitute

Mika Kanai

Voice actor
Mika Kanai
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Sylveon (Serena's Pokémon)

The Pokémon Company

Creator name
The Pokémon Company
Role
Original author

OLM

Creator name
OLM
Role
Animation studio

Akemi Aomizu

Creator name
Akemi Aomizu
Role
Character designer

Makoto Makuuchi

Creator name
Makoto Makuuchi
Role
voiceActor

Related goods

Serena Figure

Item name
Serena Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Serena Plush

Item name
Serena Plush
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Regular

Furfrou Figure

Item name
Furfrou Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Pancham Sunglasses Accessory

Item name
Pancham Sunglasses Accessory
Category
Accessory
Availability
Regular

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