Janine

Janine (Japanese: Anzu) is a character in the Pokémon franchise. She is the Gym Leader of Fuchsia City, specializing in Poison-type Pokémon, succeeding her father Koga after he became a member of the Elite Four. Janine first appeared in Pokémon Gold, Silver, and Crystal, and continues to appear in remakes like HeartGold and SoulSilver. Known as the 'Poisonous Ninja Master,' Janine's initial goal was to match her father's skill with Poison-types but later changed to surpassing him. She reappears in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2 as a participant in the Pokémon World Tournament. Janine's character is also notable for her appearances in the Pokémon Adventures manga, where she briefly worked for Team Rocket and later challenged Suicune. She has also been featured in Pokémon Masters EX, teaming up with Ariados and Crobat. Janine's overall presence spans across various Pokémon media, including the core video games, the manga, and other merchandise, solidifying her as a recognizable character in the Pokémon universe.