Flannery

Flannery (Japanese: Asuna) is a character in the Pokémon franchise, appearing as the Gym Leader of Lavaridge Town in the Hoenn region. She specializes in Fire-type Pokémon and awards the Heat Badge to Trainers who defeat her. Flannery is the granddaughter of a former Hoenn Elite Four member, inspiring her to become a strong Trainer. While initially attempting to be serious, she learns the importance of being herself after battling the player. In the Pokémon anime, she debuts amidst a training mishap involving fire, and later, Ash helps her fix her Gym. Her notable Pokémon include Torkoal and Slugma. In the Pokémon Adventures manga, she's a friend of Winona and is kidnapped by Team Aqua, later joining in efforts to protect Mt. Chimney. She is also a playable character paired with Torkoal in Pokémon Masters EX.