Bea

Bea (known as Saitou in Japanese) is a character from the anime Pokémon Journeys: The Series, where she serves as one of Ash Ketchum's main rivals in the Galar region arc. She is the Gym Leader of Stow-on-Side Stadium, specializing in Fighting-type Pokémon, and is portrayed as a highly skilled martial artist and karate prodigy who upholds ancient Galar karate traditions.

In the anime, Bea is depicted as serious, disciplined, and stoic—she rarely shows strong emotions, maintains calm composure even in intense battles, and focuses heavily on precise strategy and rigorous training. Her demeanor is that of a determined, no-nonsense fighter who pushes herself and her Pokémon to improve constantly.

She has multiple battles with Ash in the World Coronation Series, showcasing her powerful team (including Pokémon like Grapploct, Hawlucha, Hitmontop, and Machamp), and demonstrates her expertise by defeating strong opponents and advancing in the rankings. Overall, she's characterized as a formidable, honorable competitor with a strong emphasis on martial arts discipline and battle prowess.