N

N (full name implied as Natural Harmonia Gropius in broader lore, though rarely emphasized in the anime) is a major recurring character in Pokémon the Series: Black & White (Best Wishes!).

He is a mysterious, tall, and thin young man with fair skin, striking blue eyes, and long tea-green hair often tied back in a low ponytail with framing strands. He typically wears a distinctive outfit including a white shirt over a black one, beige pants, green slip-on shoes, and a signature black-and-white cap, along with accessories like a pendant and bracelets.

What sets N apart is his rare ability to hear and understand the inner voices, feelings, and thoughts of Pokémon, treating their "language" as superior and more genuine than human speech. This makes him deeply empathetic toward Pokémon and initially wary or confused about human-Pokémon relationships (for example, he was puzzled by Meowth choosing to speak human language).

Unlike his more antagonist-leaning game counterpart, the anime portrays N as a supportive, morally complex figure who dislikes traditional Pokémon battling and seeks to explore the world to better understand bonds between humans and Pokémon. He encounters Ash and friends during their journey, travels with them for a time (especially toward the White Ruins arc), and gradually forms his own perspective on coexistence rather than separation, ultimately aiding against threats like Team Plasma. He's portrayed as thoughtful, somewhat detached from normal human social norms, and genuinely kind-hearted toward Pokémon.