TV Special
Description
Pierre Rochard is the Pokémon League Champion of the Hoenn region and the son of the president of the Devon Corporation. A young man with tousled light blue-green hair, he visibly favors Steel-type Pokémon, wearing metallic rings and cuffs as part of his attire. His defining trait is a deep passion for gemology, which often draws him away from his official duties as Champion in favor of searching for rare and mysterious stones. Despite this preoccupation, he is a highly accomplished Trainer and a calm, courteous, and dependable figure in the world of Pokémon research and battle.
In the story of Pokémon: Mega Evolution Special III, Pierre Rochard is central to the events unfolding in Hoenn. He monitors the awakening of the Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre from the Devon Corporation headquarters, tracking their destructive movements by helicopter as the two legendary Pokémon converge on the location where the Giant Stone, a legendary Mega Stone, has reappeared. When Alain and his Mega Charizard X move to intervene, Pierre Rochard joins the battle alongside him, sending out his own Metagross and Mega Evolving it in an attempt to contain the rampaging legendaries and protect the energy vortex surrounding the Giant Stone. Although their combined strength proves insufficient against the primal forces, he remains focused and protective, ordering his Metagross to shield Mairin and the unconscious Alain when the situation worsens. After Mega Rayquaza appears and subdues the two titans, Pierre Rochard witnesses Lysandre's submarine seize the Giant Stone, marking the moment when the true intentions of Alain's mentor become clear. Following the incident, he escorts Mairin back to Kalos, showing his sense of responsibility toward those caught up in the conflict.
His key relationships in the special are defined by this crisis. With Alain, he acts as a capable and willing ally, cooperating in battle and sharing a mutual respect rooted in their expertise with Mega Evolution. With Mairin, he is protective and considerate, ensuring her safety during the chaos and later helping her return home. His relationship with Lysandre begins as a working arrangement, since Pierre Rochard had previously joined forces with him and Alain in investigating the Giant Stone, but it becomes strained as Lysandre's manipulation and self-interest are exposed. His motivations throughout the special are driven by a desire to understand Mega Evolution and the ancient legends surrounding Groudon, Kyogre, and Rayquaza, as well as a genuine commitment to keeping Hoenn safe from the devastation caused by the primal Pokémon.
Development-wise, the special reinforces his role as both a scholar and a guardian. He shows initiative by gathering information on Primal Reversion, bravery by engaging legendary opponents directly, and judgment by continuing to act protectively even after the Giant Stone falls into the wrong hands. His notable abilities include masterful command of his Metagross, including Mega Evolution, extensive knowledge of stones, gems, and Mega Evolution mechanics, and a practical understanding of Hoenn's legendary Pokémon, all of which make him an invaluable figure during the crisis and a credible Champion when the region faces its greatest threats.
In the story of Pokémon: Mega Evolution Special III, Pierre Rochard is central to the events unfolding in Hoenn. He monitors the awakening of the Primal Groudon and Primal Kyogre from the Devon Corporation headquarters, tracking their destructive movements by helicopter as the two legendary Pokémon converge on the location where the Giant Stone, a legendary Mega Stone, has reappeared. When Alain and his Mega Charizard X move to intervene, Pierre Rochard joins the battle alongside him, sending out his own Metagross and Mega Evolving it in an attempt to contain the rampaging legendaries and protect the energy vortex surrounding the Giant Stone. Although their combined strength proves insufficient against the primal forces, he remains focused and protective, ordering his Metagross to shield Mairin and the unconscious Alain when the situation worsens. After Mega Rayquaza appears and subdues the two titans, Pierre Rochard witnesses Lysandre's submarine seize the Giant Stone, marking the moment when the true intentions of Alain's mentor become clear. Following the incident, he escorts Mairin back to Kalos, showing his sense of responsibility toward those caught up in the conflict.
His key relationships in the special are defined by this crisis. With Alain, he acts as a capable and willing ally, cooperating in battle and sharing a mutual respect rooted in their expertise with Mega Evolution. With Mairin, he is protective and considerate, ensuring her safety during the chaos and later helping her return home. His relationship with Lysandre begins as a working arrangement, since Pierre Rochard had previously joined forces with him and Alain in investigating the Giant Stone, but it becomes strained as Lysandre's manipulation and self-interest are exposed. His motivations throughout the special are driven by a desire to understand Mega Evolution and the ancient legends surrounding Groudon, Kyogre, and Rayquaza, as well as a genuine commitment to keeping Hoenn safe from the devastation caused by the primal Pokémon.
Development-wise, the special reinforces his role as both a scholar and a guardian. He shows initiative by gathering information on Primal Reversion, bravery by engaging legendary opponents directly, and judgment by continuing to act protectively even after the Giant Stone falls into the wrong hands. His notable abilities include masterful command of his Metagross, including Mega Evolution, extensive knowledge of stones, gems, and Mega Evolution mechanics, and a practical understanding of Hoenn's legendary Pokémon, all of which make him an invaluable figure during the crisis and a credible Champion when the region faces its greatest threats.