Elesa, the Gym Leader of Nimbasa City in Unova's Pokémon Generations anime, arrives with fellow Unova Gym Leaders at N's Castle to support Iris against Team Plasma Grunts. She battles the opposing forces directly, deploying her Zebstrika. This action demonstrates her participation in the Gym Leaders' collective effort to aid Iris and counter Team Plasma's activities at the castle, highlighting her contribution to regional defense.