Will
Will is a formidable Psychic-type Trainer and esteemed member of the Indigo Elite Four in the Pokémon games in Kanto region (in Generations II and IV).
Core series appearence
Will assumes the role of the first member of the Elite Four in the Indigo League during the Generation II and IV games, succeeding Lorelei. His rise to this prestigious position is attributed to extensive training worldwide alongside his formidable Psychic-type Pokémon.
Known for his mysterious demeanor and powerful Psychic Pokémon, he challenges Trainers with mind-bending battles in pursuit of excellence and enlightenment. His psychic prowess and enigmatic presence make him a memorable adversary on the journey to become a Pokémon Champion.
Will also appeares in:
The side series games
- Pokémon Stadium 2 – Will emerges as a member of the Elite Four in Johto Gym Leader Castle.
The spin-off games
- Pokémon Puzzle Challenge – Will makes an appearance as an opponent utilizing a Jynx in battle.
- Pokémon Masters EX – Will forms a sync pair with Xatu.
Anime appearences
GOTCHA!
Will made a brief appearance in this special music video released as part of content related to the Pokémon Sword and Shield Expansion Pass.
Manga appearances
Will appears in several Pokémon manga series.
Pokémon Adventures
Will was one of the children raised by the Masked Man, alongside Karen, Green, Silver, Sham, and Carl, to serve as his servants.
Gold, Silver & Crystal arc – Will and Karen made their debut at the Ilex Forest, assigned with the duty of guarding the area.
HeartGold & SoulSilver arc – Will, Karen, Bruno, and Koga were appointed as members of the Johto Elite Four by the Pokémon Association. They participated in the Pokéathlon to promote the Pokémon League.
In this manga Will’s Pokémon team consist of Natu which evolves into Xatu, Exeggutor and Lugia (borrowed).
Pokémon Pocket Monsters
Will was featured in “A Challenge to the Elite Four”, where he, Bruno, and Koga appeared to be defeated by Karen, tumbling from the Elite Four Tower.
Summary
Will shares striking similarities with Lorelei: both are the initial challengers of the Kanto Elite Four, have employed Slowbro and Jynx, sport similar hairstyles, and their hair has been portrayed in shades of purple or red.
In Generation II and HeartGold and SoulSilver, Will stands out as the sole Elite Four member at the Indigo Plateau who exclusively employs Pokémon of his specialty type in the initial match. Others incorporate at least one Pokémon outside their specialty initially, later substituting them with those of their expertise, Lance being the exception.
In Pokémon HeartGold and Pokémon SoulSilver, Will stands out as the only Elite Four member at the new Indigo Plateau with a team comprised entirely of dual-typed Pokémon, none of which are pure Psychic-type.
Will stands tall as the first member of the Indigo Elite Four in Generations II and IV, showcasing his mastery of Psychic-type Pokémon. With his diverse team and strategic prowess, he leaves a lasting impression as a formidable trainer in the Pokémon world.