Baimu

Biodata

Power Progression

Background and History

Baimu arrives in Orre as a sixteen-year-old orphaned and undocumented transmigrator. He begins with little money, education, influence, or access to Pokémon. In Pyrite Town, he works as an outer member of the Quicksand Team, accepting the organization’s protection despite its criminal activities and exploitative hierarchy. He refuses to keep money earned directly through intimidation, revealing a moral boundary that he struggles to preserve within the organization. 1

The activation of the Trainer Life Simulator gives Baimu his first realistic path toward becoming a Trainer. His first simulated life follows a Bug Catcher who earns only three Badges before the Indigo League begins. Baimu studies the run’s failures and chooses a Pokémon clue and String Shot as rewards, discovering that simulator rewards can influence later attempts. 2

Baimu’s second major challenge is the Quicksand Team’s team-member assessment. During the trial, he protects a frail participant from Shibata and later risks his own chance of passing to rescue injured competitors. He encounters an abandoned Aron, initially treats it cautiously, and eventually gains its cooperation by offering iron. 3 5 6

When Shibata’s violence triggers a confrontation in the mine, Baimu helps Aron rescue the injured. He later returns for Aron after it is badly wounded by Rhyhorn, carrying it out through smoke, collapsing tunnels, and repeated attacks. His refusal to place Aron in a Poké Ball without knowing whether it would consent becomes an early foundation of their partnership. 8 9

After the assessment, Baimu becomes an official Quicksand Team member and joins the Sand Group. He exchanges the organization’s Pokémon reward for money so he can feed and rehabilitate Aron. He also begins attending the Quicksand Team’s literacy class, intending to overcome his limited education and eventually escape Pyrite Town. 11 12 18

Baimu’s first direct test from Sand Group leadership comes from Cang Zhilang, who forces him to fight Machamp. Baimu is defeated almost immediately but surrenders before Aron is seriously injured. Cang then offers him a chance to become a Squad Leader by participating in the coming battle against the Hound Team. 13 14

To prepare for the competition, Baimu obtains Chansey as a healer and temporarily accepts Vibrava from Liu Ge. He trains the three Pokémon for unrestricted wilderness combat, emphasizing coordination and specialized roles rather than raw strength. Aron serves as the durable close-range fighter, Vibrava as mobile ranged support, and Chansey as the team’s healer and control specialist. 21 26

During the televised competition, Baimu relies on ambushes, disguises, smoke, terrain, radar manipulation, and psychological pressure. He rescues Quicksand Team members while defeating several Hound Team opponents. His battle with Jian becomes the turning point: after defeating Jian and learning that Otsuka has been tortured, Baimu chooses a prolonged punishment rather than a quick death. 32 41

Baimu later rescues Otsuka and encourages him to pursue education and leave Pyrite Town. The Quicksand Team wins the competition, and Baimu’s tips, bonuses, captured Pokémon, and sales make him wealthy by local standards. He honors his promise to Huo Wu, sells other captured Pokémon through negotiation, and refuses to sell Jian’s three drug-affected Pokémon. 43 45 49

Liu Ge subsequently accepts Baimu into his faction and appoints him Squad Leader. The promotion gives Baimu protection, money, housing, transportation, and the authority to build a squad, but also draws him deeper into the Quicksand Team’s factional politics. 46 48

As factional tensions escalate and Pyrite Town undergoes political upheaval, Baimu participates in the liberation and reform of the region. He leads the takeover of former Hound Team and Crystal Group territories, establishes strict internal discipline to prevent looting, and emerges as a key figure in the underground resistance. When Shan Ren and the Rescue Organization form the Rainbow Team as a public decoy, Baimu is unwillingly but effectively elevated to its public figurehead 155 160 177.

Baimu eventually broadens his ambitions beyond Orre, competing in regional leagues, winning the Hoenn Grand Festival as a Top Coordinator 462 1006, and embarking on international journeys through Sinnoh, Kalos, Aloha, Paldea, and Kitakami 781 1028 1097. He plays a crucial role in gathering the ancient Plates in Hisui 1300, establishes deep connections with organizations like Team Magma 332, and ultimately claims victory at the Orre Region Championship 1003 and the international Masters Eight Tournament, where he defeats Leon to become the global Champion 1434.

Appearance

Baimu is a physically strong teenager who is notably taller and more imposing than many people his age. He has black hair and is capable of carrying multiple injured people through the mine despite exhaustion and injury. During Quicksand Team operations, he commonly wears the organization’s uniform and uses masks or other equipment when concealment is necessary. 3 7 46

• Sixteen years old at the beginning of the story. 1
• Taller than Shibata and physically stronger than most people his age. 3
• Black-haired. 46
• Frequently keeps Aron outside its Poké Ball. 12
• Battles in environments where Trainers are expected to remain close enough to be physically attacked alongside their Pokémon. 15

Personality

Baimu is practical, cautious, and highly adaptable. He evaluates danger, money, social status, and possible escape routes before making decisions. His first priority is survival, but he repeatedly acts against his immediate interests to rescue injured people or Pokémon. 1 6 8 9

He is analytical rather than blindly courageous. Baimu uses surrender when a fight cannot be won, admits when he misjudges a situation, and prefers traps or positioning to direct contests of strength. His confidence becomes more forceful after joining the Sand Group, where he uses intimidation and calculated threats to prevent others from exploiting him. 14 17

Baimu has a strong but flexible moral code. He dislikes extortion, values honest exchanges, keeps his promises, and refuses to sell Jian’s drug-affected Pokémon. At the same time, the brutality of Pyrite Town gradually hardens him; his decision to prolong Jian’s death shows how vengeance can coexist with his compassion. 1 41 45 49

Education becomes one of Baimu’s main tools for independence. He attends literacy classes despite mockery and encourages Otsuka to seek schooling, viewing literacy as necessary for travel, maps, communication, and escape from Pyrite Town’s narrow social order. 17 18 43

Abilities and Skills

Tactical Planning

Baimu excels at turning unfavorable situations into opportunities through preparation and deception.

• Uses terrain, smoke, light, height, and underground movement to avoid stronger opponents. 8 9 32
• Exploits enemy assumptions through disguises, bait, false weakness, and staged injuries. 33 35
• Relocates repeatedly to manipulate radar patterns and draw opponents into prepared traps. 36
• Studies enemy behavior and changes plans when an approach fails. 17 37 40

Physical Strength and Endurance

Baimu is unusually strong for his age and can continue operating while injured or exhausted.

• Protects weaker participants during the assessment. 3
• Carries two injured people while helping Cheng Hong escape the mine. 7 8
• Overpowers Otsuka in a physical confrontation. 15
• Survives the desert competition while conserving water and caring for injured companions. 42 44

His physical ability is still far below that of high-level Pokémon and faction leaders; Machamp defeats him in two punches even while heavily restricting itself. 14

Pokémon Command

Baimu develops quickly as a Trainer despite beginning with no formal battling experience.

• Commands Aron through defensive, underground, and close-range tactics. 16 17
• Combines Aron’s Dig and Rock Tomb with Vibrava’s aerial attacks and Chansey’s support abilities. 24 26 32 41
• Protects Chansey while allowing it to develop confidence at its own pace. 35 36 39
• Treats Pokémon as partners with independent wishes rather than disposable tools. 9 12 22 49

Psychological Manipulation

Baimu uses fear and uncertainty to control hostile situations, particularly when direct combat is dangerous.

• Forces a hostile Quicksand Team group into cooperation by threatening to sabotage their battle. 15
• Coerces Huo Wu into operating the radar and acting as bait. 33 35
• Uses opponents’ attachment to their Pokémon and their fear of death to secure surrender or information. 32 34 41

Pokémon Sensitivity

Baimu can sometimes perceive Pokémon that others fail to notice. He hears Chansey’s cry from inside a cage even though Otsuka cannot, allowing him to find and choose the Pokémon. 22

Pokémon Partners and Team

• Aron/Lairon/Aggron — Baimu’s first partner from the mine. Initially abandoned and suspicious of Poké Balls, Aron gradually develops deep trust in Baimu. It learns Endeavor and Rock Tomb, reaches Level 33, evolves into Lairon during the battle with Jian, and eventually reaches Aggron stage, serving as a primary powerhouse. 5 12 26 41 115
• Chansey / Blissey — A Level 30 healer purchased after being returned twice by previous owners. Baimu values its healing ability despite its poor reputation as a battler. Chansey uses Sing, Heal Pulse, and later develops direct battle capabilities, treating injured humans and Pokémon. 22 25 35 36 41 938
• Vibrava — A large temporary partner lent by Liu Ge. Baimu earns its cooperation by defeating it through coordination between Aron and Chansey. Vibrava provides aerial mobility, ranged attacks, and powerful moves such as Dragon Breath, Earth Power, Rock Slide, Bug Buzz, and Stomping Tantrum. 21 24 26
• Mawile — Acquired later, becoming Baimu's signature ace Pokémon and contest partner. It possesses incredible strength, speed, and a prideful personality, capable of Mega Evolution. 60 462 737
• Shiny Milotic — An exceptionally beautiful and powerful ace used in both Battles and Contests, winning the Hoenn Grand Festival. 462 938 1006
• Hydreigon — A powerful Dragon-type partner with immense offensive presence, utilized in elite tournaments. 441 606
• Jian’s three drug-affected Pokémon — Baimu takes custody of them rather than selling them, finding them a better future. 41 49 50
• Legendary Giants & Other Legendaries — Baimu collects and commands several Legendary Pokémon, including Regirock, Regice, Registeel, Regidrago, Regieleki, and maintains close ties with entities such as Raikou, Calyrex, and Miraidon. 844 879 1028 1107

Equipment and Items

• Trainer Life Simulator — A system that provides simulated Trainer lives, talents, rewards, and Pokémon-related clues. 1 2
• Iron ingot — Used as the object indicated by the simulator’s Pokémon clue and offered to Aron during the mine assessment. 2 6
• Poké Balls — Uses them for Pokémon storage and capture, but avoids forcing Aron into one after observing its fear response. 7 9
• Smoke Ball — Used to obscure Rhyhorn’s vision and escape the mine. 8 9
• Flash bomb — Given to Baimu by Cheng Hong and used to blind and disorient Rhyhorn during the escape. 9
• Hammer, headlamp, ropes, and medical supplies — Used during the mine assessment and rescue operation. 6 9
• Radar wristband — Used during the Hound Team competition to track opponents and arrange ambushes. 33 36
• Hover motorcycle — Issued after Baimu becomes a Squad Leader. 48
• Advanced cellphone and Devon Corporation backpack — Purchased after his promotion; the backpack has approximately ten cubic meters of storage space. 48 49
• Magma Suit / Devon Corporation Protective Gear — Advanced internal and external protective suits provided by Team Magma and Devon Corporation that reduce elemental damage and physical impact. 184 332 371
• Space-Time Wristband & Ancient Plates — Collected across Hisui to interact with divine artifacts and advance his mission. 1300 1302

Relationships

• Aron/Lairon/Aggron — Baimu’s first Pokémon partner and most trusted companion. Their relationship develops through mutual rescue, constant companionship, and respect for Aron’s autonomy. 5 12 41 44 115
• Chansey/Blissey — A shy, compassionate partner whom Baimu protects and encourages, eventually growing into a vital pillar of team health and support. 22 25 35 36 938
• Mawile — A proud, fiercely loyal companion who shares a close bond with Baimu and serves as his primary Contest ace. 60 462 737
• Vibrava — A temporary partner lent by Liu Ge. Baimu earns its cooperation through a fair battle, and Vibrava becomes an important part of his competition team. 24 26
• Cheng Hong — A loyal colleague and close companion from the mine assessment. Cheng Hong refuses to betray Baimu, assists his escape, and later remains part of his trusted circle. 5 9 21 50
• Otsuka — Begins as a hostile bully but becomes a reluctant friend and ally after battling Baimu. Otsuka lends him money, helps him obtain Chansey, and later survives torture without revealing Baimu’s location. 15 17 21 22 43
• Liu Ge — Baimu’s patron and later faction leader. He lends Baimu Vibrava, protects his interests, waives his tribute, and appoints him Squad Leader. 13 21 46
• Cang Zhilang — Sand Group boss who tests Baimu by forcing him to fight Machamp, offers him a path to promotion, and later leaves him Giant Steelix as a final gesture of recognition. 13 14 47 1006
• Shan Ren — Baimu’s closest strategist, political ally, and friend who orchestrates the political reform of Orre, helps establish the Rainbow Team, and acts as chairman of the region. 88 137 177 1006
• Ayana — Sand Group executive who brings Baimu into the team preparing for the Hound Team battle and later praises his performance. 15 45 46
• Shibata — An enemy from the team-member assessment. Shibata bullies weaker participants, blames Baimu for his failures, and repeatedly attempts to have him killed. 3 5 8 10
• Huo Wu — A Hound Team member coerced into helping Baimu during the competition. Baimu eventually frees her, returns her Pokémon, and honors their agreement. 33 36 45
• Jian — Baimu’s most dangerous opponent in the competition. Jian’s cruelty and torture provoke Baimu’s harshest act of vengeance after Baimu defeats him. 32 36 41
• Lisia — Baimu’s close friend and Contest mentee, who wins the Hoenn Grand Festival alongside his mentorship. 462 1003 1006
• Raikou — A legendary beast that undergoes a comical transformation into an affectionate, food-loving companion within Baimu’s household. 991

Story Role and Major Arcs

Survival in Pyrite Town

Baimu begins as a poor outer member trying to obtain a Pokémon and improve his position within the Quicksand Team. The simulator provides an escape route from a society where wealth, connections, and faction membership determine access to opportunity. 1

The Mine Assessment

The assessment establishes Baimu’s willingness to protect others even when doing so threatens his own advancement. His rescue of injured participants and Aron turns him from an isolated survivor into a person others begin to trust. 3 11

Joining the Sand Group

Baimu’s official membership introduces him to the Quicksand Team’s factional hierarchy. He pursues education, strengthens Aron, and learns that protection from powerful leaders always carries political costs. 11 18

The Hound Team Competition

Baimu enters a six-hour wilderness competition designed as both factional warfare and paid entertainment for wealthy spectators. His traps and coordinated Pokémon tactics defeat multiple Hound Team members, while his rescues and kept promises establish his reputation for reliability. 21 32 45

The Jian Conflict

Jian represents the violence and spectacle of Pyrite Town at its worst. After Jian tortures allies and uses drug-enhanced Pokémon, Baimu defeats him, extracts information, and allows him to die slowly. The victory earns Baimu enormous tips but also pushes him closer to the brutality he condemns. 37 42

Squad Leader Promotion and Rainbow Team

After the competition, Baimu joins Liu Ge’s faction and becomes a Squad Leader. He gains money, housing, transportation, and authority while becoming more deeply involved in conflicts among the Quicksand, Hound, and Crystal groups. Later, he becomes the public figurehead of the Rainbow Team, acting as a decoy for the underground Rescue Organization. 45 48 177

International Campaigns and World Championship

Baimu expands his reach across multiple regions, winning contests, capturing Legendary Pokémon, collecting ancient Plates in Hisui, and ultimately defeating international icons like Cynthia and Leon to claim the title of World Champion. 462 1300 1434

Notable Quotes

“The adjustment between partners matters more.” 12

“I came to get you. Let’s get out together.” 8

“If you agree, please shake my hand.” 10

“Let me introduce myself again, everyone! I’m Baimu! Baimu from Azure Iridium Street!” 15

“I ask, you answer. Say one word of nonsense, and I’ll stab you once.” 41

Trivia

• Baimu keeps Aron outside its Poké Ball because he believes constant companionship improves mutual understanding. 12
• He initially chooses money instead of the Quicksand Team’s free Pokémon reward because Aron requires food and rehabilitation. 11
• The simulator’s first run begins with the fixed Greenhorn talent, which slows Pokémon training. 1
• Baimu chooses Chansey after hearing its cry, even though other Trainers consider it nearly useless in battle. 22
• He refuses to sell Jian’s three drug-affected Pokémon despite receiving an offer of four million. 49 50
• Lairon/Aggron unexpectedly develops an interest in gardening and leads Baimu to a plant shop. 49
• Baimu’s competition earnings and bonuses raise his wealth from poverty to approximately 9.8 million before further spending 45 48, eventually scaling into massive fortunes through corporate sponsorships and championship prizes.