Colress's TenacityShrouded Fable #57 Pokémon Card

Colress is a prominent scientist and researcher in the Pokémon world, first introduced in the Generation V games, Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. He is known for his calm, analytical demeanor and his fervent belief that drawing out a Pokémon's full potential is paramount, often through technological means rather than emotional bonds. Colress is associated with Team Plasma, serving as one of their leading scientists, and later reappears in the Alola region in Pokémon Sun and Moon, continuing his research into Pokémon strength. While not a Pokémon himself, his role as a human character is significant, influencing the narratives of multiple games and often challenging the player's understanding of the relationship between trainers and their Pokémon. His intellectual pursuits and sometimes morally ambiguous experiments make him a complex and memorable figure in the Pokémon universe, representing the scientific and technological advancements within the world.