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Penny is a key character in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, as well as other Pokémon media. Below is a detailed overview of her role and characteristics:

Background

• Name: Penny (Japanese: ボタン Botan)
• Region of Origin: Galar
• Current Region: Paldea
• Role: Student at Naranja/Uva Academy, leader of Team Star
• Personality: Shy, reserved, sarcastic, and deeply caring for her friends. She is highly skilled with machines and computers.
• Appearance: Penny has short hair split into red (front) and blue (back), black eyes, glasses, and a distinctive Eevee-themed backpack. Her outfit includes a black hoodie with a Poké Ball logo, black shorts with a transparent skirt, grey leggings with red and blue patterns, and black boots.

Role in Pokémon Scarlet and Violet

Penny plays a significant role in the ★ Starfall Street ★ storyline:

• Initially introduced as a shy student being harassed by Team Star grunts.
• She secretly operates under the alias "Cassiopeia," serving as the leader of Team Star, which she formed to combat bullying at the academy.
• Penny orchestrates "Operation Starfall," recruiting the player to help disband Team Star to prevent her friends from being expelled.
• After the player defeats all five Team Star bosses, Penny reveals her identity and challenges the player to a battle. Her team consists entirely of Eeveelutions.
• Post-defeat, she expresses relief at the resolution of Team Star's story.

Trivia

• Penny is the first female villainous team leader in Pokémon's core series games.
• Her team is unique in that it consists solely of six Eeveelutions.
• Her dorm room contains numerous references to Pokémon species and Nintendo consoles.
• She is known for her sarcastic humor but demonstrates deep loyalty to her friends.

Appearances in Other Media

1. Pokémon Horizons: The Series:
   • Penny appears as an engineer for the Pokémon League and assists with various tasks at Naranja Academy.
   • She befriends Dot and helps counteract threats like Chalce's infiltration of the academy.
2. Pokémon Masters EX:
   • Penny forms a sync pair with Sylveon in this mobile game.
3. Trading Card Game:
   • Penny has been featured as a Supporter card in the Scarlet & Violet expansion.

Penny's character highlights themes of friendship, resilience against bullying, and personal growth throughout her appearances in Pokémon media.