Bertha

Bertha
Information
Gender	Female
Region	Sinnoh
Occupation	Elite Four
Appears in	Generation IV, Generation VIII
Debut	Pokémon Diamond Version and Pokémon Pearl Version
Other information
Specialist type	Ground
Rank	Third
In other languages
Japanese	Name キクノ Kikuno
Japanese	Name キクノ Kikuno
English	Name Bertha
English	Name Bertha

Bertha is a member of the Sinnoh Elite Four. She specializes in Ground-type Pokémon.

Appearance

Bertha is an aging woman, whose appearance and name resembles Agatha: they both have the same hairstyle. Bertha wears a brown scarf, a white buttoned coat, a black skirt, long grey socks and black shoes.

Personality

Despite her humble and gentle demeanor, Bertha holds herself as a strong and enduring trainer. She knows when she's beaten and doesn't regret defeat.

Etymology

The name Bertha's comes from "earth."

Her Japanese name, Kikuno, may be derived from 崎嶇 (kiku, steep) or 国 (kuni, country). In either event, it may also come from Kikuko, Agatha's Japanese name, as both are elderly women who are part of their region's Elite Four lineup.

Biography

Other appearances

Bertha in Pokémon the Series (anime)

Bertha in Pokémon Masters (games)

Bertha in Pokémon Adventures (manga)

Sprites

DP battle sprite

Pt battle sprite

Vs. Sprite

Quotes

Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum

Before battle

"Well, well. You're quite the adorable Trainer, but you've also got a spine. Ahaha! I'm Bertha. I have a preference for Ground-type Pokémon. Well, would you show this old lady how much you've learned?"

During battle

"Dear child, don't assume for an instant that you've won."

When defeated

"Well! Dear child, I must say, that was most impressive. Your Pokémon believed in you and did their best to earn you the win. Even though I've lost, I find myself with this silly grin!"

After battle

"You're quite something, youngster. I like how you and your Pokémon earned the win by working as one. That's what makes you so strong. Ahahaha! I think that you can go as far as you want."

Last words

"The Trainer in the next room is a much more formidable opponent. You really must have your wits about you. However, I think you can go as far as you desire. Ahahaha!"

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Prior to defeating Cynthia, Bertha has the same quotes as in Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum.

Rematch

• Before battle
  • "Well, well. I see you've returned, dear child. It looks as though you've grown more confident since the last time we met. But don't forget – with age comes the power to shake the earth, and a force of will that can split the ground beneath your feet! Ahahaha! Let this old lady show you what a little life experience can do."
• When defeated
  • "That was quite something. Your youth gives you a confidence in battle that can't be shaken."
• After battle
  • "No matter how the world shifts, you and your Pokémon will always be sure-footed. You're steadily today than all the days before!"

Ultimate rematch (Boss level)

• Before battle
  • "Oh, if it isn't <player>! You sure look different from last time we met. Why, now you hold yourself just like an adult. You remind me of when I was young... Ahahaha! But I know you're not here to hear an old lady's ramblings. Let's let the battle do the talking.
• During battle (when sending in last Pokémon)
  • "Ahahaha! Victory may be in sight, but take care not to lose your footing!"
• When defeated
  • "I'm very impressed. Your strength shook me like a tremor from the earth itself.
• After battle
  • "Now then, let me leave you with a last little bit of advice.... Even if you find yourself losing someday, and even if your feelings are crushed, remember to remain as strong as the earth beneath your feet.
• Last words
  • "Ahahaha! I look forward to seeing just how far you go!"

Pokémon

Diamond and Pearl

Quagsire		Sudowoodo		Whiscash		Hippowdon		Golem
Lv. 55	♀	Lv. 56	♀	Lv. 55	♀	Lv. 59	♀	Lv. 56	♀
Ability: Damp		Ability: Sturdy		Ability: Oblivious		Ability: Sand Stream		Ability: Rock Head
Item: None		Item: None		Item: None		Item: Sitrus Berry		Item: None
Protect		Sandstorm		Rock Slide		Earthquake		Gyro Ball		-
Sandstorm		Earthquake		Fissure		Crunch		Brick Break		-
Dig		Hammer Arm		Aqua Tail		Stone Edge		Sandstorm		-
Double Team		Sucker Punch		Zen Headbutt		Curse		Earthquake		-

Platinum

Whiscash		Gliscor		Golem		Hippowdon		Rhyperior
Lv. 50	♀	Lv. 53	♀	Lv. 52	♀	Lv. 52	♀	Lv. 55	♀
Ability: Oblivious		Ability: Hyper Cutter		Ability: Rock Head		Ability: Sand Stream		Ability: Lightningrod
Item: None		Item: None		Item: None		Item: None		Item: Sitrus Berry
Earth Power		Earthquake		Fire Punch		Stone Edge		Avalanche		-
Sandstorm		Fire Fang		Earthquake		Crunch		Megahorn		-
Aqua Tail		Thunder Fang		Sandstorm		Earthquake		Rock Wrecker		-
Zen Headbutt		Ice Fang		ThunderPunch		Yawn		Earthquake		-

Whiscash		Gliscor		Golem		Hippowdon		Rhyperior
Lv. 66	♀	Lv. 69	♀	Lv. 68	♀	Lv. 68	♀	Lv. 71	♀
Ability: Oblivious		Ability: Hyper Cutter		Ability: Rock Head		Ability: Sand Stream		Ability: Lightningrod
Item: None		Item: None		Item: None		Item: None		Item: Sitrus Berry
Earth Power		Earthquake		Fire Punch		Stone Edge		Avalanche		-
Sandstorm		Fire Fang		Earthquake		Crunch		Megahorn		-
Aqua Tail		Thunder Fang		Sandstorm		Earthquake		Rock Wrecker		-
Zen Headbutt		Ice Fang		ThunderPunch		Yawn		Earthquake		-

Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl

Quagsire		Sudowoodo		Golem		Whiscash		Hippowdon
Lv. 55	♀	Lv. 56	♀	Lv. 56	♀	Lv. 55	♀	Lv. 59	♀
Ability: Water Absorb		Ability: Rock Head		Ability: Sturdy		Ability: Hydration		Ability: Sand Stream
Item: Leftovers		Item: Sitrus Berry		Item: Soft Sand		Item: Rindo Berry		Item: Chesto Berry
Toxic		Double-Edge		Rock Polish		Bulldoze		Ice Fang		-
Recover		Head Smash		Heavy Slam		Ice Beam		Crunch		-
Surf		Sucker Punch		Earthquake		Belch		Earthquake		-
Earthquake		Low Kick		Stone Edge		Hydro Pump		Rest		-

Whiscash		Gliscor		Golem		Hippowdon		Rhyperior
Lv. 66	♀	Lv. 69	♀	Lv. 68	♀	Lv. 68	♀	Lv. 71	♀
Ability: Hydration		Ability: Hyper Cutter		Ability: Sturdy		Ability: Sand Stream		Ability: Solid Rock
Item: Rindo Berry		Item: Sitrus Berry		Item: Soft Sand		Item: Chesto Berry		Item: Muscle Band
Ice Beam		Earthquake		Rock Polish		Ice Fang		Rock Wrecker		-
Zen Headbutt		Thunder Fang		Heavy Slam		Crunch		Megahorn		-
Scald		Guillotine		Earthquake		Earthquake		Earthquake		-
Earthquake		X-Scissor		Stone Edge		Rest		Thunder Fang		-

Whiscash		Gliscor		Mamoswine		Nidoking		Hippowdon		Rhyperior
Lv. 76	♀	Lv. 79	♀	Lv. 77	♀	Lv. 78	♂	Lv. 78	♀	Lv. 81	♀
Ability: Hydration		Ability: Hyper Cutter		Ability: Thick Fat		Ability: Sheer Force		Ability: Sand Stream		Ability: Solid Rock
Item: Rindo Berry		Item: Sitrus Berry		Item: Never-Melt Ice		Item: Life Orb		Item: Chesto Berry		Item: Muscle Band
Ice Beam		Earthquake		Earthquake		Sludge Bomb		Ice Fang		Rock Wrecker
Zen Headbutt		Thunder Fang		Icicle Spear		Earth Power		Crunch		Megahorn
Scald		Guillotine		Ice Shard		Thunderbolt		Earthquake		Earthquake
Earthquake		X-Scissor		Double-Edge		Ice Beam		Rest		Thunder Fang

Trivia

• While her Hippowdon is invariably female in the games, it shows male coloration in other media—namely the TCG and the anime.