Marnie

Marnie is a rival Trainer from Spikemuth in Pokemon Sword and Shield.

Marnie's role in Pokemon

She competes in the Gym Challenge with a team centered on Dark-type Pokemon and is supported by the disruptive fan group Team Yell.

Marnie's place in the wider story

Reserved but considerate, Marnie hopes to become Champion and restore attention to her struggling hometown without relying on artificial publicity.