Name: Geoff Bates
Age: 17
Gender: Male
Appearance: Geoff has messy, light brown hair, and rounded glasses. He stands at an even 6 feet, and often dresses in a white shirt and khakis.
Personality: Geoff is generally a very calm and quiet person. He prefers to observe his surroundings, and listen to what others have to say, but he's not afraid to speak up for himself or for others. He is a very kind and loving person, but he can be prone to rages, especially when someone is doing something immoral, such as harming (whether physically, mentally, or emotionally) a Pokemon or person. He has an excellent memory, though this can be a bit of a downfall, as he remembers any and all embarrassing moments in his life, and he also remembers every time he has been wronged, so he can hold lifelong grudges. Geoff is a very bright young man, and he excelled in school, earning top grades and the praise of his teachers. He loves to read and to write, and also has great interest in painting and sketching. Geoff can be very charming when he wants to, using his knowledge, vocabulary, and kindness to win over allies and enemies alike--to this extent, Geoff is a natural orator, perfectly comfortable speaking in front of any audience, on any topic--though Geoff prefers to keep to himself.
History: Native to Slateport City in the Hoenn Region, Geoff was born to his dockworker father, and museum receptionist mother. He spent most of his time studying, writing, reading, creating art, and swimming. He loved to swim with wild Pokemon, and made many friends with the Tentacools, Wingulls, Pelippers, and Magikarps that can be found along the beach, and even swam with a few Wailmer. He also spent lots of time at the Oceanic Museum, where his mother worked, studying various aspects of the ocean, and even having a few conversations with Captain Stern. His life was very peaceful and fun. Geoff got to experience a wide variety of cultures and ethnicities, Slateport being a port city, bustling with ships from many places. He even got to go on a few small cruises, though only to nearby destinations, like Dewford Town. Geoff has seen very little of the world, and is eager to see it all.
Geoff was very excited when he received word from Professor Birch that he could get his own Pokemon, and go on a journey. He was growing somewhat bored with Slateport City and its residents, having spent 17 years there, with only a small handful of jobs. Geoff is more than ready for an adventure!