Pokémon Friendship: The Darker Storyline

Pokémon Friendship: The Darker Storyline is a Darker and Edgier version of the original series, with CheerfulSteekip being its main director.
The series' main themes are Pokémon and dreams.
==Synopsis==
==Characters==
A majority of the cast remains the same, though they are listed here for obvious reasons. However, there are new additions to the cast as well.
===Mains===
====Fallers====
*Kimberly Shand (Japanese: キンバリー・シャンド): The main protagonist of the series. Kimberly is a 10-year-old (7-year-old in School Days) girl who struggles to find a path in her life, and thus her greatest treasure. However, she admits to liking drawing, writing and singing, the last one of which gets her to become an idol. Her starter is a Shulong named Ryoko, though she's later revealed to also own a Sprigatito named Blossom.
*Garry Anderson (Japanese: ギャリー・アンダーソン): The deuteragonist of the series. Garry is a 10-year-old (7-year-old in School Days) boy who can be quite stoic and callous outside his friend circle. He tends to almost get the others into trouble, much to Kimberly's dismay. His starter is a Shyleon named Menkao, though he's later revealed to also own a Quaxly named Donald.
*Ryan Willow (Japanese: ライアン・ウィロー): The tritagonist of the series. Ryan is a 10-year-old (7-year-old in School Days) boy who seems to be the only one of the group that knew what a Pokémon is when they first arrived at Zinta as amnesics. He tends to give advice to his friends, which they usually treasure. His starter is a Trishout named Tomoki, though he's later revealed to also own a Riolu named Omega.
*Liam Hammerfield (Japanese: リアム・ハマーフィールド): The tetartagonist of the series. Liam is a 10-year-old (7-year-old in School Days) boy who is very friendly towards almost anyone. However, he knows when to stop in case he and his friends encounter a bad guy. His starter is a Sabolt named Tempest, though he's later revealed to also own a Mudkip named Muddy.
====Burning Buddies====
*Will Brennan (Japanese:): (info TBA) His starter is a Charmander named Zard.
*Emily Cooper (Japanese:): (info TBA) Her starter is a Chivee named Vivi.
*Nova Starscope (Japanese: 大空 星使 Oozora Amane): (info TBA) Her starter - and only Pokémon - is a Buneary named Garnet.
*Josie Adams (Japanese:): (info TBA) Her starter is a Fennekin named Flambe.
====Horizons of Zinta====
*Liko Ricano (Japanese: リカーノ リコ): (info TBA) Her starter is a Sprigatito named Kitt.
*Roy Okani (Japanese: オカニ ロイ): (info TBA) His starter is a Fuecoco named Croco.
*Dot Yumehara (Japanese: 夢原 ドット): (info TBA) Her starter is a Quaxly named Dancefeather.
*Percy Rockfire (Japanese: 魔法火 パーシー Mahohi Percy): (info TBA) His starter is a Pawmi named Sparkton, though he's later revealed to also own a Fuecoco named Elton.
====Johtoian Family====
*Annabelle van Daruk (Japanese:): (info TBA) Her starter is a Murkrow named Murky.
*Luke Lawrence (Japanese:): (info TBA) His starter is a Totodile named Leatherhead.
*Molly Lawrence (Japanese:): (info TBA) Her starter is a Cyndaquil named Ty.
*Wilson Kasai (Japanese:): (info TBA) His starter is a Charmander named Storm.
====Blueberry Friends====
*Carmine Snakeswood (Japanese: 宝石蛇 ゼイユ Hōsekihebi Zeiyu): (info TBA) Her starter is a Poltchageist named Matchie.
*Kieran Snakeswood (Japanese: 宝石蛇 スグリ Hōsekihebi Suguri): (info TBA) His starter is an Applin named Hydra.
*Lacey Earthshade (Japanese: タロ Taro): The daughter of Gym Leader Clay, as well as a Fairy-type specialist. She has a habit of crossing her arms in an X-formation to show her disapproval whenever she disagrees with something. Her starter is a Drilbur named Exaci.
*Drayton Dracoray (Japanese: カキツバタ Kakitsubata): The grandson of Gym Leader Drayden, as well as a Dragon-type specialist. While friendly like the rest of the main cast, he's also laid-back and unserious, though he is really skilled in battling (and ends up being more serious when transformed). His starter is a Duraludon named Archie.
====Magical Wonder====
*Jim Porter (Japanese:): A mysterious cyborg and interdimensional traveler who crash-landed into this world aboard his experimental flagship, accompanied by Ellie before her amnesia, his crew, and a corps of 27,500 personnel who remained intact. From the start, Jim appeared to be more than he seemed. Behind his mortal shell lies a powerful god. His starter is a Pichu named Pancake.
*Ellie Starling (Japanese:): An amnesic girl who has no memory of her past. She is autistic and has trouble fighting and understanding things - though this doesn't stop her from being an idol. Her starter is a Chivee named Dandelion.
*May Maple (Japanese: カエデ ハルカ Kaede Haruka): (info TBA) Her starter is a Torchic named Chica.
*Max Maple (Japanese: カエデ マサト Kaede Masato): (info TBA) His starter is a Ralts named Wally.
====Treasured Hearts====
*Erny Emyza (Japanese: エミーザ アーニー): Erny is a 14-year-old girl who has been studying at the Pokémon Academy even before the Fallers' arrival. She serves as their honorary older sister figure. Her starter is an Oshawott named Miji-Miji.
*Nemona Menzi (Japanese: 太陽松 ネモ Taiyomatsu Nemo): A 14-year-old girl who is an aspiring Champion of Zinta. She loves battling, and enjoys the company of her best friends. Her starter is a Chivee named Sunshine.
*Arven Mintstar (Japanese: 火花運 ペパー Hibanaun Pepper): A 14-year-old boy who aspires to be a master chef in Zinta. His parents passed away 10 years prior to the series. His starter is a Maschiff named Matthew.
*Penny Ling (Japanese: 緑森 ボタン Midomori Botan): An 11-year-old girl who is a shy person and a good hacker. She struggles to find a path in life - though this lasted longer than Kimberly's. Her starter is a Chivee named Mika.
====Afterschool Teatime====
TBA
====Wabaka Girls!====
TBA
====Academy Protectors====
*L James Duke (Japanese:): (info TBA) As revealed in flashbacks, his starter is a () named ().
*Ayupan Takamiya (Japanese: 高宮 アユパン): (info TBA) As revealed in flashbacks, her starter is a () named ().
*Trigger (Japanese:): (info TBA) As revealed in flashbacks, his starter is a () named ().
*Rosa "Rosie" Cossette D'elise (Japanese:): (info TBA) As revealed in flashbacks, her starter is a () named ().
====Team Negima====
TBA
====Team Miraculous====
TBA
====Other====
*Matthew "Matt" Takai (Japanese: 高井 マシュー): Matt is a 14-year-old boy who is revealed to be Erny's crush, after initially seeing him as her rival. Once the two start dating, the Fallers start seeing him as their honorary older brother figure. His starter is a Pichu named Surfer.
===Mascots===
====Fallers====
*Ruby (Japanese:): A Japanese hare Jewel-eyed Pixie who is one of Kimberly's two partners. She represents Luck.
*Larimar (Japanese:): An arctic fox Jewel-eyed Pixie who is one of Kimberly's two partners. She represents Love and Peace.
*Sapphie (Japanese:): A King Charles Spinel Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Garry's partner. She represents Friendship.
*Brownie (Japanese:): A hedgehog Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Ryan's partner. He represents Inspiration.
*Garnet (Japanese:): A Persian cat Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Liam's partner. She represents Love.
====Burning Buddies====
*Kohaku (Japanese:): A Shiba Inu Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Will's partner. He represents Leadership.
*Rosa "Rose" (Japanese:): A Ussuri brown bear Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Emily's partner. She represents Passion.
*Labra (Japanese:): A polar bear Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Nova's partner. She represents Hidden Powers.
*Luea (Japanese): A Dutch rabbit Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Josie's partner. She represents Truth.
====Horizons of Zinta====
*Sango (Japanese:): A tabby cat Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Liko's partner. She represents Protection.
*Tour (Japanese:): An American Shorthair Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Roy's partner. He represents Adventure.
*Tata (Japanese:): A squirrel monkey Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Dot's partner. He represents Courage.
*Amelie (Japanese:): A Djungarian hamster Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Percy's partner. She represents Bonds.
====Jothoian Family====
*Milky (Japanese:): A chihuahua Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Annabelle's partner. She represents Sympathy.
*Prase (Japanese:): A toy poodle Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Luke's partner. She represents Studying. 
*Opal (Japanese:): An alicorn Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Molly's partner. She represents Hidden Talents.
*Jasper (Japanese): A cheetah Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Wilson's partner. He represents Honesty.
====Blueberry Friends====
*Kris (Japanese:): A Miniature Dachshund Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Carmine's partner. He represents Relationships.
*Titana (Japanese:): A squirrel Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Kieran's partner. He represents Balance.
*Topaz (Japanese:): A Yorkshire Terrier Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Lacey's partner. She represents Confidence.
*Io (Japanese:): A lop rabbit Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Drayton's partner. He represents Refreshment.
====Magical Wonder====
*Granite (Japanese:): A white lion Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Jim's partner. He represents Security.
*Yuku (Japanese:): A beagle Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Ellie's partner. He represents Intelligence.
*Angela (Japanese:): An alphca Jewel-eyed Pixie who is May's partner. She represents Solace.
*Peridot (Japanese:): A Papillon Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Max's partner. She represents Positiveness.
====Treasured Hearts====
*Lapis (Japanese:): A Russian Blue Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Erny's partner. She represents a Strong Fortune.
*Dian (Japanese:): A Maine Coon Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Nemona's partner. He represents Strong Hearts.
*King (Japanese:): A French Bulldog Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Arven's partner. He represents Health.
*Chite (Japanese:): A Jack Russel Terrier Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Penny's partner. He represents Assistance.
====Afterschool Teatime====
*Cyan (Japanese:): A Maltese Shih Tzu Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Mugi's partner. She represents Kindness.
*Nia (Japanese:): A black cat Jewel-eyed Pixie who is Azusa's partner. She represents Responsibility.
====Wabaka Girls!====
TBA
====Academy Protectors====
TBA
====Team Negima====
TBA
====Team Miraculous====
TBA
====Other====
*Nyaclaw (Japanese:): A cat-like Pixie who is very cheeky and loves to play.
===Pokémon===
:See here
===Villains===
*LEGION: The true main antagonists of the series.
*Cipher (Japanese: シャドー Shadow): At first, they're the main antagonists, but they're later overshadowed by LEGION in future arcs.
===Supporting===
==Trivia==
:For this series' tropes, see here.
===See also===
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==Gallery==
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