Character from pokemon-adventures-rs by
Sapphire's father, Hoenn's regional professor — a burly field researcher who studies Pokémon habitats in the wild and raised his daughter to be just as fearless as the creatures they study.
Professor Birch is the anti-laboratory scientist. Where other professors work in pristine facilities, Birch does his research face-first in the mud. He studies Pokémon habitats by going to the habitats — climbing into caves, wading through marshes, and occasionally getting treed by territorial Mightyena. His daughter Sapphire inherited his fearlessness and then exceeded it. Birch raised her in the field, which explains why she's more comfortable in a tree than a house. He gave her Chic (Torchic) as her starter Pokémon and trusted her to handle herself in the wild from an unreasonably young age. During the crisis, Birch coordinates with the Pokémon Association and provides research support. He's not a frontline fighter, but his knowledge of Hoenn's ecology proves critical for understanding the catastrophic effects of Groudon and Kyogre's awakening.
Stocky, bearded man in his thirties wearing a lab coat over shorts and sandals. Built more like a lumberjack than a scientist. Usually covered in dirt, grass stains, or both. Carries a messenger bag stuffed with field notes. Perpetually cheerful expression even when being chased by wild Pokémon — which happens frequently.
Also known as: Professor Birch, Birch, Prof. Birch