Shuu is a Pokémon Coordinator from LaRousse who shows up throughout the anime as Haruka's biggest rival. He's known for his competitive nature and his focus on Contest battles, which puts him at odds with Haruka as they both work toward becoming top Coordinators. Fans often note that their rivalry drives a lot of the contest arc's tension, with the two constantly facing off and pushing each other to improve.
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