Delmar Sandoval

Delmar Sandoval is a minor character which was introduced in. He is known to have worked with Professor Oak in a project in the past, and competed in Kanto League several times, and ended up as runner up in one of those.

Kanto Journey - Part Red & Green
Delmar Sandoval debuted in, as he saw walking through the way out of Viridian City, tired and broody. Delmar invited Blake to his place to offer some tea. During their conversations, Delmar revealed that he became a Pokémon trainer when he was younger after his mother's death. He participated in Kanto League for a couple of times, and at the last time, he came second in the final round because of one last moment mistake. That mistake caused a big damage in his heart that he never competed in the league ever again. Also, after he learned that Blake is the grandson of Professor Oak, he pointed out that he and Professor Oak worked together years ago on one particular project.

During their meeting, Blake challenged Delmar to a Pokémon battle. Delmar claimed himself being too tired and old for Pokémon battles, same as his Pokémon. But Blake comforted him, saying he is too new on his journey, which would even the situation. Eventually, Delmar had a three on three Pokémon battle in the backyard. Delmar's first Pokémon was also his first partner, a Venusaur which he received by his mother before he set off on a journey. Delmar requested Blake to use his first Pokémon, also. Venusaur easily defeated, and they went to the second round. Delmar requested Blake to use his first capture, which happened to be against Delmar's Fearow. Fearow defeated Spearow by using only Drill Peck. In the last round, Delmar asked Blake to send out his last capture. Blake called out, while Delmar used his Hypno, and eventually defeated her, too.

The battle, despite of being monotonic, inspired Blake in so many ways, and made him even more eager. Delmar promised to cheer for Blake in the Kanto League once he gets there.