Team Flare (Trainer class)

Team Flare (Japanese: フレア団 Team Flare) is a type of Pokémon Trainer that first debuted in the Generation VI games. This class comprises all the high-ranking members of Team Flare which battle the undefined, notably their leader Lysandre in certain battles, as well as the team's scientist administrators. In, the class is used exclusively by Lysandre during his appearance in Episode RR.

In the anime
As an entity, Team Flare debuted in From A to Z!, including its five scientists, Celosia, Mable, Aliana, Bryony, and Xerosic. However, Lysandre first appeared in Mega Evolution Special I as a mysterious benefactor assisting Alain on his quest in exchange for information on Mega Evolution. Lysandre and Team Flare eventually went on to become the main antagonists of the XY & Z arc of the.

Pokémon Adventures
Lower members of Team Flare ravaged Vaniville Town, forcing out of his secluded life for the first time in years.