Pokemon Black and White, Vol. 16 — Hidenori Kusaka

Meet Pokémon Trainers Black and White! His entire life, Black has dreamed of winning the Pokémon League! Now he embarks on a journey to explore the Unova region and fill a Pokédex for Professor Juniper. White has an exciting career as the Trainer of a talented troupe of performing Pokémon. She dreams of making her Tepig Gigi a star! Together, Black and White continue on their journey... What surprising new Pokémon -- and people -- will they meet next?!

Team Plasma leader N shakes Black's faith in his relationship with his Pokémon. Then, just when Black is about to call it quits and go home, he gets a last-minute chance to earn the final Pokemon badge he needs to be eligible to compete in the Pokemon League!

How will Black regain his confidence in time to win this crucial gym battle...?

Plus, meet the Elite Four: Shauntal, Grimsley, Marshall and Caitlin!