Yes, we're down to referring to him as a tool. In more than one way.

So, yeah. This thread is basically to discuss possibilities for Brock's future. It seems to be that he's been little more than dead weight mixed with some (very) occasional comedy for awhile now. So the question is, how can Brock serve a better role in the anime?

Personally, I really enjoyed the episode a couple of weeks ago where he participated in the contest. That was the most he's done in ages - his own line about not remembering the last time he fought in an official battle makes that point quite clear. I was desperately wishing he'd keep doing contests, but alas, it appears to have been a fruitless hope.

So, what role do you think Brock could serve? How could he gain a bit of importance in the anime? Share your ideas!

(And yes, I know this applies to Max every bit as much as it does to Brock, but I figured it's more reasonable to ask about someone who can legally participate in official battles.)