>>21284860He's not. But he is a competent trainer compared to Ash. And probably an introvert, judging by his silence in GS. But certainly the type to care about his Pokemon.
Origins is probably the best current characterization for him. I always figured he'd start out naive, but eager, with his heart in the right place. But he becomes more skilled as he goes along, and ultimately turns into a bit of a badass.
But definitely not the edgy sort. And no real loner would do well as a Pokemon Trainer. Passerby Boy sort of proves that.