They always have each other's back no matter what and they would do anything to protect each other from danger. Pikachu has always been on Ash's side during his journey, and enjoys sitting on his shoulder or head since Pikachu is always reluctantly to stay inside his Poké Ball. This trait is later shared by his best friend, Dawn's Piplup, who also given the chance to evolve, but also refuses and is given an Everstone to prevent it.Īsh and Pikachu are best friends and partners even though they had a rough start, they are nearly inseparable.
In these battles, Ash and Pikachu usually have to use unconventional strategies to win.Įven in the face of losses to Raichu, Pikachu refuses to evolve. This also carries to Sho's Raichu who also overpowers all of Pikachu's abilities such as his Iron Tail and Volt Tackle. Surge's Raichu defeats and injures Pikachu in the first season of the anime. The prime example of this rivalry is when Lt. In the Sun and Moon series, during the pancake race, Pikachu wanted to defeat an Alolan Raichu. He has a strong rivalvy with most Raichu, his evolved form. Pikachu doesn't like being in his Poké Ball one bit, hates someone pulling on his tail (and being followed very closely) He likes riding on Ash's head or shoulder. Pikachu might be oblivious to the concept of love, as seen when Dawn's Buneary tried to flirt with him. Like Ash, Pikachu has a love for science and technology, even if he cannot understand most of it. He can also imitate some Pokémon by making their face shapes. Pikachu will often use his Electric-type attacks to escape danger or traps, with Thunderbolt being one of his most common moves.
They try to capture him, but on the few occasions that they do, their plans are always thwarted by Ash and his friends. Pikachu is also a constant target for Team Rocket. Although stubborn at times, he obeys Ash's commands in battle and rarely leaves his side. He is responsible and often looks after younger Pokémon, particularly Misty's Togepi, who he is often forced to shepherd out of danger. Pikachu is a very determined Pokémon and unwilling to give up in tough situations. He is curious, smart, friendly, and shares Ash's fondness for battling. Whenever Ash isn't around, Pikachu takes a leadership position for the team. 3.1.2.5 Pokémon the Series: Black & Whiteĭespite his small size, Pikachu is one of Ash's most dependable and strongest partners.3.1.2.4 Pokémon the Series: Diamond and Pearl.3.1.2.3 Pokémon the Series: Ruby and Sapphire.3.1.2.2 Pokémon the Series: Gold and Silver.3.1.2.1 Pokémon the Series: The Beginning.The irony of Ash using a Meowth is very hard to resist indeed. I caught it easily thanks to Pikachu’s thunder wave. Fortunately on Route 5 I ran into a meowth of all things. I hope this means the starters are coming soon. Lord only knows if I make it there any faster than they did in the anime. It wasn’t even as high of level as A.J.’s Sandshrew. She was pretty easy too, just her cubone. Inside was nothing special, unless Giselle counts as special. It’s pretty impressive looking, a giant mansion covered in fog. At the end was the destination Pokemon Tech. There was a large amount of trainer battles. It was so easy Butterfree beat it all on her own.įollowing along the trail again was rough. When you rescue him instead of being thanked, he battles you with his Weepinbell. His friends still run him on the treadmill. It was actually the introduction of Joe and Pokemon Tech. My first though was Ghost of Maiden’s Peak. Not long into it, mysterious fog appeared. It had all five of his other Pokemon inside.
It wasn’t anything special, just a nice nod to the anime. I checked out his Pokemon inside his little gym. Amazingly my team was able to chip all it’s health away. His Sandshrew is a shockingly high level of 28. Butterfree was a godsend with Misty, but it’s lack of attacking moves (other than tackle) is really setting it back.Īfter winning against 10 consecutive trainers I end up not at the Poke-school, but A.J.’s unofficial gym. There is a sign that says the Pokemon Technical Institute is straight ahead. Headed upward to route 19 to see no bridge or nuggets, just trainers all in a line.