Top 10 Must-Have Pokemon Starters Revealed!

Starter Pokémon, also known as "First Partner Pokémon," are the initial Pokémon offered to players at the beginning of most Pokémon games. These Pokémon typically fall into three elemental types: Grass, Fire, and Water. Choosing a starter is a pivotal decision, often shaping the player's gameplay experience.

Key Characteristics of Starter Pokémon

• Types: Grass, Fire, and Water are the standard choices, creating a balanced triangle where each type has an advantage and disadvantage over another.
• Evolution: Starters generally evolve twice, becoming stronger and sometimes gaining secondary typings.
• Significance: They are iconic to their respective regions and often hold sentimental value for players.

Notable Starter Pokémon Across Generations

1. Kanto (Gen 1): Bulbasaur (Grass/Poison), Charmander (Fire), Squirtle (Water). Pikachu is also a starter in Pokémon Yellow.
2. Johto (Gen 2): Chikorita (Grass), Cyndaquil (Fire), Totodile (Water).
3. Hoenn (Gen 3): Treecko (Grass), Torchic (Fire/Fighting), Mudkip (Water/Ground).
4. Sinnoh (Gen 4): Turtwig (Grass/Ground), Chimchar (Fire/Fighting), Piplup (Water/Steel).
5. Unova (Gen 5): Snivy (Grass), Tepig (Fire/Fighting), Oshawott (Water).
6. Kalos (Gen 6): Chespin (Grass/Fighting), Fennekin (Fire/Psychic), Froakie (Water/Dark).
7. Alola (Gen 7): Rowlet (Grass/Flying, later Grass/Ghost), Litten (Fire/Dark), Popplio (Water/Fairy).
8. Galar (Gen 8): Grookey (Grass), Scorbunny (Fire), Sobble (Water).
9. Paldea (Gen 9): Sprigatito (Grass), Fuecoco (Fire/Ghost in its final form), Quaxly (Water/Fighting).

Special Cases

• Pokémon Let's Go Pikachu! and Let's Go Eevee! feature Pikachu and Eevee as starters instead of the traditional trio.
• In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, Rowlet, Cyndaquil, and Oshawott serve as starters.

Why Starters Matter

Starters introduce players to type advantages and strategy while often becoming a player's most trusted companion throughout their journey. Some starters, like Charizard or Greninja, have gained immense popularity due to their designs, utility in battle, or appearances in the anime.