First partners in Kanto

Every great adventure starts with a choice. These four Pokémon can be your very first partner in the original Kanto games, including Pokémon Yellow.

Four Pokémon. One shared story.

Here’s the connection.

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#001

Bulbasaur

grasspoison

Bulbasaur is the Grass-type first partner offered by Professor Oak in Red and Blue.

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#004

Charmander

fire

Charmander is the Fire-type first partner offered by Professor Oak in Red and Blue.

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#007

Squirtle

water

Squirtle is the Water-type first partner offered by Professor Oak in Red and Blue.

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#025

Pikachu

electric

Pikachu is your first partner in Pokémon Yellow. That is why this group has four members.

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A note for curious minds

These are four examples from our puzzle collection. Other Pokémon may share this connection. Regional forms and game-specific evolution methods can make a difference.

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