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It is the goal of [[Ash Ketchum]], as well as many other [[Pokémon Trainer]]s, to become a '''Pokémon Master''', sometimes known as Champion Master. However, exactly what this position is and how one attains it is vague and never fully explained. This, however, is done intentionally, as explained by a [[Nintendo]] representative in response to an email sent to [[Pokémon.com]]'s mailbag:
'''Pokémon Master''' (Japanese: '''ポケモンマスター''' ''Pokémon Master'') is a title in the [[Pokémon world]]. It is the goal of many [[Pokémon Trainer]]s, including [[Ash Ketchum]], to become a Pokémon Master. However, exactly what this position is and how one attains it is vague and never fully explained.
 
In response to an email sent to [[Pokémon.com]]'s mailbag, Pokémon.com posted the following:


<blockquote>"I'm very sorry, but the Pokémon Company does not answer questions of this nature.   
<blockquote>"I'm very sorry, but the Pokémon Company does not answer questions of this nature.   
It is the intent of the Pokémon creators that such questions be left to the imaginations and interpretations of Pokémon fans, adding more excitement and mystery to the Pokémon universe."</blockquote>
It is the intent of the Pokémon creators that such questions be left to the imaginations and interpretations of Pokémon fans, adding more excitement and mystery to the Pokémon universe."</blockquote>
==Usage==
* In {{5v2|Red|Blue|Yellow|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, after defeating [[Lance]] he says "''I hate to admit it, but you are a POKéMON master!''".
* In {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, after defeating all the {{p|Electrode}} in the [[Team Rocket HQ]], Lance says "''The journey to becoming the Pokémon Master is long and difficult. Knowing that, will you keep going?''"
** In {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, he instead says "''The journey to becoming the Pokémon Champion is long and difficult. Knowing that, will you keep going?''"
* [[Extreme Pokémon: The Guide for the Ultimate Fan]] calls [[Lorelei|Prima]] a Pokémon Master.
* [[The Official Pokémon Handbook]] states that a Trainer would deserve the title of Pokémon Master upon defeating or capturing {{p|Mewtwo}}. The handbook also refers to the Elite Four members as "Master Trainers".
* According to [[A Sneak Peek at Pokémon]], one of the tasks to become a Pokémon Master is to capture all Pokémon.
* The book ''[[Charizard, Go!]]'' states that a Pokémon Master must catch one of every kind of Pokémon and become a member of the [[Pokémon League]].
* According to [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]] manga, a Pokémon Master is simply an elite Trainer who is considered a professional and regularly takes part in Pokémon League competitions.
* In ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'', Nurse Joy (while brainwashed) invites the Trainers to have a battle against the world's greatest Pokémon Master on [[New Island]], who is later revealed to be {{OBP|Mewtwo|original series}}.
* In ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', {{jo|Marina}} called [[Lance]] a great Pokémon Master.
* In the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}, Ash explicitly stated that by becoming a Pokémon Champion, he will become a Pokémon Master.
* In ''[[DP191|Memories are Made of Bliss!]]'', [[Cynthia]] is defined as a "Champion Master," someone who has defeated all opponents including the [[Elite Four]] and defends their title against all opposing Trainers. In a sense, they are undefeated by any Trainer that has officially challenged them to claim their "Champion Master" title, though it is unspecific whether it is a regional or national title, it is implied to be a national foundation. Ash states that if he became a Champion Master, he could finally become a Pokémon Master.
* In ''[[BW110|The Name's N!]]'', {{an|N}} shows displeasure in hearing that Ash dreams of becoming a Pokémon Master.


==Theories==
==Theories==
{{fan speculation|section}}
{{fan speculation|section}}
* It has been theorized that when one becomes a [[Pokémon Champion]] of a regional [[Pokémon League]], one attains the title of Pokémon Master. This theory may have some backing in Lance's calling of the player in {{5v2|Red|Blue|Yellow|FireRed|LeafGreen}} a Pokémon Master upon his defeat, before making an addendum to said claim; revealing that there is yet [[Blue (game)|another]] to be fought. Yet (at least in the context of the anime) it seems as if this may not be the case, for Ash Ketchum emerged as the victor of the [[Orange League]] and did not appear to attain any such title or position to anyone's knowledge. It should also be noted that Pokémon League Champions haven't actually ever been specifically referred to as Pokémon Masters in either battle or dialogue (whether in the games or in the anime). It is, however, alternatively possible that the title of "Pokémon Master" may simply refer to one who ''has'' officially defeated all members of an Elite Four ''at some point in time'' (in contrast to one who is currently the ''reigning'' Champion). This may be supported by both the fact that Lance never outright redacts his claim that the player is a ''Pokémon Master'' in {{5v2|Red|Blue|Yellow|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, he only states that the player's rival is the true ''Champion'', and also by the fact that Ash Ketchum has never defeated all members of a single Elite Four at any point in time.
* It has been theorized that when one becomes a [[Pokémon Champion]] of a regional [[Pokémon League]], one attains the title of Pokémon Master.
* Another theory is that, in the context of the {{pkmn|anime}}, Pokémon Masters are the members of the [[Elite Four]]. [[Extreme Pokémon: The Guide for the Ultimate Fan]] calls [[Lorelei|Prima]] a Pokémon Master.
** This theory is supported by Lance calling the player a Pokémon Master upon his defeat in {{5v2|Red|Blue|Yellow|FireRed|LeafGreen}}, before revealing that the player must first face {{ga|Blue}} becoming Champion.
* After defeating [[Giovanni]] at [[Viridian Gym]], when he gives the player the Earth Badge he says it is "evidence of your mastery as a Pokémon Trainer" which may imply that a Pokémon Master is one who has collected all of the Badges in a [[region]].
** It is implied in the dub of ''[[DP191|Memories Are Made Of Bliss!]]'' that this is the case. However, the Japanese version explicitly states that it is only one step to being a Pokémon Master.
* [[The Official Pokémon Handbook]] states that a Trainer would deserve the title of Pokémon Master upon defeating or capturing {{p|Mewtwo}}, which would, in terms of the anime, obviously be very impractical, if not impossible. But the handbook also refers to the Elite Four members as Master Trainers, implying that any Elite Four member can call themselves a Master.
** French versions of the games consistently translate the title "[[Pokémon Champion]]" as "Maître Pokémon" (literally, "Pokémon Master") , giving some credence to these terms being interchangeable.
** This would mean that {{an|Giovanni}} would be the first and only Pokémon Master in the {{pkmn|anime}}. It would also mean that there are 3 Pokémon Masters in the [[Pokémon Adventures]] manga: [[Blaine]], the original owner and creator of {{Adv|Mewtwo}}, according to [[PS016|Tauros the Tyrant]], [[PS034|And Mewtwo Too?!]] and [[PS035|And Mewtwo Three!]]; {{Adv|Red}}, who caught Mewtwo with a [[Master Ball]] in [[PS035|And Mewtwo Three!]]; and {{Adv|Yellow}}, who used Mewtwo in [[PS081|Aerodactyl Redux]].
* It has been theorized that, in the context of the {{pkmn|anime}}, Pokémon Masters are the members of the [[Elite Four]].
* According to [[A Sneak Peek at Pokémon]], the very first official promotional video, one of the tasks to become a Pokémon Master is to capture all Pokémon. Likewise, [[The Official Pokémon Collector's Sticker Book]] implies that one is made a Pokémon Master by catching all Pokémon. In theory, Ash almost had all of the Pokémon in the world on his side in ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'', but did not officially own them. This task, however, would in practice seem impossible, especially taking into account certain [[legendary Pokémon]]. The franchise dropping the "[[Gotta Catch 'em All!]]" motto may indicate that this is no longer the case, however.
** This theory is supported by the book [[Extreme Pokémon: The Guide for the Ultimate Fan]] calling [[Lorelei|Prima]] a Pokémon Master.
** ''[[M02|The Power of One]]'' is also notable for making this goal in the anime seem problematic, since a major plot point in the film was [[Lawrence III]] capturing the {{OBP|legendary birds|M02}} and disrupting the balance of nature. If these three Pokémon were the only ones of their kind in the anime, then the title of Pokémon Master could possibly not be achieved without putting the world at risk. However, the same Pokémon had appeared in other episodes of the anime as well.
* After defeating [[Giovanni]] at [[Viridian Gym]], when he gives the player the {{Badge|Earth}} he says it is "evidence of your mastery as a Pokémon Trainer" which may imply that a Pokémon Master is one who has collected all of the [[Gym]] [[Badge]]s in a [[region]].
* The book [[Charizard, Go!]] states that a Pokémon Master must catch one of every kind of Pokémon and become a member of the [[Pokémon League]].
** Yet in the context of the anime this is not the case as Ash has collected all the Gym Badges in multiple regions and still does not consider himself a Pokémon Master.
* According to [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]] manga, however, which is based on the anime, a Pokémon Master is simply an elite Trainer who is considered a professional and regularly takes part in Pokémon League competitions.
* [[The Official Pokémon Collector's Sticker Book]] implies that one is made a Pokémon Master by [[Gotta catch 'em all!|catching all Pokémon]].
* A Pokémon Master is possibly a Trainer that has become unbeatable. This is supported by the fact that in ''[[M01|Mewtwo Strikes Back]]'', Nurse Joy (while brainwashed) invites the Trainers to have a battle against the world's greatest Pokémon Master on [[New Island]], who is later revealed to be {{OBP|Mewtwo|original series}}.
** It has also been theorized that this, along with becoming a Pokémon Champion, is the criteria.
* In ''[[DP191|Memories are Made of Bliss!]]'', [[Cynthia]] is defined as a "Champion Master," someone who has defeated all opponents including the [[Elite Four]] and defends their title against all opposing Trainers. In a sense, they are undefeated by any Trainer that has officially challenged them to claim their "Champion Master" title, though it is unspecific whether it is a regional or national title, it is implied to be a national foundation. Ash states that if he became a Champion Master, he could finally become a Pokémon Master.
 
* In ''[[The Legend of Thunder!]]'', [[Marina (Johto)|Marina]] called [[Lance]] a great Pokémon Master.
==In other languages==
* In ''[[BW110|The Name's N!]]'', {{an|N}} shows displeasure in hearing that Ash dreams of becoming a Pokémon Master. This seems to indicate, or at least in N's point-of-view, that a Pokémon Master is someone who captures and battle Pokémon explicitly for the purpose of the trainer's own glorification. Thus the Pokémon are exploited, objectized and kept as trophies, stripping them of their freedom and freewill, which is something N is strongly opposed to.
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[[Category:Pokémon world]]
[[Category:Pokémon world]]

Revision as of 17:01, 17 June 2016

Pokémon Master (Japanese: ポケモンマスター Pokémon Master) is a title in the Pokémon world. It is the goal of many Pokémon Trainers, including Ash Ketchum, to become a Pokémon Master. However, exactly what this position is and how one attains it is vague and never fully explained.

In response to an email sent to Pokémon.com's mailbag, Pokémon.com posted the following:

"I'm very sorry, but the Pokémon Company does not answer questions of this nature. It is the intent of the Pokémon creators that such questions be left to the imaginations and interpretations of Pokémon fans, adding more excitement and mystery to the Pokémon universe."

Usage

  • In Red, Blue, Yellow, FireRed, and LeafGreen, after defeating Lance he says "I hate to admit it, but you are a POKéMON master!".
  • In Gold, Silver, and Crystal, after defeating all the Electrode in the Team Rocket HQ, Lance says "The journey to becoming the Pokémon Master is long and difficult. Knowing that, will you keep going?"
    • In HeartGold and SoulSilver, he instead says "The journey to becoming the Pokémon Champion is long and difficult. Knowing that, will you keep going?"
  • Extreme Pokémon: The Guide for the Ultimate Fan calls Prima a Pokémon Master.
  • The Official Pokémon Handbook states that a Trainer would deserve the title of Pokémon Master upon defeating or capturing Mewtwo. The handbook also refers to the Elite Four members as "Master Trainers".
  • According to A Sneak Peek at Pokémon, one of the tasks to become a Pokémon Master is to capture all Pokémon.
  • The book Charizard, Go! states that a Pokémon Master must catch one of every kind of Pokémon and become a member of the Pokémon League.
  • According to The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga, a Pokémon Master is simply an elite Trainer who is considered a professional and regularly takes part in Pokémon League competitions.
  • In Mewtwo Strikes Back, Nurse Joy (while brainwashed) invites the Trainers to have a battle against the world's greatest Pokémon Master on New Island, who is later revealed to be Mewtwo.
  • In The Legend of Thunder!, Marina called Lance a great Pokémon Master.
  • In the Diamond & Pearl series, Ash explicitly stated that by becoming a Pokémon Champion, he will become a Pokémon Master.
  • In Memories are Made of Bliss!, Cynthia is defined as a "Champion Master," someone who has defeated all opponents including the Elite Four and defends their title against all opposing Trainers. In a sense, they are undefeated by any Trainer that has officially challenged them to claim their "Champion Master" title, though it is unspecific whether it is a regional or national title, it is implied to be a national foundation. Ash states that if he became a Champion Master, he could finally become a Pokémon Master.
  • In The Name's N!, N shows displeasure in hearing that Ash dreams of becoming a Pokémon Master.

Theories

175Togepi.png This section contains fan speculation.
There is no solid evidence for or against some parts of this article.
  • It has been theorized that when one becomes a Pokémon Champion of a regional Pokémon League, one attains the title of Pokémon Master.
    • This theory is supported by Lance calling the player a Pokémon Master upon his defeat in Red, Blue, Yellow, FireRed, and LeafGreen, before revealing that the player must first face Blue becoming Champion.
    • It is implied in the dub of Memories Are Made Of Bliss! that this is the case. However, the Japanese version explicitly states that it is only one step to being a Pokémon Master.
    • French versions of the games consistently translate the title "Pokémon Champion" as "Maître Pokémon" (literally, "Pokémon Master") , giving some credence to these terms being interchangeable.
  • It has been theorized that, in the context of the anime, Pokémon Masters are the members of the Elite Four.
  • After defeating Giovanni at Viridian Gym, when he gives the player the Earth Badge he says it is "evidence of your mastery as a Pokémon Trainer" which may imply that a Pokémon Master is one who has collected all of the Gym Badges in a region.
    • Yet in the context of the anime this is not the case as Ash has collected all the Gym Badges in multiple regions and still does not consider himself a Pokémon Master.
  • The Official Pokémon Collector's Sticker Book implies that one is made a Pokémon Master by catching all Pokémon.
    • It has also been theorized that this, along with becoming a Pokémon Champion, is the criteria.

In other languages

Language Title
Finland Flag.png Finnish Pokémon-mestari
France Flag.png French Maître Pokémon
Germany Flag.png German Pokémon-Meister
Italy Flag.png Italian Maestro Pokémon
Poland Flag.png Polish Mistrz Pokémonów
Portugal Flag.png Portuguese Mestre Pokémon
Spain Flag.png Spanish Maestro Pokémon
Sweden Flag.png Swedish Pokémon-mästare
Thailand Flag.png Thai โปเกมอนมาสเตอร์ Pokémon Master


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