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'''Red's Pikachu''' (Japanese: '''レッドのピカチュウ''' ''Red's Pikachu'') is the sole [[starter Pokémon]] in {{game|Yellow}} for {{ga|Red}}; it is based on [[Ash's Pikachu]] from the [[Pokémon anime]], which Yellow Version is loosely based on. As of {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, it is the highest-leveled Trainer-owned Pokémon in the main series games.
'''Red's Pikachu''' (Japanese: '''レッドのピカチュウ''' ''Red's Pikachu'') is the sole [[starter Pokémon]] in {{game|Yellow}} for {{ga|Red}}; he is based on [[Ash's Pikachu]] from the [[Pokémon anime]], which Yellow Version is loosely based on. As of {{2v2|HeartGold|SoulSilver}}, he is the highest-leveled Trainer-owned Pokémon in the main series games. He, along with {{TP|Red|Charizard}}, serve as Red's signature Pokémon.


==In the games==
==In the games==
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[[File:Red Pikachu Yellow debut.png|thumb|left|Pikachu first appearing as a [[wild Pokémon]]]]
[[File:Red Pikachu Yellow debut.png|thumb|left|Pikachu first appearing as a [[wild Pokémon]]]]
[[File:Pokémon Yellow shop worker.png|frame|right|Pikachu and Red traveling together]]
[[File:Pokémon Yellow shop worker.png|frame|right|Pikachu and Red traveling together]]
Pikachu first appears along the outskirts of {{rt|1|Kanto}}, where [[Professor Oak]] will encounter and {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} it. The player receives Pikachu after they go into Professor Oak's laboratory and attempt to take the starter {{p|Eevee}}, which {{ga|Blue}} will take instead.
Pikachu first appears along the outskirts of {{rt|1|Kanto}}, where [[Professor Oak]] will encounter and {{pkmn2|caught|catch}} it. The player receives Pikachu after they go into Professor Oak's laboratory and attempt to take the starter {{p|Eevee}}, which {{ga|Blue}} will take instead. Like all Pokémon from [[Generation I]], Pikachu has no identified [[gender]], but if [[trade]]d to a [[Generation II]] game, Pikachu will be either male or female.


Pikachu replaces all of the other usual starter Pokémon, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Squirtle}}; although these three Pokémon can be received during events later in the game, which reflects how [[Ash Ketchum]] eventually obtained all three of Kanto's starters in the anime. This Pikachu is also the only Pikachu found in Yellow; other Pikachu must be [[trade]]d in from compatible games.
Pikachu replaces all of the other usual starter Pokémon, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Squirtle}}; although these three Pokémon can be received during events later in the game, which reflects how [[Ash Ketchum]] eventually obtained all three of Kanto's starters in the anime. This Pikachu is also the only Pikachu found in Yellow; other Pikachu must be [[trade]]d in from compatible games.


After battling against Blue for the first time, the Pikachu will choose to stay out of its [[Poké Ball]] and [[walking Pokémon|follow the player]] around unless it faints, is [[Pokémon Storage System|put into storage]], or is traded. If the player decides to speak to Pikachu, a small image of its current emotion will pop up. The image also shows how much the Pikachu [[friendship|likes]] the player. This makes Pokémon Yellow the first game to show Pokémon friendship, which would become more prominent in [[Generation II]]. Pikachu's friendship does not have many uses in the game, however it is vital if the player wishes to receive a Bulbasaur in [[Cerulean City]]. Besides showing Pikachu's emotions and friendship, the image can also show several other events, such as when Pikachu learns {{m|Thunderbolt}}.
After battling against Blue for the first time, the Pikachu will choose to stay out of its [[Poké Ball]] and [[walking Pokémon|follow the player]] around unless he faints, is [[Pokémon Storage System|put into storage]], or is traded. If the player decides to speak to Pikachu, a small image of his current emotion will pop up. The image also shows how much the Pikachu [[friendship|likes]] the player. This makes Pokémon Yellow the first game to show Pokémon friendship, which would become more prominent in [[Generation II]]. Pikachu's friendship does not have many uses in the game, however it is vital if the player wishes to receive a Bulbasaur in [[Cerulean City]]. Besides showing Pikachu's emotions and friendship, the image can also show several other events, such as when Pikachu learns {{m|Thunderbolt}}.


Pikachu has several in-game events where it can show an emotion other than how happy it is. They include:
Pikachu has several in-game events where he can show an emotion other than how happy he is. They include:
*If talked to right after losing to Blue, it will turn its back to the player.
*If talked to right after losing to Blue in the Pokémon Lab, it will turn his back to the player.
*If talked to right after winning against Blue, it will appear uninterested in the player.
*If talked to right after winning against Blue in the Pokémon Lab, it will appear uninterested in the player.
*If Pikachu is affected by a [[status condition]], it will appear weak or in pain. If it is asleep, it will appear asleep when talked to.
*If Pikachu is affected by a [[status condition]], it will appear weak or in pain. If he is asleep, it will appear asleep when talked to.
**Playing the [[Poké Flute]] outside of battle will wake Pikachu up if it is asleep.
**Playing the [[Poké Flute]] outside of battle will wake Pikachu up if it is asleep.
*If Pikachu has just learned Thunder or Thunderbolt, it may shock the player if talked to.
*If Pikachu has just learned {{m|Thunder}} or Thunderbolt, it may shock the player if talked to.
*In [[Pewter City]]'s Pokémon Center, there is a {{p|Jigglypuff}} that will {{m|Sing}} a lullaby if talked to. After listening to the Jigglypuff, Pikachu will fall asleep and not move unless awakened by the player. The center's nurse will also comment on Pikachu's sleeping if talked to, instead of healing the party. Until the player awakens Pikachu, it can't be deposited into the PC.
*In [[Pewter City]]'s Pokémon Center, there is a {{p|Jigglypuff}} that will {{m|Sing}} a lullaby if talked to. After listening to the Jigglypuff, Pikachu will fall asleep and not move unless awakened by the player. The center's nurse will also comment on Pikachu's sleeping if talked to, instead of healing the party. Until the player awakens Pikachu, it can't be deposited into the PC.
*When the player goes to [[Bill]]'s house and discovers that he has turned into a Pokémon, Pikachu will approach him and look confused. When he reappears in human form, Pikachu will appear to be shocked.
*When the player goes to [[Bill]]'s house and discovers that he has turned into a Pokémon, Pikachu will approach him and look confused. When he reappears in human form, Pikachu will appear to be shocked.
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*If the player uses a fishing rod then checks Pikachu, it will appear to have a bait bucket over its head.
*If the player uses a fishing rod then checks Pikachu, it will appear to have a bait bucket over its head.
*If taken inside [[Pokémon Tower]], Pikachu will appear to be scared.
*If taken inside [[Pokémon Tower]], Pikachu will appear to be scared.
*If talked to right after catching a Pokémon, it will make a V with its fingers to represent victory.
*If talked to right after catching a Pokémon, he will make a V with his fingers to represent victory, similar to how Ash's Pikachu posed after Ash caught {{AP|Caterpie}}.
*If talked to after losing a battle, Pikachu will appear disappointed in and unsure of its Trainer.
*If talked to after losing a battle, Pikachu will appear disappointed in and unsure of its Trainer.
*If talked to after trying to give it a Thunderstone, Pikachu will shake its head in refusal.
*If talked to after trying to give him a Thunderstone, Pikachu will shake its head in refusal.


Notably, like Ash's Pikachu [[EP014|did]], this Pikachu will refuse a {{evostone|Thunder Stone|Thunderstone}} given to it in Yellow, and not evolve into {{p|Raichu}} unless it is traded out of Yellow to do so. Raichu must be otherwise obtained by either trading in an already evolved one or trading in a Pikachu from another game.  
Notably, like Ash's Pikachu [[EP014|did]], this Pikachu will refuse a {{evostone|Thunder Stone|Thunderstone}} given to it in Yellow, and not evolve into {{p|Raichu}} unless it is traded out of Yellow to do so. Raichu must be otherwise obtained by either trading in an already evolved one or trading in a Pikachu from another game.  


When storing Pikachu into Bill's computer, he complains and becomes less friendly toward you. It is also impossible to release Pikachu if he is stored in a Box, and he will complain too.
When storing Pikachu into Bill's computer, Pikachu complains and becomes less friendly toward the player. If the player attempts to release Pikachu, they will be unable to and Pikachu will complain.


Pikachu is also able to learn {{m|Surf}} if transferred into {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, and will be able to participate in the [[Pikachu's Beach|Surf Minigame]] if it knows the move. In battle, its animations are different from other Pikachu, and its voice is based on [[Ikue Ohtani]]'s as opposed to using Pikachu's normal cry.
Pikachu is also able to learn {{m|Surf}} if transferred into {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}}, and will be able to participate in the [[Pikachu's Beach|Surf Minigame]] if it knows the move. In battle, its animations are different from other Pikachu, and its voice is based on [[Ikue Ohtani]]'s as opposed to using Pikachu's normal cry.
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When brought into [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], the player's Pikachu from Yellow still has its lack of a normal Pikachu's cry.
Although Red doesn't use his Pikachu when battled in [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], he still makes a cameo appearance during the game's end credits, battling {{ga|Blue}}'s {{p|Eevee}}.
 
When brought into Pokémon Stadium 2, the player's Pikachu from Pokémon Yellow still uses special Pikachu voice effects rather than its cry.


===In Generation IV===
===In Generation IV===
Red's challenge at Mt. Silver returns in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}. He still uses Pikachu in these games; it is now level 88. This again makes it the highest level Trainer-owned Pokémon in the series, a title it lost to {{ga|Barry}}'s starter Pokémon on the release of {{game|Platinum}} only a year before.
Red's challenge at Mt. Silver returns in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}. He still uses Pikachu in these games; he is now level 88. This again makes him the highest level Trainer-owned Pokémon in the series, a title he lost to {{ga|Barry}}'s starter Pokémon on the release of {{game|Platinum}} only a year before.


In the final battle, it is holding a {{DL|Stat-enhancing item|Light Ball}}, while it knows the four moves used by [[Ash's Pikachu]] most often prior to the release of the games.  
In the final battle, he is holding a {{DL|Stat-enhancing item|Light Ball}}, while he knows the four moves used by [[Ash's Pikachu]] most often prior to the release of the games, during the {{series|Diamond & Pearl}}.  
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===In Generation V===
===In Generation V===
Red can be battled in the [[Champions Tournament]] of [[Pokémon World Tournament]] in {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}. He uses his Pikachu as his signature Pokémon once again in the battle, though it varies in gender.
Red can be battled in the [[Champions Tournament]] of [[Pokémon World Tournament]] in {{game|Black and White|s|Pokémon Black 2 and White 2|2}}. He uses his Pikachu as his signature Pokémon once again in the battle, though it, like all opponent Pokémon in the PWT, varies in gender.
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===In Pokémon Origins===
===In Pokémon Origins===
Red's Pikachu briefly appeared in the [[Pokémon Origins]] episode ''[[PO04|File 4 - Charizard]]'', where {{OBP|Red|Origins}} caught it with a {{ball|Poké}}.
Red's Pikachu briefly appeared in the [[Pokémon Origins]] episode ''[[PO04|File 4 - Charizard]]'', where {{OBP|Red|Origins}} was seen catching it with a {{ball|Poké}}.
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===In the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jou's Big Adventure manga===
===In the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jou's Big Adventure manga===
Red's Pikachu appears at the end of ''[[JBA6|The True Road to Becoming the Strongest!!]]'', though it debuted as a cameo in the end of [[JBA5|the previous chapter]].
Red's Pikachu appears at the end of ''[[JBA6|The True Road to Becoming the Strongest!!]]'', though he debuted as a cameo in the end of [[JBA5|the previous chapter]].
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
*In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, there is a park called [[Amity Square]] where players may walk around with a Pokémon following them. While only certain kinds of Pokémon may follow the player, Pikachu is one of the few and may reference Red's Pikachu in {{game|Yellow}}.
*In {{game2|Diamond|Pearl|Platinum}}, there is a park called [[Amity Square]] where players may walk around with a Pokémon following them. While only certain kinds of Pokémon may follow the player, Pikachu is one of the few and may reference Red's Pikachu in {{game|Yellow}}.
*Red's Pikachu likely inspired, at least partly, the concept of any Pokémon [[walking Pokémon|following the player outside its Poké Ball]] in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*Red's Pikachu likely inspired, at least partly, the concept of any Pokémon [[walking Pokémon|following the player outside his Poké Ball]] in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}.
*When battling against Red, Pikachu appears to come from inside his Poké Ball, contradicting his dislike of doing so in Pokémon Yellow.
*When battling against Red, Pikachu appears to come from inside his Poké Ball, contradicting his dislike of doing so in Pokémon Yellow.
*Although Pikachu initially resides inside of its Poké Ball until the player has battled with the rival for the first time in Pokémon Yellow, it still enters the first battle from outside of the Ball.
*Although Pikachu initially resides inside of its Poké Ball until the player has battled with the rival for the first time in Pokémon Yellow, it still enters the first battle from outside of the Ball.
*Red's Pikachu is the only starter Pokémon that will not evolve unless it is sent to another game.
*Red's Pikachu is the only starter Pokémon in the main series that will not evolve unless it is sent to another game.


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Red's Pikachu
レッドのピカチュウ Red's Pikachu
Bag Poké Ball SV Sprite.png
Red Pikachu PO.png
Red's Pikachu in Pokémon Origins
Debuts in Pokémon Yellow Version
Caught at Route 1
Gender Male*
Ability Static
Current location With Red
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This Pokémon has not evolved.
Voice actor Japanese English
As Pikachu Ikue Ohtani (Yellow, Stadium)

Red's Pikachu (Japanese: レッドのピカチュウ Red's Pikachu) is the sole starter Pokémon in Pokémon Yellow for Red; he is based on Ash's Pikachu from the Pokémon anime, which Yellow Version is loosely based on. As of HeartGold and SoulSilver, he is the highest-leveled Trainer-owned Pokémon in the main series games. He, along with Charizard, serve as Red's signature Pokémon.

In the games

In Generation I

Pikachu first appearing as a wild Pokémon
Pikachu and Red traveling together

Pikachu first appears along the outskirts of Route 1, where Professor Oak will encounter and catch it. The player receives Pikachu after they go into Professor Oak's laboratory and attempt to take the starter Eevee, which Blue will take instead. Like all Pokémon from Generation I, Pikachu has no identified gender, but if traded to a Generation II game, Pikachu will be either male or female.

Pikachu replaces all of the other usual starter Pokémon, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle; although these three Pokémon can be received during events later in the game, which reflects how Ash Ketchum eventually obtained all three of Kanto's starters in the anime. This Pikachu is also the only Pikachu found in Yellow; other Pikachu must be traded in from compatible games.

After battling against Blue for the first time, the Pikachu will choose to stay out of its Poké Ball and follow the player around unless he faints, is put into storage, or is traded. If the player decides to speak to Pikachu, a small image of his current emotion will pop up. The image also shows how much the Pikachu likes the player. This makes Pokémon Yellow the first game to show Pokémon friendship, which would become more prominent in Generation II. Pikachu's friendship does not have many uses in the game, however it is vital if the player wishes to receive a Bulbasaur in Cerulean City. Besides showing Pikachu's emotions and friendship, the image can also show several other events, such as when Pikachu learns Thunderbolt.

Pikachu has several in-game events where he can show an emotion other than how happy he is. They include:

  • If talked to right after losing to Blue in the Pokémon Lab, it will turn his back to the player.
  • If talked to right after winning against Blue in the Pokémon Lab, it will appear uninterested in the player.
  • If Pikachu is affected by a status condition, it will appear weak or in pain. If he is asleep, it will appear asleep when talked to.
    • Playing the Poké Flute outside of battle will wake Pikachu up if it is asleep.
  • If Pikachu has just learned Thunder or Thunderbolt, it may shock the player if talked to.
  • In Pewter City's Pokémon Center, there is a Jigglypuff that will Sing a lullaby if talked to. After listening to the Jigglypuff, Pikachu will fall asleep and not move unless awakened by the player. The center's nurse will also comment on Pikachu's sleeping if talked to, instead of healing the party. Until the player awakens Pikachu, it can't be deposited into the PC.
  • When the player goes to Bill's house and discovers that he has turned into a Pokémon, Pikachu will approach him and look confused. When he reappears in human form, Pikachu will appear to be shocked.
  • If the player walks into the Pokémon Fan Club in Vermilion City, Pikachu will approach a Clefairy and fall in love with it.
  • If the player uses a fishing rod then checks Pikachu, it will appear to have a bait bucket over its head.
  • If taken inside Pokémon Tower, Pikachu will appear to be scared.
  • If talked to right after catching a Pokémon, he will make a V with his fingers to represent victory, similar to how Ash's Pikachu posed after Ash caught Caterpie.
  • If talked to after losing a battle, Pikachu will appear disappointed in and unsure of its Trainer.
  • If talked to after trying to give him a Thunderstone, Pikachu will shake its head in refusal.

Notably, like Ash's Pikachu did, this Pikachu will refuse a Thunderstone given to it in Yellow, and not evolve into Raichu unless it is traded out of Yellow to do so. Raichu must be otherwise obtained by either trading in an already evolved one or trading in a Pikachu from another game.

When storing Pikachu into Bill's computer, Pikachu complains and becomes less friendly toward the player. If the player attempts to release Pikachu, they will be unable to and Pikachu will complain.

Pikachu is also able to learn Surf if transferred into Pokémon Stadium, and will be able to participate in the Surf Minigame if it knows the move. In battle, its animations are different from other Pikachu, and its voice is based on Ikue Ohtani's as opposed to using Pikachu's normal cry.

If the starter Pikachu from Yellow is traded to Generation II, it will be holding a Light Ball.

Starting moveset

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Type:
Electric Unknown
Pikachu Lv.5
ThunderShock
Electric
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   

In Generation II

Red can be battled in Mt. Silver, with a level 81 Pikachu on his team. At the time, his Pikachu was the highest leveled Pokémon that could be battled in the main series. This Pikachu is likely to have been based on Red's Pikachu from Pokémon Yellow.

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Type:
Electric Unknown
Held item:
None
Pikachu Lv.81
Charm
Normal
Quick Attack
Normal
Thunderbolt
Electric
Thunder
Electric

Although Red doesn't use his Pikachu when battled in Pokémon Stadium 2, he still makes a cameo appearance during the game's end credits, battling Blue's Eevee.

When brought into Pokémon Stadium 2, the player's Pikachu from Pokémon Yellow still uses special Pikachu voice effects rather than its cry.

In Generation IV

Red's challenge at Mt. Silver returns in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver. He still uses Pikachu in these games; he is now level 88. This again makes him the highest level Trainer-owned Pokémon in the series, a title he lost to Barry's starter Pokémon on the release of Pokémon Platinum only a year before.

In the final battle, he is holding a Light Ball, while he knows the four moves used by Ash's Pikachu most often prior to the release of the games, during the Diamond & Pearl series.

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Type:
Electric Unknown
Ability:
Static
Held item:
Bag Light Ball Sprite.png Light Ball
Pikachu Lv.88
Volt Tackle
Electric Physical
Iron Tail
Steel Physical
Quick Attack
Normal Physical
Thunderbolt
Electric Special

In Generation V

Red can be battled in the Champions Tournament of Pokémon World Tournament in Pokémon Black 2 and White 2. He uses his Pikachu as his signature Pokémon once again in the battle, though it, like all opponent Pokémon in the PWT, varies in gender.

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Type:
Electric Unknown
Ability:
Static
Held item:
Bag Light Ball Sprite.png Light Ball
Pikachu/ Lv.50
Fake Out
Normal Physical
Iron Tail
Steel Physical
Volt Tackle
Electric Physical
Brick Break
Fighting Physical

Sprites

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Sprite from
Yellow
Sprite from
Gold
Sprite from
Silver
Sprite from
Crystal
Sprite from
HeartGold and SoulSilver
Sprites from
Black 2 and White 2
Menu and overworld
sprite from Yellow
Back sprite from
Yellow
Mood sprite from
Yellow

In the anime

Ash's Pikachu in the anime

In the main series

Main article: Ash's Pikachu

Red's Pikachu is mostly based on Ash Ketchum's Pikachu in the Pokémon anime series.

In Pokémon Origins

Red's Pikachu briefly appeared in the Pokémon Origins episode File 4 - Charizard, where Red was seen catching it with a Poké Ball.

In the manga

Pika
Red's Pikachu in the Pocket Monsters HGSS manga

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Main article: Pika

In Pokémon Adventures, a character named Red owns a Pikachu named Pika. While Pika is not technically Red's actual starter Pokémon, he is still one of Red's closest companions.

In the Pocket Monsters HGSS Jou's Big Adventure manga

Red's Pikachu appears at the end of The True Road to Becoming the Strongest!!, though he debuted as a cameo in the end of the previous chapter.

Trivia

  • In Pokémon Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, there is a park called Amity Square where players may walk around with a Pokémon following them. While only certain kinds of Pokémon may follow the player, Pikachu is one of the few and may reference Red's Pikachu in Pokémon Yellow.
  • Red's Pikachu likely inspired, at least partly, the concept of any Pokémon following the player outside his Poké Ball in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver.
  • When battling against Red, Pikachu appears to come from inside his Poké Ball, contradicting his dislike of doing so in Pokémon Yellow.
  • Although Pikachu initially resides inside of its Poké Ball until the player has battled with the rival for the first time in Pokémon Yellow, it still enters the first battle from outside of the Ball.
  • Red's Pikachu is the only starter Pokémon in the main series that will not evolve unless it is sent to another game.

Related articles

For more information on this Pokémon's species, see Pikachu.
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