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Humans are the dominant species of the Pokémon world and are found in all regions barring those in which the Mystery Dungeon and Pikachu's Adventure spin-off games are set, although the former features once-human characters. The Pokémon anime and main series of Pokémon games revolve around the relationship between humans and Pokémon.
Appearance
Humans in the Pokémon world have behavioral characteristics paralleling those of actual humans and are often featured as both the main protagonists and the main antagonists in both the anime and games. In terms of physical characteristics, the humans of the Pokémon world are visually similar to real-world humans and exhibit a similar degree of diversity in appearance. Noteworthy differences include hair and eye color naturally manifested in any hue. The humans of the Pokémon world are also capable of withstanding physical trauma that would seriously hurt or kill a real person, such as being burned, frozen or electrocuted, a necessary adaptation for living in a world with creatures with elemental powers (illustrated by how Ash Ketchum never dies whenever he gets electrocuted by Pikachu, whose electric attacks are known to possess a lethal charge sufficient to fry a normal human being). A few individuals even possess abilities that are well beyond those of real-world humans, such as having Psychic or Aura powers.
Relationships with Pokémon
Unlike the relationship between humans and animals in the real world, the one between humans and Pokémon is almost universally portrayed as one of complete genetic distinction. The topic of just how humans and Pokémon are related to one another has never been broached except in a few Sinnoh myths, where it is mentioned that humans and Pokémon once coexisted as a single species.
Technology
Humans have achieved a level of technology unparalleled by any other species on the planet. Much of human technology appears to be based around the concept of human-Pokémon relations; this technology includes the ubiquitous Poké Ball as well as teleportation and data transfer systems designed to store and move captured Pokémon at their Trainer's convenience. Humans have also created artificial Pokémon, such as Porygon, a product of artificial intelligence programming and light manipulation, and Mewtwo, a powerful clone of Mew. Apparently this knack for technology dates back to ancient times as there are many examples of lost civilizations that utilized similar technology.
Culture
The human culture of the Pokémon world, much like the technology, is depicted as revolving around Pokémon. The care and research of Pokémon is shown to be of primary importance and Pokémon battles are an almost universal pastime. Facilities such as Pokémon Centers, Gyms and even entire arenas and stadiums have been built to this end. So important are Pokémon to humans that they were revered or even outright worshiped in certain parts of the world, especially legendary Pokémon, so named because of their prominent roles in myths and legends. However, this fascination with Pokémon is not always benevolent; various individuals and organizations with motives ranging from greed to grandiosity have repeatedly tried to exploit Pokémon to further their own agendas, often at the expense of the well being of Pokémon, other people or even the very world itself. This is not always the case as humans are equally capable of good as they are of evil, and are able to see the error of their ways; however, only time will tell if they are also able to learn from their mistakes.
List of prominent human organizations in the Pokémon world
- International Police: A law-enforcement organization.
- Pokémon Association: Handles legislature regarding Pokémon.
- Pokémon Breeder: Raises and mates Pokémon for genetic improvements such as moves, individual values, and natures.
- Pokémon Coordinator: Raises Pokémon to compete in Pokémon Contest, by feeding them Pokéblocks or Poffins compatible with their natures, and teaching them moves designed for particular appeals.
- Pokémon Professor: Researches Pokémon.
- Pokémon Ranger: Utilizes the power of Pokémon to protect them and the environment.
- Pokémon Sommelier: Specializes in identifying the compatibility between Pokémon and their Trainers.
- Pokémon Trainer: Raises, travels with, and battles with Pokémon.
- Villainous teams: Always human outside of the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series, the villainous teams threaten the region, and serve as something to be defeated. They can range from mere crime syndicates, such as Team Rocket in the Kanto or Johto regions, to groups with specific, extreme ideological beliefs, such as Team Galactic in the Sinnoh region or Team Plasma in the Unova region.
