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[[File:Pokémon Day 2022 Kanto Artwork.png|thumb|300px|Artwork of {{ga|Red}} picking his first partner from [[Pokémon Day]] 2022]]
[[File:Wigglytuff Guild exterior artwork Sky.png|thumb|300px|Artwork of various [[#Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series|first Pokémon]] from [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky]]]]
This page details the [[Pokémon (species)|Pokémon]] that are first available or choosable in various [[Pokémon games|games]] in the franchise.
This page details the '''[[Pokémon (species)|Pokémon]] that are first available or choosable by the {{player}}''' in various [[Pokémon games|games]] in the franchise.
 
* For a list of the first Pokémon obtained by various characters in different ascepcts of the franchise, see [[List of characters' first Pokémon]].
* For a list of characters who own [[first partner Pokémon]], see [[List of characters with first partner Pokémon]].


==In the core series games==
==In the core series games==
===Player's first Pokémon===
===Player's first Pokémon===
{{Main|First partner Pokémon}}
{{Main|First partner Pokémon}}
At the start of most [[core series]] Pokémon games, the player can choose from one of three Pokémon: a {{type|Grass}} Pokémon, a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon, and a {{type|Water}} Pokémon. These Pokémon are generally rare in other games. The table below shows the Pokémon that are selectable at the start of each core series game, and which other games they can also be obtained in. A '''<sup>{{color2|{{fire color}}|Fire (type)|F}}</sup>''', '''<sup>{{color2|{{water color}}|Water (type)|W}}</sup>''' or '''<sup>{{color2|{{grass color}}|Grass (type)|G}}</sup>''' above the game's title indicates that only the first partner Pokémon in the trio that corresponds to that type is obtainable in that game. For availability in games outside of the core series, refer to the "Game locations" heading of the Pokémon's respective species page.
At the start of most [[core series]] Pokémon games, the player can choose from one of three Pokémon: a {{type|Grass}} Pokémon, a {{type|Fire}} Pokémon, and a {{type|Water}} Pokémon. These Pokémon are generally rare in other games. The table below shows the Pokémon that are selectable at the start of each core series game, and which other games they can also be obtained in. A '''<sup>{{color2|{{grass color}}|Grass (type)|G}}</sup>''', '''<sup>{{color2|{{fire color}}|Fire (type)|F}}</sup>''' or '''<sup>{{color2|{{water color}}|Water (type)|W}}</sup>''' above the game's title indicates that only the first partner Pokémon in the trio that corresponds to that type is obtainable in that game. For availability in games outside of the core series, refer to the "Game locations" heading of the Pokémon's respective species page.
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In [[Pokémon Colosseum]], [[Wes]] starts with two Pokémon, since most battles in the game are [[Double Battle]]s.
In [[Pokémon Colosseum]], [[Wes]] starts with two Pokémon, since most battles in the game are [[Double Battle]]s.


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{{PokeSum|xxx|Espeon|img=196Espeon Colo.png|Psychic}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Espeon|img=196Espeon Colo.png|size=x100px|Psychic}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Umbreon|img=197Umbreon Colo.png|size=x100px|Dark}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Umbreon|img=197Umbreon Colo.png|size=x100px|Dark}}
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===Pokémon XD===
===Pokémon XD===
In {{XD|Pokémon XD}}, [[Michael]] starts with an {{p|Eevee}} who he is later able to evolve into {{p|Vaporeon}}, {{p|Jolteon}}, {{p|Flareon}}, {{p|Espeon}}, or {{p|Umbreon}}.
In {{XD|Pokémon XD}}, [[Michael]] starts with an {{p|Eevee}} who he is later able to evolve into {{p|Vaporeon}}, {{p|Jolteon}}, {{p|Flareon}}, {{p|Espeon}}, or {{p|Umbreon}}.


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{{PokeSum|xxx|Eevee|img=133Eevee XD.png|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Eevee|img=133Eevee XD.png|Normal}}
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===Pokémon Battle Revolution===
===Pokémon Battle Revolution===
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''Male players:''
''Male players:''
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Grotle|img=Box PBR 388.png|size=54px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Grotle|img=Box PBR 388.png|size=54px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Monferno|img=Box PBR 391.png|size=54px|Fire|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Monferno|img=Box PBR 391.png|size=54px|Fire|Fighting}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Gabite|img=Box PBR 444 m.png|size=54px|Dragon|Ground}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Gabite|img=Box PBR 444 m.png|size=54px|Dragon|Ground}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Staravia|img=Box PBR 397 f.png|size=54px|Normal|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Staravia|img=Box PBR 397 f.png|size=54px|Normal|Flying}}
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''Female players:''
''Female players:''
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Ivysaur|img=Box PBR 002.png|size=54px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Ivysaur|img=Box PBR 002.png|size=54px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmeleon|img=Box PBR 005.png|size=54px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmeleon|img=Box PBR 005.png|size=54px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Rhyhorn|img=Box PBR 111 m.png|size=54px|Ground|Rock}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Rhyhorn|img=Box PBR 111 m.png|size=54px|Ground|Rock}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Pidgeot|img=Box PBR 018.png|size=54px|Normal|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Pidgeot|img=Box PBR 018.png|size=54px|Normal|Flying}}
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==In the spin-off games==
==In the spin-off games==
{{incomplete|section|Many more games...}}
{{incomplete|section|Many more games...}}
===Pokémon Masters EX===
===Pokémon Puzzle Challenge===
In [[Pokémon Masters EX]], in the [[PML Arc|main story]], [[Scottie]]/[[Bettie]] starts with a {{p|Pikachu}}.
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In [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]], the player's first Pokémon are {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, and {{p|Totodile}}. The three Pokémon are available from the start, as seen in the Challenge mode.
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===Pokémon GO===
In [[Pokémon GO]], when the player first starts the game, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Squirtle}} will appear nearby and the player can battle and catch one of them. The player can walk away from them and they will reappear later. After walking away four times, {{p|Pikachu}} will also appear.
 
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=GO0004.png|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Squirtle|img=GO0007.png|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Pikachu|img=GO0025.png|Electric}}
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===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series===
===Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series===
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In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Red and Blue Rescue Team]], {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Machop}}, and {{p|Cyndaquil}} are only available as male, while {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Chikorita}}, and {{p|Skitty}} are only available as female.
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team|Red and Blue Rescue Team]], {{p|Meowth}}, {{p|Machop}}, and {{p|Cyndaquil}} are only available as male, while {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Chikorita}}, and {{p|Skitty}} are only available as female.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP RT 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP RT 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP RT 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP RT 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Mudkip|img=MDP RT 258.png|size=40px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Mudkip|img=MDP RT 258.png|size=40px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Skitty|img=MDP RT 300.png|size=40px|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Skitty|img=MDP RT 300.png|size=40px|Normal}}
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In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Explorers of Time and Darkness]], all Pokémon are available as either gender.
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Time and Explorers of Darkness|Explorers of Time and Darkness]], all Pokémon are available as either gender.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP E 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP E 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP E 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP E 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Piplup|img=MDP E 393.png|size=40px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Piplup|img=MDP E 393.png|size=40px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Munchlax|img=MDP E 446.png|size=40px|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Munchlax|img=MDP E 446.png|size=40px|Normal}}
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In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Explorers of Sky]], {{p|Phanpy}}, {{p|Shinx}}, and {{p|Riolu}} are only available as male, while {{p|Vulpix}}, {{p|Eevee}}, and {{p|Skitty}} are only available as female.
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of Sky|Explorers of Sky]], {{p|Phanpy}}, {{p|Shinx}}, and {{p|Riolu}} are only available as male, while {{p|Vulpix}}, {{p|Eevee}}, and {{p|Skitty}} are only available as female.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP E 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=MDP E 001.png|size=40px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP E 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=MDP E 004.png|size=40px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Shinx|img=MDP E 403.png|size=40px|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Shinx|img=MDP E 403.png|size=40px|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Riolu|img=MDP E 447.png|size=40px|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Riolu|img=MDP E 447.png|size=40px|Fighting}}
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In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|Adventure Squad]] games, the available starting Pokémon differ depending on the game.
In the [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon (WiiWare)|Adventure Squad]] games, the available starting Pokémon differ depending on the game.
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''Blazing Adventure Squad:''
''Blazing Adventure Squad:''
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{{PokeSum|004|Charmander|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|004|Charmander|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|037|Vulpix|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|037|Vulpix|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|390|Chimchar|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|390|Chimchar|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|427|Buneary|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|427|Buneary|Normal}}
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''Stormy Adventure Squad:''
''Stormy Adventure Squad:''
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{{PokeSum|007|Squirtle|Water}}
{{PokeSum|007|Squirtle|Water}}
{{PokeSum|158|Totodile|Water}}
{{PokeSum|158|Totodile|Water}}
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{{PokeSum|393|Piplup|Water}}
{{PokeSum|393|Piplup|Water}}
{{PokeSum|447|Riolu|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|447|Riolu|Fighting}}
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''Light Adventure Squad:''
''Light Adventure Squad:''
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{{PokeSum|025|Pikachu|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|025|Pikachu|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|052|Meowth|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|052|Meowth|Normal}}
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{{PokeSum|403|Shinx|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|403|Shinx|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|417|Pachirisu|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|417|Pachirisu|Electric}}
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In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity|Gates to Infinity]], all Pokémon are once again available as either gender.
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Gates to Infinity|Gates to Infinity]], there are no gender-based restrictions on selectable Pokémon. However, the hero can only be male in all versions. In the Japanese version, the partner's gender can be chosen, but all other languages only allow the partner to be male.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Pikachu|img=025Pikachu PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Pikachu|img=025Pikachu PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Snivy|img=495Snivy PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Snivy|img=495Snivy PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Grass}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Oshawott|img=501Oshawott PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Oshawott|img=501Oshawott PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Axew|img=610Axew PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Dragon}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Axew|img=610Axew PMDGTI.png|size=x100px|Dragon}}
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In [[Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|Super Mystery Dungeon]], the choosable Pokémon can once again be of either gender.
In [[Pokémon Super Mystery Dungeon|Super Mystery Dungeon]], there are no gender-based restrictions on selectable Pokémon. However, the hero can only be male in all versions. In European versions, the partner can only be female, while other versions allow either gender for the partner.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=001Bulbasaur PSMD.png|size=x80px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=001Bulbasaur PSMD.png|size=x80px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=004Charmander PSMD.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=004Charmander PSMD.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Fennekin|img=653Fennekin PSMD.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Fennekin|img=653Fennekin PSMD.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Froakie|img=656Froakie PSMD.png|size=x80px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Froakie|img=656Froakie PSMD.png|size=x80px|Water}}
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In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX|Rescue Team DX]], the list of choosable Pokémon is the same as that of Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team.
In [[Pokémon Mystery Dungeon: Rescue Team DX|Rescue Team DX]], the list of choosable Pokémon is the same as that of Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team, but without the options being restricted by gender.
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=001Bulbasaur PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Bulbasaur|img=001Bulbasaur PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=004Charmander PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Charmander|img=004Charmander PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Fire}}
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Mudkip|img=258Mudkip PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Mudkip|img=258Mudkip PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Water}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Skitty|img=300Skitty PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Skitty|img=300Skitty PMD Rescue Team DX.png|size=x80px|Normal}}
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===Pokémon Ranger series===
===Pokémon Ranger series===
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In [[Pokémon Ranger (video game)|Pokémon Ranger]], the player's first Pokémon depends on their gender: female player characters get {{P|Plusle}}, while male player characters get {{P|Minun}}.
In [[Pokémon Ranger (video game)|Pokémon Ranger]], the player's first Pokémon depends on their gender: female player characters get {{P|Plusle}}, while male player characters get {{P|Minun}}.
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{{PokeSum|0311|Plusle|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|0311|Plusle|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|0312|Minun|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|0312|Minun|Electric}}
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In [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia]], the player can choose one of the following Pokémon for their first partner.
In [[Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia|Shadows of Almia]], the player can choose one of the following Pokémon for their first partner.
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{{PokeSum|0396|Starly|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|0396|Starly|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|0417|Pachirisu|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|0417|Pachirisu|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|0446|Munchlax|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|0446|Munchlax|Normal}}
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In [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs|Guardian Signs]], the player's first partner is a special [[Ukulele Pichu|Ukulele-playing Pichu]].
In [[Pokémon Ranger: Guardian Signs|Guardian Signs]], the player's first partner is a special [[Ukulele Pichu|Ukulele-playing Pichu]].
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{{PokeSum|xxx|Pichu|img=PichuPR3art.png|Electric}}
{{PokeSum|xxx|Pichu|img=PichuPR3art.png|Electric}}
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===Pokémate===
{{incomplete|section|Which Pokémon are in the random pool?}}
In [[Pokémate]], the player is given one random Pokémon when accessing the game for the first time.
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===Pokémon Rumble series===
===Pokémon Rumble series===
{{incomplete|section|Add in-game model of Rumble Rattata}}
In the [[Pokémon Rumble series|Pokémon Rumble games]], the player controls [[Toy Pokémon]].
In the [[Pokémon Rumble series|Pokémon Rumble games]], the player controls [[Toy Pokémon]].


In [[Pokémon Rumble]], the player immediately starts in a [[Battle Royale]] controlling a {{p|Rattata}}.
In [[Pokémon Rumble]], the player immediately starts in a [[Battle Royale]] controlling a {{p|Rattata}}.
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In [[Pokémon Rumble Blast]], the player starts in [[Beginner's Park]] with a {{p|Pikachu}}.
In [[Pokémon Rumble Blast]], the player starts in [[Beginner's Park]] with a {{p|Pikachu}}.
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In [[Pokémon Rumble U]], the player first enters [[Dream Gate]] and takes control of a {{p|Pikachu}}, with {{p|Tepig}}, {{p|Oshawott}}, and {{p|Snivy}} fighting alongside them.
In [[Pokémon Rumble U]], the player first enters [[Dream Gate]] and takes control of a {{p|Pikachu}}, with {{p|Tepig}}, {{p|Oshawott}}, and {{p|Snivy}} fighting alongside them.
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In [[Pokémon Rumble World]], the player starts with a {{p|Pikachu}} lent to them by the king to explore the {{DL|Pokémon Rumble World|King's Training Field}}.
In [[Pokémon Rumble World]], the player starts with a {{p|Pikachu}} lent to them by the king to explore the {{DL|Pokémon Rumble World|King's Training Field}}.
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In [[Pokémon Rumble Rush]], the player is first given a {{p|Rattata}} to practice with in a tutorial area.
In [[Pokémon Rumble Rush]], the player is first given a {{p|Rattata}} to practice with in a tutorial area.
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===PokéPark series===
===PokéPark series===
In [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]], the player plays as a {{p|Pikachu}} for the whole game.
In [[PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure]], the player plays as a {{p|Pikachu}} for the whole game.
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In [[PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond]], the player starts out as a {{p|Pikachu}}, but can later switch to {{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Tepig}}, or {{p|Oshawott}}.
In [[PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond]], the player starts out as a {{p|Pikachu}}, but can later switch to {{p|Snivy}}, {{p|Tepig}}, or {{p|Oshawott}}.
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===Pokédex 3D===
In [[Pokédex 3D]], all players begin with the following Pokémon.
 
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{{PokeSum|496|Servine|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|497|Serperior|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|498|Tepig|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|499|Pignite|Fire|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|500|Emboar|Fire|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|501|Oshawott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|502|Dewott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|503|Samurott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|531|Audino|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|559|Scraggy|Dark|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|572|Minccino|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|587|Emolga|Electric|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|590|Foongus|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|610|Axew|Dragon}}
{{PokeSum|635|Hydreigon|Dark|Dragon}}
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===Pokémon Conquest===
===Pokémon Conquest===
In [[Pokémon Conquest]], the player starts off in [[Aurora]] as the newest [[Warlord]], with their partner {{p|Eevee}}.
In [[Pokémon Conquest]], the player starts off in [[Aurora]] as the newest [[Warlord]], with their partner {{p|Eevee}}.


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===Pokémon Shuffle===
===Pokémon Shuffle===
In [[Pokémon Shuffle]], 6 of the Pokémon in the first area, [[Puerto Blanco]], are forced to be caught during [[Amelia]]'s tutorial. These Pokémon are (in order): {{p|Espurr}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Eevee}}, and {{p|Audino}}.
In [[Pokémon Shuffle]], 6 of the Pokémon in the first area, [[Puerto Blanco]], are forced to be caught during [[Amelia]]'s tutorial. These Pokémon are (in order): {{p|Espurr}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Squirtle}}, {{p|Charmander}}, {{p|Eevee}}, and {{p|Audino}}.


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===Pokémon Picross===
In [[Pokémon Picross]], [[Professor Tetra]] gifts the player an {{p|Eevee}} and a {{p|Squirtle}} upon entering {{DL|Puzzle (Picross 3DS)|area 01}}.
 
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===Pokémon GO===
In [[Pokémon GO]], when the player first starts the game, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and {{p|Squirtle}} will appear nearby and the player can battle and catch one of them. The player can walk away from them and they will reappear later. After walking away four times, {{p|Pikachu}} will also appear.
 
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===Pokémon Quest===
===Pokémon Quest===
In [[Pokémon Quest]], the {{OBP|player|Quest}} follows [[MoBee]]'s suggestion to befriend a Pokémon in order to help them navigate the unfamiliar island. They go to a clearing, where they find a {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and a {{p|Squirtle}}. Only one of them can be befriended.
In [[Pokémon Quest]], the {{OBP|player|Quest}} follows [[MoBee]]'s suggestion to befriend a Pokémon in order to help them navigate the unfamiliar island. They go to a clearing, where they find a {{p|Pikachu}}, {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, and a {{p|Squirtle}}. Only one of them can be befriended.


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Additionally, after the second expedition, the player goes through the {{OBP|cooking|Quest}} tutorial, which always results in them befriending a {{p|Rattata}} and {{p|Pidgey}}. <ref>[https://www.pokemon.com/us/strategy/top-tips-to-start-your-pokemon-quest Top Tips to Start Your Pokémon Quest!], [[Pokémon.com]]</ref>
Additionally, after the second expedition, the player goes through the {{OBP|cooking|Quest}} tutorial, which always results in them befriending a {{p|Rattata}} and {{p|Pidgey}}. <ref>"[https://www.pokemon.com/us/strategy/top-tips-to-start-your-pokemon-quest Top Tips to Start Your Pokémon Quest!]" [[Pokémon.com]]</ref>


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===Pokémon Picross===
In [[Pokémon Picross]], [[Professor Tetra]] gifts the player an {{p|Eevee}} and a {{p|Squirtle}} upon entering {{DL|Puzzle_(Picross_3DS)|area 01}}.
 
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===Pokédex 3D===
In [[Pokédex 3D]], all players begin with the following Pokémon.
 
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{{PokeSum|496|Servine|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|497|Serperior|Grass}}
{{PokeSum|498|Tepig|Fire}}
{{PokeSum|499|Pignite|Fire|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|500|Emboar|Fire|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|501|Oshawott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|502|Dewott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|503|Samurott|Water}}
{{PokeSum|531|Audino|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|559|Scraggy|Dark|Fighting}}
{{PokeSum|572|Minccino|Normal}}
{{PokeSum|587|Emolga|Electric|Flying}}
{{PokeSum|590|Foongus|Grass|Poison}}
{{PokeSum|610|Axew|Dragon}}
{{PokeSum|635|Hydreigon|Dark|Dragon}}
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===Pokémate===
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In [[Pokémate]], the player is given one random Pokémon when accessing the game for the first time.
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===Eevee × Tamagotchi===
===Eevee × Tamagotchi===
In [[Eevee × Tamagotchi]], the only available Pokémon is the virtual pet {{p|Eevee}}.
In [[Eevee × Tamagotchi]], the only available Pokémon is the virtual pet {{p|Eevee}}.
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===Pokémon Masters EX===
In [[Pokémon Masters EX]], in the [[PML Arc|main story]], [[Scottie]]/[[Bettie]] starts with a {{p|Pikachu}}.
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===Pokémon UNITE===
===Pokémon UNITE===
In [[Pokémon UNITE]], when first starting the game, originally all players were given the option between one of five [[List of Pokémon (UNITE)|Pokémon Unite Licenses]] to choose from, one for each role in the game:
In [[Pokémon UNITE]], when first starting the game, originally all players were given the option between one of five [[List of Pokémon (UNITE)|Pokémon Unite Licenses]] to choose from, one for each role in the game:


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However, since the version 1.12.1.2 update, this was changed so that instead, the player is always given {{p|Pikachu}}'s Unite License directly after Tutorial (Basics 1).
However, since the version 1.12.1.2 update, this was changed so that instead, the player is always given {{p|Pikachu}}'s Unite License directly after Tutorial (Basics 1).


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After Tutorial (Basics 2) is competed, [[Erbie]] gives the player a present: the choice of one of three Pokémon Unite Licenses to take as well.
After Tutorial (Basics 2) is competed, [[Erbie]] gives the player a present: the choice of one of three Pokémon Unite Licenses to take as well.


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===Pokémon Pinball series===
==Trivia==
In [[Pokémon Pinball]] and [[Pokémon Pinball Ruby & Sapphire]], the player starts with no Pokémon in each new game. The player is able to collect Pokémon by catching and evolving them.
* Since both first partner Pokémon in [[Pokémon Colosseum]] are always male, this had the outcome of preventing players from obtaining {{p|Eevee}}, {{p|Vaporeon}}, {{p|Jolteon}}, or {{p|Flareon}} in [[Generation III]] (by [[trade|trading]] with {{game|Ruby and Sapphire|s}} and [[breeding]]) until the release of {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
 
===Pokémon Puzzle Challenge===
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In [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]], the player's first Pokémon are {{p|Chikorita}}, {{p|Cyndaquil}}, and {{p|Totodile}}. The three Pokémon are available from the start, as seen in the Challenge mode.


==See also==
==See also==

Latest revision as of 02:27, 21 April 2024

This page details the Pokémon that are first available or choosable by the player in various games in the franchise.

In the core series games

Player's first Pokémon

Main article: First partner Pokémon

At the start of most core series Pokémon games, the player can choose from one of three Pokémon: a Grass-type Pokémon, a Fire-type Pokémon, and a Water-type Pokémon. These Pokémon are generally rare in other games. The table below shows the Pokémon that are selectable at the start of each core series game, and which other games they can also be obtained in. A G, F or W above the game's title indicates that only the first partner Pokémon in the trio that corresponds to that type is obtainable in that game. For availability in games outside of the core series, refer to the "Game locations" heading of the Pokémon's respective species page.

Game(s) First partners Also obtainable in
RGB/RB, FRLG Bulbasaur Charmander Squirtle Y, HGSS, XY, USUM, SwShF (IA)GW, BDSP, SV (ID)
Y 0025 All games except BW and B2W2
GSC, HGSS Chikorita Cyndaquil Totodile E, ORAS, SM, BDSP, SV (ID)
RSE, ORAS Treecko Torchic Mudkip HGSS, USUM, SwSh, BDSP, SV (ID)
DPPt, BDSP Turtwig Chimchar Piplup ORAS, USUM, BDSP, LA, SV (ID)
BW, B2W2 Snivy Tepig Oshawott ORAS, SM, SV (ID)
XY Chespin Fennekin Froakie USUM, SV (ID)
SMUSUM Rowlet Litten Popplio SwSh (IA), SV (ID)
P 0025Pikachu-Partner.png None
E 0133Eevee-Partner.png None
SwSh Grookey Scorbunny Sobble SV (ID)
LA Rowlet Cyndaquil Oshawott EF, ORASFW, SM, USUMG, SwSh (IA)G, BDSPF, SV (ID)
SV Sprigatito Fuecoco Quaxly None

In the side series games

Pokémon Colosseum

In Pokémon Colosseum, Wes starts with two Pokémon, since most battles in the game are Double Battles.

Pokémon XD

In Pokémon XD, Michael starts with an Eevee who he is later able to evolve into Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Espeon, or Umbreon.

Pokémon Battle Revolution

In Pokémon Battle Revolution, the player's first Pokémon are determined by the gender they specified on their Rental Pass or Custom Pass.

In the spin-off games

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Pokémon Puzzle Challenge

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In Pokémon Puzzle Challenge, the player's first Pokémon are Chikorita, Cyndaquil, and Totodile. The three Pokémon are available from the start, as seen in the Challenge mode.

Pokémon Mystery Dungeon series

Main articles: Hero Pokémon and Partner Pokémon (Mystery Dungeon)

In the Pokémon Mystery Dungeon games, the player character is a Pokémon. Classically, the player chooses their character by a quiz, but in the Adventure Squad games and Gates to Infinity, the character can be chosen manually; in later games, it can be chosen by either method. After choosing their character, the player also chooses a partner from the remaining Pokémon, so long as it is not the same type as the player. Up until Explorers of Sky, the partner can only be selected from first partner Pokémon or Pikachu.

In Red and Blue Rescue Team, Meowth, Machop, and Cyndaquil are only available as male, while Eevee, Chikorita, and Skitty are only available as female.

In Explorers of Time and Darkness, all Pokémon are available as either gender.

In Explorers of Sky, Phanpy, Shinx, and Riolu are only available as male, while Vulpix, Eevee, and Skitty are only available as female.

In the Adventure Squad games, the available starting Pokémon differ depending on the game.

In Gates to Infinity, there are no gender-based restrictions on selectable Pokémon. However, the hero can only be male in all versions. In the Japanese version, the partner's gender can be chosen, but all other languages only allow the partner to be male.

In Super Mystery Dungeon, there are no gender-based restrictions on selectable Pokémon. However, the hero can only be male in all versions. In European versions, the partner can only be female, while other versions allow either gender for the partner.

In Rescue Team DX, the list of choosable Pokémon is the same as that of Red Rescue Team and Blue Rescue Team, but without the options being restricted by gender.

Pokémon Ranger series

Main article: Partner Pokémon (Ranger)

In Pokémon Ranger, the player's first Pokémon depends on their gender: female player characters get Plusle, while male player characters get Minun.

In Shadows of Almia, the player can choose one of the following Pokémon for their first partner.

In Guardian Signs, the player's first partner is a special Ukulele-playing Pichu.

Pokémate

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In Pokémate, the player is given one random Pokémon when accessing the game for the first time.

Pokémon Rumble series

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In the Pokémon Rumble games, the player controls Toy Pokémon.

In Pokémon Rumble, the player immediately starts in a Battle Royale controlling a Rattata.

In Pokémon Rumble Blast, the player starts in Beginner's Park with a Pikachu.

In Pokémon Rumble U, the player first enters Dream Gate and takes control of a Pikachu, with Tepig, Oshawott, and Snivy fighting alongside them.

In Pokémon Rumble World, the player starts with a Pikachu lent to them by the king to explore the King's Training Field.

In Pokémon Rumble Rush, the player is first given a Rattata to practice with in a tutorial area.

PokéPark series

In PokéPark Wii: Pikachu's Adventure, the player plays as a Pikachu for the whole game.

In PokéPark 2: Wonders Beyond, the player starts out as a Pikachu, but can later switch to Snivy, Tepig, or Oshawott.

Pokédex 3D

In Pokédex 3D, all players begin with the following Pokémon.

Pokémon Conquest

In Pokémon Conquest, the player starts off in Aurora as the newest Warlord, with their partner Eevee.

Pokémon Shuffle

In Pokémon Shuffle, 6 of the Pokémon in the first area, Puerto Blanco, are forced to be caught during Amelia's tutorial. These Pokémon are (in order): Espurr, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Charmander, Eevee, and Audino.

Pokémon Picross

In Pokémon Picross, Professor Tetra gifts the player an Eevee and a Squirtle upon entering area 01.

Pokémon GO

In Pokémon GO, when the player first starts the game, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle will appear nearby and the player can battle and catch one of them. The player can walk away from them and they will reappear later. After walking away four times, Pikachu will also appear.

Pokémon Quest

In Pokémon Quest, the player follows MoBee's suggestion to befriend a Pokémon in order to help them navigate the unfamiliar island. They go to a clearing, where they find a Pikachu, Eevee, Bulbasaur, Charmander, and a Squirtle. Only one of them can be befriended.

Additionally, after the second expedition, the player goes through the cooking tutorial, which always results in them befriending a Rattata and Pidgey. [1]

Eevee × Tamagotchi

In Eevee × Tamagotchi, the only available Pokémon is the virtual pet Eevee.

Pokémon Masters EX

In Pokémon Masters EX, in the main story, Scottie/Bettie starts with a Pikachu.

Pokémon UNITE

In Pokémon UNITE, when first starting the game, originally all players were given the option between one of five Pokémon Unite Licenses to choose from, one for each role in the game:

However, since the version 1.12.1.2 update, this was changed so that instead, the player is always given Pikachu's Unite License directly after Tutorial (Basics 1).

After Tutorial (Basics 2) is competed, Erbie gives the player a present: the choice of one of three Pokémon Unite Licenses to take as well.

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