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'''Misty's Staryu''' (Japanese: '''カスミのヒトデマン''' ''Kasumi's Hitodeman'') was one of the three original {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} acquired by {{an|Misty}} in the [[Kanto]] region in the {{pkmn|anime}}, and Misty also has a Staryu in most of the games she appears in.
'''Misty's Staryu''' (Japanese: '''カスミのヒトデマン''' ''Kasumi's Hitodeman'') was one of the three original {{OBP|Pokémon|species}} acquired by {{an|Misty}} in the [[Kanto]] region in the {{pkmn|anime}}, and Misty also has a Staryu in most of the games she appears in.


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
===History===
====[[Original series]]====
====Original series====
=====Kanto=====
=====Kanto=====
[[File:Misty Staryu Debut.png|left|thumb|200px|Staryu in its debut]]
[[File:Misty Staryu Debut.png|left|thumb|200px|Staryu in its debut]]
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Staryu was first used to defend [[Mt. Moon]] against an attack by {{TRT}}. Staryu was sent out against {{MTR}}, who was trying to abduct a {{p|Clefairy}}. Misty next used Staryu in her Gym battle against {{Ash}}. When Ash didn't recognize Staryu, he used his [[Pokédex]] on it; he later commented "Leave it to a girl to show off her jewelry!". Staryu demonstrated an Ability similar to {{a|Natural Cure}}, despite Abilities not having been introduced at the time, by diving into the water to negate {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Sleep Powder}}. It also seemed to be rather clumsy, as it missed {{TP|Ash|Butterfree}} and nearly slipped, almost falling into the water. Despite this Staryu was able to beat {{AP|Butterfree}} by tackling it into the water.
Staryu was first used to defend [[Mt. Moon]] against an attack by {{TRT}}. Staryu was sent out against {{MTR}}, who was trying to abduct a {{p|Clefairy}}. Misty next used Staryu in her Gym battle against {{Ash}}. When Ash didn't recognize Staryu, he used his [[Pokédex]] on it; he later commented "Leave it to a girl to show off her jewelry!". Staryu demonstrated an Ability similar to {{a|Natural Cure}}, despite Abilities not having been introduced at the time, by diving into the water to negate {{m|Stun Spore}} and {{m|Sleep Powder}}. It also seemed to be rather clumsy, as it missed {{TP|Ash|Butterfree}} and nearly slipped, almost falling into the water. Despite this Staryu was able to beat {{AP|Butterfree}} by tackling it into the water.


Staryu was also used for its strong swimming abilities, helping {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} escape the sunken [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]], and also later helped the team escape [[James's Gyarados]] along with {{TP|Misty|Goldeen}} and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}. It also tried to help the gang get to the [[North Pole]] along with Goldeen, Starmie and {{AP|Squirtle}}, however it, along with its fellow swimmers, tired out before they made it. It would again be called to help tow a raft to escape a crumbling island made up of {{p|Kabuto}} that were then reviving.
Staryu was also used for its strong swimming abilities, helping {{Ash}} and {{ashfr}} escape the sunken [[S.S. Anne|St. Anne]], and also later helped the team escape [[James's Gyarados]] along with {{TP|Misty|Goldeen}} and {{TP|Misty|Starmie}}. Misty also used Staryu, along with Starmie and Goldeen, to help save people from a sinking ship. It also tried to help the gang get to the [[North Pole]] along with Goldeen, Starmie and {{AP|Squirtle}}, however it, along with its fellow swimmers, tired out before they made it. It would again be called to help tow a raft to escape a crumbling island made up of {{p|Kabuto}} that were then reviving.


Misty also used Staryu during the [[Princess Festival|Queen of the Princess Festival contest]].
Misty also used Staryu during the [[Princess Festival|Queen of the Princess Festival contest]].
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Its media career also included dancing on stage in ''[[EP090|Stage Fight!]]'' to help a traveling riverboat show that dubbed acting Pokémon with human voices back stage.
Its media career also included dancing on stage in ''[[EP090|Stage Fight!]]'' to help a traveling riverboat show that dubbed acting Pokémon with human voices back stage.


Staryu was often called into battle, even relied on when Misty had access to other Pokémon such as {{TP|Misty|Poliwag}} and {{TP|Misty|Corsola}}. Staryu's strength was called on in ''[[EP091|Bye Bye Psyduck]]'', battling {{oi|Marina}}'s {{p|Tentacruel}}. Upon entering battle, Marina commented it was an excellent looking Staryu, and Misty responded that Staryu was one of her favorite Pokémon and that she polished it daily. The pampering appeared to pay off as it was able to take down Tentacruel with one Swift attack. It was however defeated by Marina's powerful {{p|Psyduck}}.
Staryu was often called into battle, even relied on when Misty had access to other Pokémon such as {{TP|Misty|Poliwag}} and {{TP|Misty|Corsola}}. Staryu's strength was called on in ''[[EP091|Bye Bye Psyduck]]'', battling {{OBP|Marina|EP091}}'s {{p|Tentacruel}}. Upon entering battle, Marina commented it was an excellent looking Staryu, and Misty responded that Staryu was one of her favorite Pokémon and that she polished it daily. The pampering appeared to pay off as it was able to take down Tentacruel with one Swift attack. It was however defeated by Marina's powerful {{p|Psyduck}}.


[[File:Misty and Staryu.png|right|Misty and Staryu in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}|thumb|200px|left]]
[[File:Misty and Staryu.png|right|Staryu and Misty in the {{series|Advanced Generation}}|thumb|200px|left]]
In ''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]'', a wild Poliwag seeks protection from James and Meowth by hiding behind Misty. Misty's Staryu defeats [[James's Weezing]] by using Tackle followed by Double-Edge, which not only cut through Weezing's {{m|Smog}} but also sent Weezing flying.
In ''[[EP110|The Stun Spore Detour]]'', a wild Poliwag seeks protection from James and Meowth by hiding behind Misty. Misty's Staryu defeats [[James's Weezing]] by using Tackle followed by Double-Edge, which not only cut through Weezing's {{m|Smog}} but also sent Weezing flying.


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In ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'' Staryu was called up against [[Molly Hale]]. Being under water, Staryu showed to be even more capable than on land. It went up against {{p|Mantine}} and scored a couple of Tackles before looping round for another run. Before it was able to hit, Staryu was hit by Mantine's {{m|Whirlpool}}, although the attack, even combined with a direct hit from Bubble Beam, wasn't able to even affect it slightly. It then easily dissipated the Whirlpool with Rapid Spin and went on the offensive with several high speed Tackles, chasing Mantine through the water in dogged pursuit. The rest of the battle wasn't seen.
In ''[[M03|Spell of the Unown: Entei]]'' Staryu was called up against [[Molly Hale]]. Being under water, Staryu showed to be even more capable than on land. It went up against {{p|Mantine}} and scored a couple of Tackles before looping round for another run. Before it was able to hit, Staryu was hit by Mantine's {{m|Whirlpool}}, although the attack, even combined with a direct hit from Bubble Beam, wasn't able to even affect it slightly. It then easily dissipated the Whirlpool with Rapid Spin and went on the offensive with several high speed Tackles, chasing Mantine through the water in dogged pursuit. The rest of the battle wasn't seen.


====Advanced Generation series====
Misty used Staryu quite often in Kanto and during the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] saga. However, after she captured her Poliwag, she started to use it less often. By the end of the Johto saga, Misty hardly ever used Staryu, preferring to use her {{TP|Misty|Corsola}} and {{TP|Misty|Politoed}}.
 
===={{series|Advanced Generation}}====
=====Chronicles=====
=====Chronicles=====
Despite being one of the oldest Pokémon Misty owns, Staryu is still used, even in recent episodes. It was called on in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]'' to defend the [[Cerulean Gym]] from a challenge by the [[Invincible Pokémon Brothers]]. Staryu battled very well, until the brother's {{p|Hitmonchan}} launched a sneak attack on it, knocking it out. Despite not being able to battle, Staryu won by default due to the Pokémon Brother's cheating by using that illegal sneak attack. He tried to justify himself but [[Nurse Joy]]'s ruling stood.
Staryu was called on in ''[[SS002|Cerulean Blues]]'' to defend the [[Cerulean Gym]] from a challenge by the [[Invincible Pokémon Brothers]]. Staryu battled very well, until the brother's {{p|Hitmonchan}} launched a sneak attack on it, knocking it out. Despite not being able to battle, Staryu won by default due to the Pokémon Brother's cheating by using that illegal sneak attack. He tried to justify himself but [[Nurse Joy]]'s ruling stood.


=====Kanto Battle Frontier=====
=====Kanto Battle Frontier=====
Staryu's last appearance to date was in ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]''. Misty used it to battle [[Dr. Yung]]'s {{pkmn2|mirage}} {{p|Aggron}}. Staryu began with a direct hit with Bubble Beam, which failed to faze Aggron. It was then struck with a strong {{m|Sandstorm}} attack. Misty then ordered Water Gun to be used, this was countered with {{m|Thunder Wave}}, Staryu was then finished with a volley of {{m|Bullet Seed}}. This appearance happened after Misty had left the main cast and was leader of Cerulean Gym.
Staryu reappeared in ''[[The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon]]'', in which Misty used it to battle [[Dr. Yung]]'s {{pkmn2|mirage}} {{p|Aggron}}. Staryu began with a direct hit with Bubble Beam, which failed to faze Aggron. It was then struck with a strong {{m|Sandstorm}} attack. Misty then ordered Water Gun to be used, this was countered with {{m|Thunder Wave}}, Staryu was then finished with a volley of {{m|Bullet Seed}}. This appearance happened after Misty had left the main cast and was leader of Cerulean Gym.


Misty used Staryu quite often in Kanto and during the [[Orange Archipelago|Orange Islands]] saga. However, after she captured her Poliwag, she started to use it less often. By the end of the Johto saga, Misty hardly ever used Staryu, preferring to use her {{TP|Misty|Corsola}} and {{TP|Misty|Politoed}}.
===={{series|Sun & Moon}}====
Staryu reappeared in ''[[SM042|Alola, Kanto!]]'', in which Misty sent it out to destroy [[Team Rocket's mechas|Team Rocket's mecha]] with Bubble Beam.


==Personality and Characteristics==
===Personality and characteristics===
Staryu dosen't seem to have much of a personality due to its extremely un-anthropomorphic features. Most of its personality is seen in battle, where it is shown to be very powerful, being Misty's top choice through most of the series. When it loses it occasionally gets upset about the loss until Misty comforts it. Staryu is shown to have a very strong bond with its Trainer due to how she can tell what its emotions and feelings are and how much trust they have with each other.
Staryu dosen't seem to have much of a personality due to its extremely un-anthropomorphic features. Most of its personality is seen in battle, where it is shown to be very powerful, being Misty's top choice through most of the series. When it loses it occasionally gets upset about the loss until Misty comforts it. Staryu is shown to have a very strong bond with its Trainer due to how she can tell what its emotions and feelings are and how much trust they have with each other.


==Moves used==
===Moves used===
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{{anmov/h|water||Misty Staryu {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Water Gun|1=BubbleBeam|2=Rapid Spin}}.png|Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Water Gun|1=Bubble Beam|2=Rapid Spin}}|image2=Misty Staryu {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Tackle|1=Swift|2=Double-Edge}}.png|caption2=Using {{#switch: {{#expr: {{#time: U}} mod 3}}|0=Tackle|1=Swift|2=Double-Edge}}}}
{{anmov|normal|Swift|EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone}}
{{anmov|normal|Swift|EP006|Clefairy and the Moon Stone}}
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==In the games==
==In the games==
Staryu has appeared as a part of Misty's team in all the [[Generation I]] games and their [[remake]]s..
Staryu has appeared as a part of Misty's team in all the [[Generation I]] games and their [[remake]]s.


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==In the manga==
==In the manga==
===In the Ash and Pikachu manga===
===In the Ash & Pikachu manga===
[[File:Misty Staryu AP.png|thumb|200px|Misty's Staryu in Ash and Pikachu]]
[[File:Misty Staryu AP.png|thumb|200px|Staryu in Ash & Pikachu]]
Misty's Staryu appears in ''[[SP10|The Grand Rhydon Plan]]'' of the Ash and Pikachu manga.
Misty's Staryu appears in ''[[SP10|The Grand Rhydon Plan]]'' of the [[Ash & Pikachu]] manga.


===In the movie adaptations===
===In the movie adaptations===
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===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
[[File:Misty Staryu Adventures.png|thumb|left|200px|Misty's Staryu in Pokémon Adventures]]
[[File:Misty Staryu Adventures.png|thumb|left|200px|Staryu in Pokémon Adventures]]
In [[Pokémon Adventures]], Misty's Staryu (nicknamed ヒトちゃん ''Hito-chan'' in the Japanese version) debuted in the {{chap|Red, Green & Blue}} in ''[[PS006|Gyarados Splashes In!]]'', defending an injured Misty from her rampaging [[Gyara]]dos. It was on the brink of fainting when {{adv|Red}} intervened, buying Staryu enough time to {{m|recover}} and launch a joint attack with [[Saur|Red's Bulbasaur]] before Red captured the Atrocious Pokémon. It was used later to defend against [[Koga]]'s newly-evolved {{p|Rhydon}}; however, despite its type advantage, it lost to the stronger opponent.
Misty's Staryu (nicknamed ヒトちゃん ''Hito-chan'' in the Japanese version) debuted in ''[[PS006|Gyarados Splashes In!]]'', defending an injured Misty from her rampaging [[Gyara|Gyarados]]. It was on the brink of fainting when {{adv|Red}} intervened, buying Staryu enough time to {{m|recover}} and launch a joint attack with [[Saur]] before Red captured the Atrocious Pokémon. It was used [[PS007|later]] to defend against [[Koga]]'s newly-evolved {{p|Rhydon}}; however, despite its type advantage, it lost to the stronger opponent.


====Moves used====
====Moves used====
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===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
Misty's Staryu appeared in ''[[PZ03|Cerulean City]]'' where it was seen in her Gym.
Misty's Staryu appeared in ''[[PZ03|Cerulean City]]'' where it was seen in her Gym.
{{-}}


==In the TCG==
==In the TCG==
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{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Misty's Staryu|92}}|type=Water|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=92/132|jpset=Unnumbered Promotional cards|jpset2=Hanada City Gym|jpsetlink3=Gym Heroes|jpset3=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity3=Common}}
{{cardlist/entry|cardname={{TCG ID|Gym Challenge|Misty's Staryu|92}}|type=Water|enset=Gym Challenge|enrarity=Common|ennum=92/132|jpset=Unnumbered Promotional cards|jpset2=Hanada City Gym|jpsetlink3=Gym Heroes|jpset3=Leaders' Stadium|jprarity3=Common}}
{{cardlist/footer|water}}
{{cardlist/footer|water}}
* Staryu also appears in the card [[Misty's Tears (Gym Challenge 118)]].
==Names==
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|-
! Language
! Name
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Japanese
|ヒトちゃん ''Hito-chan''{{tt|*|Pokémon Adventures}}
|From {{tt|ヒトデマン ''Hitodeman''|Staryu}}
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Brazilian Portuguese
|Starzinha{{tt|*|Pokémon Adventures}}
|From {{p|Staryu}} and ''-zinha'' (indicator of diminutive form)
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Vietnamese
|Bé Hito
|Transliteration of her Japanese name
|}{{-}}
==Trivia==
* Misty's Staryu has had the longest absence of any Pokémon belonging to a main character in the main series, with a gap of 722 episodes between its appearances in ''[[EP259|Entei at Your Own Risk]]'' and [[SM042]].
==Related articles==
==Related articles==
{{Animespecies|Staryu}}
{{Animespecies|Staryu}}
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[[Category:Misty's Pokémon|Staryu]]
[[Category:Misty's Pokémon|Staryu]]
[[Category:Red, Blue and Yellow characters]]
[[Category:FireRed and LeafGreen characters]]
[[Category:Stadium characters]]
[[Category:Pokémon Adventures characters (Pokémon)]]


[[de:Mistys Sterndu]]
[[de:Mistys Sterndu]]

Revision as of 12:24, 26 October 2017

Misty's Staryu
カスミのヒトデマン Kasumi's Hitodeman
Bag Poké Ball SV Sprite.png
Misty Staryu.png
Misty's Staryu
Debuts in Clefairy and the Moon Stone
Caught at Kanto
Gender Genderless*
Ability Unknown
Current location With Misty
HOME120.png
This Pokémon has not evolved.
Voice actor Japanese English
As Staryu Shin'ichirō Miki

Misty's Staryu (Japanese: カスミのヒトデマン Kasumi's Hitodeman) was one of the three original Pokémon acquired by Misty in the Kanto region in the anime, and Misty also has a Staryu in most of the games she appears in.

In the anime

Original series

Kanto
Staryu in its debut

Misty uses Staryu often as one of her main battling Pokémon throughout most of the series. It doesn't seem to have much of a personality due to its extremely un-anthropomorphic features, but Misty says she's able to recognize its emotions and feelings. It often shimmered when called into battles, and its core glowed pink accompanied by a siren like 'Bing' when tired or weakened.

Staryu was first used to defend Mt. Moon against an attack by Team Rocket. Staryu was sent out against Meowth, who was trying to abduct a Clefairy. Misty next used Staryu in her Gym battle against Ash. When Ash didn't recognize Staryu, he used his Pokédex on it; he later commented "Leave it to a girl to show off her jewelry!". Staryu demonstrated an Ability similar to Natural Cure, despite Abilities not having been introduced at the time, by diving into the water to negate Stun Spore and Sleep Powder. It also seemed to be rather clumsy, as it missed Butterfree and nearly slipped, almost falling into the water. Despite this Staryu was able to beat Butterfree by tackling it into the water.

Staryu was also used for its strong swimming abilities, helping Ash and his friends escape the sunken St. Anne, and also later helped the team escape James's Gyarados along with Goldeen and Starmie. Misty also used Staryu, along with Starmie and Goldeen, to help save people from a sinking ship. It also tried to help the gang get to the North Pole along with Goldeen, Starmie and Squirtle, however it, along with its fellow swimmers, tired out before they made it. It would again be called to help tow a raft to escape a crumbling island made up of Kabuto that were then reviving.

Misty also used Staryu during the Queen of the Princess Festival contest.

Misty auditioned Staryu for a part in a movie in Lights, Camera, Quack-tion, however, as is often the case with Misty calling out Staryu, Psyduck came out instead. Staryu did get a part however, helping provide the rain effect for the final scene.

Orange Islands

Its media career also included dancing on stage in Stage Fight! to help a traveling riverboat show that dubbed acting Pokémon with human voices back stage.

Staryu was often called into battle, even relied on when Misty had access to other Pokémon such as Poliwag and Corsola. Staryu's strength was called on in Bye Bye Psyduck, battling Marina's Tentacruel. Upon entering battle, Marina commented it was an excellent looking Staryu, and Misty responded that Staryu was one of her favorite Pokémon and that she polished it daily. The pampering appeared to pay off as it was able to take down Tentacruel with one Swift attack. It was however defeated by Marina's powerful Psyduck.

Staryu and Misty in the Advanced Generation series

In The Stun Spore Detour, a wild Poliwag seeks protection from James and Meowth by hiding behind Misty. Misty's Staryu defeats James's Weezing by using Tackle followed by Double-Edge, which not only cut through Weezing's Smog but also sent Weezing flying.

Johto

Staryu was also used to fight Ash a second time to win a Totodile. It battled against his Chikorita, showing high determination, digging in its heels against a Tackle and dodging through Razor Leaf and Vine Whip. It was also able to strike a powerful Water Gun that jetted Chikorita several feet up and across the battle field. It was, however, beaten to the ground by a powerful Vine Whip. Misty later apologized to Staryu, saying she hoped she hadn't pushed it too hard and only did so because she had an immense amount of faith in the Pokémon, showing she had a very strong bond with Staryu and cared about it greatly.

In Spell of the Unown: Entei Staryu was called up against Molly Hale. Being under water, Staryu showed to be even more capable than on land. It went up against Mantine and scored a couple of Tackles before looping round for another run. Before it was able to hit, Staryu was hit by Mantine's Whirlpool, although the attack, even combined with a direct hit from Bubble Beam, wasn't able to even affect it slightly. It then easily dissipated the Whirlpool with Rapid Spin and went on the offensive with several high speed Tackles, chasing Mantine through the water in dogged pursuit. The rest of the battle wasn't seen.

Misty used Staryu quite often in Kanto and during the Orange Islands saga. However, after she captured her Poliwag, she started to use it less often. By the end of the Johto saga, Misty hardly ever used Staryu, preferring to use her Corsola and Politoed.

Advanced Generation series

Chronicles

Staryu was called on in Cerulean Blues to defend the Cerulean Gym from a challenge by the Invincible Pokémon Brothers. Staryu battled very well, until the brother's Hitmonchan launched a sneak attack on it, knocking it out. Despite not being able to battle, Staryu won by default due to the Pokémon Brother's cheating by using that illegal sneak attack. He tried to justify himself but Nurse Joy's ruling stood.

Kanto Battle Frontier

Staryu reappeared in The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon, in which Misty used it to battle Dr. Yung's mirage Aggron. Staryu began with a direct hit with Bubble Beam, which failed to faze Aggron. It was then struck with a strong Sandstorm attack. Misty then ordered Water Gun to be used, this was countered with Thunder Wave, Staryu was then finished with a volley of Bullet Seed. This appearance happened after Misty had left the main cast and was leader of Cerulean Gym.

Sun & Moon series

Staryu reappeared in Alola, Kanto!, in which Misty sent it out to destroy Team Rocket's mecha with Bubble Beam.

Personality and characteristics

Staryu dosen't seem to have much of a personality due to its extremely un-anthropomorphic features. Most of its personality is seen in battle, where it is shown to be very powerful, being Misty's top choice through most of the series. When it loses it occasionally gets upset about the loss until Misty comforts it. Staryu is shown to have a very strong bond with its Trainer due to how she can tell what its emotions and feelings are and how much trust they have with each other.

Moves used

Misty Staryu Water Gun.png
Using Water Gun
Misty Staryu Tackle.png
Using Tackle
Move First Used In
Swift Clefairy and the Moon Stone
Water Gun  Clefairy and the Moon Stone
Tackle The Water Flowers of Cerulean City
Double-Edge The Song of Jigglypuff
Rapid Spin Spell of the Unown: Entei
Bubble Beam  The Mastermind of Mirage Pokémon
A shows that the move was used recently, unless all moves fit this case or there are fewer than five known moves.

In the games

Staryu has appeared as a part of Misty's team in all the Generation I games and their remakes.

Pokémon Red and Blue Pokémon Yellow Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Pokémon Stadium
Round 1
Spr 1b 120.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Staryu Lv.18
Tackle
Normal
Water Gun
Water
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 1y 120.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Staryu Lv.18
Tackle
Normal
Water Gun
Water
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 3f 120.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Ability:
Natural Cure
Held item:
None
Staryu Lv.18
Tackle
Normal
Harden
Normal
Recover
Normal
Water Pulse
Water
120.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Staryu Lv.50-100
Recover
Normal
Minimize
Normal
Thunderbolt
Electric
Psychic
Psychic

In the manga

In the Ash & Pikachu manga

Staryu in Ash & Pikachu

Misty's Staryu appears in The Grand Rhydon Plan of the Ash & Pikachu manga.

In the movie adaptations

Misty's Staryu appeared in Emperor of the Crystal Tower: Entei.

In the Pokémon Adventures manga

Staryu in Pokémon Adventures

Misty's Staryu (nicknamed ヒトちゃん Hito-chan in the Japanese version) debuted in Gyarados Splashes In!, defending an injured Misty from her rampaging Gyarados. It was on the brink of fainting when Red intervened, buying Staryu enough time to recover and launch a joint attack with Saur before Red captured the Atrocious Pokémon. It was used later to defend against Koga's newly-evolved Rhydon; however, despite its type advantage, it lost to the stronger opponent.

Moves used

Misty Staryu Recover Adventures.png
Using Recover
Move First Used In
Recover Gyarados Splashes In!
Bubble Beam Gyarados Splashes In!
A shows that the move was used recently, unless all moves fit this case or there are fewer than five known moves.
Staryu in Pokémon Zensho

In the Pokémon Zensho manga

Misty's Staryu appeared in Cerulean City where it was seen in her Gym.

In the TCG

This listing is of cards featuring Misty's Staryu in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Misty's Staryu
Cards listed with a blue background are only legal to use in the current Expanded format.
Cards listed with a green background are legal to use in both the current Standard and Expanded formats.
Card Type English
Expansion
Rarity # Japanese
Expansion
Rarity #
Misty's Staryu Water Gym Heroes Common 90/132 Hanada City Gym    
Misty's Staryu Water Gym Challenge Common 92/132 Unnumbered Promotional cards    
      Hanada City Gym    
      Leaders' Stadium Common  
 


Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese ヒトちゃん Hito-chan* From ヒトデマン Hitodeman
Brazilian Portuguese Starzinha* From Staryu and -zinha (indicator of diminutive form)
Vietnamese Bé Hito Transliteration of her Japanese name


Trivia

  • Misty's Staryu has had the longest absence of any Pokémon belonging to a main character in the main series, with a gap of 722 episodes between its appearances in Entei at Your Own Risk and SM042.

Related articles

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


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