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'''Professor Samuel Oak''' (Japanese: '''オーキド・ユキナリ博士''' ''Dr. Yukinari Ohkido'') is a [[Pokémon Professor]] who lives and works at his [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|research lab]] in [[Pallet Town]] of the [[Kanto]] region. According to [[Professor Elm]], Oak concentrates on Pokémon and human relationships as a profession.
'''Professor Samuel Oak''' (Japanese: '''オーキド・ユキナリ博士''' ''Dr. Yukinari Ohkido'') is a [[Pokémon Professor]] who lives and works at his [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|research lab]] in [[Pallet Town]] of the [[Kanto]] [[region]].


==In the games==
==Terminology==
===In Generation I===
In the Japanese version, Professor Oak's given name '''ユキナリ''' (''Yukinari'') first appeared in "Pocket Monsters Zukan", a guidebook published by Aspect. The given name had later appeared in various media such as [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]], [[Pocket Monsters: The Animation]], the [[M04|fourth Pokémon movie]], and [[Pokémon Adventures]], before it was confirmed as his canon name in the core series with [[Samson Oak]] mentioning it in {{pkmn|Sun and Moon}}.<ref>'''[[Samson Oak/Quotes|Samson Oak]]''': ''"Oh, that cousin of mine in Kanto... He and I look remarkably alike, or so everyone always says. He's Samuel Oak, though."'' ({{game4|SMUSUM}}</ref>
[[File:PkmnProfWantsToFight.png|thumb|The unused Trainer class for Professor Oak]]
Professor Oak works in [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|his Laboratory]] in [[Pallet Town]] with his aides. He gave {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Blue}} their [[starter Pokémon]] in {{game3|Red and Blue|Pokémon Red, Blue|s}}, {{game3|Red and Green|Green|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}. He is an idol to many Trainers and researchers, including [[Professor Elm]], and always plays an important supporting role in the many games that he appears in.


He was a childhood friend of [[Agatha]]. They remained good friends and top-class Pokémon Trainers until Oak stopped battling and became interested in Pokémon research. Agatha said that he became soft and started to regard him as a fool. However, Oak still affiliates with the [[Pokémon League]] as an adviser. In [[Pokemon Masters]], during her Sync Pair Story "A Day with Agatha", Agatha explains how she and Oak met. Oak was always friendly and open when he was young and would talk to Agatha and try to help her. Though he was only trying to be nice, it still annoyed Agatha because she wanted to be left alone. Agatha would battle Oak to try and get him to go away, but he was always better than her, and so she would battle him again and again. Eventually, the time they spent together began to mean a lot to Agatha. As a result, when Oak got the idea to invent the [[Pokédex]] and subsequently stopped battling, Agatha felt betrayed.
==In the core series games==
Professor Oak works in [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|his Laboratory]] in [[Pallet Town]] with his aides. He gives {{ga|Red}} and {{ga|Blue}} their [[first partner Pokémon]] in {{game3|Red and Blue|Pokémon Red, Blue|s}}, {{game3|Red and Green|Green|s}}, {{v2|Yellow}}, {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}}. In the last pair of games, he also grants the {{player}} the [[National Pokédex]] once they've caught at least 60 Pokémon. He is an idol to many Trainers and researchers, including [[Professor Elm]], and always plays an important supporting role in the many games that he appears in.


====Pokémon====
He was a childhood friend of [[Agatha]]. They remained good friends and top-class Pokémon Trainers until Oak stopped battling and became interested in Pokémon research. Agatha said that he became soft and started to regard him as a fool. However, Oak still affiliates with the [[Pokémon League]] as an adviser. In [[Pokémon Masters EX]], during her [[Sync pair|Sync Pair]] Story "A Day with Agatha", {{mas|Agatha}} explains how she and Oak met. Oak was always friendly and open when he was young and would talk to Agatha and try to help her. Though he was only trying to be nice, it still annoyed Agatha because she wanted to be left alone. Agatha would battle Oak to try and get him to go away, but he was always better than her, and so she would battle him again and again. Eventually, the time they spent together began to mean a lot to Agatha. As a result, when Oak got the idea to invent the [[Pokédex]] and subsequently stopped battling, Agatha felt betrayed.
=====Red, Green, and Blue=====
 
Professor Oak confirms having been a successful Trainer in his youth; however, he states that he only possesses the following Pokémon. {{ga|Red}} is allowed to choose one in order to begin his journey. His grandson, {{ga|Blue}}, the {{player}}'s [[rival]], then picks the Pokémon whose type has an advantage against their own.
In his own Pokémon Masters EX Sync Pair Story, "A Day With Professor Oak", {{mas|Professor Oak}} reveals that his trusted Pokémon partner is a {{p|Nidorino}}.
 
[[File:HGSS Prerelease Mr Pokemon House.png|thumb|200px|Oak with {{ga|Ethan}} and Mr. Pokémon in [[Generation IV]]]]
Professor Oak was always well known in [[Kanto]], but in [[Generation II]] and {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}}, he becomes more of a celebrity, a "star Pokémon Researcher". He became famous in [[Johto]] because of his Radio Show with [[DJ Mary]]. He was going to turn down the show at first, but Mary's energy and persistence wore him down. {{ga|Ethan}}/{{ga|Kris}}/{{ga|Lyra}} first meets him visiting the home of [[Mr. Pokémon]], another of Oak's childhood friends. Later he grants the young Trainer access to [[Mt. Silver]], a place which only the finest Pokémon Trainers may enter, after the player has earned all the Badges in Johto and later Kanto. In the [[remake]]s, he also gives the player the National Pokédex after they've entered the [[Hall of Fame]], gives them {{HM|08|Rock Climb}} once they've earned all 16 [[Badge]]s, allows them to choose one of the Kanto [[first partner Pokémon]] once they've beaten Red, and hands over the [[Jade Orb]] if the player has caught both {{p|Groudon}} and {{p|Kyogre}} at the [[Embedded Tower]].
 
Professor Oak has many old friends. One of them is [[Kurt]], a [[Poké Ball]] smith from [[Azalea Town]], and another is Professor Elm, who used to be Oak's assistant. In fact, there is a picture on Kurt's wall saying "...a young Prof Oak?" and an email addressed to him from Professor Elm can be found in his lab:
:"''...
:''<sc>Prof. Oak</sc>, how is your research
:''coming along? I'm still plugging
:''away. I heard rumors
:''that {{player|<player>}} is
:''getting quite a reputation.
:''I'm delighted to hear that.
:''<sc>Elm</sc> in <sc>[[New Bark Town]]</sc> 8-)''"
 
Professor Oak has many fans and admirers. One of them is {{tc|School Kid|Schoolboy}} Chad, who frequently calls the player to share trivia about Oak.
 
Professor Oak is also a good friend of [[Professor Rowan]]. He visits [[Sinnoh]] often, has a home in [[Eterna City]], introduces Trainers to [[Pal Park]]{{sup/4|DPPt}}/[[Ramanas Park]]{{sup/8|BDSP}}, and gives them the National Pokédex, as well as the [[Upgrade|Up-Grade]], [[Poké Radar]], and the {{DL|Pokétch|Trainer Counter}} app for their [[Pokétch]]. [[Oak's Letter|A letter]] that he sends to the player in a special event allows the player to find {{p|Shaymin}}. An aide in Rowan's laboratory mentions that Oak is Rowan's junior in terms of seniority. In {{v2|Platinum}}, after providing the Up-Grade, Professor Oak will talk about the [[legendary birds]] and say that they have been sighted in [[Sinnoh]]. From this point {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}} will be visible roaming on the map.
 
Professor Oak also appears in {{LGPE}}, where he serves the same role for {{ga|Chase}}/{{ga|Elaine}} and {{ga|Trace}} that he originally served for Red and Blue. He originally has two first partner Pokémon to give to them, but after the player catches their own {{ga|partner Pokémon}}, the third Pokémon goes unrevealed.
 
====Fame Checker====
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Professor Oak in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
;Pallet Town - Sign
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>[[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Oak Pokémon Research Lab]]</sc>."
;Pallet Town Research Lab - Prof. Oak
* What is this person like?
:"To make a complete guide on all the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> in the world...
:That was my dream!"
;Pallet Town Research Lab - Aide
* What is this person like?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> may not look like much, but he's the authority on <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>.
:Many <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Trainers</sc> hold him in high regard."
;[[Viridian City]] - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}
* Family and friends?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> reportedly lives with his grandchildren, <sc>[[Daisy Oak|Daisy]]</sc> and <sc>{{ga|Blue}}</sc>."
;[[Indigo Plateau|Pokémon League]] - [[Agatha]]
* Family and friends?
:"I hear <sc>Oak</sc>'s taken a lot of interest in you, child.
:That old duff was once tough and handsome.
:But that was decades ago. He's a shadow of his former self."
;Pallet Town Research Lab - Aide{{tt|*|After entering the Hall of Fame}}
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> is going to have his own radio show soon.
:The program will be called <sc>Prof. Oak's Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Seminar</sc>."
;Message from <sc>Oak</sc>
* From: <sc>Prof. Oak</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"Why do <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> compete and battle so hard for you?
:They do so because they can see the love and trust you have towards <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>.
:Never forget that."
 
===Pokémon===
Professor Oak gives the player their [[first partner Pokémon]] in every [[Kanto]]-based game.
 
====Pokémon Red and Blue====
{|
{|
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/1
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/1
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|}
|}


=====Yellow=====
====Pokémon Yellow====
{{main|Red's Pikachu (game)}}
{{main|Red's Pikachu (game)}}
Professor Oak catches this {{p|Pikachu}} while stopping Red from beginning his journey without any Pokémon. He later decides to give it to him.
Professor Oak catches this {{p|Pikachu}} while stopping {{ga|Red}} from beginning his {{pkmn|journey}} without any Pokémon. He later decides to give it to him.


{{Pokémon/1
{{Pokémon/1
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|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal}}
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal}}


This {{p|Eevee}} was intended for Red but was taken by Blue in his impatience. Its evolutionary path is determined by the player's interactions with its Trainer.
This {{p|Eevee}} was intended for Red, but is taken by {{ga|Blue}} in his impatience. Its evolutionary path is determined by the player's interactions with its Trainer.


{{Pokémon/1
{{Pokémon/1
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|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal}}
|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal}}


=====Unused teams=====
====Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen====
In the [[Generation I]] games, there is [[Pokémon Red and Green beta|unused]] {{pkmn|Trainer}} data for Prof. Oak. This implies that the player was supposed to battle him at some point in the game.
 
In the data, Oak has a level 66 {{p|Tauros}}, level 67 {{p|Exeggutor}}, level 68 {{p|Arcanine}}, level 70 {{p|Gyarados}}, and one of the Kanto {{pkmn2|starter}}s at level 69. This places his strength a handful of levels above the player's rival and the [[Pokémon Champion|Pokémon League Champion]]. In addition, four of his Pokémon are identical to the ones used by the Champion, only at higher levels, implying he was originally meant to be Champion, or at least another high-ranking Trainer. This is supported by an email on the PC in Oak's lab, in which the Pokémon League issues a challenge to all Trainers and specifically requests Oak to come visit them.
 
Oak can be battled by performing the {{DL|Mew glitch|Ditto glitch}} with a {{stat|Special}} stat of 226 or by performing the [[old man glitch]] with {{MN}} as the character in the 3rd, 5th or 7th slot of the player's name. These teams cannot be battled when using the old man glitch; they can only be battled via the Ditto glitch if the wild Ditto's {{stat|Attack}} is lowered by 4, 5, or 6 stages (each will yield a different one of the three teams).
{{left clear}}
 
{{Party/Single
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|headcolor={{kanto color light}}
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|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
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|pokemon=Tauros
|level=66
|type1=Normal
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Rage|move3type=Normal
|move4=Tail Whip|move4type=Normal
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|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=67
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Barrage|move2type=Normal
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=68
|type1=Fire
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Ember|move2type=Fire
|move3=Roar|move3type=Normal
|move4=Leer|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{kanto color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=009
|pokemon=Blastoise
|level=69
|type1=Water
|move1=Bite|move1type=Normal
|move2=Withdraw|move2type=Water
|move3=Skull Bash|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hydro Pump|move4type=Water}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=130
|pokemon=Gyarados
|level=70
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Footer}}
 
{{Party/Single
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|bordercolor={{kanto color dark}}
|headcolor={{kanto color light}}
|sprite=Spr Y Oak.png
|prize={{PDollar}}6930
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|game=RGBY
|location=Glitch
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=128
|pokemon=Tauros
|level=66
|type1=Normal
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Rage|move3type=Normal
|move4=Tail Whip|move4type=Normal
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|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=67
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Barrage|move2type=Normal
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=68
|type1=Fire
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Ember|move2type=Fire
|move3=Roar|move3type=Normal
|move4=Leer|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{kanto color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=003
|pokemon=Venusaur
|level=69
|type1=Grass|type2=Poison
|move1=Razor Leaf|move1type=Grass
|move2=Growth|move2type=Normal
|move3=Sleep Powder|move3type=Grass
|move4=SolarBeam|move4type=Grass}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=130
|pokemon=Gyarados
|level=70
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal
}}
{{Party/Footer}}
 
{{Party/Single
|color={{kanto color}}
|bordercolor={{kanto color dark}}
|headcolor={{kanto color light}}
|sprite=Spr Y Oak.png
|prize={{PDollar}}6930
|name=Prof. Oak
|game=RGBY
|location=Glitch
|pokemon=5
}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=128
|pokemon=Tauros
|level=66
|type1=Normal
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Leer|move2type=Normal
|move3=Rage|move3type=Normal
|move4=Tail Whip|move4type=Normal
}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=103
|pokemon=Exeggutor
|level=67
|type1=Grass|type2=Psychic
|move1=Stomp|move1type=Normal
|move2=Barrage|move2type=Normal
|move3=Hypnosis|move3type=Psychic}}
|{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=059
|pokemon=Arcanine
|level=68
|type1=Fire
|move1=Take Down|move1type=Normal
|move2=Ember|move2type=Fire
|move3=Roar|move3type=Normal
|move4=Leer|move4type=Normal}}
{{Party/Div|color={{kanto color}}}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=006
|pokemon=Charizard
|level=69
|type1=Fire|type2=Flying
|move1=Rage|move1type=Normal
|move2=Slash|move2type=Normal
|move3=Flamethrower|move3type=Fire
|move4=Fire Spin|move4type=Fire}}
| style="margin:auto" |{{Pokémon/1
|game=Yellow
|ndex=130
|pokemon=Gyarados
|level=70
|type1=Water|type2=Flying
|move1=Hydro Pump|move1type=Water
|move2=Dragon Rage|move2type=Dragon
|move3=Leer|move3type=Normal
|move4=Hyper Beam|move4type=Normal
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{{Party/Footer}}
 
===In Generation II===
Professor Oak was always well known in [[Kanto]] but in [[Generation II]] he became more of a celebrity, a "star Pokémon Researcher". He became famous in [[Johto]] because of his Radio Show with [[DJ Mary]]. He was going to turn down the show at first but Mary's energy and persistence wore him down. {{ga|Ethan}}/{{ga|Kris}} first met him visiting the home of [[Mr. Pokémon]], another of Oak's childhood friends. Later he grants the young Trainer access to [[Mt. Silver]], a place which only the finest Pokémon Trainers may enter, after the player has earned all the Badges in Johto and later Kanto.
 
Professor Oak has many old friends. One of them is [[Kurt]], a [[Poké Ball]] smith from [[Azalea Town]] and another is [[Professor Elm]] who used to be Oak's assistant. In fact, there is a picture on Kurt's wall saying "...a young Prof Oak?" and an email addressed to him from Professor Elm can be found in his lab:
:"''...
:''<sc>Prof. Oak</sc>, how is your research
:''coming along? I'm still plugging
:''away. I heard rumors
:''that {{player|<player>}} is
:''getting quite a reputation.
:''I'm delighted to hear that.
:''<sc>Elm</sc> in <sc>[[New Bark Town]]</sc> 8-)''"
 
Professor Oak has gained many fans and admirers. One of them is {{tc|School Kid|Schoolboy}} Chad, who frequently calls the player to share trivia about Oak.
 
===In Generation III===
Professor Oak returns in {{2v2|FireRed|LeafGreen}} to reprise his role from the Generation I games. He also grants the {{player}} the [[National Pokédex]] after they have caught 60 different species of Pokémon and defeated the [[Elite Four]].
 
====Pokémon====
{|
{|
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/3
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/3
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|}
|}


====Fame Checker====
====Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver====
This is a list of the [[Fame Checker]]'s information on Professor Oak in {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}}.
After the player has defeated Red, Professor Oak gifts them with one of the Kanto first partner Pokémon.
;Pallet Town - sign
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>[[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Oak Pokémon Research Lab]]</sc>."
;Pallet Town Research Lab - Prof. Oak
* What is this person like?
:"To make a complete guide on all the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> in the world...
:That was my dream!"
;Pallet Town Research Lab - aide
* What is this person like?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> may not look like much, but he's the authority on <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>.
:Many <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Trainers</sc> hold him in high regard."
;[[Viridian City]] - {{DL|Magazines in the Pokémon world|Pokémon Journal}}
* Family and friends?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> reportedly lives with his grandchildren, <sc>[[Daisy Oak|Daisy]]</sc> and <sc>{{ga|Blue}}</sc>."
;[[Pokémon League]] - [[Agatha]]
* Family and friends?
:"I hear <sc>Oak</sc>'s taken a lot of interest in you, child.
:That old duff was once tough and handsome.
:But that was decades ago. He's a shadow of his former self."
;Pallet Town Research Lab - aide
* What does this person do?
:"<sc>Prof. Oak</sc> is going to have his own radio show soon.
:The program will be called <sc>Prof. Oak's Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Seminar</sc>."
;Message from <sc>Oak</sc>
* From: <sc>Prof. Oak</sc>
* To: [Player]
:"Why do <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> compete and battle so hard for you?
:They do so because they can see the love and trust you have towards <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>.
:Never forget that."
 
===In Generation IV===
====Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum====
Professor Oak is also a good friend of [[Professor Rowan]]. He visits [[Sinnoh]] often, has a home in [[Eterna City]], introduces Trainers to [[Pal Park]], and gives them the [[National Pokédex]], as well as the [[Up-Grade]], [[Poké Radar]] and the function {{DL|Pokétch|Trainer Counter}} of the [[Pokétch]]. [[Oak's Letter|A letter]] that he sends to the player in a special event allows the player to find {{p|Shaymin}}. An aide in Rowan's laboratory mentions that Oak is Rowan's junior in terms of seniority. In Platinum, after providing the Up-Grade, Professor Oak will talk about the [[Legendary birds]] and say that they have been sighted in [[Sinnoh]]. From this point {{p|Articuno}}, {{p|Zapdos}}, and {{p|Moltres}} will be visible roaming on the map.


====HeartGold and SoulSilver====
[[File:HGSS Prerelease Mr Pokemon House.png|thumb|right|Oak with {{ga|Ethan}} and Mr. Pokémon in [[Generation IV]]]]
Professor Oak returns in the Johto remakes to fulfill a similar role as he did in {{3v2|Gold|Silver|Crystal}}, albeit expanded. He will give the player the National Pokédex before boarding the [[S.S. Aqua]] bound for Kanto. He also gives the player {{HM|08|Rock Climb}} to assist them in navigation through [[Mt. Silver]] after they have earned all eight Kanto Badges. After the player defeats {{ga|Red}} on top of Mt. Silver, he will give the player one of either {{p|Bulbasaur}}, {{p|Charmander}}, or {{p|Squirtle}}. Finally, if both {{p|Kyogre}} and {{p|Groudon}} from HeartGold and SoulSilver are traded into the same game, he will give the player a [[Jade Orb]] so that {{p|Rayquaza}} may be caught at the [[Embedded Tower]].
=====Pokémon=====
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|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status}}
|move2=Tail Whip|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status}}
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===In Generation VII===
====Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!====
Professor Oak appears in [[Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!]], performing in a role similar to the role he played in [[Generation I|Generations I]] and {{gen|III}}. He gives the player their [[Starter Pokémon|Partner Pokémon]], {{p|Pikachu}}{{sup/7|P}} or {{p|Eevee}}{{sup/7|E}}. He gives a normal Starter Pokémon of the opposite species to {{ga|Trace}}.


=====Pokémon=====
====Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!====
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| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/7
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|ndex=025
|ndex=0025
|pokemon=Pikachu
|pokemon=Pikachu
|gender=both
|gender=both
|form=_LG
|form=-Partner
|level=5
|level=5
|type1=Electric
|type1=Electric
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|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move2=Growl|move2type=Normal|move2cat=Status
|move3=Tail Whip|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
|move3=Tail Whip|move3type=Normal|move3cat=Status}}
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/7
| style="vertical-align:top" |{{Pokémon/7/LG
|ndex=133
|ndex=0133
|pokemon=Eevee
|pokemon=Eevee
|gender=both
|gender=both
|form=_LG
|form=-Partner
|level=5
|level=5
|type1=Normal
|type1=Normal
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|}
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===Quotes===
====Unused teams====
====Red, Blue and Yellow====
{{main|Unused Trainer data#Prof. Oak|Unused Trainer data → Prof. Oak}}
{{incomplete|section|needs=Missing quotes; does Mew count towards evaluation?}}
[[File:PkmnProfWantsToFight.png|thumb|160px|Professor Oak, who cannot normally be battled]]
'''Intro'''
Unused Trainer data for Prof. Oak (Japanese: '''{{j|オーキドせんせい}}''' ''Teacher Oak'') exists in all Generation I games.
:''"Hello there! Welcome to the world of <sc>Pokémon</sc>! My name is <sc>Oak</sc>! People call me the <sc>Pokémon Prof</sc>! This world is inhabited by creatures called <sc>Pokémon</sc>! For some people, <sc>Pokémon</sc> are pets. Other use them for fights. Myself… I study <sc>Pokémon</sc> as a profession. First, what is your name? Right! So your name is <player>! This is my grandson. He's been your rival since you were a baby. …Erm, what is his name again? That's right! I remember now! His name is <rival>! <player>! Your very own <sc>Pokémon</sc> legend is about to unfold! A world of dreams and adventures with <sc>Pokémon</sc> awaits! Let's go!"''


'''[[Pallet Town]]'''
Prof. Oak has data for three different teams using different first partner Pokémon, with each Pokémon being [[level]] 66-70, higher than Blue's {{pkmn|Champion}} battle team. It is possible he was meant to be a late-game opponent, perhaps similar to Red in [[Generation II]].
* While trying to get into tall grass:
:''"Hey! Wait! Don't go out! It's unsafe! Wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> live in tall grass! You need your own <sc>Pokémon</sc> for your protection. I know! Here, come with me!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Hey! Wait! Don't go out! That was close! Wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> live in tall grass!"''{{sup/1|Y}}
* After encountering and catching {{ga|Red's Pikachu|Pikachu}}{{sup/1|Y}}
:''"Whew… A <sc>Pokémon</sc> can appear anytime in tall grass. You need your own <sc>Pokémon</sc> for your protection. I know! Here, come with me!"''


'''[[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Oak's Lab]]'''
He can be battled by exploiting certain [[glitch]]es.
* After getting dragged into lab:
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:''"<rival>? Let me think… Oh, that's right. I told you to come! Just wait! Here, <player>! There are 3 <sc>Pokémon</sc> here! Haha! They are inside the <sc>Poké Balls</sc>. When I was young, I was a serious <sc>Pokémon</sc> trainer! In my old age, I have only 3 left, but you can have one! Choose!{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Hmm? <rival>? Why are you here already? I said for you to come by later… Ah, whatever! Just wait there. Look, <player>! Do you see that ball on the table? It's called a <sc>Poké Ball</sc>. It holds a <sc>Pokémon</sc> inside. You may have it! Go on, take it!{{sup/1|Y}}
:''Be patient! <rival>, you can have one too!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''Be patient, <rival>, I'll give you one later."''{{sup/1|Y}}
* Before choosing starter:
:''"Now, <player>, which <sc>Pokémon</sc> do you want?"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Go ahead, it's yours!"''{{sup/1|Y}}
* If player tries to go away before choosing starter:
:''"Hey! Don't go away yet!"''
* When choosing Pokémon{{sup/1|RB}}:
:''"So! You want the {{tt|fire/water/plant|Depending on starter}} <sc>Pokémon</sc>, <sc>{{p|Charmander}}</sc>/<sc>{{p|Squirtle}}</sc>/<sc>{{p|Bulbasaur}}</sc>?"''
* After choosing starter{{sup/1|RB}}:
:''"This <sc>Pokémon</sc> is really energetic!"''
* When rival snatches Pokémon{{sup/1|Y}}:
:''"<rival>! What are you doing?"''
:''"But, I… Oh, all right then. That <sc>Pokémon</sc> is yours. I was going to give you one anyway… <player>, come over here. <player>, this is the <sc>Pokémon</sc> I caught earlier. You can have it. I caught it in the wild and it's not tame yet."''
* Before battling rival:
:''"If a wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> appears, your <sc>Pokémon</sc> can fight against it!''"
:''"Afterward, go on to the next town."''{{sup/1|Y}}
* After battling rival{{sup/1|Y}}:
:''"What? Would you look at that! It's odd, but it appears that your <sc>{{p|Pikachu}}</sc> dislikes <sc>Poké Ball</sc>s. You should just keep it with you. That should make it happy! You can talk to it and see how it feels about you.
* If talked to after battling rival:
:''"<player>, raise your young <sc>Pokémon</sc> by making it fight!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"You should talk to [[Red's Pikachu (game)|it]] and see how it feels."''{{sup/1|Y}}
* After receiving Oak's Parcel:
:''"Oh, <player>! How is my old <sc>Pokémon</sc>? Well, it seems to like you a lot. You must be talented as a <sc>Pokémon</sc> trainer! What? You have something for me? Ah! This is the custom <sc>Poké Ball</sc> I ordered! Thank you!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Oh, <player>! How is my old <sc>Pokémon</sc>? Well, it seems to like you a lot. You must be talented as a <sc>Pokémon</sc> trainer! What? You have something for me? Ah! This is the custom <sc>Poké Ball</sc> I ordered! Thanks, <player>! By the way, I must ask you to do something for me."''{{sup/1|Y}}
* When rival joins player and Oak in the lab:
:''"Oh, right! I have a request of you two. On the desk there is my invention, <sc>Pokédex</sc>! It automatically records data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> you've seen or caught! It's a hi-tech encyclopedia! <player> and <rival>! Take these with you!{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Ah, <rival>, good timing! I needed to ask both of you to do something for me. On the desk there is my invention, <sc>Pokédex</sc>! It automatically records data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> you've seen or caught! It's a hi-tech encyclopedia! <player> and <rival>! Take these with you!{{sup/1|Y}}
* After player and rival received the Pokedex:
:''"To make a complete guide on all the <sc>Pokémon</sc> in the world… That was my dream! But, I'm too old! I can't do it! So, I want you two to fulfill my dream for me! Get moving, you two! This is a great undertaking in <sc>Pokémon</sc> history!"''
* If talked to once again after rival leaves the lab:
:''"<sc>Pokémon</sc> around the world wait for you, <player>!"''
* If player defeated rival on {{rt|22|Kanto}} and hasn't bought Poké Balls or added caught data to Pokédex
:''"You can't get detailed data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> by just seeing them. You must catch them! Use these to capture wild <sc>Pokémon</sc>."''
:''"When a wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> appears, it's fair game. Just throw a <sc>Poké Ball</sc> at it and {{tt|tr|Try is written but cut off by the new line arrow}} {{tt|to catch it!|This line appears over [Ball at it and try] due to a glitch}} This won't always work, though. A healthy Pokémon could escape. You have to be lucky!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"When a wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> appears, it's fair game. Just like I showed you, throw a <sc>Poké Ball</sc> at it and {{tt|tr|Try is written but cut off by the new line arrow}} to catch it! This won't always work, though. A healthy Pokémon could escape. You have to be lucky!"''{{sup/1|Y}}
* If talked to once again:
:''"Come see me sometimes. I want to know how your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is coming along."''


'''[[Indigo Plateau]]'''
==In the side series games==
* After defeating rival:
===Pokémon Stadium series===
:''"<player>! So, you won! Congratulations! You're the new <sc>Pokémon League </sc> champion! You've grown up so much since you first left with <<sc>starter</sc>>! <player>, you have come of age! <rival>! I'm disappointed! I came when I heard you beat the <sc>Elite Four</sc>! But, when I got here, you had already lost! <rival>! Do you understand why you lost? You have forgotten to treat your <sc>Pokémon</sc> with trust and love! Without them, you will never become a champ again! <player>! You understand that your victory was not just your own doing! The bond you share with your <sc>Pokémon</sc> is marvelous! <player>! Come with me!"''
[[File:Stadium Professor Oak.png|thumb|left|200px|Professor Oak in Pokémon Stadium]]
[[File:Stadium 2 Professor Oak.png|thumb|200px|Professor Oak Pokémon Stadium 2]]
In {{eng|Pokémon Stadium}} and [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], Professor Oak is the owner of the {{OBP|Pokémon Lab|Stadium}}, which is available if the Stadium game is connected to one or more [[core series]] games via [[Transfer Pak]]. The laboratory contains various machines with features such as trading Pokémon between games, transferring items and Pokémon to and from the player's [[PC]], viewing the {{OBP|Pokédex|Stadium}}, etc. In both games, Professor Oak describes the machines in the laboratory.


'''[[Hall of Fame]]'''
The Transfer Pak features were previously introduced in the [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)|Japanese Pokémon Stadium]], but they were part of the menu at the beginning at the game and didn't involve Professor Oak or his laboratory.
:''Er-hem! Congratulations, <player>! This floor is the <sc>Pokémon Hall of Fame</sc>. <sc>Pokémon League</sc> champions are honored for their exploits here! Their <sc>Pokémon</sc> are also recorded in the <sc>Hall of Fame</sc>! <player>! You have endeavored hard to become the new <sc>League Champion</sc>. Congratulations, <player>, you and your <sc>Pokémon</sc> are <sc>Hall of Famer</sc>s!
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=====Pokédex evaluation=====
==In the spin-off games==
*When talking to Oak to get your Pokedex evaluated:
===Hey You, Pikachu!===
:''"Good to see you! How is your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> coming? Here, let me take a look!"''
Professor Oak appears in [[Hey You, Pikachu!]], where he enlists the player to help test a translation device called the PokéHelper, using a wild {{p|Pikachu}} as the main research subject.
* Fewer than 10 Pokémon:
:''"You still have lots to do. Look for <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> in grassy areas!"''
* 10-19 Pokémon:
:''"You're on the right track! Get a <sc>{{m|Flash}}</sc> HM from my <sc>Aide</sc>!"''
* 20-29 Pokémon:
:''"You still need more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>! Try to catch other species!"''
* 30-39 Pokémon:
:''"Good, you're trying hard! Get an <sc>[[Dowsing Machine|Itemfinder]]</sc> from my <sc>Aide</sc>"''
* 40-49 Pokémon:
:''"Looking good! Go find my <sc>Aide</sc> when you get 50!"''
* 50-59 Pokémon:
:''"You finally got {{tt|a|[sic]}} least 50 species! Be sure to get <sc>[[Exp. Share|Exp.All]]</sc> from my <sc>Aide</sc>!"''
* 60-69 Pokémon:
:''"Ho! This is {{tt|geting|[sic]}} even better!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Oh! This is getting even better!"''{{sup/1|Y}}
* 70-79 Pokémon:
:''"Very good! Go fish for some marine <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>!"''
* 80-89 Pokémon:
:''"Wonderful! Do you like to collect things?"''
* 90-99 Pokémon:
:''"I'm impressed! It must have been difficult to do!"''
* 100-109 Pokémon:
:''"You finally got at least 100 species I can't believe how good you are!"''
* 110-119 Pokémon:
:''"You even have the evolved forms of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>! Super!"''
* 120-129 Pokémon:
:''"Excellent! Trade with friends to get some more!"''
* 130-139 Pokémon:
:''"Outstanding! You've become a real pro at this!"''
* 140-149 Pokémon:
:''"I have nothing left to say! You're the authority now!"''
* 150-151 Pokémon:
:''"Your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> is entirely complete Congratulations!"''{{sup/1|RB}}
:''"Your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> is fully complete! Congratulations!"''{{sup/1|Y}}


====Gold, Silver and Crystal====
===Pokémon Trading Card Game series===
'''Intro'''
In {{vg|Pokémon Trading Card Game}} and [[Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR!]], the {{OBP|Professor Oak|Base Set 88}} card is available. Additionally, there are cards featuring the [[Impostor Professor Oak]].
:''"Hello! Sorry to keep you waiting! Welcome to the world of <sc>Pokémon</sc>! My name is <sc>Oak</sc>. People call me the <sc>Pokémon Prof</sc>. This world is inhabited by creatures that we call <sc>Pokémon</sc>. People and <sc>Pokémon</sc> live together by supporting each other. Some people play with <sc>Pokémon</sc>, some battle with them. But we don't know everything about <sc>Pokémon</sc> yet. There are still many mysteries to solve. That's why I study <sc>Pokémon</sc> every day. Now, what did you say your name was? <player>, are you ready? Your very own <sc>Pokémon</sc> story is about to unfold. You'll face fun times and tough challenges. A world of dreams and adventures with <sc>Pokémon</sc> awaits! Let's go! I'll be seeing you later!"''


'''[[Mr. Pokémon]]'s house'''
===Pokémon Snap===
:''"Aha! So you're <player>! I'm <sc>Oak</sc>! A <sc>Pokémon</sc> researcher. I was just visiting my old friend <sc>Mr.Pokémon</sc>. I heard you were running an errand for <sc>Prof.Elm</sc>, so I waited here. Oh! What's this? A rare <sc>Pokémon</sc>! Let's see… Hm, I see! I understand why <sc>Prof.Elm</sc> gave you a <sc>Pokémon</sc> for this errand. To researchers like <sc>Prof.Elm</sc> and I, <sc>Pokémon</sc> are our friends. He saw that you would treat your <sc>Pokémon</sc> with love and care. …Ah! You seem to be dependable. How would you like to help me out? See? This is the latest version of <sc>Pokédex</sc>. It automatically records data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> you've seen or caught. It's a hi-tech encyclopedia! Go meet many kinds of <sc>Pokémon</sc> and complete that <sc>Pokédex</sc>! But I've stayed too long. I have to get to <sc>Goldenrod</sc> for my usual radio show. <player>, I'm counting on you!"''
[[File:Snap Professor Oak.png|thumb|200px|Professor Oak in Pokémon Snap]]
Professor Oak also is one of the two human characters that appear in [[Pokémon Snap]]. In order to complete his [[Pokémon Report]] on the denizens of [[Pokémon Island]], he hires {{Todd}} to take pictures for the report. He provides Todd with the [[ZERO-ONE]] and its [[Dash Engine]] upgrade, [[Pokémon food]], [[Pester Ball]]s, and a [[Poké Flute]]. When Todd takes a picture of each of the [[Pokémon sign]]s, Professor Oak is able to drawn a connection between them and the {{pkmn|constellation}}s to determine that {{p|Mew}} must be on [[Rainbow Cloud]].


'''[[Indigo Plateau]]'''
===Puzzle series===
:''"Ah, <player>! It's been a long while. You certainly look more mature{{sup/2|GS}}/impressive{{sup/2|C}}. Your conquest of the <sc>League</sc> is just fantastic! Your dedication, trust and love for your <sc>Pokémon</sc> made this happen. Your Pokémon were outstanding too! Because they believed in you as a trainer, they persevered. Congratulations, <player>!"''
In [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]], Professor Oak appears at the main menu and some other screens at the beginning of the game, explaining the available options to the player. He also talks to the player at various points in the "Puzzle" section, which consists of various rounds with puzzles.


'''[[Oak's Lab]]'''
At the beginning of [[Pokémon Puzzle League]], there is a short animated introduction where [[Ash Ketchum]] receives a phone call from Professor Oak, telling him that he has been selected as a challenger of the Puzzle League Tournament at [[Puzzle League]]. In Prof. Oak's Labs at the Puzzle Village, Professor Oak explains how to play this game.
:''"{{tt|Ah, <player>! It's good of you to come all this way to <sc>Kanto</sc>. What do you think of the trainers out here? Pretty tough, huh?|First time only}}"
* Player has no Kanto Gym Badges
:''"Hmm? You're not collecting <sc>Kanto Gym Badges</sc>? The <sc>Gym Leaders</sc> in <sc>Kanto</sc> are as tough as any you battled in <sc>Johto</sc>. I recommend that you challenge them."
* Player has at least one Kanto Gym Badge
:''"Ah, you're collecting <sc>Kanto Gym Badges</sc>. I imagine it's hard, but the experience is sure to help you. Come see me when you get them all. I'll have a gift for you. Keep trying hard, <player>!"
* Player has all Kanto Gym Badges
:''"Wow! That's excellent! You collected the <sc>Badges</sc> of <sc>Gyms</sc> in <sc>Kanto</sc>. Well done! I was right in my assessment of you. Tell you what, <player>. I'll make arrangements so that you can go to <sc>[[Mt. Silver]]</sc>. <sc>Mt. Silver</sc> is a big mountain that is home to many wild <sc>Pokémon</sc>. It's too dangerous for your average trainer, so it's off limits. But we can make an exception in your case, <player>. Go up to <sc>[[Indigo Plateau]]</sc>. You can reach <sc>Mt. Silver</sc> from there."
How is your <sc>Pokédex</sc> coming? Let's see… <br/>Current <sc>Pokédex</sc> completion level: <br/><Pokémon seen> <sc>Pokémon</sc> seen<br/> <Pokémon owned> <sc>Pokémon</sc> owned <br/> <sc>Prof.Oak</sc>'s Rating: <pokédex evaluation text> If you're in the area, I hope you come visit again.


=====Pokédex evaluation=====
===Play It! series===
'''Note''': {{p|Mew}} and {{p|Celebi}} count towards the evaluation.
In [[Pokémon Play It!]] and [[Pokémon Play It! Version 2]], the player is able to receive two certificates signed by Professor Oak; each certificate is awarded for answering a separate set of 10 questions correctly.
* Fewer than 10 Pokémon:
:''"Look for <sc>Pokémon</sc> in grassy areas!"''
* 10-19 Pokémon:
:''"Good. I see you understand how to use <sc>Poké Balls</sc>."''
* 20-34 Pokémon:
:''"You're getting good at this. But you have a long way to go."''
* 35-49 Pokémon:
:''"You need to fill up the <sc>Pokédex</sc>. Catch different kinds of <sc>Pokémon</sc>!"''
* 50-64 Pokémon:
:''"You're trying--I can see that. Your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is coming together."''
* 65-80 Pokémon:
:''"To evolve, some <sc>Pokémon</sc> grow, others use the effects of <sc>Stones</sc>."''
* 80-94 Pokémon:
:''"Have you gotten a fishing <sc>Rod</sc>? You can catch <sc>Pokémon</sc> by fishing."''
* 95-109 Pokémon:
:''"Excellent! You seem to like collecting things!"''
* 110-124 Pokémon:
:''"Some <sc>Pokémon</sc> only appear during certain times of the day."''
* 125-139 Pokémon:
:''"Your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is filling up. Keep up the good work!"''
* 140-154 Pokémon:
:''"I'm impressed. You're evolving <sc>Pokémon</sc>, not just catching them."''
* 155-169 Pokémon:
:''"Have you met <sc>[[Kurt]]</sc>? His custom <sc>Poké Balls</sc> should help."''
* 170-184 Pokémon:
:''"Wow. You've found more <sc>Pokémon</sc> than the last <sc>Pokédex</sc> research project."''
* 185-199 Pokémon:
:''"Are you trading your <sc>Pokémon</sc>? It's tough to do this alone!"''
* 200-214 Pokémon:
:''"Wow! You've hit 200! Your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is looking great!"''
* 215-229 Pokémon:
:''"You've found so many <sc>Pokémon</sc>! You've really helped my studies!"''
* 230-244 Pokémon:
:''"Magnificent! You could become a <sc>Pokémon</sc> professor right now!"''
* 245-249 Pokémon:
:''"Your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is amazing! You're ready to turn professional!"''
* 250-251 Pokémon:
:''"Whoa! A perfect <sc>Pokédex</sc>! I've dreamt about this! Congratulations!"''


====FireRed and LeafGreen====
In both games, as seen in the option about "The playing field" in the {{OBP|Help|Play It!}} section, {{OBP|Julie|Play It!}} says that she was in the middle of a Pokémon TCG match with Professor Oak but he had to leave.
'''Intro'''
:''"Hello, there! Glad to meet you! Welcome to the world of <sc>Pokémon</sc>! My name is <sc>Oak</sc>. People affectionately refer to me as the <sc>Pokémon Professor</sc>. This world… …is inhabited far and wide by creatures called <sc>Pokémon</sc>! For some people, <sc>Pokémon</sc> are pets. Other use them for battling. As for myself… I study <sc>Pokémon</sc> as a profession. But first, tell me a little about yourself. Now tell me. Are you a boy? Or are you a girl? Let's begin with your name. What is it? Right… So your name is <player>. This is my grandson. He's been your rival since you both were babies. …Erm, what was his name now? …Er, was it <rival>? That's right! I remember now! His name is <rival>! <player>! Your own very <sc>Pokémon</sc> legend is about to unfold! A world of dreams and adventures with <sc>Pokémon</sc> awaits! Let's go!"''


'''[[Pallet Town]]'''
===PokéROM===
* While trying to get into tall grass:
Professor Oak is the narrator of [[PokéROM]], voiced by [[Stuart Zagnit]], his voice actor in the anime at the time.
:''"Hey! Wait! Don't go out! It's unsafe! Wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> live in tall grass! You need your own <sc>Pokémon</sc> for your protection. I know! Here, come with me!"''
* After resuming game after beating rival before receiving National Pokédex, if the Sevii sidequest is not done:
:''"Ah, <player>! You seem to be enjoying traveling. Knowing you, <player>, I can easily imagine you going out to even more exotic locales. Good for you, good for you. Hohoho."''
* After resuming game after beating rival before receiving National Pokédex, if the Sevii sidequest is done with fewer than 60 Pokémon owned:
:''"Ah, <player>! You're back, are you? How much have you filled in your <sc>Pokédex?</sc> May I see it? Let's see… You've caught <number of owned Pokémon>… Hm, it looks as if you're putting in an honest effort. When you manage to fill it some more, come show me, please."''
* After resuming game after beating rival before receiving National Pokédex, if the Sevii sidequest is done with 60 or more Pokémon owned:
:''"Ah, <player>! You're back, are you? How much have you filled in your <sc>Pokédex?</sc> May I see it? Let's see… You've caught… <number of owned Pokémon>!? Now, this is impressive! There's something I wanted to ask of you, <player>. Come. Follow me.


'''[[Oak's Lab]]'''
===Pokémon Channel===
*'''Battle'''
[[File:Prof. Oak Report.png|thumb|200px|Professor Oak Pokémon Channel]]
::''"Oh, for Pete's sake… So pushy, as always. <player>. You've never had a <sc>Pokémon</sc> battle before, have you? A <sc>Pokémon</sc> battle is when <sc>Trainers</sc> pit their <sc>Pokémon</sc> against each other. The <sc>Trainer</sc> that makes the other <sc>Trainer</sc>'s <sc>Pokémon</sc> faint by lowering their HP to ‌“0,” wins. But rather than talking about it, you'll learn more from experience. Try battling and see for yourself."''
In [[Pokémon Channel]], Professor Oak launches the titular Pokémon Channel, and tuning into the "Oak's Report" channel allows the player to save their game.
:* Damaging move used for first time:
::''"Inflicting damage on the foe is the key to any battle."''
:* Stat-lowering move used for the first time:
::''"Lowering the foe's stats will put you at an advantage."''
:* Party screen is shown for first time (via either Pokémon button or using Potion):
::''"It's important to get know your <sc>Pokémon</sc> thoroughly. This is a list of your <sc>Pokémon</sc>, <player>. Open this to check the skills and moves of your <sc>Pokémon</sc>. You also choose <sc>Pokémon</sc> here if you want to use an item on one."''
:* Pokémon is healed via Potion:
::''"Keep your eyes on your <sc>Pokémon</sc>'s HP. It will faint if the HP drops to “0.”
:* If player tries to run:
::''"No! There's no running away from a <sc>Trainer Pokémon</sc> battle!"''
:* Battle is won:
::''"Hm! Excellent! If you win, you earn prize money, and your <sc>Pokémon</sc> will grow! Battle other <sc>Trainers</sc> and make your <sc>Pokémon</sc> strong!"''
:* Battle is lost:
::''"Hm! How disappointing… If you win, you earn prize money, and your <sc>Pokémon</sc> will grow. But if you lose, <player>, you end up paying prize money… However, since you had no warning this time, I'll pay for you. But things won't be this way once you step outside these doors. That's why you must strengthen your <sc>Pokémon</sc> by battling wild <sc>Pokémon</sc>. "''


*'''Overworld'''
===Pokémon GO===
:* After getting dragged into lab:
In [[Pokémon GO]], it is mentioned that he was [[Professor Willow]]'s mentor.<ref>[https://twitter.com/PokemonGoApp/status/988821137391013888 #ProfessorWillowWeek Fact #1 on Twitter]</ref>
::''"<rival>? Let me think… Oh, that's right, I told you to come! Just wait! Here, <player>! There are three <sc>Pokémon</sc> here. Haha! The <sc>Pokémon</sc> are held inside these <sc>Poké Balls</sc>. When I was young, I was a serious <sc>Pokémon Trainer</sc>. But now, in my old age, I have only these three left. You can have one. Go on, choose!
::''Be patient! <rival>. You can have one, too!"''
:* Before choosing starter:
::''"Now, <player>. Inside those three <sc>Poké Balls</sc> are <sc>Pokémon</sc>. Which one will you choose for yourself?"''
:* If player tries to go away before choosing starter:
::''"Hey! Don't go away yet!"''
:* When choosing Bulbasaur:
::''"I see! <sc>Bulbasaur</sc> is your choice. It's very easy to raise. So, <player>, you want to go with the <sc>Grass Pokémon Bulbasaur</sc>?
:* When choosing Squirtle:
::''"Hm! <sc>Squirtle</sc> is your choice. It's one worth raising. So, <player>, you've decided on the <sc>Water Pokémon Squirtle</sc>?
:* When choosing Charmander:
::''"Ah! <sc>Charmander</sc> is your choice. You should raise it patiently. So, <player>, you're claiming the <sc>Fire Pokémon Charmander</sc>?
:* After choosing starter:
::''"This <sc>Pokémon</sc> is really quite energetic!"''
:* Before battling rival:
::''"If a wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> appears, your <sc>Pokémon</sc> can battle it. With it at your side, you should be able to reach the next town.''"
:* If talked to after battling rival:
::''"<player>, raise your young <sc>Pokémon</sc> by making it battle. It has to battle for it to grow."''
:* After receiving Oak's Parcel:
::''"Oh, <player>! How is my old <sc>Pokémon</sc>? Well, it seems to be growing more attached to you. You must be talented as a <sc>Pokémon Trainer</sc>. What's that? You have something for me? Ah! It's the custom <sc>Poké Ball</sc>! I had it on order. Thank you!
::''"Oh, right! I have a request for you two. On the desk there is my invention, the <sc>Pokédex</sc>! It automatically records data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> you've seen or caught. It's a high-tech encyclopedia! <player> and <rival>. Take these with you. You can't get detailed data on <sc>Pokémon</sc> by just seeing them. You must catch them to obtain complete data. So, here are some tools for catching wild <sc>Pokémon</sc>. When a wild <sc>Pokémon</sc> appears, it's fair game. Just throw a <sc>Poké Ball</sc> at it and try to catch it! This won't always work, however. A healthy <sc>Pokémon</sc> can escape. You have to be lucky! To make a complete guide on all the <sc>Pokémon</sc> in the world… That was my dream! But, I'm too old! I can't get the job done. So, I want you two to fulfill my dream for me. Get moving, you two. This is a great undertaking in <sc>Pokémon</sc> history!
:* When receiving National Pokédex:
::''"{{tt|Ah, now this is excellent! <player>, I have another important favor to ask of you. I need you to listen closely|If talked to instead of beating game with 60 Pokémon owned}}. Recently there have been sightings of many rare <sc>Pokémon</sc> species. I'm talking about <sc>Pokémon</sc> that have never been seen in <sc>Kanto</sc>. I would love to go see things for myself, but I'm much too old. Since I can't do it, <player>, I'd like you to go in my place.
::''"I know, I know. Of course I need your help, too. Now, I need to see both your <sc>Pokédexes</sc>. … … … … … … … … … … … … …And that's done! Now these units can record data on a lot more <sc>Pokémon</sc>. Now, <player> and <rival>! This time, you must really must work towards filling your <sc>Pokédexes</sc>. I urge you to make them the best and the most complete of all time! Truly, this is a monumentally great undertaking in <sc>Pokémon</sc> history!
:* If talked again before leaving after getting National Pokédex:
::''"<sc>Pokémon</sc> around the world wait for you, <player>!
:* If talked again before leaving after completing National Pokédex:


'''[[Indigo Plateau]]'''
In the GO Web series, [[The Two Professors]], Willow contacts Oak to discuss the recent appearance of {{p|Ditto}} {{m|transform}}ed into an unrecognizable Pokémon. Oak is able to identify it as the [[Mythical Pokémon]], {{p|Meltan}}.
* After beating rival:
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:''"<player>! So, you've won! Sincerely, congratulations! You're the new <sc>Pokémon League Champion</sc>! You've grown up so much since you first left with <starter> to work on the <sc>Pokédex</sc>. <player>, you have come of age! <rival>… I'm disappointed in you. I came when I heard you'd beaten the <sc>Elite Four</sc>. But, when I got here, you had already lost! <rival>, do you understand why you lost? You have forgotten to treat your <sc>Pokémon</sc> with love and trust. Without them, you will never become a <sc>Champ</sc> again! <player>. You understand that your victory was not just your own doing. The bond you share with your <sc>Pokémon</sc> is marvelous. <player>! Come with me!"''
====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{kanto color light}}|bordercolor={{kanto color}}
|ja=若林 正 ''Tadashi Wakabayashi''
|en=Ben Diskin}}
-->


'''[[Hall of Fame]]'''
===[[Pokémon Masters EX]]===
:''Er-hem! Congratulations, <player>! This floor is the <sc>Pokémon Hall of Fame</sc>. <sc>Pokémon League Champions</sc> are honored for their exploits here. Their <sc>Pokémon</sc> are also recorded in the <sc>Hall of Fame</sc>. <player>! You have worked hard to become the new <sc>League Champion</sc>. Congratulations, <player>, you and your <sc>Pokémon</sc> are <sc>Hall of Famers</sc>!
{{main|Professor Oak (Masters)}}
Professor Oak, in his {{game|FireRed and LeafGreen|s}} design, forms a [[sync pair]] with {{p|Mew}} in [[Pokémon Masters EX]]. Professor Oak became a playable sync pair on February 14, 2020.


=====Pokédex evaluation=====
Professor Oak first appeared as an NPC during the second chapter of [[PML Arc]]. He later made a notable appearance in one of the game's Main Stories, the [[Villain Arc]].
* Pokédex evaluation
:''"Good to see you! How is your <sc>Pokédex</sc> coming along? Here, let me take a look. Let's see… The amount of progress you've made on your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is: <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> seen and <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> owned. <sc>Prof. Oak's</sc> rating: <Pokédex evaluation quote> {{tt|And your <sc>National Pokédex</sc> is: <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> seen and <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> owned. <National Pokédex evaluation quote>|After acquiring National Pokédex}}"''
* Pokédex evaluation (After showing Oak complete National Pokédex)
:''"Ah, welcome! Tell me, how is your <sc>Pokédex</sc> coming along? Wahaha! Actually, I know how it is, but I love seeing it anyway! Let's see… The amount of progress you've made on your <sc>Pokédex</sc> is: <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> seen and <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> owned. <sc>Prof. Oak's</sc> rating: <Pokédex evaluation quote> And your <sc>National Pokédex</sc> is: <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> seen and <number> <sc>Pokémon</sc> owned. <National Pokédex evaluation quote>"''


* Fewer than 10 Pokémon owned
{{PairDex/h|Kanto}}
:''"You still have lots to do. Go into every patch of grass you see and look for <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>!"''
{{PairDex|082|Professor Oak|trainerlink=Professor Oak (Masters)#Mew (Pre-Sync Move → Post-Sync Move)|trainerimg=Oak|0151|Mew|Psychic|Bug|Tech|3|Log-in from February 14 to March 16, 2020<br>and from August 28, 2020 indefinitely}}
* 10-19 Pokémon
|}
:''"It looks as if you're getting on the right track! I've given one of my <sc>Aides</sc> a <sc>Flash HM</sc>. Make sure you go get it!"''
* 20-29 Pokémon
:''"Your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> could use a bit more volume still! Try to catch other species of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>!"''
* 30-39 Pokémon
:''"Good, it's apparent that you're trying hard! I've given one of my <sc>Aides</sc> an <sc>Itemfinder</sc>. Be sure to collect it!"''
* 40-49 Pokémon
:''"Your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> is coming along quite well! I've given one of my <sc>Aides</sc> an <sc>Amulet Coin</sc>. Be sure to get it!"''
* 50-59 Pokémon
:''"Ah, you've finally topped 50 species! I've given one of my <sc>Aides</sc> an <sc>Exp. Share</sc>. Be sure to go get it!"''
* 60-69 Pokémon
:''"Hoho! This is turning into quite the respectable <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc>!"''
* 70-79 Pokémon
:''"Very good! I think you'll collect even more <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc> by going fishing!"''
* 80-89 Pokémon
:''"Wonderful! Let me guess... You like to collect things, don't you?"''
* 90-99 Pokémon
:''"I'm impressed! That must have been difficult to do!"''
* 100-109 Pokémon
:''"You've finally hit 100 species! I can't believe how good you are!"''
* 110-119 Pokémon
:''"You even have the evolved forms of <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon</sc>! Super!"''
* 120-129 Pokémon
:''"Excellent! Trade with friends to get some more!"''
* 130-139 Pokémon
:''"Outstanding! You've become a real pro at this!"''
* 140-150 Pokémon (at least one Pokémon other than {{p|Mew}} missing)
:''"I have nothing left to say! You're the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>mon Professor</sc> now!"''
* 150-151 Pokémon (all non-event Pokémon caught)
:''"Your <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc> is entirely complete! Congratulations!!"''
* National Pokédex, not complete:
:''"I'll be looking forward to seeing you fill the <sc>National Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc>!"''
* National Pokédex, complete:
:''"Finally… You've finally completed the <sc>Pok</sc>é<sc>dex</sc>! It's magnificent! Truly, this is a fantastic feat! Wroooooooaaaaaarrrr! Thank you, <player>! Sincerely, thank you! You've made my dream a reality!"''


====Diamond, Pearl and Platinum====
==Gallery==
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===Artwork===
=====Pokédex evaluation=====
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*'''Note''': Oak evaluates only the National Pokédex.
:''"Hmhm... You've caught <number> so far... <evaluation quote>"''
*Fewer than 40 Pokémon
:''"They say there are at least 400 species of Pokémon nationwide. If you're planning to catch them all, you'd better be a committed Trainer."''
*40-59 Pokémon
:''"Hm! Little by little, you're filling the Pokédex with complete data on Pokémon you've gotten. Keep up the good work!"''
*60-89 Pokémon
:''"Here's a tip on catching Pokémon in the wild. Minimize their HP before you throw your Poké Ball to catch 'em."''{{sup/4|DP}}
:''"Here's a tip on catching Pokémon in the wild. Minimize their HP before you throw your Poké Ball to catch them."''{{sup/4|Pt}}
*90-119 Pokémon
:''"Remember: If you can't catch them, you can always trade for them. As soon as you trade, the Pokémon's data is added to the Pokédex. That's why you should seek out as many trades as possible."''
*120-149 Pokémon
:''"Have you visited the Great Marsh? Some Pokémon only appear in places such as that."''
*150-189 Pokémon
:''"As you know, there are Pokémon that eventually evolve. That's an important thing to consider when you're filling your Pokédex."''
*190-229 Pokémon
:''"You've proven yourself capable. There's nothing to worry about. Keep catching Pokémon the way you've been doing so far."''
*230-269 Pokémon
:''"Are you aware that there is more than one style of evolution? There are some Pokémon that evolve by becoming friends with the Trainer."''
*270-309 Pokémon
:''"Apparently, there are some Pokémon that appear in swarms on occasion. Don't miss out on these massive outbreaks of Pokémon!"''
*310-349 Pokémon
:''"Amazing! You've already gotten over 300 Pokémon! That's already a major achievement, but I know you're capable of more!"''
*350-379 Pokémon
:''"Some wild Pokémon only appear during certain times of the day. You'll need to look for Pokémon around the clock."''
*380-409 Pokémon
:''"I've been getting reports of different Pokémon sightings. By different, I mean Pokémon that aren't native to the Sinnoh region. You should perhaps go back to areas you've already scoured. You may end up seeing Pokémon that weren't there before."''
*410-429 Pokémon
:''"<player>, have you visited the Pal Park recently? There still may be Pokémon that are rarely seen in Sinnoh."''
*430-449 Pokémon
:''"Hm! Your Pokédex is getting closer to completion. Have you ever considered a career as a Pokémon professor?"''
*450-459 Pokémon
:''"Hmm... You've caught quite the impressive collection of Pokémon. You've obviously had to employ many means to seek them all out. Keep an eye out for rustling tall grass and search it thoroughly."''{{sup/4|DP}}
:''"Hmm... You've caught quite the impressive collection of Pokémon. You've obviously had to employ many means to seek them all out."''{{sup/4|Pt}}
*460-469 Pokémon
:''"I can only marvel at the diversity of Pokémon. I'm still very much in awe of them."''
*470-475 Pokémon
:''"Good, good, you're getting close to completing the Pokédex. I'm looking forward to seeing its completion. When that happens, your views about Pokémon will likely have changed!"''
*476-492 Pokémon (missing a non-[[event Pokémon]]{{tt|*|Lugia, Ho-Oh and Phione are counted as an event Pokémon}})
:''"Hmm... You are so very close to completing your Pokédex. Think about what's missing. Recall what you've overlooked. You're so close--please finish the Pokédex!"''
*482-493 Pokémon (all non-event Pokémon)
:''"<player>! You've finally done it! You've finally completed the National Pokédex! This is better than meeting any exotic Pokémon for the first time! I feel blessed to have become friends with a Trainer like you! Sincerely, I thank you from the bottom of my heart!"''
 
====HeartGold and SoulSilver====
{{incomplete|section|needs=All of his other quotes throughout the game.}}
'''Intro'''
*If time is from 0:00AM to 3:59AM
:''"...... Yaaaaaaawn... ... Huh? A guest? At this hour?"''
*If time is from 4:00AM to 10:59AM
:''"...... Yaaaaaaawn... ... Huh? It's already become so bright outside!"''
*If time is from 11:00AM to 3:59PM
:''"...... Yaaaaawn... ... Huh? What?! Is it already that late!? Oh no! I overslept!"'' <!--- yes, it has 5 As here, but 7 in the two above !--->
*If time is from 4:00PM to 6:59PM
:''"...... Hmm. Looks like the sun is descending in the sky... ...So this would be what is called "twilight," wouldn't be it?"''
*If time is from 7:00PM to 11:59PM
:''"...... Hmm... Interesting... ... Huh? Oh! Excuse me, sorry! I was just reading this book here."''
The rest is as follows
:''"Sorry to keep you waiting! Welcome to the world of Pokémon! My name is Professor Oak. But everyone calls me the Pokémon Professor. Before we go any further, I'd like to tell you a few things you should know about this world! This world is widely inhabited by creatures known as Pokémon. We humans live alongside Pokémon as friends. At times we play together, and at other times we work together. Some people use their Pokémon to battle and develop closer bonds with them. Now, why don't you tell me a little bit about yourself? Are you a boy? Or are you a girl? Won't you please tell me?"''
:''"So, you're a boy/girl then?"''
:''"Please tell me your name."''
:''"Your name is <name>?"''
:''"<Player>! Are you ready? Your very own tale of grand adventure is about to unfold. Fun experiences, difficult experiences, there's so much waiting for you! Dreams! Adventure! Let's go to the world of Pokémon! I'll see you later!"''
 
'''Mr. Pokémon's house'''
:''"And with that... I'm Professor Oak, a Pokémon researcher! So you're <player>! I was just visiting my friend Mr. Pokémon. I heard you were running an errand for Professor Elm, so I waited here. Oh! What's this? A rare Pokémon! I see! You must be helping Professor Elm's research! I think I understand why Professor Elm gave you that Pokémon. You will treat your Pokémon with love and care, it seems. ...Ah! You seem to be dependable. How would you like to help me out? See? This is the latest version of the Pokédex. It automatically records data on Pokémon you've seen or caught. It's a high-tech encyclopedia! I'd like you to have it. Go meet many kinds of Pokémon and complete that Pokédex! But I've stayed too long. I have to get to Goldenrod for my usual radio show. <player>, I have a feeling that is not the last time we'll meet... Let's exchange numbers just to be on the safe side."''
 
'''Pallet Town'''
*'''Choosing Kanto Starter'''
:* If spoken to again after having been offered a Kanto starter, but before choosing one
::''"You don't see them very often in Kanto. Choose one and it'll be yours! ...Go ahead!"''
 
:* When checking the Charmander Poké Ball
::''"So, you're claiming the Fire Pokémon <sc>Charmander</sc>?"''
 
:* When checking the Squirtle Poké Ball
::''"So, you've decided on the Water Pokémon <sc>Squirtle</sc>?"''
 
:* When checking the Bulbasaur Poké Ball
::''"So, you want to go with the Grass Pokémon <sc>Bulbasaur</sc>?"''
 
:* When declining any starter
::''"No need to hurry. Take your time."''
 
:* Upon choosing starter
::''"This Pokémon is really energetic!"''
 
:* After starter has been added to party
::''"If a wild Pokémon appears, your Pokémon can battle it. With it at your side, you should be able to reach the next town... What am I saying? You already know all this! Hahaha!"''
 
*'''Embedded Tower Legendaries'''
:* If spoken to while {{p|Kyogre}}{{sup/4|HG}}/{{p|Groudon}}{{sup/4|SS}} is in the player's party
::''Oh, <player>! What brought you here?''
::''The legendary Pokémon that appear in the Hoenn myth?''
::''You must be talking about Kyogre and Groudon!''
::''The [[Embedded Tower]] is probably the ruins that has something to do with the Hoenn myth. If so, the other one must be around.''
::''Kyogre and Groudon are said to have shaped the seas and lands!''
::''Where those two are, the other Pokémon is said to appear as well... All this is quite possible!''
::''It's not hard to imagine that the Red Orb{{sup/4|HG}}/Blue Orb{{sup/4|SS}} will make Groudon{{sup/4|HG}}/Kyogre{{sup/4|SS}} appear at the Embedded Tower...
::''However, according to Mr. Pokémon, Groudon{{sup/4|HG}}/Kyogre{{sup/4|SS}} does not show itself to Trainers with golden hearts{{sup/4|HG}}/shining-silver spirits{{sup/4|SS}}, but only to those with shining-silver spirits{{sup/4|HG}}/golden hearts{{sup/4|SS}}.''
::''It may be difficult for you alone to accomplish this, <player>.''
::''But if you manage to obtain a Groudon{{sup/4|HG}}/Kyogre{{sup/4|SS}} that came from the Embedded Tower, please do come and show me both legendary Pokémon!''
::''I will then share with you the rest of the Hoenn myth!''
 
:* If spoken to while both Groudon and Kyogre from the Embedded Tower are in the player's party
::''You did it, <player>! You caught both Kyogre and Groudon! OK! I would like to entrust this to you!''
::''It resembles the Orb you received from Mr. Pokémon, doesn't it?'
::''It is called the Jade Orb. It has something to do with {{p|Rayquaza}}.''
::''Legend has it that the battle between Groudon and Kyogre shaped the lands and seas of Hoenn.''
::''Volcanic eruptions and giant waves are said to have completely changed the shape of the land there.''
::''But then Rayquaza came down to halt the battle.''
::''It is a Pokémon that rules the skies!''
::''If the Embedded Tower is related to Kyogre and Groudon, then going there with that Jade Orb will surely make something happen.''
 
:* If spoken to while Rayquaza is in the player's party
::''You have successfully caught Rayquaza!''
::''The strong power of the [[Jade Orb]] must have attracted Rayquaza there!''
::''Pokémon are sometimes greatly attracted by certain Orbs and Stones. No one knows why.''
::''Perhaps memories from ancient times... when this planet was born... and Pokémon, also... are making Pokémon behave that way.''
 
'''Indigo Plateau'''
* After beating [[Lance]]
:''"Ah, <player>! It's been a long while. You certainly look more impressive. Your conquest of the League is just fantastic! Your dedication, love, and trust for your Pokémon made this happen. Your Pokémon were outstanding, too. Because they believed in you as a Trainer, you persevered. Congratulations, <player>!"''
 
'''Professor Oak's Laboratory'''
* Upon first meeting
:''"Ah, <player>! It's good of you to come all this way to Kanto. What do you think of the Trainers out here? Pretty tough, huh?"''
* If the player has obtained no Kanto [[Badge|Gym Badges]]
:''"Hmm? You're not collecting Kanto Gym Badges? The Gym Leaders in Kanto are as tough as any you battled in Johto. I recommend that you challenge them. So, how's your Pokédex coming along?"''
* If the player has started to collect Kanto Gym Badges
:''"Ah, you're collecting Kanto Gym Badges. I imagine that it's hard, but the experience will surely help you. Come see me when you get them all. I'll have a gift for you. Keep it up, <player>! So how's your Pokédex coming along?"''
* Via Pokégear while inside Professor Oak's Laboratory
:''"Hello, this is Professor Oak... Hmm... It's strange. I know your voice, <player>, but somehow hearing it over the phone makes it sound so different."''
 
=====Pokédex evaluation=====
<!---Note that the notes on messages after completing Pokédex were checked only via Pokégear!--->
* Via Pokégear
:''"Hello, this is Professor Oak... Oh, hello, <player>! So, how's your Pokédex coming along?"''
:Quit
::''"Show me your Pokédex again anytime!"''
:Evaluate
::''"Hmm, let's see... You've seen <number> Pokémon, and you've caught <number> Pokémon! I see! <evaluation quote> Show me your Pokédex again anytime!"''
'''Johto Pokédex'''
*0-9
:''"Look for Pokémon in [[Tall grass|grassy areas]]!"''
*10-19
:''"Good. I see you understand how to use Poké Balls."''
*20-34
:''"You're getting good at this. But you have a long way to go."''
*35-49
:''"Hmm, you're catching Pokémon at a decent pace!"''
*50-64
:''"You're trying--I can see that. Your Pokédex is coming together."''
*65-79
:''"You're training them well. You know some Pokémon don't evolve just by battling with others, right?"
*80-94
:''"Do you have a Fishing Rod? There are some Pokémon that can only be found by [[fishing]]!"''
*95-109
:''"Excellent! You seem to be good at collecting things!"''
*110-124
:''"Some Pokémon only appear during [[Time|certain times of the day]]."''
*125-139
:''"Your Pokédex is really filling up. Keep up the good work!"''
*140-154
:''"I'm impressed. You're [[Evolution|evolving]] Pokémon, not just catching them."''
*155-169
:''"If you can learn how to use the custom Poké Balls made by Kurt effectively, you'll be able to catch Pokémon better!"''
*170-184
:''"When you [[trade]] Pokémon, you can also trade information. Your friends can really help you!"''
*185-199
:''"Are you trading your Pokémon? It's tough to do this alone!"''
*200-214
:''"Wow! You've reached 200! Your Pokédex is looking great!"''
*215-229
:''"You've found so many Pokémon! You've really helped my studies!"''
*230-244
:''"Magnificent! You have the ability to become a great Pokémon Professor someday!"''
*245-255 (at least one non-event Pokémon missing)
:''"Your Pokédex is amazing! You're ready to turn professional!"''
*'''Johto Pokedex is complete''' (254-256; all non-event Pokémon caught)
:''Wow!''
:''That is a complete Johto Pokédex!''
:''Thanks to you, <player>, the Johto Pokédex is complete!''
:''Wow…''
:''You've done an incredible job!''
*'''If Johto Pokédex is already complete''' (pre-National){{tt|*|If player calls Prof. Oak before National is acquired with Johto Pokédex complete, this is the message he'll display instead of the regular one, preventing from evaluation; post-National the option for Johto Pokédex will disappear after evaluating a complete Pokédex and the message can't be seen.}}
:''"Really, you've surprised me! But just as I expected, you've completed the Johto Pokédex. I am so grateful! If you've got much determination, then even more exciting adventures await you in the world of Pokémon!"''
 
'''National Pokédex'''
*0-100
:''"The goal may be far away, but don't give up yet! Keep going!"''
*101-150
:''"Don't forget, some Pokémon only appear at certain times of the day!"''
*151-200
:''"If {{m|Rock Smash|you break rocks}}, some Pokémon that were hiding there might come jumping out!"''
*201-250
:''"That's wonderful you've been able to gather this many Pokémon! The path ahead is long. Keep up the great work!"''
*251-300
:''"If you {{m|Headbutt}} a tree, sometimes a Pokémon might fall out!"''
*301-350
:''"A lot of Pokémon not found in the Johto region like to congregate at the {{Safari|Johto}}."''
*351-400
:''"[[Pokémon Music Channel|Music on the radio]] might also entice Pokémon to leap out!"''
*401-435
:''"Wow, you've gotten so far...! I'm actually a little surprised!"''
*436-465
:''"This is a critical moment! You can't become discouraged!"''
*466-475
:''"Just a little more! I've got high expectations for you!"''
*476-492 (at least one non-event Pokémon is missing{{tt|*|Phione is counted as an event Pokémon}})
:''"I have never before in all my years seen such an incredible Trainer!"''
* '''National Pokédex complete''' (484-493; all non-event Pokémon caught)
:''Excellent!''
:''That is an amazing National Pokédex!''
:''Wow…''
:''You've lived up to my expectations wonderfully!''
:''No, you've exceeded them, <player>. You've become an amazing Trainer!''
:''Thank you, <player>!''
 
* '''After completing both the Johto and National Pokédex'''{{tt|*|Once player completes the Pokédex, this is the only message that will appear}}
:''You have truly surprised me!''
:''You've more than exceeded my expectations. You've gone far past them in completing the National Pokédex!''
:''I'm speechless…!''
:''Because of this, the world of Pokémon and Trainers is more vast, deeper, and more abundant!''
:''Now there will be no end to Pokémon research!''
 
==Artwork==
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Red Green Prof Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Red Green Prof Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Gold Silver Professor Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Gold Silver Professor Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:FireRed LeafGreen Professor Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:FireRed LeafGreen Professor Oak.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Professor Oak PO.png|x250px]]
| style="{{roundy|2px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Professor Oak LGPE concept art.jpg|x250px]]
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| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|000|Red and Blue}}
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|000|Red and Blue}} by {{Colorlink|Ken Sugimori|000}}<ref>[[a:File:ProfessorOakBaseSet88.jpg|Professor Oak (Base Set 88)]]</ref>
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|000|Gold and Silver}}
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Gold and Silver Versions|000|Gold and Silver}}
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|000|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|000|FireRed and LeafGreen}} by {{Colorlink|Ken Sugimori|000}}<ref>[[a:File:ProfessorOakNewTheoryHeartGoldSoulSilver101.jpg|Professor Oak's New Theory (HeartGold & SoulSilver 101)]]</ref>
| Official artwork from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Origins|000}}
| Settei from<br>{{Color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
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===Sprites===
===Sprites and models===
====In the core series====
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr RG Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr RG Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr Y Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr Y Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr GS SW97 Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr GS Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr GS Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:FRLG Professor Oak Portrait.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr FRLG Oak Beta.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Spr HGSS Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Oak PE OD.png|120px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Oak PE OD.png|120px]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border:2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background:#{{Kanto color light}}; width:80px"| [[File:Professor Oak BDSP OD.png|100px]]
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| Intro sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|000|Red and Blue}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Red and Blue Versions|Red and Blue}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Yellow Version|000|Yellow}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Generation II|000}}
| Prototype sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Gold and Silver Spaceworld '97 demo|Spaceworld '97 demo}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Generation III|000|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|000|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld model from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|000|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
| {{Colorlink|Fame Checker|000}} sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Beta {{color2|000|Fame Checker}} sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation III|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Intro sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver Versions|HeartGold and SoulSilver}}
| Overworld model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!|Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!}}
| Overworld model from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl|Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl}}
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| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak I OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak I OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Y Oak Back.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Y Oak Back.png]]
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| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak II OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak II OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak III OD.png]]
| colspan=3 style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak III OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak OD.png]]
| style="{{roundy|80px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:69px"| [[File:Oak OD.png]]
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| Overworld sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Generation I|000}}
| Overworld sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation I}}
| Back sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon Yellow Version|000|Yellow}}
| Back sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Yellow Version|Yellow}}
| Overworld sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Generation II|000}}
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| Overworld sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|000|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation II}}
| Overworld sprite from<br>{{Colorlink|Generation IV|000}}
| colspan=3 | Overworld sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen Versions|FireRed and LeafGreen}}
| Overworld sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Generation IV}}
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==In spin-off games==
====In other games====
===In the Stadium series===
{{incomplete|section|needs=Sprites of Prof. Oak from the tutorial of Puzzle League, the intro of Snap, and Pokémon Lab in Stadium and Stadium 2.}}
In [[Pokémon Stadium (English)]] and [[Pokémon Stadium 2]], Professor Oak is the owner of the [[Professor Oak's Laboratory|Pokémon Laboratory]], which is available if the Stadium game is connected to one or more [[core series]] games via [[Transfer Pak]]. The laboratory contains various machines with features such as trading Pokémon between games, transferring items and Pokémon to and from the player's [[PC]], viewing the [[Pokédex]], etc. In both games, Professor Oak describes the machines in the laboratory.
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The Transfer Pak features were previously introduced in [[Pokémon Stadium (Japanese)]], but they were part of the menu at the beginning at the game and didn't involve Professor Oak or his laboratory.
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background:#{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Hey You Pikachu Oak.png|75px]]
 
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background:#{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Puzzle Challenge Oak.png]]
===In Hey You, Pikachu!===
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background:#{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG1 A39 Professor Oak.png]]
Professor Oak appears in [[Hey You, Pikachu!]], where he enlists the player to help test a translation device called the PokéHelper, using a wild {{p|Pikachu}} as the main research subject.
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border:2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background:#{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG2 A54 Professor Oak.png]]
 
|-
===In Pokémon Channel===
| Dialogue sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Hey You, Pikachu!}}
In [[Pokémon Channel]], Professor Oak launches the titular Pokémon Channel, and tuning into the "Oak's Report" channel allows the player to save their game.
| Menu sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Puzzle Challenge|Puzzle Challenge}}
 
| {{color2|000|Professor Oak (Base Set 88)|Professor Oak}} sprite<br/>from the {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (video game)|Trading Card Game}}
===In Pokémon GO===
| Professor Oak sprite<br/>from {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR!|Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!}}
In [[Pokémon GO]], it is mentioned that he was [[Professor Willow]]'s mentor.<ref>[https://twitter.com/PokemonGoApp/status/988821137391013888 #ProfessorWillowWeek Fact #1 on Twitter]</ref>
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In the GO Web series, '''The Two Professors''', Willow contacts Oak to discuss the recent appearance of {{p|Ditto}} {{m|transform}}ed into an unrecognizable Pokémon. Oak is able to identify it as the [[Mythical Pokémon]], {{p|Meltan}}.
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===In Pokémon Snap===
Professor Oak also is one of the two human characters that appears in [[Pokémon Snap]]. In order to complete his {{OBP|Pokémon Report|Pokémon Snap}} on the denizens of [[Pokémon Island]], he hires {{Todd}} to take pictures for the report. He provides Todd with the [[ZERO-ONE]] and its [[Dash Engine]] upgrade, [[Pokémon food]], [[Pester Ball]]s, and a [[Poké Flute]]. When Todd takes a picture of each of the [[Pokémon sign]]s, Professor Oak is able to drawn a connection between them and the {{pkmn|constellation}}s to determine that {{p|Mew}} must be on [[Rainbow Cloud]].
 
===In the Puzzle series===
In [[Pokémon Puzzle Challenge]], Professor Oak appears at the main menu and some other screens at the beginning of the game, explaining the available options to the player. He also talks to the player at various points in the "Puzzle" section, which consists of various rounds with puzzles.


At the beginning of [[Pokémon Puzzle League]], there is a short animated introduction where [[Ash Ketchum]] receives a phone call from Professor Oak, telling him that he has been selected as a challenger of the Puzzle League Tournament at [[Puzzle League]]. In the Prof. Oak's Labs at the Puzzle Village, Professor Oak explains how to play this game.
===Other images===
 
===In the Pokémon Trading Card Game series===
In {{ga|Pokémon Trading Card Game}} and [[Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!]], the {{OBP|Professor Oak|Base Set 88}} and the {{OBP|Imposter Professor Oak|Base Set 73}} cards are available. The latter game also includes the {{OBP|Imposter Oak's Revenge|Team Rocket 76}} card.
 
===Gallery===
{{incomplete|needs=Sprites of Prof. Oak from the tutorial of Puzzle League, the intro of Snap, and from Pokémon Laboratory in Stadium and Stadium 2.}}
{| style="margin:auto; text-align:center; {{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color}}; font-size:80%;"
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| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Hey You Pikachu Oak.png|75px]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Oak signature.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:Puzzle Challenge Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG1 A39 Professor Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG2 A54 Professor Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG1 D44 Impostor Professor Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG2 D52 Impostor Professor Oak.png]]
| style="{{roundy|20px}} border: 2px solid #{{Kanto color dark}}; background: #{{Kanto color light}}; width:96px; height:96px"| [[File:TCG2 H42 Impostor Oak Revenge.png]]
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| Dialogue sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Hey You, Pikachu!}}
| Professor Oak's signature<br/>from {{color2|000|Pokémon Play It!|Play It!}} and {{color2|000|Pokémon Play It! Version 2|Play It! 2}}
| Menu sprite from<br>{{color2|000|Pokémon Puzzle Challenge|Puzzle Challenge}}
| {{color2|000|Professor Oak (Base Set 88)|Professor Oak}} sprite<br/>from the {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|Trading Card Game}}
| Professor Oak sprite<br/>from {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!}}
| {{color2|000|Imposter Professor Oak (Base Set 73)|Imposter Professor Oak}} sprite<br/>from the {{color2|000|Pokémon Trading Card Game (game)|Trading Card Game}}
| Imposter Professor Oak sprite<br/>from {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!}}
| {{color2|000|Imposter Oak's Revenge (Team Rocket 76)|Imposter Oak's Revenge}} sprite<br/>from {{color2|000|Pokémon Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!|Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!}}
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==Quotes==
{{main|Professor Oak/Quotes}}


==In the anime==
==In the anime==
[[File:Professor Oak SM anime.png|250px|thumb|Professor Oak in the {{series|Sun & Moon}}]]
[[File:Professor Oak JN anime.png|250px|thumb|Professor Oak in ''[[Pokémon Journeys: The Series]]'']]
===In the main series===
===Main series===
{{main|Professor Oak (anime)}}
{{main|Professor Oak (anime)}}
Professor Oak appears semi-regularly in the [[Pokémon anime]] and gives [[Ash Ketchum]] useful information for his {{pkmn|journey}}.
Professor Oak appears semi-regularly in the [[Pokémon anime]], where he gives [[Ash Ketchum]] useful information for his {{pkmn|journey}}.
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[[File:Professor Oak Origins.png|250px|thumb|Professor in Pokémon Origins]]
[[File:Professor Oak Origins.png|250px|thumb|Professor in Pokémon Origins]]


===In Pokémon Origins===
===Pokémon Origins===
Professor Oak appears as a major character in the [[Pokémon Origins]] miniseries, where he serves a similar role as in {{game|Red and Blue|s}}. He assigned {{OBP|Red|Origins}} and {{OBP|Blue|Origins}} with the task of completing his dream of a complete Pokédex. Eventually, Red did manage to catch {{cat|Generation I Pokémon|all 150 known Pokémon}}, but then realized that {{p|Mew}} was still out there, and decided to continue his effort in bringing Professor Oak's dream to a true completion.
Professor Oak appears as a major character in the [[Pokémon Origins]] miniseries, where he serves a similar role as in {{game|Red and Blue|s}}. He assigned {{OBP|Red|Origins}} and {{OBP|Blue|Origins}} with the task of completing his dream of a complete Pokédex. Eventually, Red did manage to catch {{cat|Generation I Pokémon|all 150 known Pokémon}}, but then realized that {{p|Mew}} was still out there, and decided to continue his effort in bringing Professor Oak's dream to a true completion.


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|ja=森功至 ''Katsuji Mori''
|en=Kyle Hebert
|en=[[Kyle Hebert]]
|it=Mario Scarabelli
|es_eu=José Padilla}}
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===In Pokémon Generations===
===Pokémon Generations===
Though Professor Oak did not physically appear in [[Pokémon Generations]], he was mentioned by [[Agatha]] during her {{pkmn|battle}} against {{ga|Blue}} in ''[[PG03|The Challenger]]''.
Though Professor Oak did not physically appear in [[Pokémon Generations]], he was mentioned by [[Agatha]] during her {{pkmn|battle}} against {{ga|Blue}} in ''[[PG03|The Challenger]]''.


===In the Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer===
===GOTCHA!===
[[File:Pokémon Professors Masters Trailer.png|thumb|250px|Professor Oak (center) in the [[Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer]]]]
Professor Oak briefly appeared in [[GOTCHA!]].
Professor Oak briefly appeared in the [[Pokémon Masters Animated Trailer]] as part of a team with [[Professor Sycamore|Professors Sycamore]] and {{prof|Kukui}}.
 
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[[File:Professor Oak Evolutions.png|thumb|250px|Professor Oak in [[Pokémon Evolutions]]]]
===Pokémon Evolutions===
Professor Oak appeared in ''[[PE08|The Discovery]]''. {{ga|Green}} met him at his laboratory in [[Pallet Town]], apologizing for having failed to complete the [[Pokédex]]. Professor Oak, however, revealed that other Pallet Town Trainers had been taking on the same project as well, and thanks to them, the Pokédex was now complete. Just then, he received a call from [[Professor Willow|a colleague of his]], who informed him of {{p|Meltan|a new Pokémon made entirely of metal}}. However, when Professor Oak turned around to share the news with Green, {{ga|Elaine}}, and {{ga|Trace}}, he was surprised to see them having already left.
 
====Pokémon====
=====Gives to new Trainers=====
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| {{InactivePoké|Professor Oak|Squirtle|Kanto first partners Evolutions.png|Water|link=no}}
| {{InactivePoké|Professor Oak|Charmander|Kanto first partners Evolutions.png|Fire|link=no}}
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====Voice actors====
{{vatable|color={{kanto color light}}|bordercolor={{kanto color}}
|ja=園部啓一 ''Keiichi Sonobe''
|en=Keith Silverstein
|it=Paolo Sesana
|es_eu=Francisco Javier Garaboa}}


==In the manga==
==In the manga==
As he is the leading professor of the [[Kanto]] region, Professor Oak appears in many different [[Pokémon manga]] series.
As he is the leading professor of the [[Kanto]] region, Professor Oak appears in many different [[Pokémon manga]] series.


===In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga===
===The Electric Tale of Pikachu===
{{main|Professor Oak (anime)#In The Electric Tale of Pikachu manga|Professor Oak (anime)}}
[[File:Professor Oak EToP.png|thumb|200px|Professor Oak in The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]
[[File:Professor Oak EToP.png|thumb|200px|Professor Oak in The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]
Professor Oak makes a few appearances in [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He is a role model to {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} and is [[Bill]]'s mentor. Unlike in the anime, he does not give Ash his {{AP|Pikachu}}; in fact, he does not meet Ash until after he has already begun his Pokémon journey.
{{main|Professor Oak (anime)#The Electric Tale of Pikachu|Professor Oak (anime)}}
Professor Oak makes a few appearances in [[The Electric Tale of Pikachu]]. He is a role model to {{OBP|Ash Ketchum|EToP|Ash}} and is [[Bill]]'s mentor. Unlike in the anime, he does not give Ash his {{OBP|Ash's Pikachu|EToP|Pikachu}}; in fact, he does not meet Ash until after he has already begun his Pokémon journey.
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===In the Pokémon Adventures manga===
===Pokémon Adventures===
[[File:Professor Oak Adventures.png|thumb|150px|Professor Oak in the HGSS chapter]]
[[File:Professor Oak Adventures.png|thumb|150px|Professor Oak in Pokémon Adventures]]
{{main|Professor Oak (Adventures)}}
{{main|Professor Oak (Adventures)}}
Professor Oak has a recurring role in [[Pokémon Adventures]]. His first appearance was in ''[[PS001|A Glimpse of the Glow]]'', and he has appeared in most chapters since. Over the course of the manga, Professor Oak helps out the [[Pokédex holder]]s in their various quests. His backstory has been largely expanded in this canon.
Professor Oak has a recurring role in [[Pokémon Adventures]]. His first appearance was in ''[[PS001|A Glimpse of the Glow]]'', and he has appeared in most arcs since. Over the course of the manga, Professor Oak helps out the [[Pokédex holder]]s in their various quests. His backstory has been largely expanded in this canon. He's a highly respected figure in the field of Pokémon research the world over, the inventor of the [[Pokédex]], and a former {{pkmn|Champion|Pokémon League Champion}}.
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===In the Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys manga===
===Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys===
Professor Oak first appears in ''[[GB02|Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!]]'' where he witnesses {{p|Articuno}}'s appearance as it would usually appear every four years. He also sees the battle between Articuno and {{GnB|Gold}}'s Pokémon. He then offers to bring the Pokémon Egg [[Mr. Pokémon]] had to Professor Elm in ''[[GB04|Let's Aim For The Goal!]]''. Before he leaves though, he gives Gold a Pokédex, with the belief that Gold will become a great Trainer.
Professor Oak first appeared in ''[[GB02|Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!]]'', where he witnessed {{p|Articuno}}'s appearance at the [[Violet Gym]]. He also saw the battle between Articuno and {{GnB|Gold}}'s Pokémon. He then offered to bring the Pokémon Egg [[Mr. Pokémon]] had to Professor Elm in ''[[GB04|Let's Aim For The Goal!]]''. Before he leaving, he gave Gold a Pokédex, with the belief that Gold would become a great Trainer.
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===In the Pokémon Pocket Monsters manga===
===Pokémon Pocket Monsters===
[[File:Professor Oak PM.png|thumb|150px|Professor Oak in the Pocket Monsters manga]]
[[File:Professor Oak PM.png|thumb|150px|Professor Oak in the Pocket Monsters manga]]
{{main|Professor Oak (Pocket Monsters)}}
{{main|Professor Oak (Pocket Monsters)}}
Professor Oak is a character in Pokémon Pocket Monsters, where he is in regular contact with {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}.
Professor Oak is a character in [[Pokémon Pocket Monsters]], where he is in regular contact with {{OBP|Red|Pocket Monsters}} and {{OBP|Green|Pocket Monsters}}.
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===In the Pokémon Zensho manga===
===Pokémon Zensho===
{{spoilers}}
{{spoilers}}
[[File:Professor Oak Zensho.png|thumb|160px|Professor Oak in Pokémon Zensho]]
[[File:Professor Oak Zensho.png|thumb|160px|Professor Oak in Pokémon Zensho]]
Professor Oak appears in Pokémon Zensho and has fulfilled the same role similar to the ones in other media. Professor Oak debuts in ''[[PZ01|Pallet Town]]'' where he saves {{OBP|Satoshi|Zensho}} from a flock of {{p|Pidgey}} that were about to attack him. As thanks for Professor Oak's rescue of Satoshi, Satoshi goes to his lab and chooses Charmander since Charmander saved him earlier. Shigeru, Satoshi's rival, chooses Squirtle which made Professor Oak keep {{p|Bulbasaur}} as he would have been too lonely.
Professor Oak appears in [[Pokémon Zensho]] and has fulfilled the same role similar to the ones in other media. Professor Oak debuted in ''[[PZ01|Prologue: Pallet Town]]'', where he saved {{OBP|Satoshi|Zensho}} from a flock of {{p|Pidgey}} that were about to attack him. As thanks for Professor Oak's rescue of Satoshi, Satoshi went to his lab and chose Charmander as his first partner Pokémon, due to it saving him earlier. Shigeru, Satoshi's rival, chose Squirtle, which made Professor Oak keep {{p|Bulbasaur}}, as he would have been too lonely otherwise.


A backstory is revealed about him in ''[[PZ05|Celadon City]]'' where is taking care of {{OBP|Shigeru|Zensho}} and [[Daisy Oak]] since their parents died in a car crash. He is last seen in ''[[PZ10|Indigo Plateau]]'', telling Satoshi and Shigeru about a {{p|Mewtwo|rare Pokémon}} who dwells in [[Cerulean Cave|a cave]].
In ''[[PZ05|Celadon City]]'', it was revealed that Professor Oak is taking care of {{OBP|Shigeru|Zensho}} and [[Daisy Oak]] since their parents died in a car crash. He was last seen in ''[[PZ10|Indigo Plateau]]'', telling Satoshi and Shigeru about a {{p|Mewtwo|rare Pokémon}} that dwells in [[Cerulean Cave|a cave]].


====Pokémon====
====Pokémon====
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|cap=Professor Oak's Bulbasaur
|cap=Professor Oak's Bulbasaur
|img2=Oak Venusaur Zensho.png
|img2=Oak Venusaur Zensho.png
|epnum=PZ10
|epnum=PZ01
|epname=Indigo Plateau
|epname=Pallet Town
|desc=Professor Oak kept {{p|Bulbasaur}} after {{Zensho|Satoshi}} and {{Zensho|Shigeru}} got their Starter Pokémon as he would have been too lonely without it. It was revealed to have evolved into {{p|Ivysaur}} and then {{p|Venusaur}} sometime when Satoshi went to [[Indigo Plateau]]. Venusaur was then seen with Professor Oak around the end of the chapter when he was explaining to Satoshi and Shigeru about a [[Cerulean Cave|rare cave]] that contained the [[Legendary Pokémon]], {{p|Mewtwo}}.
|desc=Professor Oak kept {{p|Bulbasaur}} after {{Zensho|Satoshi}} and {{Zensho|Shigeru}} got their first partner Pokémon as he would have been too lonely without it. It was revealed to have evolved into {{p|Ivysaur}} and then {{p|Venusaur}} sometime when Satoshi went to [[Indigo Plateau]]. Venusaur was then seen with Professor Oak around the end of the chapter when he was explaining to Satoshi and Shigeru about a [[Cerulean Cave|rare cave]] that contained the [[Legendary Pokémon]], {{p|Mewtwo}}.


None of Venusaur's moves are known.}}
None of Venusaur's moves are known.}}
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===Pokémon Newspaper Strip===
Professor Oak was first mentioned in {{strip|6}}. After a battle between {{p|Pikachu}} and {{p|Squirtle}}, a boy wanted to know why water shorts out electricity, and the girl he was with suggested asking Oak.


==In the TCG==
==In the TCG==
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==Trivia==
==Trivia==
* Professor Oak has appeared in the most generations of any Pokémon Professor, appearing in Generation I and their Generation III and VII remakes as the regional professor and making cameo appearances in Generations II and IV.
* Professor Oak has appeared in the most [[generation]]s of any Pokémon Professor, appearing in Generation I and their Generation III and VII remakes as the regional professor and making cameo appearances in Generations II, IV, and the Generation IV remakes in Generation VIII.
* If the player speaks to Professor Oak in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} and has their Pokédex evaluated with at least 484 of the 493 Pokémon caught, he will say "Meeting you is something '''l''' will cherish all my life long.", using a lowercase L instead of an uppercase I.
* If the player speaks to Professor Oak in {{game|HeartGold and SoulSilver|s}} and has their Pokédex evaluated with at least 484 of the 493 Pokémon caught, he will say "Meeting you is something '''l''' will cherish all my life long.", using a lowercase L instead of an uppercase I.
* Professor Oak is the only person to give the player their Pokédex in more than one [[region]], doing so in both [[Kanto]] and [[Johto]].


==Names==
==Names==
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! Origin
! Origin
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|Japanese
| Japanese
|オーキド ユキナリ博士 ''Dr. Yukinari Okido''
| オーキド・ユキナリ{{tt|博士|Hakase}}<br>''Dr. Yukinari Ohkido''
|オーキッド ''Ōkiddo'', Orchid. 大木戸 ''Ōkido'' is a Japanese family name and placename. Literally, big-tree family.
| From ''orchid'' and the family name 大木戸 ''Ōkido'' (large wooden city gate or castle door)<br>Incidentally, ''Yukinari'' resembles ''Yukinori'', the actual given name of [[Unshō Ishizuka]].
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|- style="background:#FFF;"
|English, Italian
| English, Italian
|Professor Samuel Oak
| Professor Samuel Oak
|{{wp|Oak}} tree, perhaps derived from Japanese ''Okido''. His given name could possibly be derived from the Salem Oak, a long-lived tree of Salem, New Jersey.
| From ''{{wp|oak}}'' and similar to his Japanese name. His given name may be from ''Salem Oak'' (historic tree in {{wp|Salem, New Jersey}})
|- style="background:#FFF"
| German
| Professor Samuel Eich
| From ''Eiche'' (oak) and his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Canadian French{{tt|*|Blue manual}}
| Spanish
|Professeur Oak
| Profesor Samuel Oak
|From his English name
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|European French
| rowspan="2" | French
|Professeur Chen
| Professeur Samuel Chen
|From ''chêne'', Oak
| From ''chêne'' (oak) and his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|German
| Professeur Oak{{tt|*|Blue manual (Canadian French)}}
|Professor Eich
| From his English name
|From ''Eiche'', Oak
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Spanish
| Korean
|Profesor Oak
| 오용호 {{tt|박사|Baksa}} ''Dr. O Yongho''
|From his English name
| From the first syllable of his Japanese name and the surname 오 ''{{wp|O (surname)|O}}''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Korean
| rowspan="2" | Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
|오용호 박사 ''Dr. O Yongho''
| 大木{{tt|博士|Bóshì}} ''Dr. Dàmù''<br>雪成 ''Xuěchéng''{{tt|*|Games, anime, Adventures (Ching Win version)}}
|오 (伍, 吳) ''O'' is a {{wp|List of Korean family names|Korean family name}}, probably chosen because of its similarity to the first syllable in Okido.
| From the Japanese names 大木戸 ''Ōkido'' and 雪成 ''Yukinari''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Mandarin|Taiwan and Mainland China}})
| 幸成 ''Xìngchéng''{{tt|*|Adventures (Jilin Publishing version)}}
|大木博士 ''Dàmù Bóshì''<br>大木雪成 ''Dàmù Xuěchéng'' (full name) {{tt|*|Taiwan}}<br>大木幸成 ''Dàmù Xìngchéng'' (full name){{tt|*|Mainland China}}
| From the Japanese name 幸成 ''Yukinari''
|大木 (big tree) is from 大木 ''Ōki'' and 博士 ''bóshì'', Dr.<br>雪成 is from Japanese 雪成り ''yuki nari'', "to become snow".<br>幸成 is from Japanese name 幸成 ''yukinari''.
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
| Chinese ({{tt|Cantonese|Hong Kong}})
|大木博士 ''Daaihmuhk Boksih''<br>大木雪成 ''Daaihmuhk Syutsìhng'' (full name)
| 大木{{tt|博士|Boksih}} ''Dr. Daaihmuhk''<br>雪成 ''Syutsìhng''
|大木 (big tree) is from 大木 ''Ōki'' and 博士 ''boksih'', Dr.<br>雪成 is from Japanese 雪成り ''yuki nari'', "to become snow".
| From the Japanese names 大木戸 ''Ōkido'' and 雪成 ''Yukinari''
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Czech
| Czech
| Profesor Oak
| Profesor Oak
| From English name
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Finnish
| Finnish
|Professori Samuel Oak
| Professori Samuel Oak
|From English name
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Hungarian
| Hungarian
| Oak Professzor
| Oak Professzor
| From English name
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Indonesian
| Indonesian
|Profesor Okido (Kanto saga)<br>Profesor Orchid<br>Profesor Oak (Sinnoh-present)
| Profesor Oak{{tt|*|Anime (DP - Present)}}<br>Profesor Ohkido{{tt|*|Anime (Kanto saga)}}<br>Profesor Orchid
|Same as Japanese and English name
| From his English name<br>From his Japanese name<br>From his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Polish
| Polish
| Profesor Oak
| Profesor Oak
| From English name
| From his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Brazilian Portuguese
| Brazilian Portuguese
|Professor Samuel (Sam) Carvalho{{tt|*|anime, TCG (Secret Wonders, Evolutions-present), manga, The Official Pokémon Handbook, Pokémon Club, Pokémon Characters Guidebook}}<br>Professor Oak{{tt|*|TCG (HeartGold & SoulSilver-Call of Legends)}}
| Professor Samuel Carvalho{{tt|*|Pokémon GO, anime, TCG (Diamond & Pearl, XY to present), Adventures, The Official Pokémon Handbook, Pokémon Club, Pokémon Characters Guidebook}}<br>Professor Oak{{tt|*|TCG (HeartGold & SoulSilver, Call of Legends)}}
|From ''carvalho'', Oak<br>Same as English name
| From ''carvalho'' (oak) and his English name<br>Same as English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
| Russian
| Russian
| Профессор Оук ''Professor Ouk''
| Профессор Семуель Оук<br>''Professor Semuyel' Ouk''
| Transcription of English name
| Transcription of his English name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Thai
| Thai
|ดร.ออคิด ''Dr. Orkid''
| ศาสตราจารย์โอคิโดะ ''Sattrachan Okhido''{{tt|*|Pokémon GO}}<br>ดร.โอคิโดะ ''Dr. Okhido''{{tt|*|TCG, Anime}}<br>ดร.ออคิด ''Dr. Okhit''<br>ยูกินาริ ''Yukinari''
|From Japanese name
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|- style="background:#FFF"
|- style="background:#FFF"
|Vietnamese
| Vietnamese
|Giáo sư Yukinari Okido
| Giáo sư Yukinari Ohkido
|Transliteration of Japanese name
| Transcription of his Japanese name
|}{{-}}
|}{{-}}


==Related articles==
==See also==
* [[Professor Oak (anime)]]
* [[Professor Oak (anime)]]
* [[Professor Oak (Adventures)]]
* [[Professor Oak (Adventures)]]
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==References==
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Latest revision as of 20:13, 25 March 2024

Professor Samuel Oak
オーキド・ユキナリ博士 Dr. Yukinari Ohkido
Lets Go Pikachu Eevee Professor Oak.png
Art from Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! by Megumi Mizutani[1]
Gender Male
Eye color Black
Hair color Gray
Hometown Pallet Town
Region Kanto
Relatives Blue (grandson)
Daisy/May (granddaughter)
Samson (cousin)
Trainer class Former Trainer, Pokémon Professor
Generation I, II, III, IV, VII, VIII
Games Red, Blue, Yellow,
Gold, Silver, Crystal,
FireRed, LeafGreen,
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum,
HeartGold, SoulSilver,
Let's Go, Pikachu!, Let's Go, Eevee!,
Brilliant Diamond, Shining Pearl,
Pokémon Snap, Stadium,
PokéROM, Puzzle League,
Hey You, Pikachu!, Stadium 2,
Channel, Masters EX
Game animation debut File 1: Red
English voice actor Kyle Hebert (Origins)
Ben Diskin (The Two Professors)
Joe J. Thomas[2] (Masters EX)
Keith Silverstein (Evolutions)
Japanese voice actor Katsuji Mori (Origins)
Tadashi Wakabayashi (The Two Professors)
Ken'ichi Ogata[3] (Masters EX)
Keiichi Sonobe (Evolutions)
Anime counterpart Professor Oak
Counterpart debut Pokémon - I Choose You!
Manga counterpart(s) Professor Oak, Professor Oak

Professor Samuel Oak (Japanese: オーキド・ユキナリ博士 Dr. Yukinari Ohkido) is a Pokémon Professor who lives and works at his research lab in Pallet Town of the Kanto region.

Terminology

In the Japanese version, Professor Oak's given name ユキナリ (Yukinari) first appeared in "Pocket Monsters Zukan", a guidebook published by Aspect. The given name had later appeared in various media such as The Electric Tale of Pikachu, Pocket Monsters: The Animation, the fourth Pokémon movie, and Pokémon Adventures, before it was confirmed as his canon name in the core series with Samson Oak mentioning it in Sun and Moon.[4]

In the core series games

Professor Oak works in his Laboratory in Pallet Town with his aides. He gives Red and Blue their first partner Pokémon in Pokémon Red, Blue, Green, Yellow, FireRed and LeafGreen. In the last pair of games, he also grants the player the National Pokédex once they've caught at least 60 Pokémon. He is an idol to many Trainers and researchers, including Professor Elm, and always plays an important supporting role in the many games that he appears in.

He was a childhood friend of Agatha. They remained good friends and top-class Pokémon Trainers until Oak stopped battling and became interested in Pokémon research. Agatha said that he became soft and started to regard him as a fool. However, Oak still affiliates with the Pokémon League as an adviser. In Pokémon Masters EX, during her Sync Pair Story "A Day with Agatha", Agatha explains how she and Oak met. Oak was always friendly and open when he was young and would talk to Agatha and try to help her. Though he was only trying to be nice, it still annoyed Agatha because she wanted to be left alone. Agatha would battle Oak to try and get him to go away, but he was always better than her, and so she would battle him again and again. Eventually, the time they spent together began to mean a lot to Agatha. As a result, when Oak got the idea to invent the Pokédex and subsequently stopped battling, Agatha felt betrayed.

In his own Pokémon Masters EX Sync Pair Story, "A Day With Professor Oak", Professor Oak reveals that his trusted Pokémon partner is a Nidorino.

Oak with Ethan and Mr. Pokémon in Generation IV

Professor Oak was always well known in Kanto, but in Generation II and Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver, he becomes more of a celebrity, a "star Pokémon Researcher". He became famous in Johto because of his Radio Show with DJ Mary. He was going to turn down the show at first, but Mary's energy and persistence wore him down. Ethan/Kris/Lyra first meets him visiting the home of Mr. Pokémon, another of Oak's childhood friends. Later he grants the young Trainer access to Mt. Silver, a place which only the finest Pokémon Trainers may enter, after the player has earned all the Badges in Johto and later Kanto. In the remakes, he also gives the player the National Pokédex after they've entered the Hall of Fame, gives them HM08 (Rock Climb) once they've earned all 16 Badges, allows them to choose one of the Kanto first partner Pokémon once they've beaten Red, and hands over the Jade Orb if the player has caught both Groudon and Kyogre at the Embedded Tower.

Professor Oak has many old friends. One of them is Kurt, a Poké Ball smith from Azalea Town, and another is Professor Elm, who used to be Oak's assistant. In fact, there is a picture on Kurt's wall saying "...a young Prof Oak?" and an email addressed to him from Professor Elm can be found in his lab:

"...
Prof. Oak, how is your research
coming along? I'm still plugging
away. I heard rumors
that <player> is
getting quite a reputation.
I'm delighted to hear that.
Elm in New Bark Town 8-)"

Professor Oak has many fans and admirers. One of them is Schoolboy Chad, who frequently calls the player to share trivia about Oak.

Professor Oak is also a good friend of Professor Rowan. He visits Sinnoh often, has a home in Eterna City, introduces Trainers to Pal ParkDPPt/Ramanas ParkBDSP, and gives them the National Pokédex, as well as the Up-Grade, Poké Radar, and the Trainer Counter app for their Pokétch. A letter that he sends to the player in a special event allows the player to find Shaymin. An aide in Rowan's laboratory mentions that Oak is Rowan's junior in terms of seniority. In Platinum, after providing the Up-Grade, Professor Oak will talk about the legendary birds and say that they have been sighted in Sinnoh. From this point Articuno, Zapdos, and Moltres will be visible roaming on the map.

Professor Oak also appears in Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!, where he serves the same role for Chase/Elaine and Trace that he originally served for Red and Blue. He originally has two first partner Pokémon to give to them, but after the player catches their own partner Pokémon, the third Pokémon goes unrevealed.

Fame Checker

This is a list of the Fame Checker's information on Professor Oak in Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen.

Pallet Town - Sign
  • What does this person do?
"Oak Pokémon Research Lab."
Pallet Town Research Lab - Prof. Oak
  • What is this person like?
"To make a complete guide on all the Pokémon in the world...
That was my dream!"
Pallet Town Research Lab - Aide
  • What is this person like?
"Prof. Oak may not look like much, but he's the authority on Pokémon.
Many Pokémon Trainers hold him in high regard."
Viridian City - Pokémon Journal
  • Family and friends?
"Prof. Oak reportedly lives with his grandchildren, Daisy and Blue."
Pokémon League - Agatha
  • Family and friends?
"I hear Oak's taken a lot of interest in you, child.
That old duff was once tough and handsome.
But that was decades ago. He's a shadow of his former self."
Pallet Town Research Lab - Aide*
  • What does this person do?
"Prof. Oak is going to have his own radio show soon.
The program will be called Prof. Oak's Pokémon Seminar."
Message from Oak
  • From: Prof. Oak
  • To: [Player]
"Why do Pokémon compete and battle so hard for you?
They do so because they can see the love and trust you have towards Pokémon.
Never forget that."

Pokémon

Professor Oak gives the player their first partner Pokémon in every Kanto-based game.

Pokémon Red and Blue

Spr 1b 001.png
Types:
Grass Poison
Bulbasaur Lv.5
Tackle
Normal
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 1b 004.png
Type:
Fire Unknown
Charmander Lv.5
Scratch
Normal
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 1b 007.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Squirtle Lv.5
Tackle
Normal
Tail Whip
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   

Pokémon Yellow

Main article: Red's Pikachu (game)

Professor Oak catches this Pikachu while stopping Red from beginning his journey without any Pokémon. He later decides to give it to him.

Spr 1y 025.png
Type:
Electric Unknown
Pikachu Lv.5
ThunderShock
Electric
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   

This Eevee was intended for Red, but is taken by Blue in his impatience. Its evolutionary path is determined by the player's interactions with its Trainer.

Spr 1y 133.png
Type:
Normal Unknown
Eevee Lv.5
Tackle
Normal
Tail Whip
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   

Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen

Spr 3f 001.png
Types:
Grass Poison
Ability:
Overgrow
Held item:
None
Bulbasaur♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 3f 004.png
Type:
Fire Unknown
Ability:
Blaze
Held item:
None
Charmander♂/♀ Lv.5
Scratch
Normal
Growl
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 3f 007.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Ability:
Torrent
Held item:
None
Squirtle♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal
Tail Whip
Normal
  --  
   
  --  
   

Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver

After the player has defeated Red, Professor Oak gifts them with one of the Kanto first partner Pokémon.

Spr 4h 001.png
Types:
Grass Poison
Ability:
Overgrow
Held item:
None
Bulbasaur♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal Physical
Growl
Normal Status
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 4h 004.png
Type:
Fire Unknown
Ability:
Blaze
Held item:
None
Charmander♂/♀ Lv.5
Scratch
Normal Physical
Growl
Normal Status
  --  
   
  --  
   
Spr 4h 007.png
Type:
Water Unknown
Ability:
Torrent
Held item:
None
Squirtle♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal Physical
Tail Whip
Normal Status
  --  
   
  --  
   

Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!

0025Pikachu-Partner.png
Type:
Electric Unknown
Pikachu♂/♀ Lv.5
Thunder Shock
Electric Special
Growl
Normal Status
Tail Whip
Normal Status
  --  
   
0133Eevee-Partner.png
Type:
Normal Unknown
Eevee♂/♀ Lv.5
Tackle
Normal Physical
Growl
Normal Status
Tail Whip
Normal Status
  --  
   

Unused teams

Main article: Unused Trainer data → Prof. Oak
Professor Oak, who cannot normally be battled

Unused Trainer data for Prof. Oak (Japanese: オーキドせんせい Teacher Oak) exists in all Generation I games.

Prof. Oak has data for three different teams using different first partner Pokémon, with each Pokémon being level 66-70, higher than Blue's Champion battle team. It is possible he was meant to be a late-game opponent, perhaps similar to Red in Generation II.

He can be battled by exploiting certain glitches.

In the side series games

Pokémon Stadium series

Professor Oak in Pokémon Stadium
Professor Oak Pokémon Stadium 2

In Pokémon Stadium and Pokémon Stadium 2, Professor Oak is the owner of the Pokémon Lab, which is available if the Stadium game is connected to one or more core series games via Transfer Pak. The laboratory contains various machines with features such as trading Pokémon between games, transferring items and Pokémon to and from the player's PC, viewing the Pokédex, etc. In both games, Professor Oak describes the machines in the laboratory.

The Transfer Pak features were previously introduced in the Japanese Pokémon Stadium, but they were part of the menu at the beginning at the game and didn't involve Professor Oak or his laboratory.

In the spin-off games

Hey You, Pikachu!

Professor Oak appears in Hey You, Pikachu!, where he enlists the player to help test a translation device called the PokéHelper, using a wild Pikachu as the main research subject.

Pokémon Trading Card Game series

In Pokémon Trading Card Game and Pokémon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR!, the Professor Oak card is available. Additionally, there are cards featuring the Impostor Professor Oak.

Pokémon Snap

Professor Oak in Pokémon Snap

Professor Oak also is one of the two human characters that appear in Pokémon Snap. In order to complete his Pokémon Report on the denizens of Pokémon Island, he hires Todd to take pictures for the report. He provides Todd with the ZERO-ONE and its Dash Engine upgrade, Pokémon food, Pester Balls, and a Poké Flute. When Todd takes a picture of each of the Pokémon signs, Professor Oak is able to drawn a connection between them and the constellations to determine that Mew must be on Rainbow Cloud.

Puzzle series

In Pokémon Puzzle Challenge, Professor Oak appears at the main menu and some other screens at the beginning of the game, explaining the available options to the player. He also talks to the player at various points in the "Puzzle" section, which consists of various rounds with puzzles.

At the beginning of Pokémon Puzzle League, there is a short animated introduction where Ash Ketchum receives a phone call from Professor Oak, telling him that he has been selected as a challenger of the Puzzle League Tournament at Puzzle League. In Prof. Oak's Labs at the Puzzle Village, Professor Oak explains how to play this game.

Play It! series

In Pokémon Play It! and Pokémon Play It! Version 2, the player is able to receive two certificates signed by Professor Oak; each certificate is awarded for answering a separate set of 10 questions correctly.

In both games, as seen in the option about "The playing field" in the Help section, Julie says that she was in the middle of a Pokémon TCG match with Professor Oak but he had to leave.

PokéROM

Professor Oak is the narrator of PokéROM, voiced by Stuart Zagnit, his voice actor in the anime at the time.

Pokémon Channel

Professor Oak Pokémon Channel

In Pokémon Channel, Professor Oak launches the titular Pokémon Channel, and tuning into the "Oak's Report" channel allows the player to save their game.

Pokémon GO

In Pokémon GO, it is mentioned that he was Professor Willow's mentor.[5]

In the GO Web series, The Two Professors, Willow contacts Oak to discuss the recent appearance of Ditto transformed into an unrecognizable Pokémon. Oak is able to identify it as the Mythical Pokémon, Meltan.

Pokémon Masters EX

Main article: Professor Oak (Masters)

Professor Oak, in his Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen design, forms a sync pair with Mew in Pokémon Masters EX. Professor Oak became a playable sync pair on February 14, 2020.

Professor Oak first appeared as an NPC during the second chapter of PML Arc. He later made a notable appearance in one of the game's Main Stories, the Villain Arc.

Sync Dex Trainer NDex Pokémon Type Weakness Role Base Potential Availability
#082 VSOak Masters.png Professor Oak #0151 MastersIcon0151.png Mew
Psychic
PsychicIC Masters.png 		Bug
BugIC Masters.png 		Masters Tech.png ★★★ Log-in from February 14 to March 16, 2020
and from August 28, 2020 indefinitely

Gallery

Artwork

Red Green Prof Oak.png Gold Silver Professor Oak.png FireRed LeafGreen Professor Oak.png Professor Oak PO.png Professor Oak LGPE concept art.jpg
Official artwork from
Red and Blue by Ken Sugimori[6] 		Official artwork from
Gold and Silver 		Official artwork from
FireRed and LeafGreen by Ken Sugimori[7] 		Official artwork from
Pokémon Origins 		Settei from
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!

Sprites and models

In the core series

Spr RG Oak.png Spr Y Oak.png Spr GS SW97 Oak.png Spr GS Oak.png FRLG Professor Oak Portrait.png Spr FRLG Oak.png Spr FRLG Oak Beta.png Spr HGSS Oak.png Oak PE OD.png Professor Oak BDSP OD.png
Intro sprite from
Red and Blue 		Intro sprite from
Yellow 		Prototype sprite from
Spaceworld '97 demo 		Intro sprite from
Generation II 		Intro sprite from
FireRed and LeafGreen 		Fame Checker sprite from
FireRed and LeafGreen 		Beta Fame Checker sprite from
FireRed and LeafGreen 		Intro sprite from
HeartGold and SoulSilver 		Overworld model from
Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! 		Overworld model from
Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
Oak I OD.png Y Oak Back.png Oak II OD.png Oak III OD.png Oak OD.png
Overworld sprite from
Generation I 		Back sprite from
Yellow 		Overworld sprite from
Generation II 		Overworld sprite from
FireRed and LeafGreen 		Overworld sprite from
Generation IV

In other games

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Hey You Pikachu Oak.png Puzzle Challenge Oak.png TCG1 A39 Professor Oak.png TCG2 A54 Professor Oak.png
Dialogue sprite from
Hey You, Pikachu! 		Menu sprite from
Puzzle Challenge 		Professor Oak sprite
from the Trading Card Game 		Professor Oak sprite
from Card GB2: Here Comes Team GR!

Other images

Oak signature.png
Professor Oak's signature
from Play It! and Play It! 2

Quotes

Main article: Professor Oak/Quotes

In the anime

Professor Oak in Pokémon Journeys: The Series

Main series

Main article: Professor Oak (anime)

Professor Oak appears semi-regularly in the Pokémon anime, where he gives Ash Ketchum useful information for his journey.

Professor in Pokémon Origins

Pokémon Origins

Professor Oak appears as a major character in the Pokémon Origins miniseries, where he serves a similar role as in Pokémon Red and Blue. He assigned Red and Blue with the task of completing his dream of a complete Pokédex. Eventually, Red did manage to catch all 150 known Pokémon, but then realized that Mew was still out there, and decided to continue his effort in bringing Professor Oak's dream to a true completion.

Pokémon

On hand
Professor Oak's Eevee
Eevee
Professor Oak sent out his Eevee during his introduction of the Pokémon world.

None of Eevee's moves are known.

Debut File 1: Red
Gives to new Trainers
Oak Bulbasaur PO.png
Bulbasaur 		Oak Squirtle PO.png
Squirtle 		Oak Charmander PO.png
Charmander
Gave away to new Trainers
Red Charmander PO.png
Red's Charmander 		Blue Squirtle PO.png
Blue's Squirtle

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 森功至 Katsuji Mori
English Kyle Hebert
Italian Mario Scarabelli
European Spanish José Padilla


Pokémon Generations

Though Professor Oak did not physically appear in Pokémon Generations, he was mentioned by Agatha during her battle against Blue in The Challenger.

GOTCHA!

Professor Oak briefly appeared in GOTCHA!.

Professor Oak in Pokémon Evolutions

Pokémon Evolutions

Professor Oak appeared in The Discovery. Green met him at his laboratory in Pallet Town, apologizing for having failed to complete the Pokédex. Professor Oak, however, revealed that other Pallet Town Trainers had been taking on the same project as well, and thanks to them, the Pokédex was now complete. Just then, he received a call from a colleague of his, who informed him of a new Pokémon made entirely of metal. However, when Professor Oak turned around to share the news with Green, Elaine, and Trace, he was surprised to see them having already left.

Pokémon

Gives to new Trainers
Kanto first partners Evolutions.png
Bulbasaur 		Kanto first partners Evolutions.png
Squirtle 		Kanto first partners Evolutions.png
Charmander

Voice actors

Language Voice actor
Japanese 園部啓一 Keiichi Sonobe
English Keith Silverstein
Italian Paolo Sesana
European Spanish Francisco Javier Garaboa


In the manga

As he is the leading professor of the Kanto region, Professor Oak appears in many different Pokémon manga series.

The Electric Tale of Pikachu

Professor Oak in The Electric Tale of Pikachu
Main article: Professor Oak (anime)

Professor Oak makes a few appearances in The Electric Tale of Pikachu. He is a role model to Ash and is Bill's mentor. Unlike in the anime, he does not give Ash his Pikachu; in fact, he does not meet Ash until after he has already begun his Pokémon journey.

Pokémon Adventures

Professor Oak in Pokémon Adventures
Main article: Professor Oak (Adventures)

Professor Oak has a recurring role in Pokémon Adventures. His first appearance was in A Glimpse of the Glow, and he has appeared in most arcs since. Over the course of the manga, Professor Oak helps out the Pokédex holders in their various quests. His backstory has been largely expanded in this canon. He's a highly respected figure in the field of Pokémon research the world over, the inventor of the Pokédex, and a former Pokémon League Champion.

Pokémon Gold & Silver: The Golden Boys

Professor Oak first appeared in Falkner The Bird Keeper's Challenge!!, where he witnessed Articuno's appearance at the Violet Gym. He also saw the battle between Articuno and Gold's Pokémon. He then offered to bring the Pokémon Egg Mr. Pokémon had to Professor Elm in Let's Aim For The Goal!. Before he leaving, he gave Gold a Pokédex, with the belief that Gold would become a great Trainer.

Pokémon Pocket Monsters

Professor Oak in the Pocket Monsters manga
Main article: Professor Oak (Pocket Monsters)

Professor Oak is a character in Pokémon Pocket Monsters, where he is in regular contact with Red and Green.

Pokémon Zensho

201
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201
Professor Oak in Pokémon Zensho

Professor Oak appears in Pokémon Zensho and has fulfilled the same role similar to the ones in other media. Professor Oak debuted in Prologue: Pallet Town, where he saved Satoshi from a flock of Pidgey that were about to attack him. As thanks for Professor Oak's rescue of Satoshi, Satoshi went to his lab and chose Charmander as his first partner Pokémon, due to it saving him earlier. Shigeru, Satoshi's rival, chose Squirtle, which made Professor Oak keep Bulbasaur, as he would have been too lonely otherwise.

In Celadon City, it was revealed that Professor Oak is taking care of Shigeru and Daisy Oak since their parents died in a car crash. He was last seen in Indigo Plateau, telling Satoshi and Shigeru about a rare Pokémon that dwells in a cave.

Pokémon

On hand
Professor Oak's Bulbasaur

Professor Oak's Venusaur
Bulbasaur → Ivysaur → Venusaur
Professor Oak kept Bulbasaur after Satoshi and Shigeru got their first partner Pokémon as he would have been too lonely without it. It was revealed to have evolved into Ivysaur and then Venusaur sometime when Satoshi went to Indigo Plateau. Venusaur was then seen with Professor Oak around the end of the chapter when he was explaining to Satoshi and Shigeru about a rare cave that contained the Legendary Pokémon, Mewtwo.

None of Venusaur's moves are known.

Debut Pallet Town
Gives to new Trainers
Oak Bulbasaur Zensho.png
Bulbasaur 		Oak Charmander Zensho.png
Charmander 		Oak Squirtle Zensho.png
Squirtle


Given away
Satoshi's Charmander
Charmander
Main article: Satoshi's Charmander

Professor Oak gave this Charmander to Satoshi as his choice of being his first Pokémon since Charmander rescued Satoshi from a flock of Pidgey earlier.

Debut Pallet Town
Shigeru's Squirtle
Squirtle
Shigeru chose Squirtle as it had the type-advantage against Satoshi's Charmander.

Squirtle's only known move is Water Gun.

Debut Pallet Town
201 Spoilers end here. 201

Pokémon Newspaper Strip

Professor Oak was first mentioned in Strip 6. After a battle between Pikachu and Squirtle, a boy wanted to know why water shorts out electricity, and the girl he was with suggested asking Oak.

In the TCG

Artwork

Artwork from the cards:

Professor Oaks Research.png Professor Oaks Visit.png
Researching Visiting Sinnoh

Cards

This listing is of cards mentioning or featuring Professor Oak in the Pokémon Trading Card Game.

Related cards
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 #
Professor Oak T Base Set Uncommon 88/102 Expansion Pack Uncommon  
Base Set 2 Uncommon 116/130      
Venusaur & Lugia ex Deck   024/034 Venusaur & Lugia ex Deck   026/032
Professor Oak's Research T [Su] Expedition Base Set Uncommon 149/165 Base Expansion Pack Uncommon 053/128
EX FireRed & LeafGreen Uncommon 98/112 Flight of Legends Uncommon 078/082
      Venusaur/Charizard/Blastoise Random
Constructed Starter Decks 		  051/052
      Side Deck   007/012
      Mew Quarter Deck    
EX Dragon Frontiers Uncommon 80/101 Imprison! Gardevoir ex Constructed Standard Deck   016/024
Professor Oak's Visit Su Secret Wonders Uncommon 122/132 Dialga LV.X Constructed Standard Deck    
      Palkia LV.X Constructed Standard Deck    
      Unnumbered Promotional cards    
      Magmortar Half Deck    
      Electivire Half Deck    
Arceus Uncommon 90/99 Advent of Arceus Uncommon 087/090
Professor Oak's New Theory Su HeartGold & SoulSilver Uncommon 101/123 HeartGold Collection Uncommon 068/070
      Steelix Constructed Standard Deck   015/019
      Tyranitar Constructed Standard Deck   015/019
Call of Legends Uncommon 83/95      
Professor Oak's Hint Su Evolutions Uncommon 84/108 Expansion Pack 20th Anniversary U 084/087
Professor Oak's Setup Su Cosmic Eclipse Uncommon 201/236 Remix Bout U 056/064
Cosmic Eclipse Rare Ultra 233/236 Remix Bout SR 072/064
Professor's Research Professor Oak Su Celebrations Rare Holo 023/025 25th Anniversary Collection   003/028
Celebrations Rare Ultra 024/025 25th Anniversary Collection SR 029/028
 


There also exists a "dark counterpart" of Professor Oak, called Imposter Professor Oak, who has also appeared in other Pokémon media. Apart from his first incarnation, expansions in which he has been featured also include Dark Pokémon. The following list is of cards mentioning or featuring Imposter Professor Oak.

Related cards
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 #
Impostor Professor Oak T Base Set Rare 73/102 Expansion Pack Rare  
Base Set 2 Rare 102/130      
Celebrations Rare Classic 73/102 Promo Card Pack 25th Anniversary Edition   004/025
Imposter Oak's Revenge T Team Rocket Uncommon 76/82 Rocket Gang Uncommon  
Impostor Professor Oak's Invention T Neo Destiny Rare 94/105 Darkness, and to Light... Rare  
 


Other appearances

Super Smash Bros. Melee

Professor Oak appears as a random trophy wearing his regular clothing from the anime.

Trophy information

The leading expert on the study of Pokémon. It seems there are always new and mysterious species of Pokémon being brought to light, and Professor Oak is at the heart of it all with his insightful research. The Pokédex is one of his inventions: new Trainers receive one, and a Pokémon to boot, when they start out.

Trivia

  • Professor Oak has appeared in the most generations of any Pokémon Professor, appearing in Generation I and their Generation III and VII remakes as the regional professor and making cameo appearances in Generations II, IV, and the Generation IV remakes in Generation VIII.
  • If the player speaks to Professor Oak in Pokémon HeartGold and SoulSilver and has their Pokédex evaluated with at least 484 of the 493 Pokémon caught, he will say "Meeting you is something l will cherish all my life long.", using a lowercase L instead of an uppercase I.
  • Professor Oak is the only person to give the player their Pokédex in more than one region, doing so in both Kanto and Johto.

Names

Language Name Origin
Japanese オーキド・ユキナリ博士
Dr. Yukinari Ohkido 		From orchid and the family name 大木戸 Ōkido (large wooden city gate or castle door)
Incidentally, Yukinari resembles Yukinori, the actual given name of Unshō Ishizuka.
English, Italian Professor Samuel Oak From oak and similar to his Japanese name. His given name may be from Salem Oak (historic tree in Salem, New Jersey)
German Professor Samuel Eich From Eiche (oak) and his English name
Spanish Profesor Samuel Oak From his English name
French Professeur Samuel Chen From chêne (oak) and his English name
Professeur Oak* From his English name
Korean 오용호 박사 Dr. O Yongho From the first syllable of his Japanese name and the surname 오 O
Chinese (Mandarin) 大木博士 Dr. Dàmù
雪成 Xuěchéng* 		From the Japanese names 大木戸 Ōkido and 雪成 Yukinari
幸成 Xìngchéng* From the Japanese name 幸成 Yukinari
Chinese (Cantonese) 大木博士 Dr. Daaihmuhk
雪成 Syutsìhng 		From the Japanese names 大木戸 Ōkido and 雪成 Yukinari
Czech Profesor Oak From his English name
Finnish Professori Samuel Oak From his English name
Hungarian Oak Professzor From his English name
Indonesian Profesor Oak*
Profesor Ohkido*
Profesor Orchid 		From his English name
From his Japanese name
From his Japanese name
Polish Profesor Oak From his English name
Brazilian Portuguese Professor Samuel Carvalho*
Professor Oak* 		From carvalho (oak) and his English name
Same as English name
Russian Профессор Семуель Оук
Professor Semuyel' Ouk 		Transcription of his English name
Thai ศาสตราจารย์โอคิโดะ Sattrachan Okhido*
ดร.โอคิโดะ Dr. Okhido*
ดร.ออคิด Dr. Okhit
ยูกินาริ Yukinari 		Transcription of his Japanese name
Vietnamese Giáo sư Yukinari Ohkido Transcription of his Japanese name


See also

References

  1. ↑ Professor Oak's Setup (Cosmic Eclipse 201)
  2. ↑ Joe J Thomas: Voice Acting Portfolio
  3. ↑ Pokémon Masters EX official Youtube channel (Japanese)
  4. ↑ Samson Oak: "Oh, that cousin of mine in Kanto... He and I look remarkably alike, or so everyone always says. He's Samuel Oak, though." (Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon
  5. ↑ #ProfessorWillowWeek Fact #1 on Twitter
  6. ↑ Professor Oak (Base Set 88)
  7. ↑ Professor Oak's New Theory (HeartGold & SoulSilver 101)


Non-player characters in the core series games
Kanto Professor Oak • Mom (Kanto) • Mom (LGPE) • Red • Blue • Green • Trace • Daisy • Old man • Bill • Celio • Mr. Fuji • Safari Zone Warden • Copycat • Primo • Koichi
Pokémon Fan Club Chairman • Erik and Sara • Lostelle • Teala • Selphy • Cal • Steven Stone • Maylene • Mina • Cameron • Mr. Game • Morimoto
Team Rocket • Gym guide • Gym Leaders • Elite Four • Professors' aides • Magikarp salesman • Name Rater • Day-Care Person • Mr. Hyper
Johto Professor Elm • Professor Oak • Mom • Ethan • Lyra • Silver • Mr. Pokémon • Eusine • Lance • Red • Kiyo • Baoba • Magnus • Earl • Kurt • Carrie • Dude
Mary • Buena • Radio Director • Haircut brothers • Webster • Master • Li • Wilma • Primo • Maximo • Jet • Caitlin • Cynthia • Cameron • Mr. Game • Felicity • Teala
Team Rocket • Gym guide • Gym Leaders • Frontier Brains • Kimono Girls • Week Siblings • Name Rater • Poké Seer • Day-Care Couple • Professors' aides
Sinnoh Professor Rowan • Professor Oak • Johanna • Barry • Lucas • Dawn • Cynthia • Looker • Stat Trainers (Cheryl • Riley • Mira • Buck • Marley)
Bebe • Teala • Felicity • Roxy and Oli • Roseanne • Rad Rickshaw • Eldritch • Wilma • Jasmine • Caitlin • Julia • Jordan • Dexter • Keira • Mr. Backlot • Morimoto
Underground Man • Mr. Goods • Mr. Fuego • Pokétch Co. President • Dr. Footstep • Pokémon Fan Club Chairman • Helena • Ketch Appy
Team Galactic • Gym guide • Gym Leaders • Elite Four • Frontier Brains • Name Rater • Day-Care Couple • Professors' aides • Stats judge


Oak (anime • Adventures • Pocket Monsters • Masters) • Elm • Birch • Rowan • Aurea Juniper • Cedric Juniper • Sycamore (anime • Masters)
Kukui (anime • Masters) • Burnet (anime) • Samson • Mohn • Magnolia • Sonia (Masters) • Laventon • Sada • Turo
Ivy • Cerise • Amaranth • Friede • Krane • P • Hastings • Berlitz • Holly • Tetra • Willow • Bellis • Mirror • Phorus • Neroli


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Old man • Primo • Professor Oak • Dude • Ethan/Lyra • Wally • Lucas/Dawn • Professor Juniper
Bianca • Calem/Serena • Professor Kukui • Leon • Professor Laventon • Nemona


Golden Boys characters
Gold • Black • Chris • Grey • Professor Oak

Professor Elm • Mr. Pokémon • DJ Mary • Takeo • Kurt
Day-Care Couple • Falkner • Bugsy • Whitney • Morty
Chuck • Jasmine • Eusine • Black Tyranitar • Joey


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