Kanto Starters
Red, Blue, Yellow, FireRed, LeafGreen, Let's Go Pikachu/Eevee
#0001
Bulbasaur
Seed Pokemon
“A strange seed was planted on its back at birth. The plant sprouts and grows with this Pokemon.”
Base StatsTotal: 318
Abilities
Strategy
Bulbasaur is excellent for beginners due to type advantages against early gyms. Venusaur excels as a defensive tank with access to status moves like Sleep Powder and Leech Seed.
Signature: Frenzy Plant
Fun Facts
- •First Pokemon in the National Dex
- •Only starter with dual typing from the start
- •Ash's Bulbasaur refused to evolve in the anime
Strong Against
Weak Against
#0004
Charmander
Lizard Pokemon
“The flame that burns at the tip of its tail is an indication of its emotions. The flame wavers when it is happy.”
Base StatsTotal: 309
Abilities
Strategy
Hard mode for Kanto beginners but rewarding. Charizard becomes a powerful special attacker with great coverage moves and two Mega Evolution forms.
Signature: Blast Burn
Fun Facts
- •Most popular Kanto starter
- •Has two Mega Evolutions
- •Leon's ace Pokemon in Sword/Shield
Strong Against
Weak Against
#0007
Squirtle
Tiny Turtle Pokemon
“When it retracts its long neck into its shell, it squirts out water with vigorous force.”
Base StatsTotal: 314
Evolution Chain
Abilities
Strategy
Balanced choice with good defenses. Blastoise is a reliable tank that can use both physical and special moves effectively.
Signature: Hydro Cannon
Fun Facts
- •The Squirtle Squad from the anime
- •Gary's starter Pokemon
- •Blastoise has cannons in its shell
Strong Against
Weak Against