In each generation of Pokémon games, a set of starter Pokémon are available for new trainers to choose from, usually in sets of three; the types that make up these sets are Fire, Grass, and Water. Pokémon Yellow is the sole exception to date, with Pikachu as the only starter.
Regional Starter Pokémon
Kanto starter Pokémon
- Bulbasaur - Grass
- Charmander - Fire
- Squirtle - Water
- Pikachu - Electric (Pokémon Yellow only)
- Eevee -Normal (Pokémon Yellow unobtainable, received by rival)
Johto starter Pokémon
Hoenn starter Pokémon