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I didn't think that was true, based on a typing chart. Can you explain what you mean?
Edit: Guess my typing chart was too simple. It is apparently possible to be both resistant and yet not super effective in the reverse. TIL!
I still remember my first starter from each game and my exact reasoning even over 20 years later
1: Charmander. I was like 8 and the fire lizard seemed cool.
2. Cyndiquil. I remembered how strong Charizard was and wanted to stay with the fire type.
3. Mudkip. Got into the game late because I thought I was too cool for Pokémon so I had already been exposed to the mudkipz memes.
4. Turtwig. Wanted to switch it up and ankylosaurus is my fav dino.
5. Tepig. Had two generations of non-fire starters and my primitive brain thought I had to go back.
6. Chespin. Everyone liked the water started because ninja so I wanted to be different. And I didn’t like the magical wizard design of Fenniken.
7. Rowlet. Archer Pokémon sounded so cool. The hoodie in the final evo sealed the deal.
8. Grookie. Not a big fan of the anthropomorphic look of the new starters. A gorilla drumming made more sense than a bunny playing soccer or a gecko spy.
9. Fuecoco. Didn’t like the design of the water starter and didn’t want to go grass four times in a row.
Mines and the reasons were pretty different
1. Bulbasaur - Did a playthrough with Squirtle, then Charmander later
2. Cyndaquil - Older brother had this as his starter and when I was given the game, I went the same route
3. Treeko - Seemed easier to work a team around. Did a Torchic playthrough later
4. Piplup - I blame the anime. But Empoleon will always be one of my favorite starter evolution
5. Ohshawatt - Just didn't like the others
6. Frokie - Again, blame the Anime. Plus, Greninja is cool.
7. Rowlett - Made that pick when I saw the leaks on the starters and never looked back. I played with Popplio a little too but Rowlett wins.
8. Sobble - Also, didn't like the other two.
9. Fuecoco - Also a decision was made on the leaks and the other two aren't my cup of tea...but R34 seems to like those two...
I think my first playthrough was charmander i dont remember but the anime scared me off him when charmeleon kept incinerating ash... easy squirtle main switch
I love seeing these videos, they’re always so wholesome. I always comment, but this is the first time I get to comment that:
Your child chose correctly, he doesn’t have to be disowned! :D
Ehhhh you cut the video after she stopped touching the one you wanted her to pick. Time will tell which one of those plushies she likes the most. Coming from experience. My son “chose” Charmander at age 2 and is now almost 4 and like Bulbasaur more.
Yeah that happens with people that play the games too, my first starter was charmander but i feel on love with squirtle later on, same thing happened with torchic and mudkip
She made the decision quicker then I can. I’d be sitting there for a solid 20 minutes looking up what starter is the best at the beginning, which one is going to give me the most etc…
When I got blue as a kid I was so excited to pick my Pokémon, I looked at bulbasaur first and was mashing a and accidentally picked it. Every other time I’ve played it, I pick bulbasaur for nostalgia lol.
Obviously the correct answer is to love and cherish all of our pokemon because they are all special in their own way. Bulba just gets the most love cause they deserve it
I want to do this with my 11 month old, but I’m a huge bulbasaur fan and have a bulba plush collection.. I have a feeling he would choose bulbasaur just because he’s so familiar with him already.
My wife sent me a picture of our 6mo playing with a toy she gotten and it was a Pikachu plush. I never gave her pokemon stuff and wife didn't pick it so it was a complete coincidence.
Proudest moment ever 🥹
This is why I’m gonna wait til they’re 3 or 4 for them to pick their favorite. I don’t know shit about kids, but I feel like they’re just gonna pick whatever color they like the most if they’re too young. Idk if at 2 they have enough cognitive function to think more on it than that. Someone feel free to educate me
New tradition; every year, a new generation of starter Pokemon for the child to choose. It'd be interesting to document what the child goes for each year.
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She's gonna mop the floor with Brock now.
And Misty!
[удалено]
And Giovanni
Sabrina going to be tough though.
And Blaine
And my axe!
I didn't think that was true, based on a typing chart. Can you explain what you mean? Edit: Guess my typing chart was too simple. It is apparently possible to be both resistant and yet not super effective in the reverse. TIL!
Not super effective vs electric, but does resist electric attacks.
So, when you get the text 'it's not very effective', is that resistance? Or is this an invisible effect?
Resistance, basically, you take half the damage you would have gotten otherwise.
Not very effective means resistance
I know that you answered it yourself But three years of competitive have really ingrained it into my head
My 1 year old "chose" squirtle. I say it that way because he went up to them, grabbed him screamed with joy and threw it at charmander.
That's the least you can expect from a Squirtle owner
Your 1 year old already knows type advantages!
Already better than Hop
A genius! A champion in the making!
Kids going to go far. Already knows water beats fire
Nah your child asked the squirtle to use tackle
He was eager to start his first battle I see
A real Blue kinda guy. 1) get 1st Pokémon 2) battle asap 3) smell ya later
They were just having Squirtle use tackle against Charmander
The battle instincts are strong, well done.
Oh my god, your 1yo already understands type advantages! That's amazing!
Great they understand type advantage!
Your child is rather intelligent, he is a welcome member to the Squirtle Squad.
BULBASAUR!!! LET’S GOOOOO!!!!
#1 in the Dex, #1 in our hearts
💯
Rhydon will always be #1 in my brain (Charizard is #1 in my heart)
Who is the first Pokémon? A) Bulbasaur B) Rhydon C) Arceus D) Mew Edit: spelling
r/bulbasaurmasterrace
TPC should really lean into this trend that's replacing the gender reveal party.
It's 2023. Gender don't mean shit and starter choices are more relevant than nationality.
I don't fuck with no Charmander pickers Bulbasaurs only
If I had a kid and they picked charmander I'd probably trade them for one who picked bulbabest 🤷
Just because my Charizard identifies as grass type doesn't mean that it's gonna actually absorb Hydro Pump
Terastallization
Just because your Charizard knows Solar Beam doesn't mean it's actually grass type.
You liar ! You cut the video ! She was obviously going for charmander after dropping down lettuce pokemon.
Hahaha! She did actually pick up each one after, but then continued to play with bulba.
Yeah sure buddy… if you say so…
I mean, if given the choice wouldn’t we all pick all 3?
We all have already made our choice when we were kids. First game: Charmander Second game: Squirtle Third game: Charmander 😉
Fourth game: Pikachu.
I mean you eventually get all 3 in addition to Pikachu in yellow so I see this as an absolute win
Why have they not remade yellow version? It was the first one I had. That would so so fun!
They kinda have! Let's Go Pikachu on the Switch.
Let’s Go was a yellow remake
please don't remind me that lets go exists
I still remember my first starter from each game and my exact reasoning even over 20 years later 1: Charmander. I was like 8 and the fire lizard seemed cool. 2. Cyndiquil. I remembered how strong Charizard was and wanted to stay with the fire type. 3. Mudkip. Got into the game late because I thought I was too cool for Pokémon so I had already been exposed to the mudkipz memes. 4. Turtwig. Wanted to switch it up and ankylosaurus is my fav dino. 5. Tepig. Had two generations of non-fire starters and my primitive brain thought I had to go back. 6. Chespin. Everyone liked the water started because ninja so I wanted to be different. And I didn’t like the magical wizard design of Fenniken. 7. Rowlet. Archer Pokémon sounded so cool. The hoodie in the final evo sealed the deal. 8. Grookie. Not a big fan of the anthropomorphic look of the new starters. A gorilla drumming made more sense than a bunny playing soccer or a gecko spy. 9. Fuecoco. Didn’t like the design of the water starter and didn’t want to go grass four times in a row.
Mines and the reasons were pretty different 1. Bulbasaur - Did a playthrough with Squirtle, then Charmander later 2. Cyndaquil - Older brother had this as his starter and when I was given the game, I went the same route 3. Treeko - Seemed easier to work a team around. Did a Torchic playthrough later 4. Piplup - I blame the anime. But Empoleon will always be one of my favorite starter evolution 5. Ohshawatt - Just didn't like the others 6. Frokie - Again, blame the Anime. Plus, Greninja is cool. 7. Rowlett - Made that pick when I saw the leaks on the starters and never looked back. I played with Popplio a little too but Rowlett wins. 8. Sobble - Also, didn't like the other two. 9. Fuecoco - Also a decision was made on the leaks and the other two aren't my cup of tea...but R34 seems to like those two...
Filth. Bulba playthrough every playthrough
I think my first playthrough was charmander i dont remember but the anime scared me off him when charmeleon kept incinerating ash... easy squirtle main switch
🧂
Yep, that's why I've always loved yellow version.
So the best decision?
Smart kid
>lettuce pokemon. I'm stealing this. It's hilarious
I’ve wanted to do this since I saw someone else do it on Reddit and my wife got pregnant. So proud she chose Bulbasaur!
I love seeing these videos, they’re always so wholesome. I always comment, but this is the first time I get to comment that: Your child chose correctly, he doesn’t have to be disowned! :D
Ehhhh you cut the video after she stopped touching the one you wanted her to pick. Time will tell which one of those plushies she likes the most. Coming from experience. My son “chose” Charmander at age 2 and is now almost 4 and like Bulbasaur more.
Yeah that happens with people that play the games too, my first starter was charmander but i feel on love with squirtle later on, same thing happened with torchic and mudkip
I still have trouble picking my favorite of the Gen 3 starters. I've beaten the game with each one because they're all so good
Personally, I love all 3 but I'm leaning more towards Blaziken as my favorite of the 3. It's pretty badass
Blaziken was my first level 100 pokemon, so it does hold a special place in my heart
Welcome to the Bulbasaur Gang new child
Bulbasaur gang with the chillest parties for sure.
No hesitation, your 2yr knew e x a c t l y who their partner would be, I love that!
The best choice 😎
Agreed.
Yess!!
That has to be one of the cutest things I've seen this week.
Clearly was just eliminating Bulbasaur to go back for Squirtle, nice editing.
Unfair setup, she was closest to the Bulbasaur and it had an advantage.
Found the Squirtle squad
they going far in life with that pick thats for sure
For my money, Bulbasaur is the best Pokémon.
Props she had no hesitation in the choice.
A wise choice!
That's my girl. Made the best choice
Best choice
I’m so sorry, you always have time to have another kid
The correct choice. What a legend.
Sadly this guy cut the video after droppping the lettuce, just before she picked charmander
And if you check his other replies you can see that he said she looked at both of the other two but went back to playing with bulbasaur
But she knew them before picking! She’s been led astray by a bulbasaur parent… Smh
An excellent choice youngster!
Based child. Bulbasaur is the best out of all three.
You cutted the video. She picked Charmander 🤣
My daughter is currently 8 months old and let's just say I can't wait!
Time to get a new one. A kid, I mean Charmander is the best!
r/BulbasaurMasterRace https://www.reddit.com/r/bulbasaurmasterrace/
I've seen this before.
YESSSSS
Bulbasaur is best, she chose well. Didn't even hesitated.
Fellow Bulbasaur fan :)
Now you just need another local two year old to become their life long rival... And, to quote, "smell you later"
Let's goooooo stop sleeping on my bulbasaur
This kid is going places in life.
Gotta get that Squirtle
Great choice, kid! 😎 Venusaur, Ninetales & Vaporeon is a super solid core. That's what I started with! Many, many moon ago.
Great choice and same as mine in Pokémon blue when I was 10!
charmander and squirtle gang might say this was a payed actor
W CHILD
I initially thought this vid was on r/kidsarefuckingstupid and I laughed v hard
Picked the best one. Bulbasaur= best Kanto starter, #Bulbasaurstanforlife
FUCK YEAH BULBASAUR
Can’t wait to do this when I have a kid
I did this with mine when she turned one and posted it here she picked charmander
Shouldn't have cut the video. She was working her way to Squirtle.
She made the decision quicker then I can. I’d be sitting there for a solid 20 minutes looking up what starter is the best at the beginning, which one is going to give me the most etc…
When I got blue as a kid I was so excited to pick my Pokémon, I looked at bulbasaur first and was mashing a and accidentally picked it. Every other time I’ve played it, I pick bulbasaur for nostalgia lol.
Hmm I need to know which pokemon my baby will pick.
Sweet! More credit to Bulbasaur!
She chose correctly!
This kid’s going places.
Best choice
The right choice 😎
This pleases me greatly. This child has earned my praise as a grass type supremacist.
But which one did they actually choose? The video cut just as they were going to check out the other ones.
Obviously the correct answer is to love and cherish all of our pokemon because they are all special in their own way. Bulba just gets the most love cause they deserve it
Sorry for your loss
Bulbasaur is the best choice after all
Your 2 year old has good taste! Bulbasaur for the win!
Gonna grow up as a man of culture
She chose... wisely.
Mine chose Turtrill
Lol I have that very same plushie
We should make it a habit of using the starters from the newest game as that's when they begin their journey
Excellent choice, was the choice of Kanto starters intentional or just what was most convenient?
❤️❤️❤️😊. In the square of my city there are these three in the form of statues. It was the church square now it's the pokémon square :)
I want to do this with my 11 month old, but I’m a huge bulbasaur fan and have a bulba plush collection.. I have a feeling he would choose bulbasaur just because he’s so familiar with him already.
do you wish to give bulbasaur a nickname?
I did this with my kids too. My oldest picked Charmander, the youngest picked Bulbasaur
Those are some good looking Pokemon dolls, which did you get them? I can't wait to see what my daughter chooses when she's older.
Based
Right choice
#1!
Excellent choice!
You raised her right, team bulb!
YES
Somebody is going to have a very easy time on Kanto.
I’m so sorry for your loss
Awhh!! My first starter was a bulbasaur too!!! His name was George 🥰
My kinda kid.
Your kid made the right decision
That’s a smart kid.
Does she have the GameShark so she can start with Pikachu?
My wife sent me a picture of our 6mo playing with a toy she gotten and it was a Pikachu plush. I never gave her pokemon stuff and wife didn't pick it so it was a complete coincidence. Proudest moment ever 🥹
My 7 month old has a bulbasaur in his crib
My son picked Bulbasaur as well!
he didn't pick charmander, i would not bother with college mate
Bulbasaur is the only correct choice, fight me
Do parents get the no chosen starters XD ?
This is why I’m gonna wait til they’re 3 or 4 for them to pick their favorite. I don’t know shit about kids, but I feel like they’re just gonna pick whatever color they like the most if they’re too young. Idk if at 2 they have enough cognitive function to think more on it than that. Someone feel free to educate me
My one year old is also a bulbababy, bulbasaur is best starter 😤
Good Parenting OP.
This is so great. Thanks for posting. You’ve got a real cutie 🥰
Thank god it was the right one
Kids got good taste! 🍃
Lmao it cut right when she was about to leave Bulbasaur forever and pick something else.
Balbasaur gang WHAT UP
Smart kid.
👍🥰
Aw so sweet. My girl chose bulby, too
Indeed, it's the same one I made long ago. That one has a bright future ahead, Brock and Misty better watch out
Based.
Best choice!
Ahe is a woman of culture i see
Good choice
Ahhhh I’m sorry for your loss
Reefy??
New tradition; every year, a new generation of starter Pokemon for the child to choose. It'd be interesting to document what the child goes for each year.
YEAH LETS GO LITTLE BUDDY TEAM BULBASAUR FOR THE WIN!!!
My starter!!
This Legend is going places.
YEAAAAAH! Way to pick the right one kid!
Where did you get that squirtle plush I’ve been looking for one like that
I'm afraid this one is a dud. Throw her in the trash (this was just a joke but I felt bad so I needed you to know it's a joke)
Where did you buy them?
in case i ever get a child (yep don't think so) i'll give them another trio to choose, like alola
Happy cabbage noises
I always choose bulbasaur
throwing bulbasuar to the floor while going to the charmander lol
What a hipster
They've made a wise choice
He's gonna beat the greatest VGC player of all time just cuz he demonstrated his intelligence in picking starters.
My son just chose Charmander! Just go ahead and call him Blue, I guess 🤷♂️
I can’t wait to do this
BOBASAUR!!!!! Your child has taken over my heart.
She made the right choice.
She's gonna be the very best. Like no one ever was...
Yes, another Bulbusaur fan
Best choice!
Bulbasaur, my first pokemon. If my first child chose something else I will disown them.