Pokémon Trainer is the term commonly used for a person who catches, occasionally names, and trains several different kinds and types of Pokémon.

The starter Pokémon that Pokémon Trainers receive depends on what town they live in and which region they live in.

Most Pokémon Trainers have a common goal: to be the ultimate Pokémon Trainer, a prestigious title which is only obtainable by defeating the Elite Four and becoming the Pokémon Champion. Few, however, succeed in this aim except Ash Ketchum, the male protagonist of the anime and movies who never gives up on his dream. He travels the Pokémon world in a mission to catch every single different Pokémon and add it to his Pokédex. By his side is always his trusty electric mouse Pokémon, Pikachu.

There are usually Pokémon Trainers almost anywhere that isn't deserted. Pokémon Trainers usually reside and battle on routes in order to weaken the protagonist/player and slow them down. Pokémon Trainers are almost always found in towns, routes, buildings, and the Victory Road. They also inhabit Gyms.

There are almost as many Pokémon Trainers as there are Pokémon. Each one uses different Pokémon, a different fighting style, and a different attitude. There are usually different levels of Pokémon Trainers in terms of difficulty, Ace Trainers often being the strongest. Red is the strongest Trainer in Pokémon Gold and Silver, Crystal, HeartGold and SoulSilver. His Pikachu is level 81 in Generation II and 88 in Generation IV, making Red the toughest Trainer to beat. It is unlikely that the player could beat him unless all of their party Pokémon were at least in their mid-eighties in level. 

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What determines the starter Pokémon that a Pokémon Trainer receives?

A Pokémon Trainer obtains their Starter Pokémon from the local Pokémon Lab, choosing from Fire, Water, or Grass types. The Trainer's rival picks the superior type. A second Pokémon, the partner Pokémon, is then assigned to the player, playing a crucial role in the game's progression. The chosen starter Pokémon also affects which Legendary bird roams the game region.

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What is the ultimate goal of most Pokémon Trainers?

Pokémon Trainers primarily aim to catch every known Pokémon species and ascend to the status of Pokémon Champion. They embark on their journey with a Starter Pokémon, capturing diverse Pokémon to fill their Pokédex, a digital encyclopedia. Trading with other trainers is sometimes necessary to acquire certain Pokémon. To become a Champion, trainers strive to defeat all regional Gym Leaders and collect all Gym Badges.

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Who is a notable character that has succeeded in becoming the ultimate Pokémon Trainer?

Ash Ketchum, protagonist of the Pokémon series, is recognized as the ultimate Pokémon Trainer. He has achieved the title of Pokémon Champion by defeating the Elite Four and has collected every different Pokémon in his Pokédex. His journey includes victories over all regional Gym Leaders, earning him all Gym Badges. Pikachu, his electric mouse Pokémon, is his constant companion.

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What are the steps to becoming the Pokémon Champion?

Becoming a Pokémon Champion involves a series of steps for a Pokémon Trainer. Initially, the trainer must win battles against eight Gym Leaders to collect badges. Upon securing all badges, the trainer is eligible to challenge the Elite Four, the top trainers in their region. Victory over the Elite Four earns the trainer the title of Champion. From Generation VII, the Champion can defend their title against other challengers.

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How does a Pokémon Trainer catch and train different types of Pokémon?

Upon receiving a license, a Pokémon Trainer selects a Grass, Fire, or Water-type Pokémon as their first partner from the local Pokémon Lab. They use a Poké Ball to capture diverse Pokémon species. The starter Pokémon depends on the Trainer's hometown and region. The ultimate goal for most Trainers is to become the Pokémon Champion by defeating the Elite Four and to catch every known Pokémon species, cataloging them in a Pokédex.

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Trivia[]

• Even though Ash states that one has to be at least ten years old to have a Trainer's license, Unova allows preschool age children to train Pokémon and Kalos Trainers have to be teenagers to start a journey as a Pokémon Trainer.
• Usually, for third versions and remakes, playable characters receive redesigns (bar Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Pokémon Shining Pearl).

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