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pokemon is known for having some of the most well-designed and beloved protagonists of any game series. Since Pokemon Red & Blue came out in 1996, starring Red, fans of the series have created their own fan art and cosplays for the iconic and well-dressed protagonists of the pokemon spell.
Since the release of the very first game, countless more protagonists have been added to the game series, including those who shine in their own countries pokemon spin-off games. That said, there are certainly some protagonists who receive more common love than others due to their likes and achievements in the game.
11 Dawn/Lucas – Pokemon Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
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Dawn and Lucas are rather unforgettable protagonists, both with the recent release of Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl and the role of Dawn as one of the main characters in the pokemon animation. Their designs are some of the most consistent and recognizable in the series, with Pokemon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl not much updating or changing to their iconic outfits.
The achievements of these two in the games are certainly something, with both protagonists capable of capturing the gods of time, space and the world of deformation in Generation IV. Given the difficulty of the Elite Four and Champion Cynthia in both the original games and their remakes, the strength of these protagonists is certainly nothing to scoff at.
10 Pikachu – Pokepark Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure
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The Pikachu most fans love pokemon know and love comes from the pokemon animation. However, Pikachu gets its own epic adventure in the Poke Park Wii: Pikachu’s Adventure (as well as the game’s sequel) Poke Park Wii 2: Wonders Beyond).
Focusing on the first game, Pikachu must make his way through different zones of the magical Pokepark to find his friends and ultimately save the crumbling Pokepark. By making his way through the different zones of the Poke Park, Pikachu must face challenging enemies, including powerful soil types that make his moves completely ineffective. Pikachu’s latest challenge? Faced with the playful, yet strong, psychic type Mew.
9 Kate/Kellin – Pokemon Ranger: Shadows Of Almia
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The Pokemon Ranger spin-off series doesn’t get as much attention as other spin-off games as there hasn’t been a new installment of the series since 2010. That said, the protagonists of Pokemon Ranger: Shadows Of Almia remain the most recognizable and beloved of the entire series.
Pokemon Ranger: Shadows Of Almia is known for its challenging boss battles/gameplay and witty humor. Part of this humor is, surprisingly enough, played by the silent protagonist. Considering most of the protagonists in pokemon games do not remain expressive, this gives the silent emotions of the Pokemon Ranger: Shadows Of Almia depth and personality of the protagonists to an otherwise calm character.
8 Brendan/May – Pokemon Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
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Generation III is one of the most beloved generations of pokemon games for good reason. Hoenn is filled to the brim with originality, unique creatures that are both powerful and cute, and lovable protagonists. Pokemon Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire are also the first and only pokemon games that give the protagonists a father, who happens to be a gym leader.
7 Gloria/Victor – Pokemon Sword & Shield
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while each pokemon protagonist must face an evil organization or an evil, mythical creature that threatens the world as we know it, the Pokemon Sword & Shield protagonists had a bit more to endure. The game’s final challenge comes when Rose, the president of Macro Cosmos and the president of the Galar Pokemon League, brings the second coming of a world-ending event called the Darkest Day.
This forces the main character to fight Rose, as well as the world-eating monster he summoned, Etneratus (as well as his second, more powerful form, Eternamax). While many protagonists have had to save the world, we can safely say that Gloria and Victor’s performances have that rhythm.
6 Hero/Heroine – Pokemon Conquest
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Speaking of saving the world, in Pokemon conquest the once lone warlord of Aurora must set out to reclaim all the kingdoms in the Ransei region. All these kingdoms must be claimed by one warlord to summon the legendary creator of the Ransei, Arceus.
The task of defeating and claiming each of the seventeen kingdoms is not an easy one, but add in that the main character will eventually face a mighty warlord with a Zekrom in his team, and it gets unbelievable.
5 Ethan/Lyra – Pokemon HeartGold & SoulSilver
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pokemon Crystal introduced the concept of a playable female protagonist (who was called Kris at the time), which was carried over to the protagonists of Pokemon Heart Gold & Soul Silver. While these two didn’t have to save the world or anything like that, their strength as trainers is evident in the final challenge that awaits them in the post-game.
Ethan and Lyra are the first characters to defeat Red, the powerful protagonist from the original Pokemon red and blue. Red’s team is extremely powerful and includes pokemon which range from level 73 to 81. It’s quite a level jump from the Elite Four and Champion, who had pokemon anywhere from level 40 to 50.
4 Nate/Rosa – Pokemon Black 2 & White 2
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The overarching story in Pokemon Black 2 & White 2 is certainly one that will be remembered by those who played it, as well as the original Pokemon black and white. Nate and Rosa bear uncanny resemblance to the previous game’s protagonists, Hilda and Hilbert. The two eventually finish what the previous protagonists had started, which was to defeat and disband Team Plasma and Ghetsis.
3 Hero/Player – Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers Of Time, Darkness, Sky
Pokemon Mystery Dungeon has been credited by many as one of the most notable pokemon spin-off games. This is due to the incredible story, soundtrack, gameplay, graphics and characters. Unlike many pokemon games, the main character is not completely silent. They have a personality, backstory, thoughts and depth beyond what players normally get.
This depth of character only causes the player to become attached to his main character pokemon and amplifies the emotional effect of the tear-jerking storyline.
2 Hilbert/Hilda – Pokemon Black & White
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Hilbert and Hilda were the first protagonists to have multiple rivals. While in previous games the protagonist would have only one childhood friend or nemesis as a rival, Pokemon Black & White gave players both Cheren and Bianca.
The goal of Team Plasma, the evil organization that Hilbert and Hilda must defeat, is more sinister than usual. Their goal is to liberate pokemon from their trainers, believing that pokemon deserve to be free. To save the world from this ideal, the protagonists must engage in many challenging, consecutive battles to defeat Team Plasma.
1 Red – Pokemon Red, Blue, Yellow
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Red is the most infamous protagonist in the pokemon spell. His appearances extend from the original Pokemon Red & Blue all the way to Pokemon Let’s Go Pikachu & Eevee. He is consistently portrayed as one of the most powerful trainers, always at a high level pokemon when the player faces him, and is almost always considered a sort of “final challenge” for those looking to complete the main and post game.
Its quiet, cool exterior exudes the aura of a powerful opponent that should not be underestimated. This rendering has remained consistent throughout his appearances, making it an achievement in itself to find Red in every game.
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