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[Splash Wave]

Why is this written like someone who is purposely trying to flunk out of a masters program in writing?

This is a hilarious characterization (seriously--I chuckled audibly).

 

[Darryl M R]

Charmander or bust

 

[Brawly Likes to Brawl]

It is in no way fair to rank starters that only have their base forms revealed.

And the top three is the least surprising thing ever

 

[Valahart]

This is so genwunner I can't even start reading.

 

[Zaventem]

Turtwig is feally cute come to think of it.

 

[A Sentient Keyboard]

Do we consider the full evolution line or only the starter itself?

If the latter:

S-tier:
Cyndaquil
Froakie
Rowlet

A-tier:
Squirtle
Totodile
Treecko
Snivy
Tepig
Fennekin
Litten

B-tier:
Bulbasaur
Charmander
Mudkip
Torchic
Piplup
Chimchar

Fuck-off-tier:
Chikorita
Chespin
Oshawott
Popplio

If we count full evolutions then Squirtle, Charmander and Turtwig and Piplup are the big winners, Totodile, Oshawott, Tepig and Fennekin are the big losers.

 

[Hero Prinny]

It is in no way fair to rank starters that only have their base forms revealed.

And the top three is the least surprising thing ever

the list is going strictly off their base form tho, also its not even a serious article.

 

[BRocknRolla]

sigh

Hey... Insofar as this is a dumb list based 100% on opinion, you can rest assured that none of this matters anyway.

But yeah, the original 3 remain my personal favorites despite still enjoying some of the other options.

 

[TwoDurans]

Tepig at #12 is a travesty.

 

[Menitta]

Fuck it Here's my list:

1. Fennekin
2. Totodile
3. Piplup
4. Snivy
5. Cyndaquil
6. Froakie
7. Squirtle
8. Chimchar
9. Bulbasaur
10. Charmander
11. Treeko
12. Torchic
13. Mudkip
14. Turtwig
15. Oshawott
16. Chikorita
17. Chespin.

I don't hate any particular starter. I just like some more than others.

Hey... Insofar as this is a dumb list based 100% on opinion, you can rest assured that none of this matters anyway.

But yeah, the original 3 remain my personal favorites despite still enjoying some of the other options.

It was just the "As it should be."

Of course you're entitled to your opinion.

 

[Lord_Byron28]

Oshawott was easily the best gen 5 starter. chicorita and tepig should be at the bottom of the list. also don't get why Rowlett and piplup are so high but Torchic is towards the bottom.

 

[Ansatz]

If we go strictly by their appearance, I would say

1. Charmander
2. Fennekin

3-7. Chikorita, Chespin, Bulbasaur, Squirtle, Snivy (barely)

whatevs. the rest

I'm not considering the latest ones, I need more time to digest them.

 

[Brawly Likes to Brawl]

the list is going strictly off their base form tho, also its not even a serious article.

All the past base forms have the benefit of you knowing what they're ultimately going to end up as.

 

[Azuran]

Gen 1 darlings in top 3 and freaking Turtwing in the top 5. LMAO what a joke list

Fennekin is better than all of them.

 

[Already Torn]

Tepig was always cool, y'all are crazy. The problem was what he grew up to be.

 

[balladofwindfishes]

Charmander has weird eyes. This disqualifies him from being near the top.

Which is where Treeko should be.

If I was just going by base forms.

Bulbasaur
Squirtle
Treeko
Torchic
Totodile
- All the rest -
Turtwig
Tepig
Chikorita

 

[Kurita]

Oh, top 3 is the first trio.
Bad list.

 

[Menitta]

Gen 1 darlings in top 3 and freaking Turtwing in the top 5. LMAO what a joke list

Fennekin is better than all of them.

 

[Speedy Blue Dude]

Why is Chikorita second worst?

This is some bullshit I demand a recount.

But the poll service I used only allowed for 20 options, so I omitted Oshawott, a piece of shit garbage Pokemon no one likes anyways.

DAMN GET REKT

1. Bulbasuar
2. Squirtle
3. Charmander
4. Chikorita
5. Cyndaquil
6. Treecko
7. Totidle

Who actually likes the rest

 

[Paper Sparrow]

Subjective opinions and all but Oshawott isn't even included?

Boo this list!

 

[Kinsei]

This list is factually wrong.

 

[Trace]

Chikorita being so low is BS, best grass starter after Bulbasaur. Also Turtwig should be in the bottom 5.

 

[AppleMIX]

Squirtle is the best gen 1 starter Pokemon.

It has been proven over and over again.

 

[TM25]

Piplup, Rowlet and Chespin are too high. For shame.

 

[Already Torn]

Why is Chikorita second worst?

This is some bullshit I demand a recount.

It's actually third worst by some miracle.

 

[rhandino]

That list is questionable at best and laughable at worst with the top 3 and last position being a complete joke.

Everyone knows that the best 3 starters are Oshawott, Torchic and Piplup.

and Chikorita is trash tier

 

[Tal Shiar Agent]

I'd go #1 Pikachu and #2 Charmander. Not even considering Pikachu in this is insulting.

 

[ShroudOfFate]

Actually, I have to agree. I didn't realize Oshawott was removed. I can see Chikorita being the second worst if you're being generous, but third worst? No way.

That's not what I meant!

Spoiler

Chikorita is best starter :<

Chikorita being so low is BS, best grass starter after Bulbasaur. Also Turtwig should be in the bottom 5.

My man!

 

[Linkark07]

It's actually third worst by some miracle.

Chikorita should be on the top 10.

 

[psynergylover]

popplio stay losing! lol

 

[Sami+]

Chimchar doesn't look good so I'm ok with the placing but Infernape being GOAT starter evolution makes me sad to see him that low regardless.

 

[Daria Morgendorffer]

Why is the best starter, Oshawott, not listed?
edit: oh I see, screw you mr writer, also for putting popplio and chimchar that low

 

[Misuta]

But the poll service I used only allowed for 20 options, so I omitted Oshawott, a piece of shit garbage Pokemon no one likes anyways.

Blasphemy. Oshawott is cute and a badass (anime version).

 

[ShroudOfFate]

I'm glad there are more Chikorita fans in here

 

[Hockey123]

Popplio deserves more love.

 

[True Fire]

 

[Omega Kirby]

Bulbasaur deserves #1, he truly is the #001

But Chikorita should not be that low, her design is cute.

Chespin and Oshawott are garbage tier

 

[adamantypants]

This is so genwunner I can't even start reading.

What'd you expect. Pokemon as a "gaming" franchise basically means millenials reminiscing about gen 1. Me included

That being said...

SQUIRTLE NOT #1
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[Vuapol]

(Based Solely on First Forms)
S-Tier
Treecko
Torchic
Turtwig
Froakie
Squirtle

A-Tier
Charmander
Bulbasaur
Totodile
Piplup
Oshawott
Chespin
Rowlet
Litten

B-Tier
Cyndaquil
Mudkip
Tepig
Snivy
Fennekin
Chimchar
Popplio

C-Tier
Chikorita

I don't hate any starters, just like some more than others. However, Oshawott at 21 is insane.

Spoiler

Chikorita fans don't hurt me.

 

[Menitta]

 

[Linkark07]

Bulbasaur deservers #1, he truly is the #001

But Chikorita should not be that low, her design is cute.

How can they hate Chikorita is beyond me.

 

[Tal Shiar Agent]

This is so genwunner I can't even start reading.

It must burn you that Red, Blue, and Yellow are on VC and will be able to use the Pokémon bank to transfer to Sun and Moon.

 

[Kalentan]

Torchic not in #1? Bad list.

 

[ASIS]

Chikorita is badass you guys leave it alone!

 

[Storm Kyleis]

Tier A: Rowlet, Squirtle, Totodile
Tier B: Bulbasaur, Cyndaquil, Fennekin, Mudkip, Treecko, Torchic
Tier C: Charmander, Litten, Snivy
Tier D: Tepig, Piplup, Turtwig
Tier E: Chikorita, Froakie, Chimchar, Chespin
Tier 'what the fuck were they thinking': Oshawott, Popplio

I already love Rowlet. It's simple, cute and recognizable at the same time.

 

[Lil'DigiOp]

Tepig is for trash trainers who only train trash

 

[Reverend Funk]

Popplio is now my favorite pokemon out of pity

 

[Menitta]

How can they hate Chikorita is beyond me.

It's the seed necklace. Doesn't do it for me. Also, fuck that Pokemon in Smash Bros.

 

[Already Torn]

How can they hate Chikorita is beyond me.

Chikorita is one of those rare things from your childhood that doesn't elicit nostalgia. It's just like "oh, you again huh?"

 

[MissileTrick]

Chikorita not being dead last is the true crime.

agreed