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The {{pkmn|anime}} follows the Pokémon journey of [[Ash Ketchum]], who started off with his first Pokémon, a {{AP|Pikachu}}, in [[EP001|the first episode]], and continues to journey across the {{pkmn|world}} in order to compete in each of the regional [[Pokémon League]] competitions. His ultimate goal is to become a [[Pokémon Master]]. He is joined by {{ashfr}} along the way, each with their own goals. | The {{pkmn|anime}} follows the Pokémon journey of [[Ash Ketchum]], who started off with his first Pokémon, a {{AP|Pikachu}}, in [[EP001|the first episode]], and continues to journey across the {{pkmn|world}} in order to compete in each of the regional [[Pokémon League]] competitions. His ultimate goal is to become a [[Pokémon Master]]. He is joined by {{ashfr}} along the way, each with their own goals. | ||
The anime has established that children may apply for their [[Pokémon Trainer's license]], obtain their first Pokémon, and set out on their journey at the age of 10. Ash and many others received their first partner Pokémon from the resident Professor, while some have received theirs from a local [[Pokémon Center]] or by | The anime has established that children may apply for their [[Pokémon Trainer's license]], obtain their first Pokémon, and set out on their journey at the age of 10. Ash and many others received their first partner Pokémon from the resident Professor, while some have received theirs from a local [[Pokémon Center]] or by other means. Seven-year-old [[Max]], although barred from owning Pokémon, accompanied his sister {{an|May}} on her journey. Sometimes children younger than 10 have been shown to have Pokémon in their possession, notably {{an|Iris}} who had a [[Iris's Excadrill|Drilbur]] at a young age. | ||
Starting a Pokémon journey is considered a rite of passage for children, and Ash has followed in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather. A journey can continue into adulthood, which is the case for {{OBP|Silver|HS18}} and apparently Ash's father. Adult Trainers, such as [[Cynthia]], may eventually choose to remain in one place rather than continue to travel. {{OBP|Mandy|AG151}} even views an adult on a Pokémon journey as somewhat immature, preferring that they settle down instead. | Starting a Pokémon journey is considered a rite of passage for children, and Ash has followed in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather. A journey can continue into adulthood, which is the case for {{OBP|Silver|HS18}} and apparently Ash's father. Adult Trainers, such as [[Cynthia]], may eventually choose to remain in one place rather than continue to travel. {{OBP|Mandy|AG151}} even views an adult on a Pokémon journey as somewhat immature, preferring that they settle down instead. | ||